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Jonathan Bailey exits West End revival of 'Sunday in the Park With George'
The actor's departure comes one month after co-star Ariana Grande withdrew from the London production.
The short version
- Jonathan Bailey has withdrawn from the upcoming London revival of 'Sunday in the Park With George'.
- Bailey's decision follows co-star Ariana Grande's exit from the production last month as she steps back from public engagements.
- Producers confirmed active casting discussions are underway to select two new lead actors for the roles of George and Dot.
- The production remains planned for summer 2027 at the Barbican Centre in London.
Key facts
- Jonathan Bailey announced his departure from the West End revival of 'Sunday in the Park With George' on September 1, citing support for co-star Ariana Grande.[The Hollywood Reporter · Billboard]
- Ariana Grande withdrew from the musical in August to step back from public visibility following her Eternal Sunshine Tour.[Variety · The Hollywood Reporter · Billboard]
- Empire Street Productions stated that casting discussions are underway to reshape the company around new lead actors while proceeding with the show.[Variety · The Hollywood Reporter · Billboard]
- The musical, directed by Marianne Elliott, is scheduled to run at the Barbican Centre in London in summer 2027.[Variety · The Hollywood Reporter · Billboard]
- Ticket sales for the production have been delayed from initial schedules to autumn 2026.[The Hollywood Reporter]
What remains uncertain
- The replacement cast members for the lead roles of George and Dot have not yet been announced.[Variety · The Hollywood Reporter · Billboard]
Sources
- Jonathan Bailey Drops Out of ‘Sunday in the Park With George’ Following Ariana Grande’s ExitBillboard
- Jonathan Bailey Withdraws From ‘Sunday In the Park With George’ Following Ariana GrandeThe Hollywood Reporter metered
- Jonathan Bailey Exits ‘Sunday in the Park With George’ After Ariana Grande Bows OutVariety metered