The Jan. 14 performance of the new comedy “Eureka Day” has been canceled. A press representative for the production confirmed cancellation of the evening performance due to a non-COVID-related illness. The play’s run is expected to resume on Jan. 15 at 2:00 p.m.
Written by Jonathan Spector and directed by Anna D. Shapiro, “Eureka Day” follows the challenges faced by an executive committee of a private elementary school in California, who must examine their liberal vaccine policy following an outbreak of mumps. The play’s current cast includes Jessica Hecht, Amber Gray, Bill Irwin, Thomas Middleditch, Chelsea Yakura-Kurtz and Eboni Flowers.
The comedy began previews on Nov. 25 and opened on Dec. 16 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. The production recently received its second extension, now set to run through Feb. 16.
“Eureka Day” is produced by Manhattan Theatre Club, under the leadership of artistic director Lynne Meadow and executive director Chris Jennings, by special arrangement with Sonia Friedman Productions, Wagner Johnson Productions and Seaview.
