Lloyd Webber urges Broadway cost solutions after Cats closure
Originally published Jul 14, 2026
By Caitlin Huston · The Hollywood Reporter — Movies
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Key points
- Andrew Lloyd Webber commented on rising Broadway production costs.
- "Cats: The Jellicle Ball" received an early closure notice.
- He urged industry collaboration to find cost‑saving solutions.
Composer Andrew Lloyd Webber highlighted the financial strain of launching new productions on Broadway following the early shutdown of "Cats: The Jellicle Ball." He called on industry stakeholders to collaborate on ways to reduce mounting expenses.
The appeal underscores concerns that escalating costs could threaten the viability of future theatrical ventures.
Read the original story: The Hollywood Reporter — Movies — by Caitlin Huston