Jason Donovan clears up confusion over Rocky Horror Show performance date
- Jason Donovan apologized to fans who expected to see him perform in Rocky Horror Show on November 23.
- Fans were disappointed when Donovan was not on stage and an understudy performed instead.
- Donovan clarified he had prior commitments and expressed gratitude for fan support.
In the UK, fans of the Rocky Horror Show were left disappointed when Jason Donovan, who plays Frank-N-Furter, did not appear as they had expected on November 23. Theatergoers arrived at the Winter Garden in Blackpool hoping to see the actor in his lead role, only to be greeted by an understudy. Following this incident, the BBC published an article critiquing Donovan's no-show, which generated significant backlash from fans. Donovan later addressed the situation via social media, clarifying that he had a prior commitment and was not scheduled to perform that day, despite the misunderstanding. He emphasized that this was communicated through the official channels prior to the performances and expressed his apologies to the disappointed attendees for any confusion. The BBC eventually amended the article's headline to reflect Donovan's clarification, highlighting the frustration felt by fans rather than blaming Donovan himself. Donovan's return to the Rocky Horror Show followed a successful Australian tour, reaffirming his enduring popularity in the theatre scene despite the recent controversy.