Marsha Mason Steps Into Broadway’s ‘The Roommate’ For Covid-Struck Mia Farrow
deadline.comMia Farrow, who just opened with costar Patti LuPone in the hit comedy-drama The Roommate on Broadway, has tested positive for Covid, resulting in two canceled performances Saturday.
At this afternoon matinee, actor Marsha Mason, an associate director of the play, stepped in for Farrow. “I was called to step in by the producers while enjoying a lovely Sunday morning in Connecticut, and of course, came right to the City,” said Mason, who has played numerous roles on stage (The Prisoner of Second Avenue), film (The Goodbye Girl) and TV (The Middle). “These moments in the theater are equally exciting and terrifying, and the audience helped make it a fun ride.
I was exhilarated to play opposite Patti and especially heartened to be able to pinch hit for my Connecticut dear friend and neighbor, Mia, who is quite marvelous in the role.” The play, which opened this past Thursday night, is directed by Jack O’Brien.
As associate director, Mason reportedly had been assisting with Farrow’s performance. According to a statement put out by a production spokesperson following today’s matinee, both Mason and LuPone received standing ovations at the beginning and at the end of the performance.
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