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Naman Ramachandran Joel Harper-Jackson made his debut as a leading man in London’s West End in dramatic circumstances when Taron Egerton fainted on stage during the first preview of stage play “Cock.”Harper-Jackson had signed up as an understudy to both leads, “Rocketman” and “Kingsman” star Egerton and “Bridgerton” actor Jonathan Bailey, and had learned both parts. The understudies, who have their own dressing room, were listening to the stage feed on speakers. But all of a sudden, some 75 minutes into the 105-minute show, “there was a silence, and we were all puzzled as to what was happening,” Harper-Jackson tells Variety.After some moments of confusion, the understudies were informed that Egerton had fainted, but that he was fine.

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Taron Egerton has stepped down from his lead role in a West End play due to 'personal reasons'.The actor, 32, had been among the cast of the revival of the stage play Cock at the Ambassador Theatre in London, which also includes Bridgerton actor Jonathan Bailey. It’s been announced that Taron, who was playing the character M, has left the show due to "personal reasons", with his understudy taking over full-time for the rest of its run.

West End show Cock which he was starring in alongside Bridgerton actor Jonathan Bailey.The actor's exit from the play was announced in a statement made by the show's official Twitter account, which said the star, 32, had left the show for "personal reasons".The Rocketman actor had previously fainted on stage during the opening night of the play and was replaced by his understudy after contracting Covid.In view of their 1,400 followers, the show made the announcement confirming Taron's exit.It read: "Joel Harper-Jackson will take over the role of M in Mike Bartlett's razor sharp, hilarious play Cock until the end of the run."The part was originally played in this production by Taron Egerton, who has had to withdraw from the production due to personal reasons."Joel understudied the role and has been playing the part of M for the past ten days while Taron was absent from the production having tested positive for Covid," it added.The show's director Marianne Elliott branded Joel an "absolute hero" and a "gifted actor", adding that audiences have been "cheering" for him.Meanwhile, the show's star, Bridgerton actor Jonathan, called him an "immense talent", saying that he is "proud" to appear on stage with him.Express.co.uk has contacted Taron's representatives for comment.The play follows John (Jonathan) who falls in love with a woman (Jade Anouka) after going on a break from his long-term boyfriend (Taron).The announcement comes after Taron fainted on stage during the first run of the play.Following the concerning incident, a statement read: "During this evening's first preview of Mike Bartlett's play 'Cock' at the Ambassadors Theatre, Taron Egerton fainted towards the end of the performance."A doctor who was in the audience

Taron Egerton is bowing out of a production in London’s West End earlier than planned.

Taron Egerton will no longer appear in his West End show opposite Bridgerton season 2 star Jonathan Bailey after dropping out due to ‘personal reasons’.The announcement that the Rocketman actor has dropped out of the play comes after he was replaced when he tested positive for Covid-19, having fainted on stage weeks prior on the opening night.In a statement released by the Twitter account for the play, a revival of Mike Bartlett’s 2009 production Cock at London’s Ambassador Theatre, it said that understudy Joel Harper-Jackson will take over the role of M previously played by Taron.‘Joel Harper-Jackson will take over the role of M in Mike Bartlett’s razor sharp, hilarious play Cock until the end of the run,’ it said.‘The part was originally played in this production by Taron Egerton, who has had to withdraw from the production due to personal reasons.’The statement added that Joel was an understudy for the role, ‘and has been playing the part of M for the past ten days while Taron was absent from the production having tested positive for Covid’.pic.twitter.com/VMXjpFC1rlDirector Marianne Elliott described Joel as an ‘absolute hero’, saying that he’s a ‘brilliant and gifted actor’ who took over the role ‘at extremely short notice’.‘Audiences have been standing and cheering and so am I,’ Marianne said.Jonathan, who has recently been leaving Netflix viewers swooning with his return as Anthony Bridgerton in the second season of the hit period drama Bridgerton, added that Joel is ‘an immense talent and we couldn’t be luckier to have him on board’.‘I am proud to continue sharing the state with him,’ he added.While people on social media expressed their disappointment over Taron not returning to play the role of M in the

Taron Egerton has dropped out of the West End play Cock, less than a month after performances began.

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Independent. The “Kingsman” star’s understudy, Joel Harper-Jackson, stepped up and concluded the last 15 minutes of the show.The play’s director, Marianne Elliott, then took the stage to tell audiences that Egerton was “absolutely fine” after he rested and had a 40-minute break.Egerton assured his fans that he was OK in a post to his Instagram Stories on Sunday.

J. Kim Murphy Taron Egerton has offered an update after collapsing on stage during the first performance of “Cock,” a revival being produced at the Ambassadors Theatre in London.During Saturday evening’s performance of “Cock,” Egerton collapsed on-stage about three-fourths through the production. The play was halted and the actor was unable to complete the show.

Taron Egerton is «completely fine» after passing out during his first performance of his new play, , at the Ambassadors Theatre in London on Saturday night.The 32-year-old actor took to his Instagram Story to address the incident, sharing they he'd be back in action for Sunday night's show.«As some of you may have heard, I passed out during the first performance of COCK last night,» he began. «I am completely fine.

The opening night of Taron Egerton’s new play didn’t go so well.

On the mend. After fainting in the middle of his theatrical performance, Taron Egerton issued a statement about how he’s feeling.

Rocketman and Kingsman star Taron Egerton was unable to finish his Saturday night performance of the new play, Cock, collapsing in the middle of its first show at the Ambassadors Theatre in London..

Taron Egerton has shared an update with fans after it was revealed he collapsed on stage during the opening night of his new theatre show. Rocketman actor Taron, 32, shared a statement on his Instagram page to reassure fans following reports he passed out on stage at the Ambassadors Theatre in Leicester Square on Saturday evening.

Cock alongside Jonathan Bailey when he passed out.Following the incident, a co-star halted the performance and put down a safety curtain. Audience member Sue Nelson wrote on Twitter that a doctor from the crowd took to the stage to help the star. The director of the play, Marianne Elliott, after a 40-minute break, came on stage to reassure audience members that Taron was okay. Marianne then said Taron’s understudy, Joel Harper-Jackson, would continue in his place for 15 minutes. Twitter user Sue Nelson then updated Twitter again, saying that the news Taron was okay received applause from the audience.The play’s production team released a statement announcing the incident and how the doctor had helped. It read: “During this evening’s first preview of Mike Bartlett’s play Cock at the Ambassadors Theatre, Taron Egerton fainted towards the end of the performance.“A doctor who was in the audience attended to Taron immediately after the incident. “Whilst he felt fine, it was decided that Taron’s understudy, Joel Harper-Jackson would continue in the role to complete the performance.”Cock, which also stars Phil Daniels, follows the story of a gay couple who hit a bump in the road when one of them falls in love with a woman.Fans took to social media to praise Taron Egerton’s performance in the show, which is also his debut on the West End. Audiences praised his “sensational” performance.@ATDazzles penned: “To put some positivity back out there, I know it's not finished yet but @cocktheplayldn is one of the best plays I've ever seen. “And @TaronEgerton has been absolutely sensational in the role!”From Tuesday March 8, the show will continue to run as normal. It will run until 4th June. Taron is known for starring in blockbuster

Taron Egerton left fans concerned after he fainted on stage during the opening night of his new West End play, Cock.The 32-year-old was performing in a new production of Cock at the Ambassadors Theatre, in London on Saturday, when he passed out.According to reports, one of his co-stars stopped the performance and the safety curtain came down while he was treated.A doctor in the audience rushed backstage to help, with director Marianne Elliott appearing on stage with an update after a 40-minute break.She took the moment to quell everyone’s fears, explaining that Taron was ‘absolutely fine’ after the incident.Understudy Joel Harper-Jackson stepped in to his role when the play eventually continued.A statement from the play’s production read: ‘During this evening’s first preview of Mike Bartlett’s play Cock at the Ambassadors Theatre, Taron Egerton fainted towards the end of the performance.‘A doctor who was in the audience attended to Taron immediately after the incident, and whilst he felt fine, it was decided that Taron’s understudy, Joel Harper-Jackson would continue in the role to complete the performance.’Taron has yet to speak out publicly over his health scare.Cock will return to the stage for the next scheduled performance on March 7, and will run until June 4.Damian Hurley pays tribute to 'father figure' Shane Warne following his death aged 52Charli XCX gets real about perils of social media expectations: 'People see me as tough''Gutted' Ed Sheeran spoke to Shane Warne on phone days before 'amazing' friend's deathThe production, a rendition of Mike Bartlett’s 2009 play, also stars Jonathan Bailey, Jade Anouka and Phil Daniels.The synopsis reads: ‘John (Jonathan Bailey) is happy in himself, and with his boyfriend

The opening night of Taron Egerton’s new play didn’t go so well.

Opening night of Taron Egerton‘s play did not go as expected.

Gordon Cox Theater EditorThe cast of the new Broadway revival of “Company” was in the middle of a two-show Friday on Thanksgiving weekend when they heard the news that the musical’s legendary composer, Stephen Sondheim, had died at the age of 91.Listen to this week’s “Stagecraft” podcast below:Because the “Company” ensemble had worked with and gotten to know Sondheim — he had been at the production’s first preview just a few days before — the show’s Tony-winning director, Marianne Elliott (“War Horse,” “Angels in America”), wanted to make sure she was the one to tell them the news.