Lloyd Webber says government suggested musicals without singing

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Frozen the Musical leading lady Cassie Levy  performs at the Tony Awards in 2018 

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Monday, June 22, 2020 - 5:39am

Andrew Lloyd Webber says the government has suggested that UK theatres could reopen if performers at musicals were not allowed to sing. The composer, who has spoken to Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden, said of the government: “I would love to say that I think that they understood a little more.” He said ministerial advice included a suggestion “that was a brilliant one for musicals – that you’re not allowed to sing”.

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