'I haven't left my house, I'm scared' says Mean Girls actor as Belfast shows cancelled over violence
Summary
The Mean Girls musical tour in Belfast was canceled after violent protests and unrest broke out in the city. Vivian Panka, a lead actress in the show, said she has been too scared to leave her house due to safety concerns following a knife attack and related disorder.Key Facts
- The Mean Girls musical was scheduled to run at the Grand Opera House in Belfast from June 9 to June 20.
- Shows were first canceled on June 6 and 7 due to planned protests and continuing unrest.
- Vivian Panka, who plays Regina George and is the first black actress in this role, reported feeling scared and staying indoors with blinds closed.
- The violence in Belfast was sparked by a serious knife attack and led to fires and riots.
- The entire run of Mean Girls in Belfast has now been canceled because of safety issues for the cast, crew, audience, and theatre staff.
- Vivian Panka mentioned receiving negative messages online but stressed the cancellations were due to safety, not illness.
- The Grand Opera House and producers apologized to ticket holders and promised refunds.
- The unrest in Belfast has caused significant disruption and increased security concerns in the city.
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