on Monday night he played in a play at the Noel Coward Theater in London. – he got too close to its edge while reenacting a fight scene, and with one foot he missed the theater boards and hit the empty space. An 85-year-old was taken to hospital by ambulance after he fell into the space between the stage and the audience. We know how he feels.
Ian McKellen is recovering after an accident
The most important and good news – Sir Ian McKellen was not injured in the fall. Moreover, there are many indications that he will return to the stage next Thursday, because only one performance with his participation was canceled. The actor is supposed to feel good now, but he still needs a short time to rest. Through his spokeswoman, McKellen provided the following statement:
I wanted to thank everyone for the messages with kind words and support. Shortly after the accident during the play “Players Kings”, my injuries were treated by specialists and NHS medical care. I am extremely grateful to them. They are sure that my recovery will be quick, and I am already looking forward to returning to work – the actor wrote on Twitter.
The audience took care of the actor immediately after his dramatic fall from the stage – two medics sat in the audience that evening and immediately rushed to help. The statements of both the actor and the theater show that there were no serious injuries.
We look forward to seeing you at the Noel Coward Theater on Thursday, June 20. We are glad that Ian is recovering and we are waiting for him, announced the theater representatives.
There is no information that someone else will appear instead of the star of the play next Thursday – there are still a few single seats left in the hall, and the play is still announced as one starring Sir Ian McKellen. This is also the last week when “Players Kings” will be shown in theaters.
Source: Gazeta
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