Albee's American Dream/Sandbox Must Close Early at Cherry Lane

The Cherry Lane Theatre has announced that due to a dire family emergency, Kate Mulgrew must withdraw from Edward Albee's The American Dream/The Sandbox. Consequently, the final performance will be given on May 3 rather than the previously announced extension of May 17. There are no further details. Mulgrew had assumed the role of Mommy the week of April 21, replacing original star Judith Ivey. Albee directed the revival of his early one-acts, which drew warm reviews.

In addition to Mulgrew, the cast includes George Bartenieff as Daddy, Kathleen Butler as Mrs. Barker, Lois Markle as Grandma, Harmon Walsh as the American Dream, and Jesse Williams as the Angel of Death in The Sandbox.