Ruth Negga Withdraws from Dublin Theatre Festival Play at the Gaiety

Oscar-nominated Irish actor Ruth Negga has withdrawn from 'Radio Bette,' a play set to be featured at the Gaiety Theatre next month as part of the Dublin Theatre Festival.

The Dublin Theatre Festival confirmed that the production will continue as planned. The Goat Exchange, the New York-based company behind the play, expressed gratitude for Negga's contributions, stating, "We are deeply grateful to Ruth for the time, generosity, and extraordinary work she has brought to the project."

Festival organizers expect to announce a replacement cast member within the next seven to 10 days. Ticket holders have been notified of the change. Negga's involvement was anticipated to be a significant draw for the festival, given her acclaimed performances in theatre and film.

'Radio Bette' draws inspiration from a rare rehearsal recording of a 1951 Bette Davis broadcast from the Lux Radio Theater. The play features cast members channeling the personas of iconic stars like Davis, Marilyn Monroe, Anne Baxter, and Thelma Ritter, blending homage to classic Hollywood with contemporary experimental theatre. The production is scheduled to run from September 23rd to 27th.

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The Goat Exchange regrets to announce that Ruth Negga will be stepping back from Radio Bette. We are deeply grateful to Ruth for the time, generosity, and extraordinary work she has brought to the project.