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A performance of the musical “Singin’ in the Rain” at the renowned Lido theater in Paris was abruptly halted on the evening of Saturday, October 10, 2026, after a section of the stage set collapsed.
Incident Details
The incident occurred approximately thirty minutes into the show. According to reports, a large video screen positioned at the back of the stage unexpectedly tipped forward. The production, directed by Robert Carsen, utilizes advanced video technology to transform the stage into a film studio, creating an immersive experience for the audience.
Witnesses initially thought the collapse was an intentional part of the performance. “We first thought it was part of the show,” one audience member told the newspaper Le Parisien. However, as the theater lights came back on, it became clear that a technical failure had occurred.
Evacuation and Safety
Following the collapse, the actors immediately vacated the stage. The theater was subsequently evacuated as a precautionary measure, preventing the audience from seeing the show’s finale, which features the cast in iconic yellow raincoats and colorful umbrellas. Despite the dramatic nature of the incident, there were no injuries reported among the cast, crew, or audience.
About the Production
The current production of “Singin’ in the Rain” at the Lido is scheduled to run until January 2027. This English-language production features a cast of 25 international artists, including British performers Ashley Day and Maddie Waller in the lead roles-characters made famous by Gene Kelly and Debbie Reynolds in the 1952 film.
Since the Lido was acquired by the Accor group in 2022, the venue has shifted its focus exclusively to musical theater, moving away from its traditional cabaret revues. Previous productions under this new direction have included “Cabaret,” “Hello, Dolly!,” and “Les Demoiselles de Rochefort.”
Authorities have not yet provided further details regarding the cause of the technical failure, and the theater has not released a statement regarding the resumption of performances.
Source: franceinfo
