I read an article called "BILLY ELLIOT to Close on Broadway January 8, 2012."  Although the title is pretty self-explanatory the article talks about the journey of the show and the creative team, as well as Elton Johns reactions to the shows closing.  


This is something I particularly care about because this show has honestly changed my life.  It really taught me to just be myself and to always follow my dreams.  I have seen the show four times, auditioned for it twice, know the entire cast, and have been on stage at the Imperial Theatre [where the show takes place].  


One of the cast members, Thommie Retter, who plays Mr. Braithwaite in the show has been giving me tap lessons for about two years now.  When I saw his Facebook status this afternoon which was, "Got some sad, sad news today! Sad indeed!" I knew something was up.  I sent him a message and asked if everything was okay.  He said everyone was fine but he had just heard some sad news that he wasn't allowed to share at the moment.  I asked if he would tell me the news when he was allowed to share and he told me I would know.  Two minutes later I see on Twitter this article from Broadway World.  I was heartbroken.  I never thought I would see this day come.  Although in the article it doesn't say why the show is closing, just that everyone is upset about it, I am sure it had to do with the economy.  The show however is still touring around the country and it's on its 7th year in London.  It won 10 tony awards as well as 81 awards worldwide.  I already bought tickets to see it again on November 22nd and am hoping to get tickets to see it again on closing night.  It is just an incredible, incredible show that I highly recommend everyone to see before it closes on January 8, 2011!