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Amy Spanger Exits Broadway’s Rock of Ages

Amy Spanger in Rock of Ages
(© Joan Marcus)
Amy Spanger in Rock of Ages
(© Joan Marcus)

Amy Spanger has left the cast of the Broadway musical Rock of Ages, currently at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre, with a press statement citing “personal reasons” for her departure. A permanent replacement for her leading role as Sherrie has not yet been named, with the part currently being played by Savannah Wise.

Written by Chris D’Arienzo and directed by Kristin Hanggi, the musical focuses on a young rocker hungry for his big break and a small town girl who meet in 1987 at a legendary Hollywood club facing its imminent demise. The score includes the hit songs of iconic rockers Journey, Styx, REO Speedwagon, Foreigner, Pat Benatar, Whitesnake, and many more.

The production was nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical.

For more information, visit www.RockOfAgesMusical.com.

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