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Janette Manrara Offstage in Blackpool After Eye Infection Forces Show Withdrawal

Apologizing to fans on Instagram, she plans to rest until her right eye infection heals before rejoining the tour.

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Overview

  • On July 23, Manrara missed her scheduled performance as Roxie Hart in Chicago at Blackpool’s Winter Gardens due to an eye infection in her right eye.
  • She shared a video update on Instagram the night before detailing her symptoms and warning fans that she might have to rest.
  • In a written apology on Instagram, she expressed regret to audiences, emphasized her commitment to recovery and assured that the rest of the cast would carry on.
  • As of July 24, she remains offstage while following medical advice to rest her eye and monitor her progress.
  • Manrara has stated she is "on the mend" and aims to rejoin the Chicago tour swiftly once cleared by her doctors.