December 7th 2024.
A musical about the incredible life of Olympic breakdancer Raygun has unfortunately been cancelled. This news came as a disappointment to many, as the show was highly anticipated for its inspiring story about the viral sensation, Rachael Gunn.
In 2024, Raygun, whose real name is Rachael Gunn, caught the world's attention with her unique breakdancing routine at the Paris Olympics. Although her performance received criticism from some, others hailed her as a national icon and she quickly became an overnight sensation. There were even rumors that she would be appearing on the Australian version of I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!
However, it seems that not everyone was on board with paying tribute to Raygun. Comedian Steph Broadbridge had been working on Raygun: The Musical, but unfortunately, she faced legal threats from Raygun's lawyers. The show's premiere was cancelled just hours before it was set to debut, as Raygun's lawyers claimed that her name and signature kangaroo dance move were protected intellectual property.
Steph shared the news on her social media, stating that she had to cancel the show and refund ticket holders due to the legal threats. She also joked about changing the character's name in her show to "Raygun with an I" in order to avoid any further issues.
Many expressed their disappointment and frustration with the cancellation, calling it "absurd" and "ridiculous." The show's promoter, Anthony Skinner, also shared his disappointment as the planned donation of ticket sales to a women's charity had to be cancelled as well.
Despite this setback, Steph assured her followers that she would be back with a new and improved show in the future. In the meantime, she encouraged people to continue supporting the arts and live performances.
It's unfortunate that Raygun's lawyers were not open to finding a solution that would allow the show to go on. But as Steph mentioned, Raygun is always welcome to attend the show and see it for herself. We hope that in the future, there can be a way for Raygun's story to be shared and celebrated without any legal complications.
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