Off-Broadway's Sidd to Close Early on March 26th

Sidd, the new musical based on the novel Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse, will end its run at World Stages (formerly known as Dodger Stages) on March 26th.

The show, which opened on March 22nd, was supposed to have closed on July 1st, but has been foundering after receiving mostly negative reviews upon opening. At closing, it will have played 23 previews and 13 regular performances.

The show features music and lyrics by Doug Silver and direction, book and additional lyrics by Andrew Frank. It "chronicles the extraordinary journey of a man's life from his youthful wanderings in his home village, through his many years living amidst the glamour jazz and corruption of the city, his encounter with Buddha and ultimately, his enlightenment that follows. Sidd features a diverse cast of seven accompanied onstage by piano, cello and percussion trio. The musical's eclectic score draws on various influences from Richard Rodgers to reggae," state press notes.

Directed by Andrew Frank, Sidd's cast includes Neil Maffin in the title role, alongside Marie-France Arcilla, Dann Fink, Pamela Jordan, Nicole Lewis, Arthur Marks, and Gerry McIntyre. The production features set design by Maruti Evans, lighting design by Chris Dallos, costume design by Michael Bevins and sound design by Andrew Bellware. Sidd is presented by Always On The Way / Fran Kirmser Sharma.