Jane Lynch, who plays Mrs. Brice, had been set to leave the show on Sept. 4, two days before her Glee co-star Lea Michele joins the show.
last month. Lynch, who plays Mrs. Brice, had been set to leave the show on Sept. 4, two days before herco-star Lea Michele joins the show as Fanny and Tovah Feldshuh, who is taking on the role of Mrs. Brice. However, in a statement released Tuesday morning, the producers and Lynch announced she was exiting the show Aug. 14, to take account of a pre-planned holiday and appearance at the Creative Arts Emmys on Sept. 1. Fanny is currently being played by Julie Benko, and the role of Mrs.
In a statement, Lynch said: “As I embark upon my last week in, my heart is filled with gratitude for this wildly talented company led by Beanie Feldstein and our wonderful audiences for keeping theater alive! I offer a special thanks to my current scene partner Julie Benko and will be back to see my friend Lea Michele light up the lights.