The singing actor has been on medical leave for vocal issues for several weeks and had originally planned to return, according to a press representative for the musical. However, Burtka will not be able to step back into the production now that it has posted its closing notice. The actor, seen in the revival of , wrote on twitter, "On medical leave from ISHBY for vocal issues. Upset I won鈥檛 be able to return as the show announced its final performance will be 8/9."
His replacement in the role is , who will perform the part of Brian Howard through the final performance.
Conceived by , It Shoulda Been You has book and lyrics by , with music by Anselmi and additional lyrics by , , , and . Tony and Emmy winner (Curtains, "Frasier") makes his Broadway directorial debut with the production. He also staged its 2011 premiere.
Tickets are on sale at or by phoning (800) 653-8000. The Brooks Atkinson Theatre is located at 256 West 47th Street.
