Neil Gaiman: Coraline stage adaptation cancelled after allegations against author
2025-01-29
Category: entertainment

A stage adaptation of Coraline has been cancelled following sexual misconduct allegations against the book's original author Neil Gaiman.Coraline - A Musical had been due to play at the Leeds Playhouse, Birmingham Rep and Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh later this year. But a joint statement posted by the venues on Wednesday said: "After careful consideration, we feel it would be impossible to continue in the context of the allegations against its original author."Gaiman, 64, has denied allegations of sexual misconduct made by eight women, saying he has "never engaged in non-consensual sexual activity with anyone. Ever".
Coraline, a dark fantasy horror children's novella was first published in 2002, and made into an animated film in 2009.The three venues due to host the stage adaptation said ticket holders had been contacted directly via email.Further details to follow