The parody musical based on Rachael Gunn's Olympic journey faces cancellation after a cease and desist letter from her legal team claims infringement on her intellectual property.
**Summary**
'Raygun: The Musical', created by comedian Steph Broadbridge, has been cancelled ahead of its debut after Rachael Gunn's lawyers intervened, asserting rights over the content. Broadbridge announced plans to rewrite the show and issue refunds to ticket holders, while Gunn's team states they are committed to protecting her brand integrity.
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'Raygun: The Musical', a comedic take on Australian breaker Rachael Gunn's Olympic journey, has been abruptly cancelled due to legal intervention from her representatives. The musical, created by Australian comedian Steph Broadbridge, was set to premiere this Saturday at Kinselas in Darlinghurst, Sydney, until a cease and desist letter was sent demanding its cancellation.
Gunn's legal and management team expressed a strong commitment to protecting her intellectual property, stating that they were acting to maintain the strength and respect of her brand. With this assertion, they have effectively barred Broadbridge from proceeding with her production.
In an Instagram update, Broadbridge revealed her disappointment but assured fans that the show would return "with a whole new story arc" after addressing the concerns raised by Gunn's legal team. Refunds for the A$10 tickets purchased for the concert will be issued to all who planned to attend.
"The concern was that I was damaging her brand, which I would never do," Broadbridge explained, adding a touch of humor regarding the legal restrictions on her performance. One of the claims states that she is not permitted to perform the kangaroo dance—a move that garnered significant attention after Gunn's Olympic stint, despite her failing to score points during the event.
Gunn's performance at the Olympics elicited mixed reactions within the breakdancing community, leaving her under a wave of online criticism despite official support. Following the backlash, Gunn decided to retire from competitive breaking, citing the situation as significantly distressing.
Gunn's unusual moves, including the "sprinkler" and "kangaroo hop," went viral even as they divided opinions on the legitimacy of her performance in the world of breaking. In a surprising turn, Gunn's legal team has also trademarked the musical poster and advised Broadbridge against using the kangaroo dance, which they assert is under Gunn's ownership.
Broadbridge responded with a touch of jest in her video, noting, "How would I possibly be able to do that without any formal breakdancing training?" She concluded by hinting at a name change for her character to "Raygun with an I" in an effort to assuage legal worries.
In a formal response, Gunn's legal representatives stated, "While we have immense respect for the credible work and effort that has gone into the development of the show, we must take the necessary steps to safeguard Rachael's creative rights and the integrity of her work." They emphasized that this action is not to undermine the contributions from others involved but is necessary to protect her brand in all future endeavors.
**Summary**
'Raygun: The Musical', created by comedian Steph Broadbridge, has been cancelled ahead of its debut after Rachael Gunn's lawyers intervened, asserting rights over the content. Broadbridge announced plans to rewrite the show and issue refunds to ticket holders, while Gunn's team states they are committed to protecting her brand integrity.
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'Raygun: The Musical', a comedic take on Australian breaker Rachael Gunn's Olympic journey, has been abruptly cancelled due to legal intervention from her representatives. The musical, created by Australian comedian Steph Broadbridge, was set to premiere this Saturday at Kinselas in Darlinghurst, Sydney, until a cease and desist letter was sent demanding its cancellation.
Gunn's legal and management team expressed a strong commitment to protecting her intellectual property, stating that they were acting to maintain the strength and respect of her brand. With this assertion, they have effectively barred Broadbridge from proceeding with her production.
In an Instagram update, Broadbridge revealed her disappointment but assured fans that the show would return "with a whole new story arc" after addressing the concerns raised by Gunn's legal team. Refunds for the A$10 tickets purchased for the concert will be issued to all who planned to attend.
"The concern was that I was damaging her brand, which I would never do," Broadbridge explained, adding a touch of humor regarding the legal restrictions on her performance. One of the claims states that she is not permitted to perform the kangaroo dance—a move that garnered significant attention after Gunn's Olympic stint, despite her failing to score points during the event.
Gunn's performance at the Olympics elicited mixed reactions within the breakdancing community, leaving her under a wave of online criticism despite official support. Following the backlash, Gunn decided to retire from competitive breaking, citing the situation as significantly distressing.
Gunn's unusual moves, including the "sprinkler" and "kangaroo hop," went viral even as they divided opinions on the legitimacy of her performance in the world of breaking. In a surprising turn, Gunn's legal team has also trademarked the musical poster and advised Broadbridge against using the kangaroo dance, which they assert is under Gunn's ownership.
Broadbridge responded with a touch of jest in her video, noting, "How would I possibly be able to do that without any formal breakdancing training?" She concluded by hinting at a name change for her character to "Raygun with an I" in an effort to assuage legal worries.
In a formal response, Gunn's legal representatives stated, "While we have immense respect for the credible work and effort that has gone into the development of the show, we must take the necessary steps to safeguard Rachael's creative rights and the integrity of her work." They emphasized that this action is not to undermine the contributions from others involved but is necessary to protect her brand in all future endeavors.
