2:22 A Ghost Story producers issue statement after paparazzi attempts to take photos of Sophia Bush in changing room 

The cast of 2:22 A Ghost Story responded on social media after an incident at the Apollo Theatre over the weekend. 

The producers of the show, which now takes up residence at its fifth venue, said in a statement: “The producers of 2:22 A Ghost Story wish to express their anger following an incident at the theatre before the first preview of the new cast at the Apollo Theatre yesterday. A member of the public tried to take photos of cast members in a private space. We are grateful that team members successfully alerted the actors. The person in question fled.

“Runaway Entertainment takes the safety of its company extremely seriously and is working with the theatre to put increased security measures in place. It is sad that the actions of one unscrupulous person may have an impact on how our cast feels able to engage with audiences at the theatre, however we continue to welcome everyone who comes to see the show as respectful, enthusiastic audience members.”

Performer Sophia Bush added in a statement on social media: “For the people saddened by my lack of a stage door tonight … I hate to have to say this, but transparency feels important. A man stuck a camera in the window of our ladies dressing room this afternoon ahead of the show. He was apparently casing the corner, and waited to hear our voices, and then shoved his camera through our curtains.

“Luckily he was swiftly hit and blocked by a male coworker who happened to be outside, saw him behaving oddly, realized what was happening when HE heard us gals talking, and lept in when he saw the camera push through into our private space.

“One terrible, awful, thinks-he’s-entitled-to-us-somehow-misogynistic predator RUINS a milestone night for every one of you nice people. That level of threat causes a security response that changes all our plans. For good? Maybe. I don’t know yet…

“It sucks. It colors a beautiful night with something ugly and scary and sad.

“So. Thanks to everyone who showed up with love. To the predatory guy? F**k you very much. I hope someone there for our opening might be able to help us figure out who you are … you deserve to be caught.

And for gods sake, can’t women have some f**king fresh air??”