Actress **Maike Boerdam** Withdraws from Musical ‘1830’ Due to Son’s Health

Heart Condition Prompts Departure

Actress Maike Boerdam has stepped away from the musical spectacle ‘1830’ to focus on her son Luca’s recovery. Luca was recently admitted to the hospital with a heart condition, necessitating his mother’s full attention.

Understudy Steps In Amidst Health Concerns

The unexpected absence of **Maike Boerdam**, known for her role in ‘Big & Betsy,’ has led to **Goele De Raedt** taking over her part in the production. The musical, which has reportedly sold half its tickets, had already begun rehearsals.

“I want to focus on the recovery of my son.”

—Maike Boerdam

This news comes as rehearsals have commenced, with performers learning lines even in unconventional settings like swimming pools. The dedication to the production continues despite **Boerdam**’s unavoidable absence.

Musical ‘1830’ Ticket Sales Soar

In contrast to the personal setback, the musical ‘1830,’ set to be performed in Torhout, has achieved significant ticket sales, with half of all available tickets already purchased. This indicates strong public interest in the production.

The Belgian theatre industry continues to thrive, with many productions like ‘1830’ seeing high demand. In 2023, the performing arts sector in Belgium contributed an estimated €2.6 billion to the economy, highlighting its cultural and financial significance (source: Statista).