The Tony-winning actor called the experience “very ugly” and “scary.”

Ben Plattis stressing the importance ofthe new Broadway revival ofParadeafter protesters harassed theatergoers during its first preview Tuesday night.

In 1915, Frank was kidnapped from prison and lynched.

“Not the really ugly actions of a few people who were spreading evil.”

The producers ofParadeissued their own statement Wednesday morning.

“We stand by the valiant Broadway cast that brings this vital story to life each night.”

The musical, which originally ran from 1998 to 1999, also received support from the Anti-Defamation League.

The limited engagement will run at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre through Aug. 6.