"Spider-Man" musical director Julie Taymor has axed plans to discuss the  beleaguered Broadway production at a public speaking engagement. Taymor  had agreed to appear at a New York Times event on January 8 to be  interviewed by theater reporter Patrick Healy about "Spider-Man: Turn  Off the Dark". 
 But she has now withdrawn from the talk to continue overseeing  rehearsals of the stage show. Her representative explains, "With the  changes to the Spider-Man production schedule, Julie will be deep in  rehearsals and will not be available to participate." Refunds are being  offered to ticket holders. 
 aymor's show has suffered a number of setbacks, including delays and  onstage stunt accidents. The musical is due to open in February 2011. 
