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"The Music Man" announces it's closing despite box office success

"The Music Man" announces it's closing
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NEW YORK -- Broadway's biggest hit since the pandemic shutdown made a shocking announcement Tuesday. 

"The Music Man," starring Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster, is closing on Jan. 1.

Child actors from "The Music Man" talk sharing the stage with stars 03:13

The musical revival has consistently been the top-selling show since it opened in December. 

Last week, "The Music Man" led all Broadway show grosses with $2.4 million, according to the Broadway League. 

The show got mixed reviews but boasts the star power of Jackman and Foster. 

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