Broadway Musical 'Tammy Faye' to Close Dec. 8

The Broadway musical 'Tammy Faye,' featuring music by Elton John and lyrics by Jake Shears, will close on December 8, less than a month after its official opening on November 14. The production, which tells the story of televangelist Tammy Faye Bakker, faced critical backlash and disappointing ticket sales, with only 63% of seats filled during its last reported week. Despite some positive reviews from figures like Michael Stipe, the show struggled to attract an audience, playing to houses that were 37% empty in one of Broadway’s largest theaters. It will conclude with a total of 24 preview performances and 29 regular performances. The musical, which had a budget of approximately $22 million, was unable to replicate its earlier success from a limited engagement in London. Fans expressed shock and disappointment over the abrupt closure, citing the harsh reception and lack of attendance as key factors.