Hillary Clinton’s foray into Broadway has hit a sour note, as her highly publicized feminist musical, Suffs, has underperformed at the box office. Intended to celebrate the suffragist movement, the musical has now announced an early closure, adding to the list of setbacks associated with the former Secretary of State.

Debuting to much fanfare earlier this year, Suffs failed to connect with theatergoers. Despite its historical theme and extensive promotion, the musical’s ticket sales have been disappointing.

Reports indicate that the show struggled to sell enough tickets to cover its expenses, and low attendance figures ultimately led to the decision to close the production by January 5, 2024, just six months after its official launch.

Produced by Clinton and other notable figures, the show focused on the struggle for ratifying the 19th Amendment. While the topic had the potential to attract a socially conscious audience, the execution seems to have missed the mark.

The ambitious goal of celebrating feminist heroes and highlighting their fight for women’s voting rights was overshadowed by challenges related to profitability and audience engagement.

According to The New York Times, a substantial investment of $19 million was made in the production, a gamble that ultimately did not pay off. Despite multiple previews and a cast featuring the show’s creator, Shaina Taub, in the leading role as Alice Paul, Suffs struggled to gain traction in the competitive Broadway landscape.

The figures tell the story: during the week ending October 6th, the production grossed a disappointing $679,589—far below the earnings needed to sustain such a large-scale musical.

Many have suggested that Suffs may have been too heavy-handed in its messaging, alienating audiences looking for entertainment rather than a lecture on feminist history. While its creators aimed to connect two generations of women in the fight for voting rights, the musical ultimately struggled to resonate with theatergoers.

The production’s feminist angle, undoubtedly amplified by Clinton’s involvement, likely contributed to its lukewarm reception from mainstream audiences who are fatigued by politically charged entertainment.