Even with the critiques of this show, including those aimed at the events behind its demise on Broadway, I still found it a highlight of the year for me. That was one stellar cast from top to bottom. With choreography that I STILL believe should have brought home the Tony for Savion Glover. Having seen Hamilton, I thought the choreography and movement in that show was exceptional as well. But the dance in Shuffle Along was beyond compare that season, IMHO.
And I agree with Audra, it was a story that needed to be told, and I also believe her when she says she thinks it would have found an audience. I do too. If for no other the reason, the Master Class of performers headlining the show.
Would it have run forever? No. But I think it would have had a more than respectable run. I just remember how abuzz the audience was leaving the show that night. It was a good one, and I'm glad I saw it.