really enjoyed this a few weeks ago. sad news for the cast, especially Renee. Ouch.
that said, these are purely business decisions. im surprised it took them this long-- if the show is shuttered, you're losing money that a week of January performances won't make up. (said like debra monk): its a business and many of these production budgets are vulnerable.
and unlike mean girls/frozen, i am confident this will be revived and has a nice spot in the canon. happy trails.