JoJo Levesque, the pop star and three-time Grammy nominee, was left stunned after the producers of the Broadway revival of 'Chess' announced the show's closure just hours before she was scheduled to begin rehearsals. Levesque was set to replace Lea Michele in the role of Florence Vassy, with performances slated from June 23 to September 13 at the Imperial Theatre in New York City. The closure will take effect on June 21, coinciding with Michele's final performance. JoJo shared her disappointment on Instagram, noting that she was ready to start rehearsals that day. Michele had previously recommended JoJo for the role, which she had been excited to take on, having already fallen in love with the musical's score by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus. The revival of 'Chess,' which explores a love triangle against the backdrop of Cold War chess matches, was expected to compete for five awards at the upcoming Tony Awards. Producers expressed pride in the cast's work and the show's reception, highlighting its enduring appeal over the years.