Nicole Kidman bids $100,000 for Hugh Jackman’s signed hat, receives standing ovation at Broadway’s 'The Music Man'

Legendary actor Nicole Kidman was present at Hugh Jackman’s “The Music Man” revival on Broadway on Saturday evening. The audience realised her presence when she made a huge bid of $100,000 for a hat signed by Jackman during the charity Broadway Cares auction. The news was made public by Jackman, who posted a video about the incident on Twitter in which he thanked Kidman for her support.

Kidman’s Statement

The cast of “Music Man” has been raising funds for Broadway Cares at the end of recent performances. Kidman took the microphone at the Winter Garden Theatre and declared that she loved Broadway and the work of Broadway Cares. She also stated that she thinks that the show is extraordinary. The audience gave Kidman’s shouted bid an enthusiastic response. Jackman joked that the bid was not in Australian dollars.

Kidman's Generosity

Kate Horton, who produces “The Music Man”, expressed her appreciation of Kidman’s generosity. She also said that it would be appreciated by the entire Broadway community.

Broadway Cares executive director Tom Viola was happy that though the charity has many friends, Hugh Jackman is one of their greatest champions. He said that the huge donation given by Kidman would mean that they would be able to provide 20,000 meals and 2,000 doctor visits for those living with HIV/AIDS, COVID-19, or other life-threatening issues. He stated that this was the highest bid ever for any item that they had auctioned.

FAQs:

1. What do Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman have in common?
   They are both Australian actors.
2. When does “The Music Man” close?
   It is scheduled to close on Jan. 15, 2023.