hey Paul,
I will answer but UNOFFICIALLY!
Cephus doesnt want to do it. I am assuming that he feels he is losing money so it is difficult. His business is not making enough cash to support any loses on the show and because of how he has managed the show, it is not making enough money for him.
The show still had plenty of potential. Could even be made into a money maker. He just needs to let go of it.
Hold on to those punch buggy shirts- they are now collectables.