“Everything about the production works. It's a slam dunk.”
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A Doll's House, Part 2
Opened Apr 27, 2017 · Closed Sep 24, 2017 · Ran for 5 months
35 Rave
16 Positive
3 Mixed
1 Negative
Critics' Take
Critics praise Lucas Hnath's clever, funny sequel as a smart comedy of ideas featuring stellar performances, particularly Laurie Metcalf's. Most find it engrossing and thought-provoking, though some dismiss it as lightweight compared to Ibsen's original.
This show has closed. Tickets are no longer available.
Critic Scorecard
55 reviews35 Rave
16 Positive
3 Mixed
1 Negative
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“A Doll’s House Part 2 is a reminder of why theatre – or art itself – is, at its best, a life altering experience.”
“A Doll’s House, Part 2 is often quite funny and always penetrating.”
“It deserved the cheering it got at the performance I attended.”
“Entrances and exits are the way of life, and the way of theater, and they come together beautifully in this electrifying and masterful production.”
Audience Scorecard
1.1K audience reviews
A-
Liking It
Awards Scorecard
2016-17 season64
Honored
Won Best Actress (Play)
Outer Critics:3 nomsDrama Desk:2 nomsDrama League:2 noms
Box Office Scorecard
source · Broadway League, publicAll Time
Frequently Asked Questions
What do critics say about A Doll's House, Part 2?
Critics praise Lucas Hnath's clever, funny sequel as a smart comedy of ideas featuring stellar performances, particularly Laurie Metcalf's. Most find it engrossing and thought-provoking, though some dismiss it as lightweight compared to Ibsen's original. (CriticScore 83/100 from 55 reviews.)
Is A Doll's House, Part 2 worth seeing?
Absolutely — A Doll's House, Part 2 is one of the season's most acclaimed shows, earning a rare 83/100 from 55 critics. Don't miss it.
What is the CriticScore for A Doll's House, Part 2?
A Doll's House, Part 2 has a CriticScore of 83/100 based on 55 professional reviews. This is considered a "Critical Gold" show.
Is A Doll's House, Part 2 still running on Broadway?
No, A Doll's House, Part 2 has closed. It played at John Golden Theatre and closed on September 24, 2017.
Theater Scorecard
Typical VenueThe John Golden Theatre offers good sightlines from most seats, though sound quality can vary, especially under the mezzanine. Seating comfort is typical of older theaters with tight legroom, but the venue maintains a pleasant ambiance overall. Facilities are adequate, though not exceptional.
Original Broadway Cast
- Laurie MetcalfNoraWinner: Actress (Play)
- Chris CooperTorvaldNom: Actor (Play)
- Jayne HoudyshellAnne MarieNom: Featured Actress (Play)
- Condola RashadEmmyNom: Featured Actress (Play)
Notable Replacements
- Erin WilhelmiEmmy
- Stephen McKinley HendersonTorvald
- Julie WhiteNora
Creative Team
- Lucas HnathPlaywright
- Sam GoldDirector
Quick Facts
- CriticScore
- 83/100 (55 reviews)
- Status
- Closed
- Opened
- Apr 27, 2017
- Closed
- Sep 24, 2017
- Run Length
- 5 months
- Synopsis
- A Doll's House, Part 2 is a 2017 play written by Lucas Hnath. The play premiered at the South Coast Repertory, in April 2017, before transferring to Broadway at the John Golden Theatre.
- Data Last Updated
- October 7, 2026
