“Though its ambitious triptych doesn't fully realize the promise of its premise, Hungry Women remains an imaginative, sharply written satire that refuses easy answers.”
Off-BwayPlayOriginal
OFF-BROADWAYPLAYORIGINALNOW PLAYING
Hungry Women
75
Recommended
SoHo Playhouse · 1h 30m · Opened Jul 25, 2026 · Closes Aug 30, 2026
Critics' Take
Critics praise this darkly comic world-premiere for its provocative premise and sharp feminist lens. The show compellingly blends sci-fi with absurdist humor, featuring strong performances led by Tony nominee Julia Lester.
Critic Scorecard
5 reviewsSort:
“The playwright and director Daniella Caggiano have done a surprisingly good job of managing all the moving parts within an overall logical framework.”
“The performances by Julia Lester, Zoe Dean, Mariyea and Sophie Zmorrod are riveting enough to supersede this dramaturgical problem.”
“Like costume designer Olivia Vaughn Hern’s corsets, Hungry Women has good bones.”
New York Theatre Guide StaffFull Review
“A femme-forward depiction of rage and truth.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What do critics say about Hungry Women?
Critics praise this darkly comic world-premiere for its provocative premise and sharp feminist lens. The show compellingly blends sci-fi with absurdist humor, featuring strong performances led by Tony nominee Julia Lester. (CriticScore 75/100 from 5 reviews.)
Is Hungry Women worth seeing?
Yes. Hungry Women earns strong reviews from critics (75/100 from 5 reviews). Most theatergoers will have a great time.
What is the CriticScore for Hungry Women?
Hungry Women has a CriticScore of 75/100 based on 5 professional reviews. This is a "Recommended" show.
Is Hungry Women still running Off-Broadway?
Yes, Hungry Women is currently playing at SoHo Playhouse Off-Broadway. It is scheduled to close on August 30, 2026.
Where is Hungry Women playing Off-Broadway?
Hungry Women is playing at SoHo Playhouse.
How long is Hungry Women?
Hungry Women has a runtime of 1 hour and 30 minutes with no intermission.
Cast
Cast information is not yet available for this production.
Quick Facts
- CriticScore
- 75/100 (5 reviews)
- Status
- Now Playing
- Opened
- Jul 25, 2026
- Closes
- Aug 30, 2026
- Running
- 1 month Off-Broadway
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Intermissions
- 0
- Theater
- SoHo Playhouse
- Synopsis
- Women navigate a future without men in a dark comedy spanning generations. Set in a world where men have mysteriously disappeared, Hungry Women follows generations of women as they navigate the social, political, and personal consequences of a radically transformed society. Beginning in 19th-century Massachusetts and extending far into the future, the play examines questions of survival, identity, motherhood, sexuality, and power through a blend of dark comedy and speculative fiction. The play is written by Melissa Maney and directed by Iris Dukatt. Developed through SoHo Playhouse’s Lighthouse Series, the production features an ensemble cast portraying women across different eras as they confront the opportunities and challenges created by the collapse of patriarchal structures. The de...
- Data Last Updated
- August 8, 2026
