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Suffs
Music Box Theatre · 2h 45m · Opened Apr 18, 2024 · Closed Jan 5, 2025 · Ran for 9 months
Critics' Take
Shaina Taub's ambitious musical about the women's suffrage movement earns mostly positive reviews for its tuneful score and passionate performances, though some critics find it more civics lesson than fully realized drama.
Critic Scorecard
27 reviewsSort:
“Aside from all that, dramatically speaking, it’s just that good!”
“There’s nothing wrong with this season’s crop of chronically ailing Broadway musicals, it turns out, that can’t be set right by a little talent. Well, make that a lot of talent, or even a whole lot of talent.”
“The musical about the political infighting on the long road to American women's suffrage has memorable music, star-making performances, and an inspiring message with moments that tug at the heartstrings.”
“Suffs is a winner, with a wonderful mixture of earnest storytelling, humor, and heart.”
Audience Scorecard
4.7K audience reviews
A-
Liking It
Awards Scorecard
2023-24 season79
Decorated
Won Best Book (Musical) + 1 more
Outer Critics:4 wins / 6 nomsDrama Desk:3 wins / 8 nomsDrama League:3 nomsLortel Award:1 nom
Box Office Scorecard
source · Broadway League, publicAll Time
Frequently Asked Questions
What do critics say about Suffs?
Shaina Taub's ambitious musical about the women's suffrage movement earns mostly positive reviews for its tuneful score and passionate performances, though some critics find it more civics lesson than fully realized drama. (CriticScore 80/100 from 27 reviews.)
Is Suffs worth seeing?
Yes. Suffs earns strong reviews from critics (80/100 from 27 reviews). Most theatergoers will have a great time.
What is the CriticScore for Suffs?
Suffs has a CriticScore of 80/100 based on 27 professional reviews. This is a "Recommended" show.
Is Suffs still running on Broadway?
No, Suffs has closed. It played at Music Box Theatre and closed on January 5, 2025.
How long is Suffs?
Suffs has a runtime of 2 hours and 45 minutes, including 1 intermission.
Is Suffs appropriate for children?
Suffs is recommended for Ages 10+.
Theater Scorecard
Typical VenueThe Music Box Theatre offers excellent sightlines from most seats, making it ideal for intimate dramas, though sound quality can vary. The theater's charming Georgian-inspired design adds to its ambiance, while comfort and facilities are average for a Broadway venue.
Original Broadway Cast
- Jenna BainbridgeEnsembleBroadway debut
- Kim BlanckRuza WenclawskaBroadway debut
- Ally BoninoLucy BurnsBroadway debut
- Tsilala BrockDudley MaloneBroadway debut
- Jenn ColellaCarrie Chapman Catt
- Dana CostelloEnsemble
- Hannah CruzInez MilhollandBroadway debut
- Nadia DandashiDoris StevensBroadway debut
Creative Team
- Leigh SilvermanDirector
- Shaina TaubBook
- Shaina TaubMusic & Lyrics
- Andrea GrodyMusic Supervision & Direction
Quick Facts
- CriticScore
- 80/100 (27 reviews)
- Status
- Closed
- Opened
- Apr 18, 2024
- Closed
- Jan 5, 2025
- Run Length
- 9 months
- Runtime
- 2h 45m
- Intermissions
- 1
- Age
- Ages 10+
- Synopsis
- The story of the American women's suffrage movement, following Alice Paul and her fellow suffragettes as they fight for the 19th Amendment.
- Data Last Updated
- September 13, 2026
