Broadway’s ‘Suffs’ is set to conclude its run on January 5, 2025, as announced by its producers. This acclaimed musical, crafted by Shaina Taub and featuring Hillary Rodham Clinton among its producers, centers on the suffragist movement and has garnered significant attention since its opening. The production began previews at the Music Box Theatre on March 26 and officially premiered on April 18, accumulating a total of 24 previews and 301 performances.
Despite a successful start, including six Tony nominations and two wins for Taub’s writing and music, the show’s attendance dwindled over time. For the week ending October 6, the theater was only at 78% capacity, resulting in a disappointing weekly gross of $679,589—the lowest since achieving a peak of $942,785 in late June.
In addition to its Broadway run, a national tour is in the works, with plans to kick off at Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre in September 2025, with further cities set to be revealed soon.
Producers Taub, Jill Furman, and Rachel Sussman expressed gratitude for the opportunity to bring this poignant story about the suffragists to the stage, especially during a significant election season. The production sheds light on inspiring historical figures like Alice Paul and Ida B. Wells, whose efforts were instrumental in securing women’s right to vote.
The original cast featured Taub alongside prominent actors such as Nikki M. James and Jenn Colella. Taub’s groundbreaking contribution to the musical realm is notable, as she stands as only the second woman to write, star in, and compose for her own Broadway show, a milestone previously achieved by Micki Grant in 1972.
Suffs initially premiered Off-Broadway at the Public Theater in April 2022 before making its celebrated move to Broadway. Its narrative and historical significance resonate deeply, offering audiences a fresh perspective on the fight for women’s rights through the lens of musical theater.