What is the age recommendation for Liberation on Broadway?

Liberation has mature themes and nudity, parental/guardian guidance is recommended to consider what is suitable.

What is the run time of Liberation on Broadway?

Liberation is a Broadway play running 2 hours and 30 minutes, including one intermission.

Where is Liberation playing on Broadway?

Liberation plays at: The James Earl Jones Theatre 138 West 48th St. New York, NY 10036 For information on how to get to the James Earl Jones Theatre, head to our guide to The Best Ways to Get to Broadway Theaters .

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Q: Are there any content advisories at Liberation that I should be aware of?

Liberation contains adult language and nudity. The production also makes use of uses theatrical haze, smoke, and herbal cigarettes.

Q: Will my phone be accessible during Liberation?

Liberation is phone-free. To protect the privacy of the performers, venue staff will secure all phones in opaque Yondr pouches.

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The Outer Critics Circle Announces Dates and Eligibility Deadlines for 2026 Awards Ceremony

Betsy Aidem as Margie and Adina Verson as Susan in Liberation on Broadway

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Adina Verson as Susan and Kristolyn Lloyd as Celeste in Liberation on Broadway

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Liberation Extends Its Broadway Run for 3 More Weeks

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Liberation actors Charlie Thurston, Susannah Flood, Audrey Corsa, Kristolyn Lloyd, director Whitney White, playwright Bess Wohl, Betsy Aidem, Kayla Davion, Irene Sofia Lucio and Adina Verson.

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About Liberation on Broadway

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The Story

It's 1970: somewhere in Ohio, six women meet on a basement basketball court, determined to shake up their lives and change the world. Fifty years later, one of their daughters tries to understand where things fell apart. A provocative, wildly theatrical world premiere that poses vital questions about friendship, legacy, and the true meaning of liberation.

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Run Time

2 hours and 30 minutes, including one intermission.

Content Advisory

This production contains adult language and nudity. The production also makes use of uses theatrical haze, smoke, and herbal cigarettes.

Show Dates

Previews: Oct 8, 2025 • Opening: Oct 28, 2025 • Closing: Feb 1, 2026

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Playwright Bess Wohl and the Cast of Liberation on Bringing the Daring New Play to Broadway

Susannah Flood as Lizzie and Betsy Aidem as Margie in Liberation on Broadway

Kristolyn Lloyd as Celeste in Liberation on Broadway

Irene Sofia Lucio as Isidora, Kristolyn Lloyd as Celeste, Adina Verson as Susan and Betsy Aidem as Margie in Liberation on Broadway

Susannah Flood as Lizzie in Liberation on Broadway

Susannah Flood as Lizzie and Charlie Thurston as Bill in Liberation on Broadway

Adina Verson as Susan, Susannah Flood as Lizzie, Betsy Aidem as Margie, Audrey Corsa as Dora, Kristolyn Lloyd as Celeste and Irene Sofia Lucio as Isidora in Liberation on Broadway

Betsy Aidem as Margie, Kristolyn Lloyd as Celeste, Adina Verson as Susan, Audrey Corsa as Dora, Irene Sofia Lucio as Isidora and Susannah Flood as Lizzie in Liberation on Broadway

Irene Sofia Lucio as Isidora and Kristolyn Lloyd as Celeste in Liberation on Broadway

Kayla Davion as Joanne and Kristolyn Lloyd as Celeste in Liberation on Broadway

The company of the Broadway production of Liberation by Bess Wohl, directed by Whitney White

Audrey Corsa as Dora, Kristolyn Lloyd as Celeste, Irene Sofia Lucio as Isidora and Adina Verson as Susan in Liberation on Broadway

Betsy Aidem as Margie, Kristolyn Lloyd as Celeste, Irene Sofia Lucio as Isidora, Audrey Corsa as Dora and Susannah Flood as Lizzie in Liberation on Broadway

Adina Verson as Susan, Susannah Flood as Lizzie and Kristolyn Lloyd as Celeste in Liberation on Broadway

Charlie Thurston as Bill in in Liberation on Broadway

Irene Sofia Lucio as Isidora and Kristolyn Lloyd in Liberation on Broadway

Kayla Davion as Joanne and Charlie Thurston as Bill in Liberation on Broadway

Audrey Corsa as Dora in Liberation on Broadway

Irene Sofia Lucio as Isidora in Liberation on Broadway

Kristolyn Lloyd as Celeste, Irene Sofia Lucio as Isidora, Betsy Aidem as Margie and Audrey Corsa as Dora in Liberation on Broadway

Susannah Flood as Lizzie and Irene Sofia Lucio as Isidora in Liberation on Broadway

Theater

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James Earl Jones Theatre

Entrance

There are no steps into the theater.

Water Fountain

Accessible fountain located in the lobby.

Hearing Assistance

Assisted listening devices are available. An ID is required as a deposit.

Elevators and Escalators

This theater has elevator access to every section.

Wheelchair Access

Orchestra section and Main Level are fully accessible.

Restrooms

Not wheelchair accessible. Restrooms located down 1 flight of 19 steps.

Accessible Seating

Wheelchair seating is in the Orchestra only.

Coat Check

This theater does not provide coat check.

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138 West 48th Street
New York, NY 10036

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Critics’ Reviews (3)

A collection of our favorite reviews from professional news sources.

"An enthralling, emotional knockout and the first must see play of the season. Mothers, take your friends and daughters, and vice versa."

The Washington Post

Naveen Kumar

"Powerfully moving and consistently funny. An unadulterated pleasure. If there is a show that can make the case for a Tony Award for best ensemble, it’s this one."

The New York Times

Elisabeth Vincentelli

"Go see Liberation, people! Both times I’ve seen Bess Wohl’s THRILLING play, I’ve felt unprepared for the emotional wallop it lands."

New York Magazine

Jackson McHenry

4.6

Score average from verified show reviews by customers who’ve bought tickets from Broadway.com.

Beautiful emotional meaningful

"Relevant and beautifully told story or women and the fight we keep fighting. "

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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 25, 2026

What a fabulous show!

"Historically, many of us actively participated in the events cited. This portrayal through five women’s lives is both timely ( how far have we come?) and done with a touch of humor. We loved it!!"

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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 23, 2026

Beautiful

"Such a unique story and so incredibly well told. The whole show flew by. Definitely made me laugh and cry, really just beautiful overall. Strongly recommend for women feeing overwhelmed by the current state of things. "

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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 21, 2026

Bringing it on home

"This show is totally relevant today. Everyone asks themselves what do I do now? How do we stop the maniac in office? And this show points the way. I think that's just spectacular. Also, we laughed heartily and a lot, and I haven't laughed like that in some time. It was laughing at myself and all the things so familiar, but I believe anyone who sees this show will enjoy the hell out of it an so many levels. It's insightful and fun and deeply moving. Brava!"

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Audrey S from New York on Jan 21, 2026

I laughed I cried...

"Such a simple set, such a simple production. Such a powerful delivery. A message of the possibilities of solidarity and love. Not dogmatic, not strident. It helped me remember that there really are still good, smart, decent people. We all need to unite to continue the march toward universal brotherhood, sisterhood, humanity. "

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Daniel W from Halethorpe on Jan 15, 2026

For our mothers….

"I Saw the play Liberation...Wow!! For me, it carries the echo of my mother's life and convictions. I felt her legacy threaded through many moments. I believe the audience was filled with many women with the same sentiment. My Mom would have loved it❤️"

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Patricia K from Morristown on Jan 11, 2026

Inspiring show

"I left inspired to continue pushing for women’s rights. I loved that the show was funny and emotional. The acting was superb. One suggestion I have (if I can be so bold) is to have a totally different actress play the older mother instead of an actress who we’ve already experienced. Not that she wasn’t good; at that moment I expected the mother to come in from back stage. The actress who played the younger mother was great. "

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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 11, 2026

Eye Opening!

"From the moment Lizzie came on stage, we were hooked!!! Hope to see in Prov, RI! On tour!!!"

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Broadway.com Customer on Jan 7, 2026

Act two is remarkable

"At Intermission, I was afraid the play was giving a shallow view of the 70s scene, but the 2nd Act redeemed all. Very moving exploration of converging opinions and options. The excellent ensemble acting elevated my experience. I lived the events that inspired the playwright. It meant a lot for me to see this play at this moment. I was lucky to see it with my neighbor and we both took away a lot from the show. A friend had told me to grab a girlfriend and go. So glad I did."

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Sharon U from Brooklyn on Jan 4, 2026

It captured a critical period of history with insight and humor

"Acting ensemble was superb. I “knew “ those women. I participated in similar groups in the 70’s . Outstanding writing. Set and costumes were perfect "

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Eliizabeth B from Glendale on Dec 15, 2025

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Please note that this production is phone-free. To protect the privacy of the performers, venue staff will secure all phones in opaque Yondr pouches. Although you will have your phone in your possession at all times, you may wish to bring a physical bank or credit card with you for purchases inside the theatre. If you need your device to access captioning or audio-description, please cover its cameras with the options provided, or you can check out an assistive device from the theater. If venue staff observes you using your device during the performance, you will be asked to leave.