VIPs have been flocking to see Bess Wohl’s acclaimed play “Liberation” at the Laura Pels Theatre, which is set to close on April 6. The show has attracted a star-studded audience, including Amy Schumer, Uma Thurman, Tina Fey, Kyra Sedgwick, Jack Antonoff, Busy Philipps, Gloria Steinem, Sara Bareilles, and Margaret Qualley. Many of these celebrities are hoping the show will transfer to Broadway after its successful run.
Amy Schumer was seen at the theatre, reconnecting with her “Life & Beth” co-star Susannah Flood, who stars in “Liberation.” The play has received rave reviews, with Vulture calling it “the best play I’ve seen this season.” Critic Sara Holdren even questioned why Bess Wohl isn’t more widely recognized for her work.
The New York Times described “Liberation” as a moving play that follows a group of women in 1970s Ohio, exploring themes of sisterhood and motherhood. The production, which opened on January 31, is directed by Whitney White.
As the show wraps up, fans are expressing their hopes for a Broadway transfer. The excitement surrounding the production is palpable, with many eager to see it continue its journey.
In a separate note, Amy Schumer is making headlines for putting her historic Brooklyn Heights townhouse on the market for $14 million. She and her husband, chef Chris Fischer, bought the property for $12.25 million in 2022. The home, famous for its role in the film “Moonstruck,” is now up for sale as Schumer plans to move back to Manhattan for her son’s school.
With just a few performances left, “Liberation” continues to captivate audiences, leaving many wondering what’s next for this powerful play.