Protesters Disrupt Broadway's "SUFFS," Accuse Show of Whitewashing History and White Feminism
July 3, 2024
- Protesters interrupted a performance of the Broadway musical 'SUFFS' last night, accusing the show of whitewashing history and practicing white feminism. 
- The activists unfurled a banner and chanted 'Cancel 'Suffs!,' sparking discussions about the portrayal of historical events in the musical. 
- The show addresses racism within the suffrage movement, including discrimination against Black women. 
- Cast member Laila Erica Drew expressed frustration at attempts to erase her work. 
- The disruption did not compromise safety, and producers, including Hillary Clinton and writer Shaina Taub, have not directly addressed the protesters' complaints. 
- 'SUFFS' has received positive reviews, won two Tony Awards, and received six nominations. 
- This incident follows a previous disruption of a different Broadway show by a climate activist group. 
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ABC News • Jul 3, 2024
Tony-winning musical 'Suffs' disrupted by chanting protesters with a banner
AP News • Jul 3, 2024
Tony-winning musical 'Suffs' disrupted by chanting protesters with a banner
BroadwayWorld.com • Jul 3, 2024
Video: SUFFS Interrupted By Demonstrators Calling the Show 'A White Wash'
