Billy Elliot: The Musical NYC Reviews and Tickets

See it if you enjoy profound stories about life struggle, the working-class, history, adolescence/growing up. Beautiful and emotional. Incredible kids

Don't see it if you don't like watching kids or you prefer traditional musical theatre

See it if You want to be put in awe at the talent of the children onstage. The dancing was phenomenal! The music catchy, and visuals powerful.

Don't see it if You don't like Elton John's poppy score.

See it if you love a musical with a great story, heart, wonderful dancing, and are willing to work a little to understand the dialect

Don't see it if you prefer a straight play, musicals that are light and fluffy, or you don't like watching children on stage

See it if you want a heart-warming story, toe-tapping and very funny songs, and an all-around good time

Don't see it if you find British accents unintelligible and have something against good dancing

See it if you love a great score, story, dancing and cast.

Don't see it if you don't appreciate dance

See it if you're a fan of the movie or you love dancing. This has adult themes but a really good message for kids too. Makes you want to stand & cheer

Don't see it if you have a hard time with British accents, or if you fight the urge to cry during shows (you'll lose here).

See it if you want to be moved and entertained.

Don't see it if you don't like a talented cast and a wonderful script and score.

See it if you are a fan of incredible dancing. The show is completely based on dancing and the kids in it are incredible.

Don't see it if you aren't a dance fan.