Dear Evan Hansen (Broadway) NYC Reviews and Tickets

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(5598 Ratings)

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Members say

Great acting, Absorbing, Great singing, Relevant, Must see

About the Show

2017 Tony winner for Best Musical, this show is about being young and surviving the modern world.

Winner of six Tony Awards including for Best Musical, this show quickly gained a cult following. Pasek and Paul's catchy and emotional score, which includes 'Waving Through a Window,' poignantly tells the story of a socially anxious teen, raised by a single mom, who struggles to fit in at school. When a classmate commits suicide, a lie puts Evan Hansen at the center of the tragedy. But as his social currency skyrockets, Evan is forced to make a decision: Will he give himself over to the fantasy he’s created, or will he bite the bullet and risk losing everything he’s ever wanted?

The Tony-winning book of the musical is by Steven Levenson and the show is directed by Michael Greif ('Rent,' 'Next To Normal').

Evan Hansen is currently being played by Zachary Noah Piser, who made history as the first Asian-American actor to play the role full time.

Show-Score Member Reviews (5,598)

100

Great acting, Great singing, Intelligent, Relevant, Riveting

See it if I think that this show is brilliant and i believe that everyone will respond positively to its themes and message.

Don't see it if I can't think of anyone who wouldn't enjoy it.

100

Great singing, Great acting, Profound, Entertaining, Great writing

See it if You are raising teens or want to stay current in teen topics. Great music. Ben Platt's acting and singing was beyond amazing.

Don't see it if You can not relate to technology, social media, teen topic and blogs. Also, do not see it if you do not like to be emotionally vested.

100

Innovative, Ambitious, Great acting, Great singing, Great writing

See it if you love seriously excellent, thoughtful musical theatre. Great performances, especially by Ben Platt.

Don't see it if Just see it - it's terrific!

100

Great acting, Great singing, Relevant, Intelligent, Must see

See it if you have a feeling, empathetic bone in your body.

Don't see it if You are looking for light and fluffy - this surely isn't Hello Dolly! Read more

100

Exquisite, Enchanting, Absorbing

See it if A must see for anyone who loves Musical Theatre and amazing talent.

Don't see it if you are dead

100

Absorbing, Relevant, Refreshing, Profound, Must see

See it if You want to be taken in by real situations played beautifully by an outstanding cast. Platt, Bay Jones, Faist, and Thompson are standouts.

Don't see it if You have something against a hipster feel.

100

Profound, Thought-provoking, Great acting, Intense, Must see

See it if You suffer from anxiety, depression or loneliness. You enjoy a tough story with loveable characters. You want a great pop sounding score

Don't see it if You're triggered by anxiety, depression, suicide or do not want to see those subjects on stage. You want a happy, go lucky musical.

100

Absorbing, Exquisite, Great acting, Great singing, Masterful

See it if You're looking for a show that has something important to say, beyond the spectacle.

Don't see it if Suicide and anxiety are touchy subjects for you. Read more

Critic Reviews (53)

For a previous production

"Pasek and Paul's songs serve the characters, and the book brings the characters to a place where they can sing. They live harmoniously in the world of Levenson's book...The songs come from such a natural place and they grow out of the dialogue in the sense that you feel they're singing a conversation, not a song...In the hands of a less capable actor, Evan could have easily become a caricature or a joke, but Platt plays him with such honesty and humanity."
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For a previous production

"It’s a winner in every sense of the word. There is laughter and plenty of tears, soaring melodies, a brilliant scenic design and a message that teens and parents both will understand…Beautifully directed…With this performance, Platt will become a Broadway star. He may not have the most powerful voice, but it seems to be perfect for the role…The surrounding cast is excellent."
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For a previous production

“Maudlin and sentimental...One of the most ideologically backwards shows I’ve ever seen…A show that makes my flesh crawl with how ultimately harmfully it treats mental illness. However, at the center of this disaster is Ben Platt, who gives one of the most astonishingly good performances I’ve ever seen at the center of a musical. His performance is so extraordinary that the show not only becomes bearable, but actually required viewing.”
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For a previous production

"It’s tender and heartbreaking, but there’s not a single moment that feels preachy—instead, the story, from start to finish feels fully authentic, which makes the show’s messages really resonate...The show is anchored by Platt’s beautiful performance...He’s ably supported by Steven Levenson’s strong book, which capably navigates nuanced content, deft characterization, and hot-button issues without missing a step."
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For a previous production

"Delivers a classic Broadway theme of 'man vs. self' in a unique and updated way that is riveting, heartfelt, and immediate...This show is quite simply a brilliant piece of modern theater...Levenson’s book strikes me as a young Aaron Sorkin. It is quick-witted, purposeful, and insightful. The music and lyrics are all amazingly poignant...In the end, 'Dear Evan Hansen' will remind you that we all want something in life and that we all 'want to be found.'"
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