Follies

See it if you love Sondheim. It's a gift to hear the songs in context. A touching play about life choices. Some grand spectacle, too.

Don't see it if you want perfect casting. BPeters was a disappointment. She couldn't sing the role and I found her acting stiff. Lots of other talent, tho.

Also I'm reviewing shows I saw before S-S. I was thrilled to see Follies (I never had) and greatly enjoyed the music/lyrics. The story, filled with late middle age regrets, resonated. But I was disappointed in the casting of Peters. I know she's a big name, but she wasn't up to her role.... Read more Read less

See it if you enjoy a perfectly constructed musical executed well; oh and Sondheim

Don't see it if you want a light hearted musical without depth

Also Walking to my seat I had a feeling that something special was about to happen and it did. Truly spectacular cast, book, set, acting, lyrics & music... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see a music about life and growing old and how complicated emotions can be.

Don't see it if You want a simple story or do not like musicals.

See it if you want to see Broadway's finest in their finest hour

Don't see it if you dislike classic broadway or sondheim

See it if you like-romantic musicals-great costume design-new renditions of Broadway standards-incredible ensemble casts-thought provoking musicals

Don't see it if you-don't like Sondheim-want a musical comedy-are looking for a modern avant-garde piece (this is classic/vaudevillian Broadway at its best)

See it if you worship Sondheim’s masterpiece

Don't see it if you need lots of jazz hands

See it if You are a sophisticated theatergoer who can appreciate a rich story of memories and roads not taken.

Don't see it if You want a young, sexy, flashy, fast-moving musical.

See it if you are a fan of Sondheim & enjoy heartfelt stories with wonderful musical numbers. The last Broadway revival cast was absolutely awesome.

Don't see it if you are looking for something light hearted or you are not a fan of Sondheim's work.

See it if You're a fan of the musical or love Sondheim generally.

Don't see it if You generally dislike Sondheim.

See it if you can find a production that lives up to the caliber of the 2011 Broadway revival. This show was exquisite.

Don't see it if you're not a fan of Sondheim. Follies contains some of his best work.

See it if You love Sondheim and complex scores. A real beauty of a show. Phenomenal performances from Bernadette Peters and Danny Burstein.

Don't see it if Sondheim isn't your thing.

See it if You love Sondheim; you like contemplative musical theater; you want to be challenged with your own fears.

Don't see it if You want light-and-fluffy entertainment; you aren't in the mood to think hard about your own life.

See it if Sondheim a his best. Wonderful music and talent. Real human emotions, motives and feelings in the way that only Sondheim can reveal them.

Don't see it if you don't like musicals.

See it if you're a fan of sondheim and thoughtful theatre

Don't see it if you prefer comedies or plays

See it if you always wondered where that Broadway Baby song came from.

Don't see it if you have a hard time following a slow-moving plot.

See it if 1 of my favorite things I've seen in the last 10 years. Maxwell blew me away. The whole cast - brilliant. The show - amazing. Saw it 2x.

Don't see it if Kick yourself if you missed it.

See it if You worship Sondheim, enjoy great showcases for actresses young and old, and want to think and be entertained at the same time.

Don't see it if You just want to laugh the night away.

See it if you want to see an amazing, mature ensemble sing and act a masterful work of art. Also, if you love Sondheim.

Don't see it if you want a light piece of fluff.

See it if you've never seen another staging of this classic show.

Don't see it if you're not familiar with the show or Sondheim, or if you're looking for something exciting (Follies can be a little dull).

See it if you're a Sondheim fan, you like the music.

Don't see it if you're going for the story. Just give the girl some anti-depressants and get on with it.

See it if you want a thoughtful musical.

Don't see it if you are jet-lagged and easily lulled to sleep.

See it if You love the music and the story like I do and if you have an open mind to every aspect shown on stage.

Don't see it if You get confused easily. The second act was also a bit slow, a friend of mine fell asleep during it.

See it if you want to see a great musical with a unique story, amazing music, and amazing performances.

Don't see it if you don't like long musicals.

See it if you enjoy well-written and thoughtful musicals.

Don't see it if you do not enjoy Stephen Sondheim or expect an evening of large kick lines and mindless fun.

See it if You like tales of longing and regret

Don't see it if You are expecting a big, flashy, family show