Hairspray NYC Reviews and Tickets

See it if You like upbeat shows with a message.

Don't see it if Cheesy musicals with big numbers aren't your thing.

See it if You're ready for a toe-tapping' good time. I saw the iconic Harvey Fierstein, Marissa Jaret Winokur & Laura Bell Bundy in the show.

Don't see it if It's more fluffy than serious but addresses race equality.

See it if You enjoy catchy songs, great costumes, set and staging, color and vibrance

Don't see it if The story is good but a bit dated and can be a bit fluffy if you’re looking for a deeper plot or more substance

See it if are a fan of John Waters, Baltimore, and Harvey Fierstein, Matthew Morrison, or Clarke Thorell. Also if you like rhythm and blues

Don't see it if you're offended by drag, slight raunch, or loud music

See it if you enjoy peppy musicals that include a message

Don't see it if you prefer epic musicals or plays

See it if You want to laugh and see a classic musical for every age.

Don't see it if If you don't like musicals or comedy

See it if you enjoy lighthearted musical comedies with an infectious score.

Don't see it if you dislike the sound of 50s/60s pop music.

See it if you want to have fun. It's super energetic. The songs will get stuck in your head. Appropriate for all ages.

Don't see it if you want a serious play/musical. It deals with real issues like racism, but in an upbeat, accessible way.