Ink

See it if You’re interested in seeing a big part of the puzzle of why we are in the major crap storm that we’re in now with the downfall of the media.

Don't see it if You don’t care about current affairs or want something light and fluffy.

Also Even if you don’t care very much about the subject matter here (a newspaper you might never have read) the indications are huge but even better the acting, by the entire company but particularly by Bertie Carvel is flawless!!!... Read more Read less

See it if ur interested in a complex, creative, engaging chronicle of Rupert Murdoch's rise (or should I say descent) into tabloid journalism fame.

Don't see it if u expect the Murdoch-Fox News story [tho his purchase of the Sun offers insight into his latter infamy]; u don't like British music hall.

See it if Profane, vulgar, self-absorbed & wildly theatrical Ink is a dramatic version of the tabloid it depicts Miller, Carvel & cast are thrilling

Don't see it if The lengthy 1st Act of The Sun's beginnings cuts into the more pressing moral questions of the 2nd Yet the arc into the present is chilling

See it if Powerful acting esp. by Bertie Carvel & J. L.Miller Great set Lighting so good. Musical bits and semi dances hit me just right. Great story.

Don't see it if British accents might be a problem for some . Beware 1st row seats at the Friedman

See it if you're a fan of print journalism, British newspaper history, curious about Rupert Murdoch, fan of Carvel or Miller, enjoy a good story

Don't see it if Have no interest in recent British history or in the London tabloids, don't care for Rupert Murdoch, have trouble with English accents

See it if you are interested in newspapers, Murdoch or morality of decision making. The remarkable staging is enough reason to see it! Loved the music

Don't see it if you want an uplifting experience. There are no winners, no moral message, nothing but the unhappiness of people who got what they wanted

See it if shows high testosterone atmosphere of newsroom in 1969/70 thru fabulous mise-en-scene (set, lighting, etc.) & amusing stylized acting/mvmnt

Don't see it if largely spectacle; not probe deeply into Murdoch's motivations; 2 much acting is animated shouting, words hard to understand

See it if you want to see a well-paced, excellently directed play that incisively explores what we want, why we want it, and what we'll do to get it.

Don't see it if you want escapism at the theater. This show asks tough questions about where we draw the line and what happens when we're pushed past it.

See it if About making a newpaper with different topical and way of reporting new or not news.

Don't see it if It is need 3 hours, sometimes strong language or not interested in subject.

See it if you're looking for a show that helps to explain some of the mess that's become of the country right now.

Don't see it if you're looking for escapist entertainment.

See it if Thrilling to see how the people at The Sun will stop at nothing to become the top newspaper. See how their ratings rise, but at what price.

Don't see it if You'd be taken aback at some of the "questionable" things they'll put on page 1 (or page 3), that are mentioned in Act II.

See it if you enjoy physical shows with lots of energy & movement; Miller & Carvel are terrific; good supporting cast; relevant to today.

Don't see it if don't like long plays; no interest in the beginning of tabloid publishing probably leading to today's exaggerations and falsehoods in news.

See it if you enjoy second-rate plays that are camouflaged by over-the-top staging. Also, if you like first acts that are overlong and unnecessary.

Don't see it if you enjoy well-written plays. Also, if you are intelligent enough to get ideas rather than be hit over the head constantly.

See it if You are interested in the newspaper business, particularly the story of the rise of Rupert Murdoch and the Daily Sun.

Don't see it if You are not interested Rupert Murdoch and his unorthodox method of breaking into the publishing business. Dislike misogynists

Also The performances of Johnny Lee Miller and Bertie are fantastic. The scenic design is amazing. The rest of the cast is also top shelf. The story may be dated, but it still packs a punch. Rupert’s editor Larry Lamb stopped at nothing to raise sales figures.... Read more Read less

See it if Excellent acting, staging, and a brilliantly fun production. Smart and well-paced, and a truly great story.

Don't see it if It had odd moments of dancing I didn't understand. The story is heavy and loaded, so this isn't a light night of theater.

See it if you like shows that teach you something as well as entertain you.Fascinating to see the rise of Murdoch.Acting is top notch.Amazing staging

Don't see it if you want a happy go lucky musical.This is very funny and entertaining, but it packs a wallop.You learn about the rise of far right craziness

See it if Jonny Lee Miller gives a terrific performance. Thought-provoking. Great set.

Don't see it if There’s a great story in Murdoch’s rise, but this isn’t it. Confusing.

See it if You like fast paced intelligent dialog. You are interested in the dumbing down of journalism accelerated by Murdoch. Intelligent acting.

Don't see it if You are expecting to learn about Rupert Murdoch. This play is specific to the Sun and its employees and editor.

Also I really liked the staging. It was static yet versatile enough to represent multiple sets. The action was facilitated by the set as there was no cast moving furniture and setting up stage (which always takes me out of a play) and exits and entrances were fluid and not just exit stage left, exit stage right.... Read more Read less

See it if Love great bio plays, well written and acted. Staging excels. Lighting exquisite. Miller and Carvel are wonders.

Don't see it if Bio drama bores you

See it if interested in the formation & inner workings of tabloid journalism by Murdoch & Lamb in 1969 London & it's consequences,told compellingly.

Don't see it if have difficulty with Brit & Aussie accents; 2:45 running time. 2nd act could be trimmed.

Also The acting by Carvel & Miller is superb. The staging & directing by Goold is electric. Scene of putting the paper into print from start to finish is fascinating & staged inventively.... Read more Read less

See it if you like intelligent theater that entertains rather than preaches. Sets and campy style were fun and did not dilute the important story.

Don't see it if you prefer light plots, easy to follow dialogue and characters who are clearly either good guys or bad guys.

See it if Murdoch's purchase of The Sun - turns it into tabloid for masses; rise of populism story; people in power exploit feeling of exclusion*

Don't see it if don't want to hear about Rupert Murdoch; a bit slow in parts, British accents; don't want a story of newspaper industry

Also *how Lamb is hired (a great Miller) & how he hires those under him.
Great set & lighting that really reflects putting out a paper.... Read more Read less

See it if you’d enjoy a biographical tale of someone you probably hate. The cast is great, but it’s hard to root for any protagonists here.

Don't see it if you would prefer not to give a villain more attention.

See it if you want smart, fierce, and edgy-without-trying darkly-funny drama sprawling across a set in a form as eye-catching as all-caps headlines.

Don't see it if uncomfortable with some sexuality (no nudity); need excessive humor or lightheartedness; and/or have trouble understanding British accents.

Also Ink is, on the surface, about the mid-to-late-20th-century (d)evolution of journalism in the UK, based upon a true story. Bertie Carvel as Rupert Murdoch may be getting the major buzz and award-nominations this season, but it’s Jonny Lee Miller as Larry Lamb who is the real fire-and-ash of this production: sparky, fiery, and then burned out, his trajectory and ferocious approach to Lamb is eye-catching as the entire set-design. Carvel, and the rest of the large ensemble, is excellent as well. There are moments of choreography and singing that punctuate (but don’t overwhelm) the frame-narrative-driven play but it all comes together as if parts of a printing press churning out the magic of print journalism-cum-tabloid. What surprises most is how perfectly mysterious, magical, and maniacal are Carvel and Miller together—and how enticingly alluring is the whole piece, which plays like a dark comedy.... Read more Read less

See it if Super tight production w a large-ish cast explaining how news used to be made and how it transitioned into profits as the priority, not info

Don't see it if Lots of bells and whistles for a play aren't your thing. Expecting to see a lot of Bertie — he's mostly in the beginning and end.

Also Diversity: 1 South Asian female character and 1 Black Caribbean male character.
Ticket from online rush via TodayTix for $42.50. Seat in mid mezzanine right.... Read more Read less