One of the most beloved romantic comedies of all time comes to Broadway in this world premiere musical, with an original score co-written by Grammy winner Bryan Adams ('Summer of ’69,' 'Everything I Do'). More…
Vivian and Edward are unlikely soulmates who overcome all odds to find each other and themselves. Experience the moments you love from the movie — and get to know these iconic characters in a whole new way — in this theatrical take on a love story for the ages. 'Pretty Woman: The Musical' features direction and choreography by two-time Tony Award winner Jerry Mitchell ('Kinky Boots,' 'Legally Blonde,' 'Hairspray'), and a book by the movie’s legendary director Garry Marshall and screenwriter J.F. Lawton.
See it if You are a fan of the movie. The performances are excellent (esp Barks, Karl & Orfeh). Music is pleasing & the story is a classic. Very fun
Don't see it if You don't like the movie or are looking for a highfalutin show. They could have spent more money on the sets which were not great.
See it if You liked the movie. This is a nice recreation with great singing and acting, a few special moments though no songs rise to stay in memory.
Don't see it if You expect any sort of originality or interesting interpretation at all. This is strictly film to stage, almost scene for scene.
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See it if you want to see a faithful (in story) musical adaptation of the 1990 film, and you really enjoy the cheesy AC music of Bryan Adams.
Don't see it if you wish to avoid a charmless Vivian, chemistry-free leads, out-of-touch book, vapid, generic score, cheap-looking sets & lazy choreography.
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See it if you're a fan of the film or the stars, curious about Brian Adams as composer, like fluffy rom-coms, fine singing, modern fairy tales
Don't see it if don't like too much cuteness, rom-coms, predictable plot, low stakes, glorying of prostitution, forgettable music, or the film
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See it if If Cinderella were real and a tart this is exactly the kind of musical she would pay to see. Andy Karl's charisma is welcome on any stage.
Don't see it if The timing couldn't be worse for this unnecessary tuneless tripe. The world has shifted! C'mon.
See it if you want a good facsimile of the movie including replicating most scenes & using dialog directly from the movie; strong singing by leads
Don't see it if dull; w/o memorable music or lyrics and w/ good but not incandescent performances, this musical rarely has the magic of the fairy-tale movie
See it if you want to see an excellent vehicle for Orfeh to sing her face off and/or you like 80s power ballads with bad lyrics.
Don't see it if you want to see compelling storytelling that values hitting all the emotional beats to earn every moment along the way.
See it if You love the movie and/or Bryan Adams music and are in the mood for a light, semi-mindless, entertaining show.
Don't see it if You’re sick of middle-of-the-road movie-to-stage adaptations that don’t improve on their source material.
See it if Great costumes & good musicians in the pit; Barks' and her dimples are adorable; Blackwell's opera singing wows the audience.
Don't see it if Poor score & direction; Andy Karl's voice can't handle the vocals/if he doesn't belt he cannot reach the notes; Show lacks energy.
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See it if You just want to compare this staging with the renowned film. You love all typical romantic musicals.
Don't see it if You are looking for something that forces you to think about an issue. This is well-done but basically just fluff.
See it if You like movies being turned into musicals on Broadway. This is a good one. Good story and good music.
Don't see it if You want original musicals that don't come from films.
See it if You liked the movie and believe if it ain’t broke don’t fix it.
Don't see it if You believe a musical is capable of adding something more or prefer impactful acting to songs belting out emotion.
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See it if you like traditional musicals.Set is clever.Show is predictable.Lead is great but belts every song.Nothing original, but it's fun.
Don't see it if you were expecting something significant or moving.From opening scene you can predict the ending, even if you haven't seen the movie.
See it if you loved the movie; this is pretty much a redux, albeit a fun, pretty to look at one, but the performances are strong and compelling.
Don't see it if you're looking for anything particularly original. The book and the costumes are directly lifted & the songs don't stick in one's memory.
See it if you buy the premise of the cinderella story and loved the movie
Don't see it if the movie is what you will ultimately compare the stage production to, it pales by comparison
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See it if If you are a fan of the story and you enjoy musical variety. Good stage adaptation and nice musical and choriografical additions.
Don't see it if You did not like the movie (it is faithful to the story), do not enjoy musicals or would prefer a play which just replayed the movie plot
See it if you want a familiar yet semi-dated tale reframed as a musical, with outstanding performances by Samantha Barks, Orfeh, and Andy Karl.
Don't see it if expecting a duplicate of the cinematic version; uncomfortable with sexuality and prostitution; and / or seeking something deeply provoking.
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See it if See if you are a fan of the film, this is very similar. Andy Karl and Sam Barks were excellent. Lots of glitz..an old fashioned musical.
Don't see it if Do not see if you are not a fan of the film or of Karl & Barks. If you prefer a drama this is not for you.
See it if The show closely follows the movie plot.The show is very entertaining,although predictable.The lyrics and music are good.The cast excels.
Don't see it if You didn't like the story or movie. You won't be disappointed by the talented actors performances. Samantha Barks is a gem!
See it if you enjoy movie to stage transfers that have great leads and songs, is faithful to the movie, but lacks power & punch & leaves you so so.
Don't see it if you really loved the movie and don't want to see a cheap Broadway version with lackluster dancing and a general lack of excitement.
See it if There is no reason for this show to exist in 2019. The plot is sexist and trite. The songs are boring. The hooker with a heart of gold trope
Don't see it if is tired. The staging is uninspired. The cast does its best with woefully uninteresting material. But it's time to let shows like this die.
See it if You love the movie and musicals
Don't see it if you want to see a play.