The Illusionists-Turn of the Century (2016) NYC Reviews and Tickets
Show-Score Member Reviews (75)
See it if you like magic/illusion type shows. It is family friendly and uses audience participation.
Don't see it if you want new or inventive tricks as most of these have been seen before. Even though it's on bwdy, it does not have the feel of a Bwdy show.
See it if You like magic; you don't mind hokey old-timey patter between your illusions; you like comical magic; you want to figure out how they did it
Don't see it if You don't like old classic routines; you don't want to suspend your disbelief briefly. Read more
See it if You like magic shows, or are familiar with America's Got Talent or other magicians.
Don't see it if You are looking for a classic-style Broadway show. Dislike magic shows. Read more
See it if you like magic shows.
Don't see it if you're expecting a plot and story. It's just a magic show.
See it if you enjoy magic.
Don't see it if you want original acts, many "classic" tricks and weak writing.
See it if You enjoy magic shows & magicians. Good for tourists who don't want to see a traditional play or musical.
Don't see it if You are looking to see real theater. It's entertaining for what it is but is more suited for Vegas.
See it if you love seeing magic, or are looking to take kids to a fun show.
Don't see it if you are expecting anything new. This is a great show to take kids to, but isn't anything overly new.
See it if you like magic. This is a Vegas-like magic show, but it feels out of place on Broadway. It's neat and entertaining, but it's far from great.
Don't see it if you hate magic, hate gimmicks, hate shows that feel like they have no place on Broadway (or even in NYC for that matter), or hate fun.