Angela 26

See it if you enjoy contemporary musicals. I found it to be very enjoyable and informative. It was an eye-opener for me.

Don't see it if you don't like musicals, as it's obviously a musical. If seeing something about 9/11 will bother you.

See it if you enjoy very clever parody songs with good singing. If you love or hated Love Actually, I think you'll like it.

Don't see it if you don't appreciate parodies or have never heard of Love Actually.

Also It was a fun, frenetic show and the imitations were spot on. The sound should have been much better; it hurt my ears in some spots. The singing was good, however, especially Joyah Spangler. The lighting needed some work also. It was blinding at times. Unfortunately, you missed out on parts of the show if you were sitting on the side. It's a shame that these parts of the staging, lighting and sound made this less than wonderful.... Read more Read less

See it if You enjoy a good show with excellent singing, good acting and wonderful costumes.

Don't see it if You don't like a woman-centric show or musicals.

See it if you want a funny show with very interesting characters.

Don't see it if you have no sense of humor or don't care for farce.

Also I really enjoyed this show which had a lot of laughs. I thought the strobe light sequence was not only clever but very funny. Yes, the characters were somewhat cliched but that's the point of this piece. The acting, with the exception of the bridezilla character, was good. I think her missteps were due to poor directing. There were enough laughs to keep me entertained although the play could have been a little shorter. Also, the music before the show and during the intermission was beyond annoying as it was so repetitive; more than one fellow theatergoer mentioned it within earshot.... Read more Read less

See it if you're in the mood for a thought-provoking, heavy show.

Don't see it if you want to see a light-hearted, happy show.

Also The show is very good although a bit self-indulgent. It is a very heavy subject but still easy to watch.... Read more Read less

See it if The singing was wonderful and the players were a real treat. It's a nice piece of theater that withstands its age.

Don't see it if If you don't like musicals or don't like a simple, sweet story -- stay away.

See it if You enjoy eavesdropping on a family's life.

Don't see it if You want a frothy, light show in which you don't have to think.

Also I enjoyed this show especially the twist that provoked audible gasps from the audience. You'll be privy to a lot of secrets. The Mass. accents aren't perfect but they're not too distracting. Be prepared for a lot of yelling when you attend.... Read more Read less

See it if you like well-written, well-acted shows. If you enjoy a serious play with some humerous overtones.

Don't see it if you want to see a fluffy show where you don't need to think.

Also This was a great show and Bryan Cranston needs to make room for another Tony. All the acting was phenomenal and the stage setting is so unusual yet absorbing. The direction was good and there is never a moment where you'll be looking at your watch. I'm glad I didn't remember the movie too much so I was surprised at the ending. Paddy Chayefsky's story is so surprisingly prescient and so on the mark for its depiction of today's newscasts. Bravo to the entire cast. I prefer to see musicals, mainly, but I'm so glad I got to see this. Go see it before its run is over.... Read more Read less

See it if you grew up with Gloria or you didn't. You enjoy thought-provoking dialog. You want to know more about Ms. Steinem.

Don't see it if You have no interest in feminism. You don't like one (almost) -woman shows.

Also This show made me want to meet Gloria Steinem and thank her for all she's done. Even though I grew up in those times (albeit a teenager), there were some things I didn't know about. If you have any intellectual curiosity, want to learn more about the women's movement or just want to have your consciousness raised, you must see this play. The acting is superb and I could've stayed for another hour. Christine Lahti is a gem in this role. Another plus: comfortable seats in a most pleasant setting. Your tushie won't be squished and you'll leave with your legs fully functional. There is leg room!... Read more Read less

See it if you want an absorbing story line with good acting, great singing and a wonderful book. I didn't think it would be this good; it was.

Don't see it if you want a flashy, contemporary musical. This is a thought-provoking show with memorable songs. It'll make you think.

See it if you enjoy stories of Hollywood and NY back in the 50s-60s. Renee Taylor looks great in her sequined gown. Wish the show was longer.

Don't see it if you don't know who Renee Taylor is or you don't like one-woman shows.

See it if You'd enjoy an absorbing show about Van Gogh's life told by Van Gogh himself. I just wish it were longer than an hour.

Don't see it if You don't like one-man shows or don't have a clue who Van Gogh was. (Shame!)

See it if You like shows that move at a slower pace.

Don't see it if You like shows that have a quicker pace and make sense.

See it if You enjoy thought-provoking historical drama.

Don't see it if You have no interest in history or what helped shaped this city's unions and fire codes .

Also I loved this show! The acting is superb, costumes are spot-on and everything worked seamlessly. It is an historical, somewhat fictionalized, story of the Triangle Shirtwaist fire. The accents of the Jewish, Italian, and Irish workers were beautifully done. The story flowed wonderfully thanks to the sharp writing and the staging was very clever. Kudos to the director. Jay Russell, as the shop owner, played the villain and was so good that I wanted to hit him. Promise I won't though. :) Seriously, go see this show; you won't be disappointed. I will be looking forward to more of this company's productions. One complaint: why is it referred to as the "Triangle Waist Company" in the handout? It's a waistshirt.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see great acting, an interesting story and a slice of life of Brooklyn 1960.

Don't see it if You like a play with a little more action.

Also It was an interesting, if slow-moving, story. A little disappointed in the stereotyping even if it was 1960. There were too many tangents going on so you may get a little lost as the couple next to me was. Great special effect that had everyone -- and I do mean everyone -- jumping out of their seats. Got my heart racing for about 20 seconds and I don't scare easily. I would recommend this show even though the second act seemed to drag a bit.... Read more Read less

See it if You enjoy watching an underrepresented group -- women over 50. You like a light, fluffy show.

Don't see it if You expect memorable songs. You have no interest in the subject matter: an older, rich woman suddenly widowed.

Also I was a little disappointed in this show. The premise is good but the execution is not. Other people seemed to laugh more that I did but, all in all, it's not a show I would recommend. The lead, Miss Opel, is very good and the rest of the cast do a fine job but the songs aren't memorable and the action is too predictable. See it but don't set your expectations too high. I guess it helps to have connections in the theater world to get your show produced.... Read more Read less

See it if You love Cole Porter and want to see an old show of his with some of his lesser-known songs.

Don't see it if You dislike musicals especially unknown ones.

Also The show was good but a little dated. I also felt that the book was weak. The part that was originally played by Jimmy Durante felt out of place. The singing and dancing, however, was excellent and well-worth seeing. That's what saved the show for me.... Read more Read less

See it if You like pretentious writing.

Don't see it if You like interesting theater or plays with a plot.

See it if You enjoy good singing and great lyrics.

Don't see it if You have no attention span.

See it if You enjoy good singing and good staging.

Don't see it if You absolutely hate musicals.