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See it if You enjoy one actor plays that are well written, sometimes humorous & enjoy old Jewish humor.

Don't see it if You can’t sit for 90 minutes without an intermission or are bored by no set changes for an entire play.

Also The play is 90 minutes with no intermission. Seats weren’t particularly comfortable in this small theatre & your view of the stage could be blocked by a tall person sitting in front of you. But the actor is excellent & he projects many emotions & loved that he breaks the fourth wall & reaches out to the audience to make us feel his joy or pain.... Read more Read less

See it if You appreciate seeing a more authentic production of “Fiddler” than the English version expertly conceived & directed by Joel Grey, et al.

Don't see it if There are supertitles projected on 2 screens at the sides in Eng & Russian which take away at times from seeing some of the action on stage.

Also This production is fabulous with 27 very talented actors/singers/dancers who were chosen from about 700 who auditioned! Most of the cast doesn’t speak Yiddish but they mastered the nuances of the language in record time.
The orchestra plays in the rear of the stage (partially hidden) & you can see the conductor.
The choreography is superb & pays homage to the original with some interesting additions especially during the wedding & bottles dance. The sets are minimal but doesn’t matter for this intimate production. Some lyrics are different in the songs because this is based on the Hebrew version that was done in Israel 50 years ago. If you understand even some Yiddish you will laugh a lot & will evoke wonderful memories if anyone in your family spoke Yiddish when you were growing up!... Read more Read less

See it if You like a musical production with songs by Alan J. Lerner/Burton Lane in an intimate setting with a talented cast.

Don't see it if You only enjoy big lavish musicals.

Also I was pleasantly surprised by this production & the musicians were superb! Who woulda guessed there’d be a harpist?! Melissa Errico is a delightful singer/actress.... Read more Read less

See it if This new production is visually stunning & presents Eliza as an empowered woman who overcomes more than learning to speak proper English.

Don't see it if There’s absolutely no reason to pass up seeing it!

Also I liked sitting in the second row in the Loge where you look down at the stage & even see the strike markings. The rotating set & stage were brilliantly conceived & utilized. Lauren is such a talented singer/actress & her deliberately slow enunciation in “the rain in Spain” scene is perfect! In the Ascot scenes you felt like you were at the race hearing the horses passing by - great placement of speakers in the theatre. Higgins played his part well but he dissed Eliza too much & didn’t deserve her, so the ending was fitting after all.... Read more Read less

See it if You appreciate a timely/emotional story with great songs & a finely knit ensemble. Taylor is fabulous & deserves all accolades!

Don't see it if No reason not to see the Tony Award winning production!

Also I saw Taylor Trensch perform on February 7 & spoke to him after the show. He told me it was his 6th perf (I thought it was his first) & I was delighted to hear him in a singing role (I’d seen him in A Curious Incident). He more than filled Ben’s shoes!... Read more Read less

See it if You saw the movie about Farinelli & even if you didn’t. The play by Mr. Rylance’s wife & Mr. Rylance’s portrayal are brilliant!

Don't see it if You can’t appreciate a countertenor’s voice or don’t like Baroque music. Your loss!

Also Kudos to Sam Crane (Farinelli) & Melody Grove (Isabella) who acted beautifully. The sets & costumes reflect the setting perfectly & Iesyn’s voice (Farinelli) is out of this world!😀👏🎶... Read more Read less

See it if You love Uma Thurman & an excellent supporting cast (including Josh Lucas & Phillipa Soo). This play is VERY contemporary & edgy.

Don't see it if You are offended by cursing, support Trump, are sensitive about marital infidelity, or can’t sit through a play with no intermission.

See it if You enjoy musicals that have a theme, are timely, & a realistic story to convey featuring an exceptionally talented young boy!

Don't see it if Gang violence bothers you

Also I'm very glad my friend asked me to see this show with her. I was so impressed with Jonah Mussolino who played young Calogero & Nick Cordero as Sonny was superb (I'd seen him in Waitress).... Read more Read less

See it if You enjoy a historically based story, well acted & sung with amazing sets & fused beautifully with projections.

Don't see it if You expect a sad ending or you're ignorant of Russian history.

Also I was so happy I saw this musical even though it was snubbed at the Tony's this year. I loved the music - especially Chrisy singing "Journey to the Past" & was in awe of the set changes & video projections. The interpolated ballet was nice too in the second act.... Read more Read less

See it if You appreciate a well written & conceived play within a play, skillfully staged & acted with klezmer & Yiddish songs.

Don't see it if You're a devout Orthodox Jew because of the relationships between the women & the rabbi's illicit profession will be disturbing to you.

Also Don't sit in the balcony for this play because you will not be able to see the projections which are important to following the story. The rows of overhead lights block your view. Orchestra & mezzanine should be fine.... Read more Read less

See it if You appreciate a well written play with humor, relevancy, & wonderful acting.

Don't see it if You expect glitzy staging, music, & dancing - you won't find it here!

See it if You appreciate seeing legendary singer/actresses perform together in a well written musical based on two titans in the cosmetic industry.

Don't see it if You've never worn makeup - (just kidding) or can't appreciate successful women in the corporate world!

Also I think the song lyrics are brilliant & the music is stylistically varied & well conceived. There is a lot of humor in this show & the costumes, sets, staging & lighting contributed to this marvelous production.... Read more Read less

See it if You enjoy & appreciate Gloria Estefan's talent & life story.

Don't see it if You don't like her songs

Also This musical exudes happiness with so many talented singers/dancers & you can't resist wanting to join in singing along. It pulled at your heartstrings watching how she overcame her injuries & survived such a horrible accident. Music is so powerful!... Read more Read less

See it if You appreciate the amazing costumes, staging, music & visual effects of this heartwarming story.

Don't see it if You're just a movie buff.

Also Sitting on the aisle in the orchestra was a great place to see this show because characters came down the aisles.... Read more Read less

See it if You enjoy disco music, want to learn & appreciate the trials & tribulations she had to endure, supported by great visuals, singing & dancing

Don't see it if No reason not to see it but if you sit past the first 10 rows or so, your sight line will be impaired by the balcony overhang.

Also I did not know much about Donna’s personal life before today, but her story kept me riveted as the show progressed & got better & better especially because LaChanze portrayed Donna magnificently - both personally & musically. I would have rather sat upstairs at this matinee - also too many seniors getting there late & getting up from their seats during the show where I sat - orchestra right. Lots of fans sat in the balcony & cheered!... Read more Read less

See it if You love Jessie Mueller, Renee Fleming & Josh Henry perform this wonderful R&H musical & don’t mind shedding a few tears in the process.

Don't see it if No reason not to see it!

Also The choreography for this show is magical & Mr. Peck absolutely deserved the Tony Award this year. I’m a big fan of Renee & thought she crossed over very well in this role. I was surprised she didn’t speak with a New England accent as the other female characters did nicely.
Joshua sang & acted so well but I felt Jessie was much better in “Beautiful”.
The chemistry between them wasn’t as strong as it could have been in my opinion. Lindsay Mendez was excellent as Carrie & deserved her Best Supporting Actress Tony Award.... Read more Read less

See it if You like Susan Stroman & her signature puppetry effectively fused with ballet, Kander’s music & a well acted love story (in flashback).

Don't see it if You prefer big musical extravaganzas or can’t sit for 1 3/4 hours without intermission.

Also I really enjoyed this play & the intimate theatre experience. See it before next weekend when it is closing!!... Read more Read less

See it if You like Albee’s plays & want to experience an outstanding performance by Glenda Jackson who knocks it out of the park as “A”.

Don't see it if You can’t sit for 1 3/4 hours without an intermission.

Also This play, though written around 1991, is timeless & obviously was cathartic for the playwright. It is serious with a message but also very funny - especially in Act 1. Metcalf was good but sounded/acted a lot like her character in A Doll’s House Part 2. I enjoyed going to Sardi’s afterwards & met 2 other Show-Score aficionados.... Read more Read less

See it if You resonate with women who have been abused/repressed in their lives & careers who have persevered against the odds with a happy ending.

Don't see it if You don’t like one-person autobiographical shows - but Terri’s story is well worth hearing.

Also I was surprised that last night was the first performance in a very small venue. Terri converses with her audience before & after her show.You’ll also learn a bit about the game as you empathize with her. The script is well conceived & written! Brava!... Read more Read less

See it if You saw the movie & are a fan of Katrina. The music & musicians are excellent!

Don't see it if You expect to see a big production with lavish sets, costumes, etc. Or if you must have an intermission- there isn’t any.

Also The pacing of the show was on the slow side in several scenes & didn’t hold my attention. I liked the use of rotation in different directions at times on the stage which was effective. The musicians were first-rate & Katrina’s singing, acting & timing was superb!... Read more Read less

See it if You love Bette & David who make the show so delightful even if you previously saw Carol or Pearl playing Dolly.

Don't see it if Absolutely no reason not to see this performance! Over $19M in presales speaks for itself!

Also I was so glad I brought my opera glasses (binoculars) since I sat in the mezzanine & watched Bette closeup. Her facial expressions, acting & timing are impeccable! The chorus' singing & dancing were wonderful & oh those costumes! I was disappointed Bette didn't come out by the stage door but David did & he signed autographs. I guess she's just too big a star or just too exhausted at 71!... Read more Read less

See it if You appreciate great singing, bluegrass music, talented musicians who sing also & inventive staging & lighting.

Don't see it if Seeing people in coffins upsets you.

Also I enjoyed & appreciated this musical play & couldnt help drawing a comparison to "Come From Away" even if the latter I loved a lot more - but those Canadians have so much to offer!... Read more Read less

See it if You love Kevin Kline & a wonderfully talented supporting cast who will make you laugh & you enjoy jazz music (& L.V.B's Pathetique Sonata!)

Don't see it if No reason not to see this play!

See it if You want to see Glenn Close - a consumate actress & singer as Norma Desmond - the role in which she deservedly won a Tony Award.

Don't see it if I can't think of any reasons not to see this musical! The older actors & actresses rule Broadway this season.

Also I was very impressed with Loyd Webber's music for this show performed by a large orchestra on stage. Even though they occupied half the stage, the director & choreographer did a great job utilizing the space & different levels which was very effective. The sound was exceptionally clear & the old movie projections were perfect for this show. The supporting cast was terrific as well!... Read more Read less

See it if You love the musicals & minimalism at its best! Saw it with the FDNY families 3 days before it opened & we all gave the cast a SO!!

Don't see it if No reason in the world not to see this show!

See it if You love Carole's music & want to see her life story & be entertained!

Don't see it if You can't mouth the words to any of her songs.

Also I saw Beautiful with the original cast & absolutely loved the singing, dancing, & especially Jessie Mueller's performance. You'd swear she was playing the piano - she personified Carole - & when I talked to her after the show, she was very sweet & gracious. So naturally I went to see her perform in Waitress & she didn't disappoint, but I liked her more in this musical.... Read more Read less

See it if You appreciate a true story about Canadians who were hospitable to foreigners who landed in Newfoundland on 9/11. Great cast & music!

Don't see it if No reason not to see it but there's no intermission so if you have a kidney issue it will be a problem.

Also I believe this show will rival Hamilton & I loved Hamilton. I predict many Tony nominations. I was fortunate to have seen it before the opening Saturday (tonight).... Read more Read less