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See it if you enjoy shakespeare in a modern way.

Don't see it if you dislike shakespeare or prefer it "proper"

Also The actors are great. It is such a wonderful place for to see a show. First have a picnic overlooking the hudson river & west point.... Read more Read less

See it if you like meatloaf's music.

Don't see it if you want a great storyline

Also OMG - The voices were excellent, Especially loved "the nurse". She sounded like Cher.

The effects were great.

The problem was the story. Nothing to great.... Read more Read less

See it if you want a fun evening & to see something different than the normal shows. We loved it.

Don't see it if you don't like improv

Also I looked at the reviews here before I went & saw that many people wanted to go back & see it again. I thought that was weird: why see the same show so soon again. But....I kind of want to go back again too. I want to see how different it is with different song titles from the audience!... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see a show that ran for a long long time in NYC. I saw it more than 40 years ago & had to see it again. Singing was great!

Don't see it if you want a full orchestra/broadway experience. Very tiny theater with folding chairs. MInimal set.

See it if you want to see a marriage in the state of flux.

Don't see it if you want a big production, musicial or laugh all the time comedy

Also I thought the show was more about not using technology for a day.

Theater seats are tight!

Acting was very believable... Read more Read less

See it if you want a night out. Plot was good, but some parts were slow-moving

Don't see it if you want great acting. I thought some of the cast overacted & some seemed to forget their lines

Also Theater seats have no leg room.

See it if you want an enjoyable evening of a mixture of great singing & lovely ballet

Don't see it if Ballet isn't your thing or if you are offended by extramarital affairs

Also We enjoyed the show, but it was a bit confusing. Show jumped from acting and singing to ballet frequently. At the end it is clear what was happening, but during the show, not so much.
Female lead had an excellent voice. Male lead was good also, but hard to hear at times.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to be entertained. I loved it. It was funny, sad & so much more.

Don't see it if you do not like gay theme stories.

Also -Seating at the Hayes Theater was tight. We have normal length limbs, yet our knees were pressed against the seat in front.
-Loved his acting, but they guy who played the son, looked too old for 15.
-Great show - Highly recommend!... Read more Read less

See it if you want to leave a theater with a smile on your face. I loved it. Playwright/actor was excellent.

Don't see it if you don't like to be up close to the acting. (no stage)

See it if you like to imagine. One woman show but she was great depicting many characters.

Don't see it if you don't like solo acting shows.

Also I really liked the first half or so, but then got a little bored when she went back to explain what happened to her. It got better at the end again. However, my two companions loved the whole thing.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to be entertained. It takes place in Shakespearean times, but modern plot turns. Excellent singing & dancing.

Don't see it if you are offended by LGBTQ issues.

Also I didn't know what to expect. When the cast first came out in Shakespearean attire & accents, I was like oh no. But after a few minutes I forgot the accents & just enjoyed the show.
The set design was so clever,... Read more Read less

See it if you would like to support the Theater Breaking Through Barriers actors

Don't see it if you don't like political themed shows.

See it if you like listening to others talk about their feelings & want to chime in.

Don't see it if you expect a "regular" show. IMO, this really wasn't a show, just people talking in a bar.

See it if If you are interested in or want to learn about the deaf culture. I never saw the movie so I was eager to see it.

Don't see it if You want flashy sets or or musical.

Also The acting was great. I really enjoyed the 1st act, but it got a bit slow during the 2nd act. It was a bit too long. But I still enjoyed it.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to forget your troubles and escape. It seemed that everyone in the audience had so much fun. Dancing was great.

Don't see it if you are a party pooper

Also The minute you get to the lobby the experience begins. The tropical decor is a very nice touch.

The only bad thing is the $16 drinks. Too much $$$

But we loved the show!... Read more Read less

See it if you like dramas with a little comedy here & there.

Don't see it if you are looking for a really funny comedy or a lively musical.

Also We liked it, but didn't love it. The acting was good, we really enjoyed the scenes with the clowns the most.
The main problem was that the theater was really hot.... Read more Read less

See it if you like an original story

Don't see it if you do not like small cast shows & intimate (tiny) theaters.

Also After seeing the show, my friend & I both liked & disliked it. Not sure why.

Seats were very uncomfortable.... Read more Read less

See it if you like Michael Moore. He is very articulate & great at storytelling.

Don't see it if you are a Trump Lover or if you want a typical broadway show.

Also I am not really political, but I really enjoyed it. It says 90 minutes, but it was about 2 1/2 hours. Time flew. He was very entertaining.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see a fun show and clear your head of all the craziness in the world. Lead actress was really good.

Don't see it if you don't like sexual humor.

See it if you are familiar with Meryl Streep Movies. I knew some of the characters. I wish I watched more of her movies.

Don't see it if You are offended by drag queens or dislike Meryl movies.

Also I went to the first show (episodes 1 +2) & now I HAVE to go back to see episodes 3 + 4) It was really unique!... Read more Read less

See it if you are single or remember being single & the struggles of dating.

Don't see it if you want to see a big production. It doesn't have elaborate song & dance numbers

See it if you like to be entertained. I wasn't so thrilled with the movie, but the Broadway show was excellent!

Don't see it if you don't like talented kids. The cast was great.

See it if Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival at Boscobel is always enjoyable. It is a perfect way to spend a summer evening.

Don't see it if You do not enjoy outdoor theater

Also The acting was excellent. The man who played Cyrano was great! My 15 year old niece enjoyed the show. We love Nance!... Read more Read less

See it if you want an enjoyable night.

Don't see it if You are expecting a Broadway show with moving set pieces & full orchestra

Also I liked the guitar player that occasionally played alone & sang. It reminded me of the band that kept popping up in the movie "Something about Mary", Acting was a bit overacted, but it fit the show. I liked it alot & so did my out of town guest.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to be amazed by puppetry. Watching the puppeteers maneuver Kong was so interesting. HIs face expressions are so good.

Don't see it if you want to leave the theater singing the songs. To me, none of the songs were memorable, however the voices were great.

Also The digital scenery and actual scenery movement was also fantastic.

See it if you want to know the behind the scenes story of Cher (& Sonny)

Don't see it if You don't like Cher or Skimpy costumes

Also I loved the 3 Chers telling the story. The costumes were great!

See it if you are open minded to sexual themes and "simulation".

Don't see it if you are offended by sexual talk & action. 2 instances of brief nudity, so no kids!

Also I really enjoyed it. The simulated sex themes were well done & original.... Read more Read less

See it if you want an enjoyable evening. Actress/co-writer amazed us as she switches from one character to the next without skipping a beat.

Don't see it if you are prudish. Just like the show, sexual topics are brought up.

Also One of my friends wasn't very familiar with the tv show, but still really enjoyed it.... Read more Read less

See it if you enjoy a cocktail or 2 (actually 3). The actors were talented & very interactive.

Don't see it if you are looking for a typical show. This is definitely not the usual, but it is fun!

Also It was a fun afternoon with laughs & some learning. The make your own Bloody Mary bar was a neat idea.... Read more Read less

See it if you like strange campy musicals that are performed well.

Don't see it if you want a typical show in a typical theater seating.

See it if you want a fun afternoon/evening. Old songs are rewritten with new words song by the Zombies.

Don't see it if You want to see a play or musical. This is basically a comedy show with music.

Also Location (Yotel) was cool

See it if you want to be amazed and have an enjoyable evening

Don't see it if you can't deal with not being able to figure out how he does it. I have no idea!

Also My only negative comments are:
-He mostly picked the audience members to participate from one side. (not mine)
-He used some audience members more than once. (Makes his tricks seem sketchy, although they aren't)
Otherwise, we loved it.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see a nice show about office relationships.

Don't see it if you don't want to go into basement.

Also We liked show, but it was a little slow at some points. Actors were good.... Read more Read less

See it if you like political satire

Don't see it if you still love trump and do not want to see him being ridiculed. Also, actors are good, but don't expect to see lookalikes or impersonation

Also We thought it would be funnier than it was. We liked it, but didn't love it.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to have a fun girl;s night out or have ever been in the dating scene.

Don't see it if you don't like 1 person shows. However, at times, the actress played several parts, by having conversations, so it wasn't just a monologue

Also We enjoyed it. The actress definitely gave it her all.

See it if you want to have a nice evening. Actors were great. Voices were amazing.

Don't see it if you want a big splashy musical

Also My friend & I loved it. We both are jewish, but I think anyone who enjoys theater would like it.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see an issue not usually portrayed on the stage that is a well acted comedy/drama.

Don't see it if you want a fast paced/ musical show. Or if you cannot deal with special needs people.

Also I work with the developmentally disabled & was thrilled to see how well the handicap actress has progressed.
Acting was great, all around... Read more Read less

See it if you want ideas of how to improve your relationship or just want an hour of entertainment.

Don't see it if you don't like one woman shows. It's not, but the actress is the main speaker. She was excellent. How did she remember all the lines :-)

Also The playwright was there (doing everything) After the show he told some of us, his process. ( & it was also in the playbill I noticed when I got home) I liked hearing it.... Read more Read less

See it if you like Lisa L, stand-up comedy and have ever dieted.

Don't see it if you don't like monologues or stand up comedy. Or if easily offended by bad language & sexual talk.

Also My friend & I liked the show, but didn't love it. Some of the monologues were a bit boring, others were great.
We had a last minute replacement for one of the performers & we feel she did a fantastic job, stepping in at the last minute.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to have a fun evening out. Actress/Writer was fantastic!

Don't see it if you are offended by sexual situations

See it if you like something out of the ordinary.

Don't see it if You really don't like 1 man shows. ( I usually don't like them, but this was good!) But I wouldn't bring kids.

Also When it first started, I thought I wasn't going to like it. Accent was hard to understand. "Puppet Show" was hard to see. But then...things changed. I won't spoil the surprise.... Read more Read less

See it if You like audience participation. The actors were great chatting with the audience even during intermission.

Don't see it if ..you love Trump. The actors improvise with current topics & there is a lot of Trump bashing. I am not a Trump fan, but it was a bit much.

See it if You are interested in powerful women & want to hear great voices.

Don't see it if You want to leave the theater singing. The songs were not that memorable.

Also I saw it with Patti's understudy. At first we were disappointed we missed seeing a Broadway legend. But understudy was fantastic.... Read more Read less