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See it if you are a big fan of Jake Gyllenhaal.

Don't see it if you are not a big fan of Jake Gyllenhaal.

Also The plays were just OK.... nothing new here. Jake gives a wonderful performance considering the weak material. Wish there was more meat to the bone.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see good classic theater, with an excellent cast, with on the edge of your seat directing.

Don't see it if you like big, splashy, noisy, musicals.

Also The second act was absolutely astounding... riveting! The cast was terrific... I intend to see this again... an amazing experience.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see Beth Leavel give a great performance.

Don't see it if you are expecting to see a great show, it's not.

Also Although there are quite a few funny moments, this show is strictly for tourist with little imagination. I believe the producers were hoping for another Hairspray or Kinky Boots. This show is neither. Why is Broadway producing such mediocre crap? Beth Leavel is the only reason to see this show... but my advice is to save your money, you'll be glad you did.... Read more Read less

See it if you are a big Glenn Close fan.

Don't see it if you are not a big Glenn Close fan. Too bad this is a second-rate play with some third-rate actors... The Public Theater not at its best.

See it if you like the three stars, they're the main reason to see this. Cherry Jones gives her best performance to date.

Don't see it if you can't afford the outrageously expensive ticket prices.

Also This is a good play of the moment. Enjoyable, wish there was more to it... like most things on Broadway, it's appealing to a tourist trade. Broad writing, could have been more.... Read more Read less

See it if you are a big fan of Stockard Channing,

Don't see it if you are not a big fan of Stockard Channing... she's the only thing about this play worth seeing.

See it if you like British humor and a great ensemble of actors... which ends up as an entertaining evening in the theater.

Don't see it if you're not into British humor.

Also My only complaint, is it took a while to get through the accents.

See it if you like small intimate musicals.

Don't see it if you want a full-bloodded production of "Carmen Jones."

Also I wanted to like this more than I did. The cast was terrific. The directing was a bit pedestrian... lacked passion. The lighting should have been more dramatic, not so flat. Had potential to be better.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to have an absorbing theater experience. Great ensemble and great writing.

Don't see it if gay-themed plays are not your thing.

Also Jim Parsons was excellent as Michael. There are a lot of funny moments in this play, but also, a lot of dark ones... veers towards Edward Albee at times, and can get rough. Totally worth seeing.... Read more Read less

See it if you love the music and songs... because now, with the new cast, this is a must!

Don't see it if musicals are not your thing... but maybe you should, this just might change your mind.

Also I saw this almost a year ago with Lauren Ambrose, she was awful. After they announced a new cast, I decided to give it another chance. I'm glad I did. I can't use enough wonderful adjectives to describe Laura Bennati's performance. The show is now 300% better. Danny Bernstein is perfect as Eliza's father. Rosemary Harris gives a great performance as Henry's mother. This should have been the original cast.... Read more Read less

See it if you think Billie Piper can act as well as the critics think.

Don't see it if you want to see a real Lorca play.

Also So what happened? Saw this because of all the great reviews. What for? I don't see what all the hubbub is all about. Couldn't wait for this over-indulgent play to end.... Read more Read less

See it if you value traditional theater and a staging of a forgotten work with very fine acting.

Don't see it if you think something like School of Rock is theater.

Also The Mint does it again. If you've never seen a Mint Theater production... do yourself a favor... this is real theater.... Read more Read less

See it if you do not like big loud noisy musicals, but prefer quiet, intimate plays with music.

Don't see it if small and intimate is not what your looking for.

Also I liked this musical. I wish it had more music with the band, like the last two numbers... It could have been fleshed-out a bit... I wanted a bit more.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to get an authentic glimpse of the 1940s... a Radio play, beautifully presented with wonderful acting. I hope they bring this back.

Don't see it if you do not like small intimate productions, with a big heart.

See it if you enjoy great acting, and period dramas... an evening of subtle beauty.

Don't see it if you can't appreciate a world that moved on a much slower pace.

See it if you want to waste 2 hours of you life because you have nothing better to do.

Don't see it if ... there is no if...just don't go.

Also A mediocre musical from an over-rated composer. This was slightly under 2 hours, but felt like 8. Unmemorable songs...just a dull theater experience.... Read more Read less

See it if you are the world's biggest fan of Kevin Klein.

Don't see it if you want to throw away good money on a mediocre production of a classic play.

Also I was totally disappointed. Kevin Klein is about 15 years too late for this part. He plays the part of an irresisstable actor adored by all. How could this be, he looked too tired and too old for this part. I know this sounds cruel, but I hate wasting good money on bad theater. The only explanation why he received a Tony for this performance, was he probably has many friends in the industry who feel sorry for him.... Read more Read less

See it if you enjoy a theater experience of great acting...and a wonderful forgotten play. The Mint Theater always manages to present great plays.

Don't see it if you do not like period pieces.

See it if you love truly great theater, acting, staging, and writing.

Don't see it if you're looking for fluff.

Also I saw "Little Foxes" with Laura Linney playing Regina and Cynthia Nixon as Birdie. This is one of my favorite theater going experience this season. I was on the edge of my seat for the entire performance. This revival was perfectly cast. Richard Thomas was wonderful as always. The sets and costumes were beautiful. This was theater at its best. I intend to see it again, not to be missed.... Read more Read less

See it if you are a big fan of the playwright, J.B. Priestly, and want to see great acting.

Don't see it if you're looking for something edgy and contemporary.

Also I wanted to like this more than I did. The cast was terrific. I think the production was in the hands of the wrong director. This could have moved at a much brisker pace.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see "good" cutting edge... great acting, and beautiful production.

Don't see it if all you like is commercial theater, like Cats.

Also Bobby Cannavale gave a truly great performance, not to be missed. I would go back to see this. 90 minutes of great theater.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see Glenn Close in one great song, but sit through an otherwise OK musical.

Don't see it if you want a truly transportive experience, love the old movie, and are not a fan of Andrew Lloyd Weber's music.

Also I must say that this version is better than the original production, which is rare in my experience. The second act moves much faster than the first, which seemed a bit leaden. Overall, I thought it was OK... no great shakes.... Read more Read less

See it if you like hip-hop and don't mind by not being able to understand the lyrics.

Don't see it if you prefer musicals from the golden age, and when musicals were considered an art form.

See it if you like classic musicals.

Don't see it if you don't like classic musicals.

Also Light, breezy, pleasant musical... totally entertaining escapist fun.

See it if you want to waste time, or catch up on your sleep.

Don't see it if you think you'll be attending theater.

See it if you are a fan of Ethan Hawke, he's the best thing about this production.

Don't see it if you are not a fan of Ethan Hawke.

Also I saw the original off-broadway production of True West over 37 years ago. That was the best version of this play. The current director just doesn't get it. Paul Dano gives a bland performance. It's all about Ethan Hawke.... Read more Read less

See it if you are a big fan of Tom Stoppard, and you have to see everything he has written.

Don't see it if you are expecting the usual Tom Stoppard Masterpiece, this is not. Some interesting parts. Like a fine unsown suit.

See it if you don't mind sitting through a 3 1/2-hour play, with a violent twist.

Don't see it if you do not like seeing realistic violence.

Also I need time to digest this. The play was definitely riveting, and shocking. More gimmicky than good writing. An emotional whirl-wind. Good, Not great.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see fine acting, and particularly a great performance by Elaine May.

Don't see it if you are looking for something light and fluffy...this play is rough going.

See it if you wish to be put to sleep, enjoy bad writing, and a mediocre supporting cast.

Don't see it if you want intelligent writing... parts were like a bad sitcom.

Also Janet McTeer is one of my favorite actresses... I feel bad she's stuck in this train wreck of a play.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to experience top-notch acting and production of a forgotten gem.

Don't see it if you have no interest in classic theater.

Also I thoroughly enjoyed this play, I intend to see it again... the lead actors were great. The Mint Theater is one of New York's best.... Read more Read less

See it if you are a fan of Tom Stoppard, and intelligent theater.

Don't see it if you just want to sit in a theater and absorb. You'll need to be alert at all times, a lot happens and at a very fast pace.

Also If you haven't read or seen "The Importance of Being Ernest," my advice is that you should before seeing Travesties. There are many references and much of the dialogue is lifted and re-configured in this play.
The cast is top-notch, the acting could not be better. But be warned this is not for the tourist trade.... Read more Read less

See it if you like seeing one-man shows done superbly.

Don't see it if your'e looking for a big noisy musical.

See it if you love theater, and want to have a great theater experience.

Don't see it if you think Wicked is theater.

Also This is truly theater not to be missed...Glenda Jackson is absolutely astounding. I saw the original production and was afraid that this revival wouldn't live up to the original. I was proven wrong, it was better in every way. The production and direction were superb... for me this is Albee's best play. This will walk away with many Tonys.... Read more Read less

See it if you are a huge Mark Rylance fan, otherwise save your money.

Don't see it if you are looking for a stimulating and engaging evening in the theater.

See it if you are a big John Lithgow Fan.

Don't see it if you want a large fleshed-out Broadway Show.

Also I wish the first half story was more engaging. The production was professional and well done. But at the end, I felt under-nourished. Something like this should have been in a smaller venue.... Read more Read less

See it if you have absolutely nothing better to do with your time.

Don't see it if you have seen the original productions highlighted... these new renderings hold just a faint resemblance of the originals.

Also This was torture sitting through... what were they thinking, or not thinking. Some of the cast showed great talent, like Tony Yazbeck (Follies sequence) and Emily Skinner (Ladies Who Lunch). These two numbers are the only two reasons to see this "mess-take."... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see great acting, Laurie Metcalfe gave an unforgettable, totally off the wall performance.

Don't see it if you haven't seen or read a "A Doll's House"... you'd miss the connections.

Also I enjoyed this play immensely. I loved how each character was given time to tell his or her side of the story.. and the fallout from decisions made or created.... Read more Read less

See it if you love dancing... and find Corey Cott the hottest thing on Broadway...which he is!

Don't see it if you have about 7 other shows you are dying to see first.

Also I wanted to like this more, the cast was wonderful... the songs could have been better, maybe mixed in with period songs. The direction could have been better, with a tighter story.... Read more Read less

See it if you want a non-stop laugh riot of two hours. Michael Urie is phenomenal, he can do no wrong. Totally great.

Don't see it if ... I can think of no reason not to see this...go!

See it if you enjoy a wonderful ensemble,great singing...of one of Sondheim's best musicals

Don't see it if you don't like sparse staging.

See it if you have seen most everything and are willing to try something new.

Don't see it if you are disturbed by the subject matter.

Also I wanted to like this more. There is a potential for this show to be greater than it is. It is clearly not ready to be presented. Some of the acting was just OK...the production could have benefitted with better direction. It all came across a bit amateurish. And finally, a new book is needed – way too long to say what it needed to say.... Read more Read less

See it if you have seen everything, and this is the one show you haven't seen.

Don't see it if you do not like Harvey Fierstein

See it if want to have a totally uplifting experience.

Don't see it if you want to take you're children, who happen to be under 12.

Also Andy Karl was stupendous, great voice, great acting... he was really amazing. Also, the directing was quite fresh and very clever.... Read more Read less

See it if you love truly great theater, acting, and great writing. This is one of the must see plays this season.

Don't see it if if you think Cats is theater.

Also Danny De Vito totally surprised me...he gave a great performance. Mark Ruffalo and Tony Shalhoub were outstanding, both gave riveting performances. I definitely intend to see this again. A great night in the theater, my faith has been restored.... Read more Read less

See it if you want a painful theater experience, bad lyrics and mediocre talent.

Don't see it if you have high standards.

See it if you want a great story, terrific songs, and a totally uplifting evening. This is new and edgy, without being self-absorbed or alienating.

Don't see it if you have family members under 12.

See it if you watch it blind folded.

Don't see it if you believe that theater is still an art form.