Eileen 4

See it if You are curious to see the show that everyone is talking about. Love the gorgeous music by Leonard Bernstein.

Don't see it if You have seen the movie 10, 20 or more times and feel like nothing can compare. You don’t want to see a rape scene. (Who does?)

Also I love being entertained and cry easily. Nothing in the show made my cry. I sob every time I see the film. On the plus side, the performers gave it their all. There was some excellent singing and dancing. AMERICA was spectacular! The actress who played Anita was wonderful. The thing I disliked the most was the giant screen (several stories high) in the back of the stage and no set! Not a fire escape in sight. The performers were often upstage and you saw their images on the screen. I went to see a Broadway Show, not a movie. I tried hard to not look at the screen, but sometimes it was unavoidable.... Read more Read less

See it if If you are a New Orleans fan, interested in the history of jazz and enjoy the opportunity for audience participation.

Don't see it if If you don’t enjoy standing throughout the show and don’t like immersive theatre.

Also The show was fun, but was extremely frustrating at the beginning. I arrived early enough to use the restroom prior to the performance. Upon arrival, I was told that that the show was instead at 52nd and 11th. No other info. I rushed to the corner, couldn’t find a theater or any other audience members. Just before the show was to start, another audience member arrived said that they heard it was starting in the park. I ran to use the restroom in the park, passing the cast in a second line on the way. My friend then texted me and said that they were going back to the original theater! I am very disappointed that the instructions weren’t clear, as I love a second line and wish I got to participate. Once I was in the theater, I was able to let go and enjoy the show and not dwell on the poor organization of the house staff.... Read more Read less

See it if You enjoy fun and quirky musicals, that responsibily address mental illness.

Don't see it if You aren't a fan of musicals that make you think or believe that a musical must have big dance numbers.

Also The singing was beautiful and nuanced. The set was very clever. Bryce Pinkham was a standout!... Read more Read less

See it if LOVE having fun at the theater and enjoy a toe tapping musical that makes you want to get up and dance!

Don't see it if you are narrow minded or only like classic musicals.

See it if you are a huge fans of Broadway legends Patti LuPone and Christine Ebersole. The costumes and scenery were delightful.

Don't see it if you are hoping to see a lot of direct drama and interaction between LuPone and Ebersole like Davis and Crawford in Feud.

See it if If love EXCELLENT theatre and are interested in history. Especially if you are LGBTQ and/or Jewish or love someone that is.

Don't see it if you only like fluffy Broadway productions.

See it if You already love the music and story of FIDDLER ON THE ROOF or if you want to see the best version of this beloved musical.

Don't see it if You don't like musicals and have no interest in the history of the Jewish people.

Also I was apprehensive about seeing the show in Yiddish. I know maybe two or three dozen words or phrases, but that is it. They did an excellent job of projecting the translation on the stage, so it is easily accessible, but not distracting. Though the musical is so close to the film, I probably didn't even need the translation. Now that I have seen the show in Yiddish, English will never do justice. The set is minimalist, but works well. The lighting is fantastic. Jackie Hoffman as Yente is a special treat!... Read more Read less

See it if Love classic Broadyway Shows (Big dance numbers, power ballads, great story and lots of comic relief) with a modern twist.

Don't see it if Believe that people who are LGBTQ don't deserve the same rights as cisgender straight people.

Also I went into the show thinking that I would be entertained, but had no idea how much I would be moved.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to learn about the second wave of feminism and connecting with people who are passionate about fighting for women's rights today.

Don't see it if If you are hostile toward feminism and current movements like #MeToo and #BelieveSurvivors.

See it if love great acting and a cleverly crafted story.

Don't see it if you aren't a fan of one-act plays or period pieces.

See it if absolutely adore an old-fashioned Big Broadway Musical with breathtaking production value!

Don't see it if honestly, I can't think of a reason why not.