See it if you want to see a treatise on race relations explained through extremely meta sequences
Don't see it if you can't handle strobes, smoke, or rough language (inc. racial epithets) or do not believe we are all created equal
See it if you want to see three legends explore the nuances of their lives with the help of LSD (and Tony Yazkbek shirtless)
Don't see it if you can't accept a fictional meeting of three great minds or have a problem with hallucinogens
See it if you want to see a classic show with familiar songs and amazing child actors
Don't see it if you are a purist who abhors lyric changes to make everything 'woke' or are looking for a faithful adaptation
See it if you want to see an all-star cast absolutely crush one of Sondheim's best scores in an intimate setting
Don't see it if you have no taste.
See it if you want to see an engrossing story with a powerful plot and fantastic singing
Don't see it if you are offended by showing racism or violence, or if you can't suspend your belief in reality enough to enjoy singing appliances
See it if off-the-beaten-path storylines appeal to you and you don't need everything tied up in a neat little bow
Don't see it if the subject matter is too depressing for you or you expect to leave the theater humming any of the songs
See it if you want to see an adorable mashup of two classic figures in literature portrayed by two first-class actors
Don't see it if you aren't in the holiday spirit or are looking for something substantial
See it if you want to see a master class in acting by both LaChanze and Chuck Cooper
Don't see it if racism triggers you or you are looking for a story that doesn't wander
See it if you want to see one of Sondheim's masterpieces done by an all-star cast at the top of their game
Don't see it if gender-swapped roles aren't your thing. Otherwise, there is NO reason not to see it!
See it if you can appreciate the majesty of phenomenal sets and costumes, or want to have a plain old good time with songs you know and love
Don't see it if paper-thin plots offend you or you aren't a fan of glitz, glamour, and pop music
See it if you are a fan of the movie, want a fun night out with the kids, or want to see the genius that is RobMcClure
Don't see it if silly, slapstick comedy annoys you or you are looking for something meaty or substantial...it's just goofy fun!
See it if you want to see two rock star performances by Heidi & Lauren, plus a show about current topics presented in a non-jukebox musical fashion
Don't see it if you don't like Alanis M's music, or are easily triggered by sensitive topics
See it if you are a Michael Urie fan as he gives a hilarious performance, or if you have ever wondered what a black funeral is like
Don't see it if you are expecting a lot of Norm Lewis in the show or can't sit for 2 hours with no intermission, especially through the slow parts
See it if you want to see a cute show that dissolves like cotton candy from your memory, but with outrageously elaborate costumes
Don't see it if you don't like bubblegum pop/girl bands/girl power singers or expect anything substantial
See it if you like one-person shows with very dark subject matter
Don't see it if you are easily triggered or are not interested in one person's harrowing account of their captivity
See it if you like one-man shows done by a master storyteller.
Don't see it if hearing personal stories from a black boy's life doesn't interest you (like the extremely rude couple in the 4th row who got up and left)
See it if you are interested in a new way of staging a show (actors lip-synching to actual conversations by real people) and complex subject matter
Don't see it if you need the ending tied up neatly in a bow or if you are averse to anti-heroes
See it if you like theater to make you think and reevaluate what you think you know about race relations
Don't see it if foul language or violent situations upset you...could be triggering for some
See it if you are interested in new works that make you think about how we are all interconnected and your place in the world
Don't see it if introspection isn't your thing or you are looking for an overly feel good ending
See it if you like rock music AT ALL (you don't have to be a Talking Heads fan, though it helps) and are just looking for a damn good time!
Don't see it if audience members acting like they are at a rock concert (standing, yelling, singing along) bothers you
See it if you want to see a glimpse into two powerful historical figures whose stories are almost parallel to what is happening in politics today
Don't see it if you are scared of watching history repeat itself or are offended by stereotypes of the times
See it if you want to see a rarely presented piece with surprisingly hefty undertones
Don't see it if a weak leading man will dull your enjoyment or you expect to walk out singing the songs
See it if you are a Duncan Sheik fan or want to see a true representation of the swinging 70s
Don't see it if the sexual revolution will offend you or you expect to be engrossed the entire time
See it if you want to hear Andrew Lloyd Webber's most famous songs with no sets and very little costumes in a concert-like setting
Don't see it if revues are not your thing or you find Sir Webber's self-indulgent interruptions irritating
See it if you want to see a classic reimagined as a statement on the patriarchy with a dash of humour thrown in
Don't see it if you want a faithful adaptation of the novel or do not agree with gender-bending roles
See it if you want to see 90 minutes of chuckle-worthy material with lots of inside jokes
Don't see it if you are not a huge theatre-goer as many jokes will not make sense, or if you are looking for belly laughs
See it if you want to see first-class acting in a one-woman tour de force
Don't see it if 90 minutes of a monologue with no intermission is too much for you to handle or stay awake through (especially if you are seated onstage)
See it if you want to see a fresh take on a story you know by heart with a bunch of new and exciting performers
Don't see it if you are looking for something substantive or anything more than a genuinely good time
See it if you are a Joey McIntyre fan and are not expecting a standard staging of a Shakespearean treasure
Don't see it if 2 hours and 45 minutes of the Bard is too much for you to handle
See it if you love the all-star cast and can keep your eye out for some clever easter eggs. The cast is truly top-notch.
Don't see it if you want to see a show that is consistently good. When it is good it is very good but when it isn't...ICK! Needs to be cut down to 90 min.
See it if you want to see top-notch acting all around with a riveting plot that will keep you entranced
Don't see it if racism, gunshots, or the n-word trigger you. Otherwise, there is no reason to miss this show.
See it if you want to see a poignant and timely expression of the frustrations HIV-positive black men face
Don't see it if difficult subjects or nudity bother you or you are triggered by mentions of suicide
See it if you like Amy Schumer's type of comedy and don't mind an entire monologue consisting of sex jokes
Don't see it if overlong tangents and the feeling of an SNL skit that went on 20 minutes too long will annoy you
See it if you are a Horton Foote fan and want to see some truly magnificent acting by Aidan Quinn
Don't see it if you don't like unresolved plot points and ambiguous endings
See it if you like your comedy and tragedy in equal parts and can follow non-linear narratives
Don't see it if unfinished stories are not to your liking or you get confused by actors playing multiple parts
See it if you want to see a thriller that takes several unexpected turns
Don't see it if hokey endings are a problem for you or complete darkness triggers you
See it if you are a fan of the comedic genius of Christian Borle or the lyrical genius of Alan Menken
Don't see it if you love the song "Somewhere That's Green" as Tammy Blanchard does not do it justice
See it if you want to see a tour de force of both writing and acting
Don't see it if you can't follow jumping between characters or can't sit through almost two hours without an intermission
See it if you are a Shakespeare fan as well as a John Doyle fan
Don't see it if stripped down, bare-bones productions are not to your liking, or if you can't sit through 100 minutes with no intermission
See it if you want to see a cotton candy show - cute, enjoyable, but not particularly memorable
Don't see it if you are expecting the Disney version with those songs...or if too much sweetness grates on your nerves
See it if you want to hear one of the greatest scores in musical theatre sung by soon to be big stars
Don't see it if you don't like stripped down, concert versions of shows, or Andrew Lloyd Webber
See it if you are an Iconis fan, want to see several stars in the making, or want to get some super catchy tunes stuck in your head
Don't see it if you don't like 60s cult films, you can't skip over a few slow points, or are put off by an all-girl (well, 95%) cast
See it if you want to see a word for word depiction of a moment in our history that has been swept under the rug
Don't see it if as it is a verbatim performance of the transcript, if you can't handle lots of 'um's and other trivialities it may frustrate you
See it if you like psychological thrillers with several twists and turns
Don't see it if you are looking for everything to be wrapped up in a neat little bow at the end
See it if you like throwbacks to a simpler time and want to see an adorable cast of up and comers
Don't see it if flashbacks bother you or you are looking for a particularly memorable score
See it if you want to familiarize (or reintroduce) yourself with a classic composer who was edgier than you would imagine
Don't see it if you are expecting to hear his standards other than in a medley or are looking for something more modern
See it if you want to see how Baby Frances Gumm became Judy Garland and all she had to go through to get there
Don't see it if you are looking for a Wizard of Oz rehash...there are ruby slippers and some references to it but that's all
See it if you want to see the absorbing, utterly phenomenal revelation that is Joshua Henry in a musical filled w/ songs that grab you & won't let go
Don't see it if you have a problem with an irredeemable villain having so much solo time or you can't put all your attention into 90 minutes of brilliance
See it if you want to see good, albeit unknown, actors for a reasonable price
Don't see it if you are expecting the standard telling of the story
See it if you've never been behind the scenes at a busy restaurant or you are a Raul Esparza fan
Don't see it if you expect a resolution at the end or are looking for a meaningful plot