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See it if You love intense fast paced clever FANTASTIC acting with some great laughs! You want to see the story of Jekyl and Hyde.

Don't see it if you're looking for a musical or big scenery. you mind some raunchyness and debauchery!

Also Burt and Anna who co-wrote this production were fantastic as the 2 sole actors playing MANY roles.
Burt did the heavy lifting and changing of props and scenery while Anna did so many role changes I was spinning. I was tired for them both! They were fantastic, energetic and incredibly talented to run all over the stage changing and morphing in a matter of seconds in front of our eyes but so cleverly done in this simple production. A wonderful telling of a classic tale and done creatively imaginatively with so little props and scenery. INCREDIBLY CLEVER AND GREAT!... Read more Read less

See it if You love the absolutely fantastic score of musical gems that came out of this show! You like to support Community Theater

Don't see it if You mind sound issues and feedback You are looking for a professional

Also This is truly Community Theater and was a fun show but there are so many sound issues in the theater and you're really just in an auditorium with seats. However I will say that we used this show as an opportunity to go out to a restaurant in Harlem and see a little bit of Harlem and truly enjoy the evening.... Read more Read less

See it if you enjoy seeing a beautiful play & score ruined with screechy singing, angry acting, a well lit theater with a stark stage & you need sleep

Don't see it if you liked the original Oklahoma you loved Shirley Jone's voice as she cooed the lyrics of the song you were hoping for romance & costumes

Also NO!klahoma -Stop the bleeding now
It pains me to review this as it pained me to watch.This bears no resemblance to the Oklahoma we knew. New it is & angry, I suppose like our times. Mary Testa (Aunt Eller) was tasked with screeching out Rodgers & Hammerstein classics (ouch). A mis-cast Laurey (Rebecca Naomi Jones) alternated from awkward disinterest to nasty anger as her voice shook & shuttled like the Surrey with The Fringe on top which we only hoped would have come to take her away. Shirley Jones put your earplugs in. Having the lights on for half the show distracted the audience from the carnage that was happening onstage. We were forced to watch one another fall asleep & enviously eyed those lucky aisle seat holders who slipped out. Turn the lights off.
The NYT called this Thrilling & Audacious. I agree with them that the Haze on the meadow is OMINOUS - BUT there's NOTHING funny about this show.
Turn it into a show like “Once” & it’s a winner. Now its just RUINED.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see Bryan Cranston completely TRANSFORM into newscaster Howard Beale you want to see a show that's relevant to current times

Don't see it if you mind swearing, sex, crass talk and ranting you just don't like a fabulous show! truly i can't find a reason NOT to see

Also I am hard pressed to give anything but Hamilton, the original Les Mis, Wicked, Cats, & the like a score of 100, simply because dramas lack the longevity of the big musicals. So I rated this a 96. My drama 96 = a musical 100.

I ADORED this. Bryan Cranston absolutely BECOMES Howard Beale - they are one and the same. The intensity of his face, the movements of his body, everything about him is perfection!

The sex scene rivals actually maybe surpasses When Harry Met Sally! What looks like the start of fellatio quickly turns into sex right in front of our eyes onstage including an orgasm that made me gasp with joy! (this all without ever exposing a body part - brilliant staging and acting)

It made me THINK. It made me FEEL, it made me want to go to more shows. I was mezmerized & transported out of my life right into Howards world. Sit close, sit center, Sit real close if you can & breathe it in. Cranston is magnificent! Took my breath away. 3rd row center orch. Want to see it again.... Read more Read less

See it if you love Motown and music from this genre you love great singing and dancing you want to hear the back story of the temptations & Motown

Don't see it if you are looking for something deep you are looking for a lot of show stopping acts

Also I tend to skew high on my scores. This one I gave a lukewarm 80 with big hopes that they fix it up. Great POTENTIAL. Great voices and dancing, interesting story line, BUT.. they need at least 3 showstopping acts! Right now the only big 5 minutes is right at the end. Everyone tries to be Abba get the audience on their feet. This show does that but ONLY at the end. Really needed more pizzaz. The staging is that barren stark staging trying to highlight the singers, it kept me wanting more. I felt like something was lacking, dead a little flat. Also the sad parts of the story went on for too long and kind of put a damper on the show. Tell it and move on quickly to the happy moments for this type of show. With all of those negatives we still really enjoyed the music dancing and were singing along with the songs. I think they can get it to a 90. They need a lot to come close to Jersey Boys sparkle!... Read more Read less

See it if you have ever felt left out you are a parent you are a child you want to FEEL you love great music & fantastic staging you love a GREAT show

Don't see it if honesly i can't imagine anyone NOT liking this show .. i cannot find any reason not to see it! ALL age groups!

See it if you love seeing actors at their art you like Sam Shepard plays you like these two actors and want to see them at their best you like 2 think

Don't see it if you want to see reality you don't like swearing and vulgarity you like a concrete ending at the end of a show

Also The first half of the show is a little slow, but whatever seems to be lacking before intermission is made up in the second half. The actors and activities draw you in and keep you fully involved. Wonderful job staging, changing scenes. I'd hate to have to clean that mess up after every show!... Read more Read less

See it if you like Kurt Vonnegut works! You love spectacular and intense acting. If you like an intimate theater and dark humor.

Don't see it if you dislike cussing, spitting and crassness. if you're looking for a light easy show or a musical.

Also I found the show to be somewhat upsetting throughout and cringed many times, although i was completely absorbed and thoroughly enjoyed the show. Jason Oconnell was spectacular as Harold Ryan and upsetting all at the same time. In spite of my discomfort, I loved the show!... Read more Read less

See it if you loved the movie you love romance you like great singing you just want a light evening of entertainment you like a feel good show!

Don't see it if your expectations are too high you are expecting julia roberts and richard gere to come alive on stage you're looking for something deep!

Also I am not sure why the critics reviewed the show so badly. It was adorable and fun with great singing. I agree that the love between the 2 characters was not well enough developed, but the singing was great, and it was very well staged. We were completely entertained and enjoyed the show greatly. That said it would not be my FIRST pick for a show, but if you've seen a lot of shows, then put this on the list for an easy entertaining evening.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to be drawn into a story line you like any kind of pool billiards or games you enjoy british humor (and even if you don't!)

Don't see it if you are expecting to see a ton of pool shots you are looking for a musical you lack patience with dialog and need a lot of action

Also I bought these tix last minute on a whim. We have a pool table and I thought it would be fun. I was stunned at how great the play was. I thought there would be a lot of pool shots, but truly it was mostly entertaining dialog, interesting and amusing characters, and a super fun plot that drew me in completely and made me forget the outside world! We loved the British Commentators who were commenting on the snooker games - they were HILARIOUS! (We are not british but completely enjoyed the show!) I'd see it a second time if a friend wanted to go.... Read more Read less

See it if you love Disco, if you love Donna Summer! If you love Broadway musicals! If you enjoy seeing a show that COULD be GREAT!

Don't see it if if you do not like musicals, and if you are easily annoyed by a show that has great potential but management won't listen to common sense

Also This show has SUCH great potential. There are 3 great songs and the rest are lost in the dust. Reduce the THREE donna summer stars to one, and for gods sake don' thave the young donna summer play the daughter as well. That is ridiculous and confusing. replace all of the women pretending to be men withe REAL MEN. And take the 3 leads and boil them down to one. Let the other 2 be cameo's. Fixed & done. This show has HUGE potential and right now is wasted. See it but you can't love it. Enjoy the 3 good songs. One at the beginning 2 at the end. Nap in between.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see a beautiful classic show in an elegant venue. Staging is spectacular, acting wonderful.

Don't see it if You're looking for Rex Harrisson and Julie Andrews.

See it if You want some good clean fun and want some original great music! If you're out with the girls!

Don't see it if you're looking for something edgy or intense.

See it if You like a drama, if you like to think, if you like great acting

Don't see it if You're expecting some kind of Broadway musical because the title is band's visit.

See it if You love The Grateful Dead and their music, if you just love music, if you like a great Off Broadway show. If you want to have fun!

Don't see it if You're looking for a traditional Broadway experience

See it if You love a classic feel-good show with epic numbers that will make you stand up and applaud.

Don't see it if You don't like musicals. Honestly though I can't find reason not to see this show.

See it if you love Arthur Miller you love GREAT Acting & don't mind minimal off broadway productions you love a great drama you want 2 be transported

Don't see it if you're looking for something like you mind a 3 hr production you want a light hearted show or musical you mind a bare bones production

Also If this were broadway I'd give it a 95, but to temper expectations its a solid 90. FANTASTIC acting especially by Brian Vestal (John Proctor) and Stan Buturla (Governor Danforth). Nancy Fox was a perfect Rebecca Nurse. All were great - those 3 stood out. This is a 98 as an off broadway show but I'm rating it side by side with my broadway reviews. FANTASTIC! Plus I met another super nice show-score friend, Phil! Have to find him now!... Read more Read less

See it if you love plays you love Arthur Miller you enjoy thinking about morality you want a taste of the goneby simpler days of life you love Annette

Don't see it if you don't like a drama you are looking for a musical

Also i cannot imagine why you would not want to see this fantastic piece of literature, with family values and intense issues teetering on a tightrope of morality. Annette Bening is spectacular. ALL the actors are spectacular. This is my kind of show - I could see it 10 times.... Read more Read less

See it if If you're looking for a big fun fluffy broadway musical where you don't have to think and just want to kick back & laugh. Its adorable.

Don't see it if you want depth. you want a real drama! you don't like one liners! you'd rather spend your money on something important

Also This is a cute entertaining light show. Worthwhile easy theater. I just prefer to see things that feel more important. Overall good no complaints.... Read more Read less

See it if you like a feel good musical you like to see talented muscians play multiple instruments throughout the show you like an action packed show

Don't see it if you're looking for a HUGE show - this is an easy small production you don't like music! you get confused with people playing multiple roles

Also Lovely small production
Great voices and musical capabilities
I cant figure out the actress's name because they play so many roles, but short haired brunette played either 9 or 10 different instruments! Keyboard, Blow into mini keyboard, accordion,
violin, acoustic guitar, bass guitar, ukelele type, Clarinet, and maybe a flute and another.. She was quite impressive. Could not remember the first instruments because I started counting as I saw her kept coming up with new ones!
That was my favorite part of the show that the actors were all so multi-talented, jumping from character to character to their musican roles, and switching from side to side of the set and switching instruments. They were FANTASTIC! Still I'm only at a 76! :)... Read more Read less

See it if You love Kelli Ohara - the role is made for her! You love great singing and fantastic dance scenes, you love Cole Porter, musicals, classics

Don't see it if you're looking for something edgy and new or you're looking for mental stimulation (this is an easy sit back & enjoy the ride kind of show)

Also Line this one up for a Tony... AFTER they do some cutting and heavy tightening. The first act is great, 2nd act a little draggy with several numbers too long. Go JUST to hear Kelli sing - spectacular as expected. Will Chase is a fantastic male lead and his voice is perfect for the role. Love the classic battle of the sexes and nice to see a happy ending. The "Too Hot" dance scene is outstanding. I myself felt out of breath when it ened. Thrilled to see the tap - refreshing. It irritated me that they played HEAVILY to the right stage. I was sitting towards the left and wondered why they had almost no scenes on the left the stage. VERY lopsided. My rating of 85 is based on potential. Right now its really a 79, but I'm giving it an 85 for the singing and dance. They CAN do it and it will be a contender for a tony, but ONLY if they really tighten it up. (I did love it though!)... Read more Read less

See it if you enjoy many characters and stunningly fabulous acting from ALL! you like Irish history, characters and family stories you enjoy an epic

Don't see it if you do not like a 3 hr 15 minute show you don't enjoy listening to accents (Irish) you are looking for a musical you want something light

Also This is a fantastic show. It does not feel long at all. One full intermission and one 5 minute leg stretcher. Each character is unique, well developed and the acting is great across the board. The kids are FANTASTIC. It just has so much to offer, never a dull moment, but plenty of time to think, anticipate, try to figure out and ENJOY.... Read more Read less

See it if you love immersive theater where you are part of the show. you love James Joyce, you want to see the American Irish historical society

Don't see it if if you don't like to be part of a show if you don't like a PLAY vs a musical if you want to bring kids - not the type of show for kids

Also I went by myself and completely enjoyed meeting other audience members and mingling with the cast. They truly made me feel part of the play. I dined with last years stage manager which made it even more interesting and it was great to meet and chat with the playwright Jean Hanff Korelitz. The actors were over the top fabulous, and the violinist divine. I LOVED the production.... Read more Read less

See it if You love an intense brilliantly staged & acted play. You want to be completely drawn in. You want to be reminded of morals courage & manners

Don't see it if you want a lighthearted show or a musical. Honestly the show is so fantastic I can't think of a reason not to see it. Going again!

Also This was an incredibly well staged show. Completely engaging from the start to the end, with brilliant acting from the entire cast headlined by Jeff Daniels portraying the perfect Atticus Finch. I was completely mesmerized by the show, and the staging was fantastic the way they moved between set to set. Humor was laced throughout the play and got sincere laughs throughout the audience. Several acts started with actors walking down the aisles onto the stage which is always engaging. The show brought up emotions and brought a tear to my eye at the end. Memorable, nostalgic, and thought-provoking. Well done, Bravo. Did I say I LOVED IT? I did!... Read more Read less

See it if you want to get lost in an easy and fun show with some cute music you want to feel good and laugh you want to have hope again!

Don't see it if if you are expecting the best music ever if you want something serious

Also Really cute show, entertaining and light. I wouldn't put it at the top of the list, but it sure was an easy fun night. Our seats were great and we got them way in advance super cheap! I would not have been happy to pay tons for the seats.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see a classic with a great classic storyline, songs, and memories.

Don't see it if you don't like traditional classic shows, if you don't like romance, if you are looking for something edgy and new.

Also I have always loved Carousel and have seen it many times. I had to give it an 88 because it was great, but I felt that Bill Bigelow was miscast and was a bigger cad than in the movie. Those things made it lose the element of romance that had been prominent in previous versions of the show. I still loved it!... Read more Read less

See it if You like good lighthearted fun. The second half is better than the first. Lots of great singing and fun dancing. Easy fun.

Don't see it if you want to see something that will really make you think, or that is deep. This is fluffy cute.

See it if you like Carole King! if you like music! Sit in the front row and breathe it in. Its wonderful. Seen 3x now.

Don't see it if you don't like music, you don't like Carole King, you don't want to hear her autobiography.

See it if you want to smile. If you want a great girls night out. If you want to feel good! I've seen it 3x and loved!

Don't see it if You are looking for something edgy and intense, or if you're out with the guys!

See it if You want a traditional Big Show Broadway experience & definitely if you have kids. Took my niece when she was 2 & it made her a broadway fan

Don't see it if If you're looking for something edgy and new... This is a traditional classic lovely

See it if You love something different intriguing and intense with lots of action

Don't see it if Sadly you can't see it cuz it's closed it was a spectacular show and I have no idea why it said closed if it ever opens again go see it