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See it if You like Bob Dylan's music, want to hear outstanding singing, you enjoy seeing a large cast and you're interested in the Great Depression.

Don't see it if You dislike Bob Dylan's music, want a quick paced plot or a contemporary setting, have little or no interest in life during the Depression.

See it if You want to see a light contemporary comedy with a largely African American cast

Don't see it if You want to see a drama, musical or lavish production or if you're offended by profanity.

See it if You are a Faith Salie fan, enjoy one woman shows that have some humor and are biographical or interesting in a story of striving to be best.

Don't see it if You're not a Faith Salie fan, dislike one woman shows, want to see a heavy drama or musical or lavish production.

See it if You want to see a well written, well acted play that shows former inmates having their dreams deferred

Don't see it if You want to see a musical, or a play with a large cast. If you are easily offended by profanity, this play is not for you.

See it if You want to see a well acted play, set in the 1950s about racism in the theater that also has comedic moments and some singing.

Don't see it if You have no interest in seeing a play within a play; aren't interested in the issue of racism in theater; or prefer contemporary plays

See it if You want to see a well acted gritty family drama set in 1957 Chicago

Don't see it if You are easily offended by profanity, wanted to see a musical, comedy or romance

See it if You want to see a thought-provoking play about the black experience that addresses homosexuality, discrimination and dealing with grief

Don't see it if You would be offended by a play that depicts lesbian love, don't want to hear about grief or don't want to see an all black cast

See it if You want to see a production of Dracula that has comedic elements

Don't see it if You want to see a classic dramatic version of Dracula, dislike comedies, or wanted to see a musical or one person show.

See it if You want to see an intelligent script brought to life by an excellent cast with mix of well known actors & newbies or if you liked 1984 film

Don't see it if You want to see a comedy, romance or musical or would be upset at seeing an all Male cast, or have no interest in military life in 1940s

Also One of the best dramas I've seen on Broadway in a while. David Alan Grier, Blair Underwood , Jerry O'Donnell were outstanding, and so were the "newbies." I wish they would extend the run past March 15th.... Read more Read less

See it if You like funny musicals or enjoyed the movie

Don't see it if You don't have a sense of humor or are offended by profanity

Also Was okay. Liked the movie version better.

See it if You are a baby boomer or are interested in American and Canadian culture between 1945-1969

Don't see it if You are not interested in historic content about the USA and/or Canada, or dislike one man shows

Also Act 1 to me dragged a bit, but I enjoyed, and as a baby boomer, related to Act 2, which was about the 60s.... Read more Read less

See it if You are religious or are interested in the book of John in the Bible, or enjoy one man performances

Don't see it if You are expecting to see a traditional play or musical, want to see a lavish production or don't like the Bible

See it if You want to see a well acted drama that touches on grief in a family, or want to see a Pulitzer Prize-winning play

Don't see it if You want to see a comedy or musical, or are not interested in family drama addressing the loss of an adult child

See it if You'd appreciate a musical drama that addresses issues of race in the African American community and don't mind a small cast and simple set.

Don't see it if You want to see a lavish production w/big cast & fancy set, don't want to listen to monologues in song or not interested in race issues.

See it if You appreciate a well written, well acted drama that touches on dementia and family secrets and conflicts

Don't see it if You want to see a lavish production with a big cast, or want to see a comedy or musical. Also don't see if you are offended by profanity.

See it if You enjoy learning more about history of the 1927 film The Jazz Singer and don't care about a linear plot

Don't see it if You aren't interested in jazz or the movie The Jazz Singer and want to see a play with a traditional, linear style.

See it if You enjoy rock music from the 80s and wouldn't be offended by some risque, raunchy bits

Don't see it if You dislike rock music or want to see a drama or are offended by profanity and sexual innuendo or raunchiness.

Also The entire cast was outstanding. They all sang and acted so well I could not choose a favorite. The dancing was also very good and also the set design. Was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed this particular production.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see a well written autobiographical drama performed by 2 gifted actors or you want a new perspective about an infamous prison

Don't see it if You're offended by profanity and sexual innuendo or want lively entertainment in the form of a musical or comedy.

Also Hope this play moves to a theater that is handicap accessible. 2 flights of steep stairs may prevent some from seeing this relevant play.... Read more Read less

See it if You are open to seeing a one woman biographical drama about a heroic young Jewish woman during WWII.

Don't see it if You can't handle or are not interested in hearing about wartime prison torture, or want to see a musical, romance or comedy

See it if You want to see a well acted play based on an African American literary classic that depicts the ugliness of racism

Don't see it if You wanted to see a comedy, musical romance or light hearted play or are easily offended by profanity or use of the n-word

See it if You appreciate the creativity of improvisational theater

Don't see it if You dislike improv or wanted to see a drama or a musical with familiar songs with a fancy set

See it if You enjoy plays with a character who is prejudiced against gays and other ethnic groups - somewhat like Archie Bunker

Don't see it if You are homophobic or prejudiced against different races and religions, or expect a lavish production

See it if You are a fan of Cher or want to learn more about her life story, or just enjoy entertaining musical theater

Don't see it if You are not a Cher fan, don't want to see a lavish production or are easily offended by some profanity

See it if You want to see a well-acted humorous spin on the Jekyll and Hyde story.

Don't see it if You want to see a musical, a lavish production or you don't care about the theme of good vs. evil in a play.

See it if You are a fan of Oscar Hammerstein's show tunes, enjoy music revues, and don't want to see a play with a storyline.

Don't see it if You dislike Oscar Hammerstein's show tunes, or not interested in musicals, or prefer to see a play with a cohesive storyline.

Also My view was obstructed so barely could see hologram used depicting Hammerstein. But was unimpressed by the little of it I did see. Found the narration a bit boring.... Read more Read less

See it if You enjoy musical revues or are interested in music of Fats Waller, music from the 1930s and 1940s, or you enjoy watching tap dancing

Don't see it if You wanted to see a traditional drama, comedy or a musical with a storyline, or if you want to hear contemporary music

See it if You want to see a good contemporary opera with great singing and characters dealing with issues of grief, racism and financial struggle

Don't see it if You don't want a plot conveyed via singing or if you're expecting a comedy

See it if You like improv, rap and beat boxing and you are open to seeing a show with audience interaction. Very creative show.

Don't see it if You want to see a traditional play or musical or if you don't like rap, improv or can not tolerate a little profanity and sexual innuendo.

See it if You like Gershwin music, featuring great singing with opera quality voices , good dancing & excellent staging of a classic

Don't see it if You prefer to see a comedy or drama without music, dislike Gershwin music, prefer to see a small cast

Also The set design was outstanding

See it if You are interested in the dreams, nightmares, triumphs and struggles of black men in America. Also see it if you like slam poetry as theater

Don't see it if You're not interested in issues black men face, or if you want to see a traditional play or musical, or if you want to see a diverse cast.

See it if You like one-person shows about black experience with the criminal justice system

Don't see it if You don't like one-person shows, are easily offended by profanity or have no interest in black experience with the criminal justice system.

See it if You like one-person show that addresses issues in America's prison system

Don't see it if You dislike one-person shows, are easily offended by profanity or wanted to see a lavish production or musical.

See it if You enjoy good musicals with some comedy and romance and also historic content about the Molly Brown and the Titanic

Don't see it if You expect this show to be exactly like movie version or if you want to see a one person show or play set in modern times.

See it if You are interested in the life and/or work of Stephen Sondheim, or appreciate seeing a music revue with great singers

Don't see it if You don't like Stephen Sondheim's music, not interested in his life, dislike revues, or wanted to see a drama or comedy.

Also Was slow in parts but the singing was excellent and enjoyed seeing footage of Stephen Sondheim interspersed with the songs... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see a well-acted two-hander that has drama and humor and addresses family issues such as dementia and aging parents.

Don't see it if You want to see a musical or a large cast, or are easily offended by profanity.

Also Len Cariou was amazing and riveting to watch. Also the dialogue was clever and funny.

My only complaint: theater was very cold. Other that I thoroughly enjoyed the play.... Read more Read less

See it if You are interested in the lives and friendship of Deanna Durbin and Judy Garland, or if you like musicals and one woman shows.

Don't see it if You have no interest in Deanna Durbin and/or Judy Garland, dislike one woman shows, dislike musicals or prefer to see a lavish production.

See it if You are a fan of the movie Love Actually, enjoy musicals or parodies and just want to laugh

Don't see it if You are not interested in a parody of the movie Love Actually, are offended by some profanity and sexual innuendo, or dislike musicals.

Also Not a must, but it's helpful if you've seen the movie Love Actually and/or are familiar with other movie work of the actors who starred in the movie Love Actually, especially Colin Firth, Hugh Grant, Emma Thompson and Liam Neeson. For example, if you're familiar with Neeson's work in the Taken movies, you'd understand a reference made in this show. Also reference was made to Emma Thompson in the movie Sense and Sensibility.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see a well acted, well written drama that addresses the timely topic of the effects of sexual abuse.

Don't see it if You want to see a comedy, musical or do not want to see a play addressing the topic of sexual abuse or are offended by some profanity.

See it if You want to see a drama about the love of music 2 African American brothers share, & the politics and religion that separates them

Don't see it if You want to see a comedy or musical, not interested in jazz, politics and religion or easily offended by profanity

See it if You're interested in seeing an outstanding, detailed musical about the life of Tina Turner

Don't see it if You're not interested in Tina Turner's, don't like her songs, wanted to see a drama or are easily offended by profanity

Also The entire cast is talented. I predict a Tony nomination for Adrienne Warren.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see an entertaining innovative show without a storyline or dialogue that is family friendly.

Don't see it if You prefer seeing a play that has a specific storyline and dialogue, or want a calm, quiet show. Stomp is loud at times.

See it if You want to see a well-acted, well-written thought provoking play, and you have some knowledge about Othello

Don't see it if You have no knowledge or interest in Othello or Shakespearean theater, offended by profanity, or want to see a romance, comedy or musical

See it if You are interested in a well-acted drama about conflicts & issues within a contemporary dysfunctional family

Don't see it if You are expecting a comedy or musical, not interested in family drama or would be uncomfortable with some profanity and nudity.

See it if You want to see a well-acted drama with an all black cast with a simple set

Don't see it if You are expecting to see a lavish production, a musical or comedy or if you are homophobic or offended by profanity.

See it if You want to see a staged reading of a drama dealing with the African American experience and interaction with the government and property.

Don't see it if You are expecting a lavish production, a comedy or musical.

Also I was appalled and disappointed to see 2 of the actors with notebooks reading their lines. Okay for a staged reading but not what I expected to see at a Negro Ensemble play. It felt less than professional to me.... Read more Read less

See it if You enjoy seeing skilled acrobats and jugglers, love to be entertained and don't mind a non-traditional circus.

Don't see it if You want to see a traditional circus with clowns in make-up and trained animals. Neither are featured in this circus.

Also Wonderful family-friendly show! I thoroughly enjoyed this circus. Bravo!... Read more Read less

See it if You are a fan of the movie Tootsie or would enjoy a comedic musical with some romantic elements.

Don't see it if You expect to see a drama, hate comedies or are easily offended by profanity

Also I can see why Santino Fontana was nominated for a Tony Award. He was totally credible in the 2 roles he played. Phenomenal!... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see a well-written, well-acted one-woman play about class differences among blacks.

Don't see it if You dislike one-woman shows, prefer musicals or want to see a play with lots of physical action. Also skip if offended by F-word profanity

See it if You are interested in s well-acted play based on true story of genocide in Rwanda or if you like one-woman plays

Don't see it if You dislike one-woman shows, want to see a comedy or musical. Also don"t see if you can't handle hearing true story of genocide in Rwanda.

See it if You are familiar with and/or a fan of LeRoi Jones or are interested in black theater

Don't see it if You dislike playwright LeRoi Jones or his work, or have no interest in black theater or easily offended by profanity