Marisa M.

See it if you want to see an uplifting, unconventional musical with an amazingly talented cast.

Don't see it if you prefer big-budget musicals, or if the subject of 9/11 is too sensitive for you to enjoy a musical surrounding the events of that day.

Also I was a bit familiar with the background story and was curious to see how they would turn it into a full musical. I was pleasantly surprised at how absorbing and fast-paced the show was. Every cast member played their multiple roles beautifully. “Come From Away” will make you laugh, cry, and want to visit Newfoundland!... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see amazing choreography, and you love a classic Rodgers and Hammerstein musical.

Don't see it if you are unfamiliar with the storyline and need to love all the characters.

Also I absolutely loved this show. The acting, singing, and dancing were out of this world. The storyline is definitely dated (I know people who disliked it for this reason) but if you are familiar with the original (and enjoy it) you will love this production.... Read more Read less

See it if You are really curious and enjoy the same gags over and over.

Don't see it if You are easily bored with tricks.

See it if You like the movie, beautiful costumes, and great singing.

Don't see it if You're not interested in princess stories.

Also I went to see this with my 7 year old niece and didn't have super high expectations. I ended up loving it way more than I thought I would. The cast is super talented, the sets and costumes are gorgeous, and it was an overall wonderful show for audience members of all ages. (Though the political themes were very over the head of most children in the audience, I'm sure.)... Read more Read less

See it if you like a pop musical.

Don't see it if you get uncomfortable with conversations about sexuality.

See it if you like screwball comedy.

Don't see it if you only care about seeing Kristen Chenoweth. I missed her unfortunately, but her understudy was fantastic.

See it if You want to really have an EXPERIENCE. The unconventional staging is a lot of fun, and the sets are absolutely gorgeous.

Don't see it if You want to be humming the music on your way out the theatre (I don't remember a single bar) or you need to be invested in the characters.

Also The high energy ensemble numbers were a highlight of the show and some of the best I've ever seen on Broadway. The other 75% of the show...I was bored and disinterested.... Read more Read less

See it if you love talent-driven shows with incredible singers and dancers.

Don't see it if you need an absorbing storyline.

See it if You love the movie and great staging.

Don't see it if You're a hyena.

See it if you’re a fan of Carole King’s music. There were a lot of songs in the show that I didn’t realize were written by her and her husband!

Don't see it if you hate jukebox musicals (or are not a fan of Carole King of course).

Also I enjoyed this show way more than I thought I would. I didn’t know much about Carole King’s background, and I thought the show did a great job weaving in her songwriting process with her life story. It was a well-paced show that kept my interest throughout.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to have a good time at a classic broadway show.

Don't see it if You’re looking for something edgy.

Also I saw Bernadette a few nights into her run. She seemed to be settling into the role, but grew more comfortable as the show went on. She-and the show-are charming.... Read more Read less

See it if You really love the score and want to see it for the sake of seeing it.

Don't see it if You want to see great singing, dancing, staging, acting...

Also Maybe I went on an off night (as it gets closer to closing). I know it wasn’t just me judging by the lackluster reaction of my fellow audience members. I was not a fan of the actor who played Chris at all. His voice was distractingly nasal and he had no chemistry whatsoever with the actress playing Kim. I used to love listening to the original cast recording and was excited to see it in person, but overall found it to be an amateurish letdown.... Read more Read less

See it if you live in NYC (or have at some point) and enjoy a cappella and "Love Actually."

Don't see it if you don't know who Dr. Zizmor is. The jokes are very NYC specific.

Also I was in an a cappella group in college, so I'm a fan of the genre. I found myself forgetting it was a cappella (though critics obviously disagree). It's a cute, fun show without a real plot-just individual stories that are woven together. It's a short show (no intermission) without a lot of deep character development, but I enjoyed myself.... Read more Read less

See it if you like a quirky show and acrobatics. And anytime you can see Patina Miller..do it.

Don't see it if you want something more classic.

See it if you like classic Broadway musicals with catchy music and a happy ending. It's a feel-good show, and the leads are phenomenal.

Don't see it if you're looking for something edgy and innovative. The Great Comet this is not.

See it if You want to have a fun time and eat pie out of a mason jar.

Don't see it if You like more classic broadway music.

See it if You love to laugh.

Don't see it if You're easily offended.

See it if You like old-school musicals with a sweet story line.

Don't see it if You don't like ballet (this show is less about singing than dance).