See it if you are ready for a contemporary social issue roller coaster propelled by the music of alanis with talented actors/dancers/choreo/singers
Don't see it if less is more for you. This show touches n so many topics (very well) but I can see how it is a turn off for people
Also my best girlfriends and I rushed this, and we absolutely loved it
See it if you can view through the lense of nonsensical wonder and awe. also, i think i recommend this on drugs?
Don't see it if you want some kind of clear story line, it is a bunch of interesting clowning that doesn't always make any sense
Also I mean, I had fun, but this could definitely be a big hit or miss for ... Read more Read less
See it if you wanna be hoodwinked
Don't see it if you are offended by being tricked for 2.5 hrs
Also no, it's a secret
See it if you're cool
Don't see it if you're lame
See it if you are interested in great actors telling the story of a forgotten pioneer
Don't see it if you're uptight. I feel like uptight people can't handle a racially charged piece of female history
Also The play is from Toni's perspective, which is all over the place and a... Read more Read less
See it if you are interested in a sort of coming of age story. It is two Scottish boys panicking about a dreaded after school fight
Don't see it if you're not into audience participation, adults playing 13 year olds, or black box style shows
See it if you enjoy a well written family drama. Revivals can be tough, but this didn't feel outdated
Don't see it if you can't stand plays/families/morality/emotion
See it if You have a little background on the troubles, you can be absorbed into a politically charged family drama
Don't see it if you can't pay attention to something for an extended amount of time. Psych yourself up for a long one, it's worth it
Also Seen with the original cast, I was mesmerized for all three acts, neve... Read more Read less
See it if The actors do a superb job immersing themselves and the audience in the characters and story.
Don't see it if You aren't a play person, or a family drama person, or an only two dudes on stage person
See it if you enjoy stand-up comedy and storytelling. Mike Birbiglia is fabulous at taking you high, low, loud, quiet, funny, serious, over 90 mins
Don't see it if you can't handle 1 man show or dislike standup.
See it if you are interested in a contemporary look at sexuality for females growing up in the 90s/00s. A transparent view into 1 characters timeline
Don't see it if you get uncomfortable easily. The subject matter is conveyed so well that it really does make you uneasy (not necessarily in a bad way)
Also To be honest everyone should go, and everyone should feel uncomfortabl... Read more Read less
See it if for a low stakes campy musical. It is predictable, but they know that, and they OWN it, it is part of the hilarity. Entertainment value-MAX
Don't see it if you want some high-brow theatre. This was ridiculous, entertaining, and engaging and I loved the absurdity of it all.
Also The balcony is ROUGH. (except for the T-shirt launch). FYI the views a... Read more Read less
See it if you're interested in stuff off the beaten path. It's a start of something, it has some work ahead of it.
Don't see it if you're looking for comedy or something light. I kept reading that this was a 'funny play' but it was far far far from that.
Also I enjoyed the question- is it worth it to follow your "dream" (albeit ... Read more Read less
See it if You insist on contemporary shows with limited depth. If vanity and scattered comedy suit you. Eli Gelb is great.
Don't see it if You're looking for a substantial takeaway or moving story.The show felt like it was trying hit something for 2.5hr but never fully got there
Also The familial history was minimally explored and the obsession with van... Read more Read less
See it if you want to see frozen translated to the stage with all the bells and whistles you'll ever need
Don't see it if you are not impressed by the magic of broadway, you will wonder why you did not just stay home and watch the movie
Also the production value is fantastic, but i was sad that it seemed most p... Read more Read less
See it if you're interested in what the Bengsons have to offer. They always give 110% emotion and commitment to what they do.
Don't see it if you want a completely comprehensive traditional musical.
Also This has all the high quality content and emotion of a tumultuous most... Read more Read less
See it if You want to see barrier breaking performances by Edward Barbanell or Jamie Brewer
Don't see it if you are looking for anything more than a dramedy play
See it if you love mean girls. Is it going to win awards? no. Did it do what we needed it to do? yes. Plus, there's plenty of fun music.
Don't see it if you are looking for a verbatim show. They softened the story for the stage but hit the major points in a fun way. The only loss,, kevinG rap
See it if you don't mind flirting with the tragedy of passing time. Well staged and tragic to experience the now&later of the characters
Don't see it if you want something black and white. The substance is not in the dialogue but more in what is observed in between the lines/scenes
See it if you enjoy quality acting in an intimate space that fosters the growth of young playwrights
Don't see it if you want big banal classics
See it if you enjoy quality acting, slowly paced family dramas.
Don't see it if you need more provoking fast paced drama or you are looking for comedy. They try to spin it as a play much funnier than it actually is.
See it if you are really ($$$) into freestyle rap/improv
Don't see it if you are looking for a true broadway production. To me, this was a glorified improv show, and the ones downtown cost significantly less
See it if you are interested in new movie musicals, not based on box office hit. It is a fun time with new music and great actors
Don't see it if you don't like modern takes on Shakespeare classics
Also The show was loads of fun, but it was very corny at times while seemin... Read more Read less
See it if you want visual entertainment backed by great vocals, choreo, and performances
Don't see it if you can't stand super psychotic medleys of songs from the last 50 years that are somehow long and short at the same time
See it if you're down for some dark takes on a classic
Don't see it if you're a allergic to a new hot take
See it if you haven't. It's 20+ year run for a reason!
Don't see it if you have an aversion to tourists or small children in the theatre. The majority of the crowd has little knowledge of theatre etiquette
See it if you want some grim slapstick
Don't see it if you want something super serious without dancing penises
See it if you wanna see an award winning show. it won a lot, so there's that
Don't see it if You can't handle a slow slow slow slow build to 1 emotional ensemble song within 90 minutes.
Also The tension between Israeli and Arab was much more apparent in the mov... Read more Read less
See it if you want a lovely summer night spent watching theatre outdoors with a modern musical twist on Shakespeare
Don't see it if you're some sort of close minded Shakespearean purist
Also The actors, ensemble, and music are great, and they look like they're ... Read more Read less
See it if You want pure entertainment. Music is catchy, the pace is great, voices and dancing are great, plenty of laughs
Don't see it if You require depth and don't enjoy fun funny silly comedy
Also This is great for a group outing or bringing younger teens- if you're ... Read more Read less
See it if you are looking for pure entertainment. It is hilariously written and the rhyming stanzas are comical
Don't see it if you're looking for huge production value or depth. This is a musical farce filled with talent and fun!
Also I wish I was in high school, because I can see this being a MUST on sm... Read more Read less
See it if you appreciate breathtaking vocals, choreography, and dance in a classic Broadway musical. yes it's dated, but shutup, all classics are.
Don't see it if dance, ballet, and classic Broadway are not your thing
Also My breath was taken away, I was so taken by this production that I rea... Read more Read less
See it if you appreciate a zany take on the concept and place of art in history
Don't see it if I will admit- I was confused and angry for the first half of the first act, but as soon as the concept and content clicked, I was blown away
Also If you have the stamina to stick with it, there's a huge payoff. It is... Read more Read less
See it if you want something that ties your brain in a knot with no resolution. I spent most of the time trying to keep track of characters
Don't see it if you are looking for a neatly packaged story
Also the acting is fantastic, but the writing feels all over the place some... Read more Read less
See it if you're looking for a musical that will probably please everyone in your group.
Don't see it if you're looking for that enchanting Broadway musical. The production fell a little short of big Disney pizzazz
Also Act two made up for act 1. But the show seemed tired already...maybe i... Read more Read less
See it if you want in your face jokes. It is stand up between exaggerated monologues.
Don't see it if you don't like 'stupid' funny or if you want more substance-It feels like they almost got at something interesting but it didn't make it.
See it if you enjoy sports and theatre, it pairs the two well delving into relationships, fears, the psyche of a champ.
Don't see it if you need more character interaction and range. If you're in a bad mood, it's two successful men complaining for 90 minutes.
See it if You want to be entertained with a meaningful but delightful production of great dancing, great musicianship, & a nod to our service people
Don't see it if just see it. There's so much going on you are bound to find something you enjoy.
See it if You love classic Broadway! There aren't many full orchestral overtures and production numbers on Broadway these days, and this one delivers!
Don't see it if you don't like pizzazz.
Also Gotta Love a show where a crowd can applaud set changes and scene tran... Read more Read less
See it if you enjoy drama exquisitely acted by young actors. There are many characters that have individual arcs culminating in an emotional end.
Don't see it if You don't enjoy female dominated dramas despite the fact that it is 2017.........