See it if Amazing mechanics of the set that dazzle. Great costumes complemented by the choreography Enough little nuances to get the adults to chuckle
Don't see it if Not a deep story but better than most of the Disney fluff Songs were OK. You wont go out singing any of them
Also The show has the WOW factor, even by Disney standards of over the top.... Read more Read less
See it if Very good acting Like historical context
Don't see it if Simple set The high drama is in the context, not in the acting
See it if Very good acting Poignant interactions You like heavy, non traditional role play
Don't see it if Dialogue is sometimes confusing, as the actors themselves state Not for the puritanical, sexual violence
See it if Lots of action. Good staging. Good choreography.
Don't see it if Too loud to understand during many songs. Over amplification with sound effects made it sound like lip syncing Weak dialogue
Also Uneven production numbers. Some were too loud to understand and enjoy.... Read more Read less
See it if A time line of turmoil, occupation and an in your face story about the decimation of a vibrant community
Don't see it if Cannot deal with the reality of antisemitism nor deal with the constant stench of death in the dialogue that is a fact of their existence
Also Keeps reinforcing that we have to guard our freedoms. For some, man's ... Read more Read less
See it if Imaginative set design Good ensemble Good singing, for a non-musical
Don't see it if Not compelling A bit slow Cannot empathize with the oppressed character.
See it if Good acting See how to deal with fear when the world is your enemy
Don't see it if too much unnecessary profanity that does not add to the script some 20th Century cliches seem out of context
See it if Romantic view of creature who longs for love. Lyrics tell a good story, although some songs a little long
Don't see it if Don't expect a Broadway set at St Lukes but they make the best of the space. Some voices are good. Some, so-so
See it if Talented child actress although hard to understand her enunciation Some comic moments, but not enough
Don't see it if You do not want to see an annoying kid get under your skin.
Also Eve Johnson is very talented. She had the lines, mannerisms and moveme... Read more Read less
See it if Good acting. Bits of comic relief. The Greek chorus is a nice touch, until it gets tiring
Don't see it if Not to be seen if you want a care-free evening with light humor. Some of the characterizations are a bit over the top
See it if Gets you thinking about what money buys Sets at MTC seem simple but very effective
Don't see it if A bit too long Acting not crisp
See it if Well timed in execution Good direction of a cast that works well together or else they'd get killed Storyline better than expected
Don't see it if Dont want to see stupid slapstick, but not as stupid as expecting
See it if You want to find out what happens when little girls grow up. Tragedy befalls them if their parents reject their lover
Don't see it if Dont want to hear about innocence lost by way of a the Grinch
Also Should become a holiday staple for adults.
See it if Want to learn how man was made in God's image and the results are not pretty. All bad human acts start with Genesis
Don't see it if Do Not want to be bombarded by incessant profanity that takes away instead of adding to the story You think the Bible contains only good
Also It is an interesting view of the stories in the Bible but not presente... Read more Read less
See it if Excellent direction Want to see when people change for the good that their life will change Fun evening
Don't see it if Expect this little animal to provide family friendly entertainment
See it if good enough acting want to see how empathy overcomes mental instability nice movable set
Don't see it if know anything about medicine and care about realism want loose ends tied up
See it if You like historical representations that are not juke box musicals Strong singing by A-list actresses Surprisingly interesting story
Don't see it if You are expecting a totally true to fact account of the interactions of these two powerful women
See it if How in daily life people deal with physical disabilities and how those around them will respond. Understand that people are people
Don't see it if uncomfortable seeing actors who either have cerebral palsy or amputee want to sugar coat physical problems
See it if Lots of talent onstage that take advantage of some of the good lines Even if not, the delivery is excellent Family melodramas Good set
Don't see it if Tries to put things into nice bundles but still loose ends Want a tight show
See it if Enjoyable personality as he projects his family history through song
Don't see it if Repeat of his previous show Dont go if expecting new material
See it if Excellent actor playing many characters, each with distinct personality Historical parts of second part very engaging
Don't see it if One man show with limited set Long plot development that could be shortened No intermission and just short of two hours
See it if Want background into the Johnson presidency election until Nixon's election. Hear about dirty trips from all politicians
Don't see it if Want to see an exciting portrayal of the most pivotal player in the Vietnam era and formulation of social welfare programs. Want passion
See it if Excellent singing Show long but moves Fun characters Some predictable twists but several unpredictable ones
Don't see it if Do not like spy stories with unlikely romantic side stories
See it if Good acrobatics, dance moves. Well coordinated You can appreciate the human form in G-strings and pasties
Don't see it if Not for those who are uncomfortable with R+ rated performers Horrible incense being pumped in Don't expect a real story A little too loud
Also Good performance but it loses points for the overpowering smoke/incens... Read more Read less
See it if Your are interested in seeing how people rationalize their actions in not perfect marriages. Good ensemble cast Story moves along
Don't see it if If you are uncomfortable with spousal abuse and marital infidelity
See it if Talented leads - both actresses and dresses You like extravaganzas You like the Cher playbook
Don't see it if The show does not drag but at times, who cares what the Chers have to say to one another Lots of movement but many without meaning
See it if Concise story based loosely on Shakespeare. Not confusing! Good songs. Good acting See it if you want to be entertained
Don't see it if If you expecting Shakespearean dialogue, this is not your show
See it if Explores the interplay between the loved ones have with those who are dying. This play is not about the terminally ill patient
Don't see it if Do not see it if you cannot deal with the realities of terminal illness, especially as it effects those around the dying person
Also A different perspective from the vantage point of those dealing with t... Read more Read less
See it if Typical big Broadway production with all the dazzle, sets and customs. Great live theater with great direction
Don't see it if First act better than second, even with the big Dolly number in the second act. All the action in the first act
Also Victor Garber was fantastic
See it if Creative lyrics, good voices, fun campy entertainment Songs are an excuse to make a story
Don't see it if No real story, don't like drag
See it if You want to see an abridged history lesson of Junk Bonds
Don't see it if You want to see a tight script. Even the few sympathetic characters do not garner much sympathy
See it if Appreciate parody over the men in power. Jus the right length for the show
Don't see it if Do not appreciate raunchy humor to discuss the sexual peccadilloes of the most powerful men in the world
See it if You like true to life stories Believe or want to believe that happen in the worse of circumstances
Don't see it if Don't like the predictability of some of the characters' actions
See it if Excellent ensemble cast. Enjoyable music Well directed
Don't see it if Limited story line. Each song is a vignette of an aspect of the immigrant experience but they totality does not make a cohesive story
Also If you do not understand Yiddish then do not sit close or it will be m... Read more Read less
See it if Wonderful translation into modern era. Well written, well acted. A pleasure overall Not a bad seat in the theater
Don't see it if If you cannot appreciate satire with some slapstick
Also Pay attention or you might miss some subtleties. Makes you wonder what... Read more Read less
See it if Believe in reincarnation and would think that Elvis could take on a new life and preach world peace in the manner of the Dalai Lama in music
Don't see it if Expect to see a believable story about the founding of a new religion
Also Light-hearted entertainment from an energetic cast that will keep you ... Read more Read less
See it if professional actors in a close stage. Good timing. Some funny notes in a sad undertone
Don't see it if want a tight show with consistently good lines where you cannot wait for the next verbal onslaught