See it if you're up for a 2-hour character study, with some characters being better fleshed out than others.
Don't see it if you have high expectations in the plot department. The most interesting bits are in the backstories of these characters.
Also Abby Rosebrock's play certainly has good intentions. Putting a handful... Read more Read less
See it if you want to see a fine group of triple-threats (actor/singer/musicians) in a smart, original musical.
Don't see it if you require your musicals to be big-budget affairs. This one is not, but it certainly could be.
Also The Prospect Theater Company has got a wonderful show on the boards. T... Read more Read less
See it if you've never heard of Gloria Steinem and would like to get the bullet points.
Don't see it if you're willing to wait for the film or miniseries. Either of these would be much more befitting to the GS story.
Also The Daryl Roth Theatre is currently decked out with colorful pillows o... Read more Read less
See it if you're curious about Ezra Pound. I knew nothing about him, and was quite intrigued.
Don't see it if you are expecting a 'finished' piece. Unfortunately, this appears to be a work in progress.
Also It's frustrating to sit through a production that is well-written & we... Read more Read less
See it if you're a fan of musicals. There's some good material here and it's presented with heart.
Don't see it if you're hoping to have a fervent emotional experience. This is entertaining but not electrifying.
Also Ordinary Days is an unusual little show. While it does have elements t... Read more Read less
See it if you're willing to sit through a missed opportunity. The play starts off with such promise and loses engine thrust.
Don't see it if you're not willing to accept drawbacks, i.e., casting choices, nonlinear storytelling, etc.
Also Lots of preparatory research went into this play. However, some other ... Read more Read less
See it if you're a fan of Rebeck's plays and don't mind that this is not her best work.
Don't see it if if you're expecting much more than a protracted (2.5 hour) character study. What it lacks in plot is supplanted by McTeer's performance.
Also Theresa Rebeck is certainly a seasoned, imaginative & intelligent play... Read more Read less
See it if you want to see an excellent performance by Kristine Nielsen.
Don't see it if you're attending just because it's by Tennessee Williams. You're better off reading his short stories.
Also This play is probably best described as a character study, but it come... Read more Read less
See it if you'd like to see an engaging ensemble perform a winning interpretation of a Chekhov classic in an intimate venue.
Don't see it if you plan to rummage through a paper bag throughout the entire performance. (The woman behind me did just that!)
Also The multiple scene locations have been consolidated into the kitchen o... Read more Read less
See it if you don't mind sitting through a weak aperitif and a bland appetizer to get to your main course.
Don't see it if you'd rather invest your time in a cohesive theatrical outing.
Also The annual Summer Shorts at 59E59 is always an interesting way to samp... Read more Read less
See it if you've earned a good time for yourself. I haven't grinned this much in one sitting since 'Honeymoon in Vegas' a few seasons back.
Don't see it if you can't appreciate a new, old-fashioned musical.
Also In this era of juke-box banality, how refreshing to have an original c... Read more Read less
See it if you are open to an interesting concept. It's described as a 'theatrical collage' and that is exactly what you get.
Don't see it if you're put off by collages. They can be a bit abstract and ambiguous but usually contain some wonderful elements.
Also A great Brecht sampler. Most theatergoers will be familiar with his wo... Read more Read less
See it if you have some idea of what you're walking into. The 'fourth wall' is not broken, it's simply not there.
Don't see it if you're a conservative type who might be squeamish. The inmates are running the asylum here.
Also Once in a while, I find myself venturing into New York's theatrical un... Read more Read less
See it if you're patient and forgiving. The material is there, but it seems as though the production team didn't realize it.
Don't see it if you're expecting anything more than mediocrity.
Also The tone of this play is rather erratic. It has farcical bits and poig... Read more Read less
See it if you want to unwind and revisit or perhaps stumble upon some oldies but goodies passionately performed by fabulous entertainers. See it!
Don't see it if you have no appreciation for classic pop songs. Even that's a stretch because 'don't see it' really doesn't apply here! Seriously, see it!
Also Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller wrote many hits that ushered in the baby... Read more Read less
See it if you're staying at the Marriott Marquis Hotel and don't want to venture out in the heatwave this weekend to catch a better show.
Don't see it if you can see better theater, which you can.
Also As much as find the 'jukebox musical' concept a bit abhorrent, I once ... Read more Read less
See it if all of the other holiday-themed shows are sold out through the end of 2018.
Don't see it if you're expecting this one to align with the York Theatre's typically high caliber of stage offerings.
Also I'm a big fan of the dark side of holiday entertainment. American movi... Read more Read less
See it if you want to be transported by a moving (true) story and exceptional singing.
Don't see it if you'd rather miss out on a limited engagement of a powerful, heartwarming theater piece.
Also It takes a congregation of century-old ghosts of Christmas past materi... Read more Read less
See it if you want to feel what it's really like to 'eat, drink and be merry' all in one sitting!
Don't see it if you have a reluctance towards exceptional theater and delicious gourmet treats.
Also From the pickled carrots to the vanilla custard, from great physical c... Read more Read less
See it if you are going for the performances. The script is a bit of an endurance test.
Don't see it if you're expecting a comedy. Even though it is billed as such, there aren't many laughs in store.
Also Unfortunately, the premise of this play is not worthy of an evening of... Read more Read less
See it if you want to see an excellent ensemble do justice to a simple yet well-crafted premise.
Don't see it if you're not accustomed to 'downtown' theater. This reminded me of Adam Rapp's work.
Also Hurricane Party is a dark little romp that combines sex, drugs, infide... Read more Read less
See it if you'd like to get a sampling of A.R. Gurney. He will certainly entertain you.
Don't see it if you like equilibrium in your comedy. His is a hybrid of sit-com, absurdist, high-brow and low-brow.
Also I was only familiar with Mr. Gurney via the wonderful Broadway revival... Read more Read less
See it if you're up for something fresh. At each performance, the end of this play is determined partially by chance in spite of meticulous plotting.
Don't see it if you're not a fan of comedy with a sprinkling of thrills & a couple of twists.
Also I was hooked by this play when I had previously read that the title re... Read more Read less
See it if you'd like to leave the theater humming tunes from the show. (How often does that happen these days?!?)
Don't see it if you've lost your taste for old-school musical theater. This is definitely a throwback, but in a most endearing way.
Also The Irish Rep is one of those stalwart companies that knows how to cha... Read more Read less
See it if you're up for something light. This is definitely a low-calorie snack.
Don't see it if you need substance in your musical theater diet. You'll need to satisfy your cravings elsewhere.
Also While the talented cast gives it their utmost (especially an earnest K... Read more Read less
See it if you want to see an epic-style musical on a budget.
Don't see it if you're expectations are high. I think the potential for this show is quite good, but it's not yet fully-realized here.
Also This is an exceedingly young cast, which gives the show a kind of 'col... Read more Read less
See it if you'd like to see/hear a talented ensemble. The actors are fine singers and musicians as well.
Don't see it if bluegrass music is not for you. It's not the kind of music you hear in a theater very often.
Also This is a rather off-beat piece. I attended the first preview and thou... Read more Read less
See it if you have appreciation for a well-crafted, innovative spin on a classic. This one TRULY has soul.
Don't see it if you prefer a jukebox musical. (Btw, the supertitles are projected, not backlit, so they are quite easy on the eyes.)
Also When I walked into the auditorium, I was slightly disappointed to see ... Read more Read less
See it if you've ever enjoyed watching a lava lamp while listening to music.
Don't see it if you have no tolerance for the avant-garde. Note: While they are referred to as 'puppets', they really are 'forms' in essence.
Also There's certainly more than meets the eye with this one, and happily y... Read more Read less