Valerie 8

See it if You want to see the best show of the season. It's smart, cleverly staged, well-performed, and relevant.

Don't see it if You only like classic musicals - the score is very contemporary.

See it if You're open to exploring controversial issues about race, history, and sex.

Don't see it if You're looking for fluff. This is not a light-hearted piece, but it raises important issues.

See it if you love Cher and Bob Mackie's costumes.

Don't see it if if you're looking for something deep. This is your typical biographical musical, as so many of them are nowadays.

Also Stephanie J. Block is fantastic as Cher, and all of the performers do an excellent job, but I felt the three Chers thing made the show a bit awkward. The sets and the costumes are wonderful, though: if you're looking to see a big, flashy, entertaining show, this is one to see. If you're looking for exceptional writing, though, you're better off checking out the plays this season.... Read more Read less

See it if you're looking for something that's deep and thought-provoking with a tragic structure but comical moments.

Don't see it if you're looking for lighthearted fluff.

Also This might have been my favorite show I've seen this season. The acting is exceptional, and the ending is intense and surprising.... Read more Read less

See it if you like learning about a particular show in a fun and interactive way.

Don't see it if if you're just looking for a lecture.

Also This was our first Show Score Experience, and we had a great time!

See it if you want to see some incredible performances and some great singing.

Don't see it if you don't like long, unnecessary dance numbers and important songs and scenes being cut.

Also I loved the performances in this show, but saying I was disappointed in the direction of this production is an understatement. So much of Carrie's and Enoch Snow's music and scenes were cut that it really limited them. Other dialogue and songs were cut as well (though most of the cuts seemed to correspond with those two characters). These cuts caused issues with the structure of the show, making some transitions feel awkward or confusing. It honestly seemed that important scenes and songs were cut to make room for unnecessary dance numbers, which were lengthy and showy, but most didn't contribute to the development of character or plot. I was highly disappointed in this production, despite loving all of the performances.... Read more Read less

See it if you like classic musicals and great acting. The cast is outstanding as a whole, but Harry Haddon-Patton is especially great as Higgins!

Don't see it if you're not a fan of classic musicals.

See it if you like being completely immersed in a theatre experience. They will literally climb onto tables and sing right at you!

Don't see it if you get scared easily. Sweeney Todd is not for the fainthearted, but this production is especially intense because of the staging!

See it if you want to see a play that will make you think.

Don't see it if you want something with a happy ending.

See it if you want to see excellent performances and are a fan of the original Ibsen play.

Don't see it if you're anti-feminist. Actually, no, if you're anti-feminist, then you probably really need to see this play.

Also As someone who has taught women's studies before, I didn't find any of the messages in the play to be anything new or unique - different characters seem to represent different waves of feminism. That being said, if you aren't familiar with the various feminist philosophies, this play provides something of an introduction to several different ideas, all articulated through characters we've grown to know through Ibsen's original work. It's a unique concept, even if it isn't groundbreaking, and there's the added element of seeing 4 incredible actors - including Laurie Metcalf as Nora - give exceptional performances. It's definitely worth checking out!... Read more Read less

See it if you're looking for an entertaining play with great acting and a message that is still relevant in today's world.

Don't see it if you don't like period pieces. But keep in mind even though it's an older play set at the turn of the 20th century, it's still relevant today

Also Another notable thing this production is that Laura Linney and Cynthia Nixon alternate between the lead (Regina) and supporting character (Birdie), and while it's more common to see male actors do a show in rep, it's rarer to see female actors perform in rep. This gives the production a unique touch. We happened to see Laura Linney as Regina and Cynthia Nixon in her Tony-award winning role as Birdie, and they were amazing. I wish we had time to see the roles flipped to see how the show is different!... Read more Read less

See it if you like bluegrass style music and are looking for a comical show.

Don't see it if you prefer a more classical-sounding musical.

See it if you're looking for a great upbeat classic musical.

Don't see it if you prefer something more contemporary or dark.

See it if you like bluegrass music and strong performers. It's worth seeing for the music alone.

Don't see it if you don't like far-fetched plots. This wrapped up a bit too neatly for my tastes.

See it if you want to see amazing performers tell a really interesting real-life story.

Don't see it if you want a show that moves quickly; this one is a bit long, and needs a little structural work.

See it if you're looking to laugh and cry at the same show.

Don't see it if you need a happy ending.

See it if you like operetta-style pieces and love Kristin Chenoweth!

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

See it if you love dance, Gershwin music, and classic musicals (even though this is new, it feels like a classic musical).

Don't see it if you like more contemporary-style musicals.

See it if you love Paul Gordon's music and a classic story. This is one of my favorite shows of the season!

Don't see it if you want flashy sets or a darker story. It's a small 2-person musical.

See it if you want a good laugh - this play is hilarious! Especially if you've ever worked in any kind of theatre....

Don't see it if you're looking for a drama.

See it if you like dramas and creative staging - the use of the horse "puppets" is genius!

Don't see it if you don't like loud sounds and want something more light-hearted.

See it if you like funny shows, creative staging, and classical-style music.

Don't see it if you're looking for something a bit more serious.

See it if you love classic musicals that are done in a new way. This is "Fiddler" at its finest!

Don't see it if you don't like classic musicals or you only like shows with happy endings.

Also We took 25 honors students to see this show and they LOVED it! The performances were incredible, and I love the updated parts at the beginning and the end, suggesting that our past is always part of our present.... Read more Read less

See it if you like dramas and love Bradley Cooper.

Don't see it if you're looking for something lighter.

See it if You're looking for fresh staging of a classic play.

Don't see it if You're not a fan of Tennessee Williams.

See it if You want to hear a really good score performed by a talented cast.

Don't see it if You're not okay with lots of plot holes that oversimplify the legal system.

Also I feel like this was a missed opportunity to present a work that challenges the real problems in our legal system. Instead, the book had so many plot holes that I started to lose interest despite the engaging cast, music, and staging. If they release a cast album, the music is worth listening to, but the book needs some serious work.... Read more Read less

See it if you enjoy Sondheim, new and unique ways of staging older musicals, and musicals that don't follow a completely linear structure.

Don't see it if you dislike Sondheim's music, or find non-linear musicals frustrating.

Also This is a clever production of "Merrily We Roll Along" - it's staged very similarly to how "Into the Woods" was done a few years ago. We saw the show in previews and had an understudy for Charley - it was his first time ever performing the show with the cast, and he was excellent. Highly recommended.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see powerful performances, a unique storyline with an important message, and incredible staging.

Don't see it if the idea of sitting in a theatre for 8 hours in one day is too much to handle.

See it if you love the movie, Tina Fey, or just need a good laugh!

Don't see it if you're looking for something a bit more serious.

See it if you're looking for a unique score. The music in this show is like nothing I've heard on Broadway to date!

Don't see it if you're looking for spectacle.

See it if you like creative staging. There is sand all over the stage and they include live animals in the performance!

Don't see it if maybe you're severely allergic to goats and chickens? I can't think of any other reason not to see this show.

See it if you like Harry Potter, don't mind a few plot holes and like to be immersed in the theatre experience.

Don't see it if plot holes bother you, or if you don't like to sit for long periods of time.

See it if you love classic musicals and well-known showtunes. This might be the best revue I've ever seen.

Don't see it if You are looking for something with more of a plotline.

See it if You love Sondheim shows, dark musicals, and history. It's a very intelligent show.

Don't see it if If dark shows make you uncomfortable. It's also not a fully staged production.

See it if you enjoy history, politics, and thought-provoking plays.

Don't see it if you're not the type to sit through an almost 3-hour play.

Also The performances in "Oslo" are incredible, and the piece moves quickly, so it doesn't feel as long as it really is. This play gave me a whole new perspective on events that I was only obscurely aware of as a child in the 90s.... Read more Read less

See it if Everyone should see this show. Though it is set in the first half of the 20th century, its messages are so relevant in today's world.

Don't see it if you're looking for something light. This is a powerful piece of theatre.

Also They extended until August, and I think there are discounts out there right now, so if you're in the area, please go see this show- it is so poignant right now.

Also, Paula Vogel is a genius.... Read more Read less

See it if you're looking for a great all-day theatre experience.

Don't see it if you don't like history and don't like seeing two shows in one day (though you can see them separately).

See it if you like classic musicals - even though this is new, it has a classic feel.

Don't see it if you prefer darker or more contemporary shows.

See it if you like classic plays.

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

See it if you like the movie and enjoy beautiful staging.

Don't see it if you need a happy ending.

See it if you're looking for a great, very realistic play.

Don't see it if you like things neatly wrapped-up at the end.

See it if you're looking for a show about an important and not often acknowledged part of American history.

Don't see it if you're a stickler for lyrics. Though the performances are incredible and the book's structure isn't bad, some of the lyrics are terrible.

See it if you want to see amazing performers and are willing to look past the vagueness of Albee's plot.

Don't see it if you don't like Albee's writing. I think you really have to be an Albee fan to love this, though the performers are fantastic.

See it if you're looking for a great kids show, or you're just looking for a show with great staging and performances.

Don't see it if you don't like Tim Minchin's music or the "Matilda" book/movie storyline.

See it if you like 1950s-style music.

Don't see it if you're looking for a particularly unique plot. It's not a bad show, but it's not especially innovative.

See it if you like well-performed classic musicals with catchy songs. This was a great production of "Anything Goes!"

Don't see it if you don't like classic musicals or Cole Porter.

See it if you like creative staging and Stephen Schwartz music - this is a great production of "Pippin!"

Don't see it if don't like Schwartz's music, or have very young children - the plot may be difficult for them to follow.

See it if you want to see a classic show done in a very creative way!

Don't see it if you don't like creative staging or you're not a fan of Sondheim.

See it if you love Sondheim and are looking for an intelligent show with excellent performances.

Don't see it if you're not a fan on Sondheim. This is one of his sleepier scores.