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See it if you want to see something very relevant, political, unbiased, and funny

Don't see it if you want a real, full out, comedy show.

Also the message seemed to matter more than the laughs.

See it if you want to see a powerful play about relationships and family; you like plays with casts in one setting; you like gay stories

Don't see it if you don't like gay stories

Also although it's a "gay" story, it's not exclusive - the points delved into are applicable to any relationships.... Read more Read less

See it if you like noir, comedy, improv, audience interaction, and unique fun experiences.

Don't see it if you don't like racy, sexual, provocative, and thoughtful comedy. or if you don't like audience participation.

Also one of the best comedy shows ever! a true performer artist. did a really good job including EVERYONE in the audience. hilarious.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see a fun show dealing with homosexuality and family dynamics with fun character work.

Don't see it if you're looking for well written, realistic, story-telling.

See it if You want to see some great acting, a phenomenal leading actress, and a very interesting and poetic piece of theater.

Don't see it if you want a "regular" play with strong paced story and storytelling decisions.

Also lots of interesting choices. Frequent, curtained, and lengthy scene changes; narrator as breaking 4th wall (that's why it seemed more poetic, spoken word); I feel like this story would have been better suited for the screen.
Still a very cool and unique play for Broadway and an incredible and unique leading performance, so go see it!... Read more Read less

See it if you want some background to Fiddler and it's original writer Sholom Aleichem; you like Jewish/Yiddish culture.

Don't see it if You're expecting a full length scripted story; you don't like stripped down productions.

Also This is a series of montages, stories, songs, scenes, etc. almost like a Cabaret :)

This was such a great indie piece, very fun and very wholesome; we need more theater like this!... Read more Read less

See it if You like Sci-Fi, YA, and/or Anime; you want to see a very fun and contemporary piece that speaks to today's youth.

Don't see it if You don't like Sci-Fi, YA, and/or Anime.

Also I went into this show very skeptical based on all the extreme reactions, positive and negative, it tends to bring out in the theater community.

It was a great show and I can't understand the negativity it seems to bring out in some. I do get the cult following now that I've see the Sci-Fi/YA/Anime aspect.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see a contemporary play just provocative enough, super relevant, and fun, with amazing actors. If you like family drama :)

Don't see it if You don't like relevant stories that make one think about society, privilege, and existentialism.

See it if You speak Yiddish and Hebrew and want to experience more of the Jewish flavor of the characters (or via the supertitles)

Don't see it if You're expecting a relevant show and want a proper Yiddish production.

Also I'm sorry to say, this show was irrelevant; nothing new was brought to it, no strong artistic choices. We didn't need the same rehashed Fiddler from every highschool and community theater.

The whole point of doing a production like this in Yiddish was, as they said, to "bring it home"; but it was painfully obvious that a large number of the cast did not actually speak Yiddish and had merely memorized the lines, which led to shallow, meaningless, deliveries.

They could and should have hired native Yiddish speaking actors and they should have made other strong artistic choices in general.... Read more Read less

See it if You what to see what real theater is supposed to be. Intimate, intense, edgy, confronting you with an issue, making you face truth.

Don't see it if You don't like edgy, very relevant, works that confront the status quo.

See it if You want to see a great work with great acting that's absurd and non traditional but yet also simple and very relatable.

Don't see it if You don't like indie, real, theater.

Also Good work NYR – another masterful production!

See it if You, your family, etc., saw the original movie and know the music.

Don't see it if You're expecting a fun show that stands on it's own or if you're expecting amazing special effects.

Also Disappointing. They didn't even bother making some jokes or lines for the adults to enjoy, like in Aladdin.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see an amazing new play for our times, with incredible acting.

Don't see it if You don't like stories that make you think about race and privilege.

See it if You want to see a great new piece that speaks to the struggle of creating art and personal demons; incredible set, sound, lighting

Don't see it if You want a very well written script. Some was slow and clunky.

See it if You're a fan of Carole King; you want a fun jukebox style musical, not unlike Jersey Boys.

Don't see it if You want a proper story; don't like slow and boring first acts.

See it if You want a great Play with amazing acting, staging, and reimagining. A wonderful, funny, and profound script, that's very relevant.

Don't see it if It's hard for you to follow older, non-american, plays with older forms of dialect

See it if You want to see female history and female power told through song

Don't see it if You want more of a proper show with a story, dialogue, and more of a flow.

See it if You want to see a very contemporary, new work that's extremely relevant and moving; you want to see a great ensemble of actors.

Don't see it if You want a well directed, fully developed, play.

See it if You want to see: A wonderfully arranged classic that's easily understandable; some epic ensemble numbers; amazing set and staging.

Don't see it if You don't like the older, patriarchal works; you don't like above average length musicals.

See it if You want to be mesmerized by a classic; you want to see some of the most beautiful ballet choreography on Broadway; you like surrealism

Don't see it if You don't like dance heavy show; you don't like classical Broadway; you don't like legit singing; you don't like surrealism

See it if You want to experience a masterpiece of theater and art; from every word of dialogue, to every stage direction.

Don't see it if You don't like commentary on love, politics, philosophy, religion, society, racism, morals, justice, and gay.

Also This is honestly one of the best pieces of theater, or of any art, I have ever experienced.

It was so absorbing that it did not feel long at all; the time flew by and I only wish there was more.

One of my favorite parts of the work is how the lines between reality, symbolism, metaphor, and hallucination, are blurred.

It's powerful, profound, and moving.... Read more Read less

See it if You like pop/singer-songwriter musicals; you want a contemporary, fun, and light story.

Don't see it if You want a very memorable score with hit tunes; you want a 'broadway' musical with tap numbers, etc.

See it if You like experimental theater.

Don't see it if You like stories told in a standard way

Also In my opinion, this play has a lot more development to go through, including the script itself.... Read more Read less

See it if You want an amazing, creative, funny, moving, and very contemporary story on our current sociopolitical culture.

Don't see it if You don't like "cute" (it's definitely an adult show, with adult language, but they do use puppetry, very creatively I might add).

Also The sound was poorly designed/managed. I am shocked given the caliber of New World Stages and a show such as this. Many lyrics, phrases, and in fact whole sections of voice, were occasionally not made heard above the music.... Read more Read less

See it if You like pop musicals; you like drag queens; you want to have a blast at a more adult themed musical.

Don't see it if You only like Broadway/Jazz/Legit style musicals.

Also I've have a lot of fun at other Broadway shows before - but they've always been "family friendly" shows. Not there's anything wrong with that, but the storyline/message are very simplistic. What I liked about Kinky Boots was that it was so fun, but more nuanced and thoughtful – for adults. Like real life, there's no villain, right/wrong. It's just journeying with the characters through the story as they develop. But in a very fun and light way – not heavy and dark.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see a new musical with really good modern ballet intertwined

Don't see it if you want a clear story-line and traditional musical

See it if you like one man shows; you want to see something completely different, about authenticity and emotional healing; you want to be read :)

Don't see it if you don't like one man shows; you don't like audience participation (though very little pressure)

Also the unique thing about this Empath was his humility and healthy dose of skepticism. The show does a great job in storytelling and inspiring regardless of your belief system.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see a well written, relevant, fun and emotional gay themed play; with a good balance between comedy and drama

Don't see it if if you don't like family drama

See it if you want to see a truly contemporary queer story told creatively and poetically (though not Shakespearean).

Don't see it if you don't like non-traditional stories, storylines, and if you want a full length and fully developed play.

Also This is my second performance at LCT3 and I am now in love with them. Their whole mission and model is just refreshing and inspiring.... Read more Read less

See it if you like rhythm, want a family friendly show

Don't see it if you're looking to be thoroughly entertained. many parts are slow, boring, and repetitive.

See it if You're a fan of HP or if you like Fantasy in general; you want to see some epic staging, special effects, with great acting/story too.

Don't see it if You don't like HP, fantasy, YA style stories.

Also Anthony Boyle (Scorpio Malfoy) stole the show. Also, Scorpio so deserves to be gay. SMH at the playwrights/producers...... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see some classic Broadway. Jazz, Fosse, Sex, Drama.

Don't see it if You want a traditional story plot and fast moving show. This is a revue, vaudeville, type show.

Also Too long. Some low energy numbers.

See it if You want to see the classic, with some amazing singing.

Don't see it if You don't like abstract short works of songs that aren't connected.

See it if You want to see a very important historical work that's easily understandable.

Don't see it if You're expecting a super contemporary piece that "could have been written today" with our current progress.

Also The fact that this story was written in and about the pre-Stonewall era is not a negative. Many great works are great because they shine a light on a specific era and its issues. That's it. It really is that simple.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see a new work and this incredible untold story.

Don't see it if You don't like indie theater

Also Staging was very creative and fun!

[I avoided further comments on production since they are in their first previews :) ]... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see a good solo performance; you are interested in psychedelics, or OCD/mental health.

Don't see it if If the subject matter doesn't interest you.

Also Saw this with Michael Tyler who was phenomenal. The directing and blocking was very good for the most part, but scene transitions, and then the end of the performance, were too confusing, especially with the lights darkening and music.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to go on a long and profound journey with an amazing ensemble.

Don't see it if You can't handle long, cerebral, works; especially older ones where the dialect/speech is harder to follow.

Also Who am I to criticize a great playwright; I do think this work could have been shortened while still maintaining the integrity of the story and message. Still, it was very moving and profound.... Read more Read less

See it if You like classic rock; to hear some epic Classical–Rock mashups;

Don't see it if You're expecting a jukebox Musical with acting and story. This is a concert

Also This was a fun and moving fusion of classic rock and classical/opera. It's kind of a "Jukebox Musical", like Jersey Boys and Beautiful, only without the sappy acting fillers between the songs.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see a cool contemporary play at a very nice non-profit theater. This is the stuff Theatre is built on.

Don't see it if You want a fully developed piece.

See it if If you like Shakespeare, or any word play, sociopolitical commentary; if you like having (or watching others have) a fun time with drinks

Don't see it if You don't want a party show and mature themes; if you don't like the premise

See it if You're Jewish; you want an interesting off-broadway experience; see and hear a few incredible actresses

Don't see it if You don't like predictable, rehashed, stories

See it if You want to see a good fun show; if you've ever been religious or know someone who is.

Don't see it if You don't want hear swear words and critical thinking about religion; you're looking for a more realistic, life-like, show.

See it if You want to see a intimate, sweet, and moving musical; you are a fan of Harvey Milk and support LGBTQ; you're Jewish

Don't see it if You don't like cliches; though I must say this show worked them very well and it was ultimately quite profound and moving

See it if You want to have a fun, light-hearted, show with lots of funny sex talk and jokes.

Don't see it if You don't like audience participation.

See it if You want to see some probably the most detailed and creative set ever; you want a cast and story predominantly by and about POC.

Don't see it if You don't like cliches; you want a memorable score.

See it if You like Jewish culture; if you liked Fiddler and Falsettos; if you want to discover a cute gem of a musical.

Don't see it if You don't like the Mufti's style of simple productions; if you don't like "undeveloped" projects; if you don't like cute/fun stories.

Also Such a wonderful and intimate, production, cast, characters, and singing. Was a real joy!... Read more Read less

See it if You like plays with an unchanging set, small casts, and very strong characters and relationships.

Don't see it if You don't like plays without "action"; if you don't like any enigmatic elements (though most of the play follows a storyline).

See it if You like experimental Theater; you like poetic.

Don't see it if You only prosaic Theater, with a clear story; if you don't like enigmatic shows.

Also The acting, staging, sound, and special effects, were all amazing. The show is obviously very deep and personal, but it was way too slow, and the monologues were torturously so. Still, it's nice to experience and support "raw Theater" and art like this, and not only partake of the hyper-palatable shows.... Read more Read less

See it if If you're a fan of the original movie; If you want to see the famous "magic carpet" staging and some very funny scenes with the genie.

Don't see it if If you want theater that's moving; if you want story and song full of emotion.

Also This was one the most disappointing Broadway shows I have ever experienced.

During Act I, I was bored out of my mind. Act II was an improvement but still lacking the energy I expect from a Broadway Theater experience. The saving grace of the show is The Genie. The Genie steals and saves the entire show.

Honestly, if you're looking for a great family friendly show, with story and song full of emotion, get tickets to SpongeBob, Frozen, or Lion King.... Read more Read less