Cyrano (NJ) NJ Reviews and Tickets

85%

(19 Reviews)

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Members say

Great acting, Clever, Funny, Entertaining, Great staging

About the Show

In Two River Theater's new adaptation of the classic comedy and romance, Jason O’Connell ("Noises Off" and "The Merry Wives of Windsor") leads a five-person cast as the brilliant thinker, wordsmith, and swordsman.

From the show:

“This Cyrano is a mischievously clever concoction brimming with romance, comedy, tragedy and ticklish farce all at once.” —On Stage

Filled with wit and heart, this exuberant adaptation of the classic play Cyrano de Bergerac is a delightful combination of comedy and romance. Jason O’Connell (Two River’s Noises Off and The Merry Wives of Windsor) leads a five-person cast as the larger-than-life Cyrano, the brilliant thinker, wordsmith, and swordsman. He’s a thorny romantic with an outsized reputation and a barely contained love for his childhood sweetheart, Roxane (Britney Simpson). Meredith McDonough will direct this co-production with the Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, which will also feature Luis Quintero (Christian), George Merrick (De Guiche, Montfleury) and Nance Williamson (La Bret, Duenna).

Member Reviews (19)

Disappointing, Slow, Romantic, Ambitious, Clever

See it if You are a fan of reduced cast productions of classic plays, this has only 5 actors

Don't see it if You expect Rostand, this adaptation bounces between comedy and drama awkwardly , don't expect Fiasco or Bedlam .

Ambitious, Delightful, Slow, Quirky, Confusing

See it if you want to see good, albeit unknown, actors for a reasonable price

Don't see it if you are expecting the standard telling of the story

Ambitious, Great acting, Funny, Clever

See it if you want to see a contemporary adaptation that is clever, yet at times over the top. Great Acting

Don't see it if if you are a classics purist

Great acting, Refreshing, Romantic, Entertaining, Funny

See it if want to see a pleasant and mostly funny new adaptation of Rostand acted by a small game cast; "Bedlam light"

Don't see it if want more poetry and more theatrical surprises

Awkward inclusion of contemporary songs/references, Below two rivers usual standards, Underwhelming cast, Little cleverness, Scattershot

See it if love Cyrano and simply MUST see the balcony scene again. This was my 3rd time seeing a production and that's the only memorable scene.

Don't see it if are expecting a charming farce. The humor is forced and the adaptation a missed opportunity. Actors are fine, but below TRT usual quality.

Must see, Masterful, Refreshing, Great acting, Absorbing

See it if You want enjoy an energetic adaption of this wonderful play

Don't see it if You don’t like outstanding acting and don’t want to be engaged in every minute of this play

Great acting, Funny, Entertaining, Delightful, Clever

See it if You like classical theater cleverly presented with excellent acting by a small cast.

Don't see it if You are looking for a contemporary, edgy night of theater.

Entertaining, Intelligent, Funny, Great acting, Refreshing

See it if You enjoy the classics with minimal updating. Also if you like comedy and swordplay.

Don't see it if You want a modernization to today or if you hate costumed pieces Read more

Critic Reviews (3)

"'CYRANO' at Two River Theater is a Brilliant Adaptation of the Classic French Tale"
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"'Cyrano' is a revised classic filled with romance, humor, and panache"
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"Meredith McDonough’s direction is flawless, often brilliant, when it comes to on stage costume changes, entrances and exits, and the opening and closing business. Don’t be late, trust me."
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