Conscience

See it if you want to see a really well done docudrama emphasizing the parallels of McCarthyism to today

Don't see it if you need your "historical" plays to be truly historical instead of using a true framework to create a work of fiction

Also Di Pietro seems to largely "create" the character of Jean McCarthy who we seem to know very little about. But the idea of her being the major "force" "creating" McCarthy's Communist scare services the story postulating how a man seemingly incapable of any original thought and a drunken, womanizing buffoon could become the most dangerous demagogue in America.

The acting and writing is wonderful and the warning about collaborating, (a lesson the world seems incapable of learning) is always pertinent.

"Jean's" line about "why we can't go back to the time like it was when we were children" seems like a throwaway until we realize that she grew up, from 3 to 16, in the Great Depression when life was not good for virtually anyone in the US. False projection is the main cause of dangerous fantasy.

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See it if you want to see a glimpse into two powerful historical figures whose stories are almost parallel to what is happening in politics today

Don't see it if you are scared of watching history repeat itself or are offended by stereotypes of the times

See it if A new take on a sad chapter on history, and a spotlight on an overlooked heroine.

Don't see it if You do not like to travel to New Jersey.

See it if you appreciate well-written and acted dramas or if you have any interest in politics. It's a must-see if you're curious about McCarthy.

Don't see it if you're an unwavering and 100% committed Trump supporter. His name is never mentioned, but the comparisons to him are brilliant.

Also Two big hits from George Street Playhouse in a row. Of course it always starts with having a good script, but the production values at the new NBPAC have elevated GSP to a new higher level. Kudos to the hard-working team at George Street!... Read more Read less

See it if you like smart plays about history and politics that are incredibly timely, with great actors and performances that tell an honest story

Don't see it if you do not like wordy plays that are about politics and the times that we are in, commentary on the government and politicians' lives

See it if you Are interested in politics and the effects of morals, sexism and bravado on the workings of government. The interpersonal relationship

Don't see it if You don’t like plays based on history

Also were so perfectly acted making this play a gem worthy of seeing The creative sets were surpassed only by exquisite performances... Read more Read less

See it if you want to learn about the McCarthy era, an important time in our political history that echoes eerily close to our current situation.

Don't see it if you have no interest in politics, history, thought-provoking plays or great acting. (That means everyone should see it).

See it if you want to see excellent actors in a well-staged play.

Don't see it if you are irritated by too many obvious applause lines.

See it if You have any interest in political history

Don't see it if You don't have any interest in politics, or its hustory

See it if Covered many important topics. Acting is phenomenal. I really enjoyed t.

Don't see it if You are under 18

See it if You are interested in the McCarthy era, but don't know much about the background. Or if you want to know about the first female senator.

Don't see it if You want mindless entertainment.

Also Excellent acting. Some comic relief even though very serious. I had been under the impression that McCarthy really believed that there were communists everywhere in the US. This show sets you straight.... Read more Read less

See it if you at all care about today’s train wreck of political environment, and how McCarthyism history may repeat itself if we are not careful.

Don't see it if you don’t like deep, thought-provoking plays. There are no break-outs of songs here!

See it if Harriet Harris is brilliant. Historical drama, great acting, clever rejoinders and a political polemic that is interesting.

Don't see it if History is not your friend or you don't like great acting, rejoinders with bile, and excellence in crafty dialogue.

See it if You want to see how history repeats itself.

Don't see it if YoI've in denial if history repeats itself.

See it if The acting was superb! A great lesson about a dark period of American history. Harriet Harris was the perfect Margaret Chase Smith!

Don't see it if You don’t care for historical drama.

See it if You are interested in politics and history

Don't see it if If you are a diehard Trump supporter

See it if You enjoy engaging dramas and want to get a glimpse of history skillfully and powerfully portrayed.

Don't see it if You do not enjoy dramas and political history and like big staging

Also Senator Margaret Smith was a woman before her time and spoke her mind. Great performance in which I learned about a dark time in history. See it!!... Read more Read less

See it if See it if...You like a well acted and directed show based on moments in history that parallel current events.

Don't see it if Don't see it if you want to see a musical.

See it if ...you enjoy an intimate play with really great acting and would enjoy an important historical event brought to life.

Don't see it if ...you don't enjoy political stories or if you don't like to see history played out.

Also The actors here are the key to this play's success and they are truly marvelous. The lead actress (Harriet Harris) is amazing in this role. She really commands the stage as Senator Margaret Chase Smith and shows us how tough it was (and still is) for women in politics. This actress really brought the character to life making her believable and relevant both then and now. Her supporting cast was great also. Kudos to the author for showing us why women need to be in politics and why pioneers like Senator Smith need to be remembered and celebrated. Go see this play!... Read more Read less

See it if You like brilliant and riviting storytelling, a fabulous cast, great staging, and a fascinating piece of history. It's a must-see!!

Don't see it if You don't appreciate seeing a stellar piece of theater.

See it if You like excellently acted, fast paced, well written, intelligent drama-tinged with humor and based on historical fact.

Don't see it if you don't believe that history repeats itself, and if you don't believe that anything can be learned by studying your country's history.

Also The playwright lays out very clearly the parallels between the state of divisiveness in the USA in the early 1950s and today, but also shows us that people of integrity can exist within opposing political parties. And those people, such as Margaret Chase Smith, need to be acknowledged particularly in our contentious time.... Read more Read less

See it if History, conflict

Don't see it if Drama, conflict

See it if You like stories related to history.

Don't see it if You want to see a a play that is light hearted and whimsical.

See it if I like historical plays that introduce me to people of courage that are not as well known as most. Best of the season so far in my opinion.

Don't see it if you were looking for a comedy or musical.