Love in Hate Nation

See it if If you enjoy a great score by Joe Iconis in a show with an interesting and novel plot.

Don't see it if If you need to see a very traditional musical with elaborate sets.

Also Joe Iconis’s score itself is worth the trip. His songs are performed by capable singers who take you through a novel story about an era that had a limited view of what a woman should be. The show meandered a bit and its message became somewhat nebulous. However, overall very enjoyable and a worthwhile visit.... Read more Read less

See it if If they like repetitious mayhem.

Don't see it if if you enjoy good theater.

See it if You enjoy an original story, with a 60’s music theme.

Don't see it if You don’t like musicals.

See it if You enjoy LGBTQ shows, also beautiful songs.

Don't see it if You are looking for a more intricate, detailed storyline or you cannot deal with LGBTQ storylines

See it if Great acting and singing and very thought provoking

Don't see it if I thoroughly enjoyed it and can't think of any reason not to see it.t

See it if You like Joe Iconis' great music. You want to see a show with great vocals and a fun story. You like queer love stories and representation!

Don't see it if You're not a fan of girl groups.

See it if You like Motown-inspired music. You liked any of Joe Iconis’ other work. You don’t mind a little camp. You don’t mind an unsubtle message.

Don't see it if You didn’t like Joe Iconis’ other work. You’re not interested in shows about teenagers or queer girls. You want something more subtle.

See it if you want to see new musical theater with a killer score, a very relevant story, and group of kick-ass women sing their heats out.

Don't see it if you think musicals not written by Rodgers & Hammerstein are not worth sitting through.

Also Loved this musical. Hope it makes it to New York!

See it if You enjoy LGBTQ+ themes, enjoy original theatre, 1960's music, musical comedies.

Don't see it if You are currently having a headache (I had one when I saw it)-- there are loud metal banging noises. TW: Suicide, drugs

See it if We thought the premise was great, the songs funny and poignant, and the acting impressive.

Don't see it if you don't like musicals.

See it if This was a captivating show that is relevant in our political/ social climate. Great writing, nicely developed characters, fabulous songs!

Don't see it if Can't think of a reason not to see this!

See it if Fun Fun Fun

Don't see it if U don’t like musicals

See it if First time at the theater. Great,small, relatively new venue. Show was very entertaining.

Don't see it if I didnt see any reason not to see it. 1st 15 minutes I felt like it was going to be a let down; it wasnt.

See it if Joe Iconis' best score yet in a story that's feminist revolution meets one flew over the cuckoo's nest, powerfully performed by a great cast

Don't see it if looking for a classic love story or are turned off by themes of suicide or homosexuality

Also The score, containing at least five show-stoppers, really makes this show, with a mixture of doo-wop, power ballads, and rock. Amina Faye and Kelly McIntyre gave standout performances, Lauren Marcus' Miss Asp was delightfully creepy, and overall there was a lot of talent on stage. I saw this on the 2nd day of previews, and while the book/dialogue was quirky, funny, and original, it was slow at times and could use some tightening up. Some songs in the 2nd act were also a bit loud (as in lyrics were hard to hear). The audience was quick to give an enthusiastic and well-deserved standing ovation.... Read more Read less

See it if You enjoy an original idea for a show. If you like any of Joe Iconis’ other work. Or if you don’t.

Don't see it if Trigger warning; You are easily triggered by mentions of self harm, sexual assault, suicide, violence, etc.

See it if You enjoy creative, original content musicals. This dramatic, rock and roll romance tells the story of girls in the 1960's who don't fit in.

Don't see it if You prefer more traditional musicals

See it if Great singing and talented actors.

Don't see it if Show was too long and story got old after awhile.

See it if You want a new musical about the bad old days and how love and romance triumph, or if you doubt that 'normal' is a real thing.

Don't see it if You're afraid of girls from the future.

Also I was at the first preview, and the show was in great shape. Excited to see it again, as the second act had a few slow spots that they'll probably tighten up in previews!... Read more Read less