A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
About the show
The Heights Players revives Stephen Sondheim's joyous, musical romp through Rome with desperate lovers, scheming neighbors, and secrets behind every toga. More…
Pseudolus, a crafty slave, struggles to win the hand of a beautiful, but slow-witted, courtesan named Philia for his young master, Hero, in exchange for freedom. The plot twists and turns with cases of mistaken identity, slamming doors, not to mention a showgirl or two. 'A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum' takes comedy back to its roots, combining situations from time-tested, 2,000-year-old comedies of Roman playwright Plautus with the infectious energy of classic vaudeville. The score features favorites such as "Lovely," "Everybody Ought to Have a Maid," and "Comedy Tonight."
Member Reviews (15)
MEMBERS SAY:
See it if you like Nathan lane and a good comedy that keeps you laughing very good staging
Don't see it if if you don t like slaps stick
See it if You want to see a well known Sondheim musical performed by a very talented cast
Don't see it if You don't want to come to a theater in Brooklyn even though this Brooklyn Heights theater is close to many subway lines
See it if You want to laugh.
Don't see it if You don't have a sense of humor.
See it if You enjoy a classic stage and silver screen production.
Don't see it if You are looking for something different and unique.
See it if You’re the mood for a light hearted play.
Don't see it if If you’re looking for thought provoking
See it if You love to laugh.
Don't see it if You prefer a serious show.
See it if you like to re-visit old musicals
Don't see it if if you think it might be better than the old version.
See it if You want a fun evening out!
Don't see it if You are boring
See it if For someone who enjoys satire and puns this is a fantastic show. The story is easy to follow and the music blends everything together.
Don't see it if It definitely requires that you enjoy a certain type of humor. If satire isn't your thing this show probably isn't either.
See it if you like to giggle nonstop
Don't see it if you are a very serious and only appreciate drama
See it if loved it, see it if you want to leave the theatre in a great mood
Don't see it if dont know the background story
See it if Thought it was a great play, witty and charming. Left feeling happy.
Don't see it if You don't enjoy great comedy.
See it if How can you go wrong with Sondheim, Nathan Lane and Mark Linn-Baker. This show had me laughing at every turn. Fourth wall breaking is a hoot
Don't see it if Nothing to put here. Don’t see it if you don’t have a sense of humor?
See it if there's nothing else available
Don't see it if you don't like the performers
See it if Anyone that loves fun and farce with great music
Don't see it if You don't like top drawer entertainment
