See it if you like poetic language performed by a strong cast
Don't see it if you don’t like quasi-stereotype characters or misogynistic men
See it if you want to see Ntozake Shange's work adapted and directed by her sister with nice music compositions and interesting choreography.
Don't see it if you do not like conflict and a central character who uses people to no end. An extremely long first act at almost 2 hours is difficult.
See it if You want to see top rate acting
Don't see it if If you are patient because it’s slow!
See it if The work of Ntozake Shange interests.
Don't see it if Relationships in 1977, misogyny and the Black Arts Movement at the time hold no interest. Read more
See it if You're a fan of Ntozake Shange, whose works can be profane but difficult
Don't see it if You're not ready to think a little during the performance
See it if You love the writings of Ntozake Shange with her poetic phrasing and floral dialogue. Actors did a great job with the material given.
Don't see it if Direction and staging plays is an integral part of your personal enjoyment. This play was way too long and needs editing. Read more
See it if you want to see a 1977 period piece with occasional powerful interludes of prose; don't cringe at some outdated female 'archetypes,"
Don't see it if you expect that this revised, refocused version of a 40 year old play to be an improvement over the original Read more
See it if You like overacting, unnecessary dancing and movement, simple story line made to be confusing
Don't see it if You do not like overacting, unnecessary dancing and movement, simple story line made to be confusing
"While the play at times seems overheated...the energy and passion of the actors help carry it along...Bayeza has obtained fascinating and full bodied performances from her cast of five, but her technique and blocking still seem somewhat rudimentary.
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Score: 65% "The dialogue is part prose and part poetry and has a lovely richness to it. Unfortunately, it is lost to over staging, music, and dance."
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