See it if you want to see a show about a man who's queer, black and overweight. It's unapologetically honest. The protagonist is complex and human.
Don't see it if you're uncomfortable with strong language. The story is frank and graphic in its treatment of sex, race, religion, and many other issues.
See it if You appreciate authentic, creative, depressing AND uplifting drama. Clever but first half is stronger.
Don't see it if You prefer traditional, linear storytelling and aren’t interested in ‘queer’ lives. Read more
See it if You like contemporary musicals with political undertones and pathos.
Don't see it if You only like traditional musicals with old-fashioned messages.
See it if you like challenging theater that uses racial stereotyping and absurd symbolism to push the audience to understand deep inside thoughts.
Don't see it if you can't handle crude language or overt sexual acts on stage. Funny parts are not light. A deep autobiography about a gay black artist
See it if You appreciate talent! Also, very clever writing and inventive ways of telling story.
Don't see it if you have problems with simulated sex on stage.
See it if You enjoy top musical talent that's not overproduced and are looking for content that might challenge your perspective.
Don't see it if Candid stories about self loathing, gay sex, being overweight and racial descrimination are too off putting or may be tough for you to watch Read more
See it if This is not a conventional musical. It is harsh and heartbreaking and very honest.
Don't see it if You aren't comfortable with explicit discussions of gay sex.
See it if you like innovative, funny, serious, powerful musicals about character trying to belong within gay culture & African-American religiosity,
Don't see it if uncomfortable with graphic descriptions of gay life or criticism of conservative Christianity, actors playing multiple overlapping roles Read more