Assistants: The Musical

See it if you like stories of youthful ambition in entertainmt world. Actor, writer, agent, producer strive. Many songs! Melodies similar, lyrics meh.

Don't see it if you want important, insightful script. But strg performances (esply 2 gals). Room to cut; lags too often. Rich guy not believable. Gd band.

See it if you enjoy young talent working hard to deliver - all four have good voices, one has great comedic talent and the plot is clever.

Don't see it if you expect songs that will remain with you - most seem to have the same sound. Set is a bit amateurish and at 2 hours a few spots lag.

See it if You’re looking for a nice easy musical Devil Wears Prada type of situation.

Don't see it if You’re looking for a more serious musical entertainment.

See it if a goofy musical w/ tongue-in-cheek characters sung by talented young actors appeals. Sure to be charmed by this spunky, charming ensemble!

Don't see it if you need elaborate sets, less cliched story lines and lyrics, posher venue (tho the AC was great). May find scene transitions clunky & slow.

See it if you enjoy romantic musical comedies; seeing talented newcomers perform--singing was especially good; supporting young playwright.

Don't see it if you dislike romantic musical comedies, prefer fully-staged, polished productions.

Also The plot was somewhat trite but there were many good, funny lines. Execution was very good and all the voices were good. One quibble--some of the lyrics were very fast paced, and I had to really strain to understand them--and still missed a few lines. This seemed to be due to a combination of overly loud musical accompaniment; a sound system that was too amped up for a small, half-filled theatre, and a failure to fully enunicate their lines by some of the performers. That said, while the performers need some seasoning, they are talented. Belen Moyano is someone to keep an eye on; with a few breaks she could become a major star.... Read more Read less

See it if If you enjoy listening to the work of an inexperienced production team and cast with significant raw talent

Don't see it if you only want "finished" products.

Also This show may have risen to its top level, but everyone involved seems to promise more. If you want to say "I remember when..." see this show.

Belen Moyano seems to have the most promise of becoming a major star, but even she shows her lack of experience.

It would be wonderful to see more work by the cast and production team and watch their development.... Read more Read less

See it if the singing/acting are not bad. The young and engaged cast is saving this otherwise non-memorable show. Several funny moments/lines.

Don't see it if you dislike generic and forgettable music, cliched stories and overall amateurish productions. Light and fluffy but completely non-ambitious

See it if the topic of lives of celebrity assistants holds interest for you.

Don't see it if you are looking for a polished, well-crafted story and production.

See it if If you like musicals with no innovation. Very nice music with great singers.

Don't see it if Plot was very predictable.

See it if you know someone in the Cast or Crew!

Don't see it if you're looking for a point or a great score!

See it if Shabby space saved by 4 talented young actors (mostly nyc debut) ; great casting; covers lots of elements: love, competition, family..

Don't see it if One bulb burnt and created smoke but unplugged on time; no chemistry between the two “falling in love”; many stairs to basement toilet..

Also Provides some insights of the bottom of Hollywood food chain, but nothing unexpected; the girl playing “Liz” is a great comedian who cracks the audience up with her “audition scenes” :)... Read more Read less

See it if want to see 4 wonderful singers performing "High School Musical" level songs. Funny at times.

Don't see it if expect better plot, want lyrics to be not that primitive

See it if You like musical comedy, the songs are easy on the ear

Don't see it if You want to see a deep and serious story

See it if you like uncomplicated musical revues with a theme, despite a bare minimum of story. A fun, entertaining time with very good vocal talent.

Don't see it if you prefer a story you can sink you're teeth into, as this is more like a collection of songs with occasional dialogue between. Still fun.

See it if you enjoy getting in on the ground floor of new, talented song writers. Much of it is extremely inventive.

Don't see it if you can't take on board some rough patches that come from the work of new writers.

See it if you like musicals

Don't see it if you dont like one up manship

See it if If you want be entertained w/ a light hearted funny musical. Enjoy talented singers/actors. A Rest from blockbusters and profanity.

Don't see it if If you want a dark drama, Political bashing, Disney staging, power plays with shocking language.

Also I walked out of the show smiling. 4 talented singers/actors w/ Limited staging/ props put on an entertaining musical where they all shined.
To those who made their Debut-I’m sure we will be seeing a lot of them!... Read more Read less

See it if If you enjoy seeing talented young people and a score with bright and witty lyrics to great music this is a show for you

Don't see it if If you only enjoy splashy broadway musicals in large venues and don't appreciate the intimacy of a smaller space

See it if Entertaining Musical featuring four talented young actors. Good singing and acting and show tunes were quite catchy.

Don't see it if You prefer a full Broadway musical.

See it if you like musicals. The actors were great, well cast, especially Ben Diamond.

Don't see it if you expect a real BROADWAY musical. I found the lyrics lacking.

See it if you want a light, comic musical with decent music and fine singers.

Don't see it if you want a clear and satisfying conclusion to your show.

Also The four cast members have great voices and worked their best as harmonic groups. There were some good comic moments especially by the girl going on the auditions (good comic timing). However, I was confused at the end and let down by what I understood. As an example the only truly tragic occurrence in the plot was treated so lightly, it did not make sense.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see a light, funny and imaginative musical, simple but effective scenery

Don't see it if You only enjoy big production numbers or fun musicals

See it if you want to see a new musical that tells the story of the unsung heroes of Hollywood. Especially funny for those who have worked in LA.

Don't see it if you're not really interested in the film industry. Even if you're not, though, you will have a great time with these characters!

See it if you like cleverly-written, catchy musical numbers and simple, straightforward plots that are poking fun at the daily lives of PAs.

Don't see it if you want to see something with fancy sets, costumes, and choreography or would like to see a show that has a satisfying ending.

Also This show was, quite honestly, one of the best I've seen from a small production in a while. However, the ending absolutely tanked my score for it. After the final number, I sat in my seat for a good few minutes, assuming it was the intermission. It was only when I double-checked my Playbill that I realized it was, in fact, only one act. Yes - many shows can be effective in one act. This show, though, was not. It certainly needed a second act in order to feel complete and satisfying. There were multiple plot threads set up that never reached conclusions, and the show literally ends as 3 of the characters are all roped into the 4th's secret scheme for personal success. If you want to know where that scheme goes and if any of the characters will achieve their goals, you'll be sorely disappointed. That being said, the actors gave their absolute all and shined on stage with what they were given. Overall, the show was extremely entertaining, but felt unfinished.... Read more Read less

See it if You enjoy great talent in a new show. This show was delightful surprise. I can see this expanded for Broadway.

Don't see it if You do not like musicals.