Breeders

See it if you like lively,imaginative scripts. You'll have fun with the gay couple about to adopt AND the hamster couple expecting their first litter.

Don't see it if you only enjoy realism. This creative. wacky piece gets a bit strained (eg "hypothetical" convo falters) but mostly it hits both head/heart.

Also All the actors did well (I found Mickey a bit wooden, but the hamsters were delightful). The action was well-staged (altho a more efficient device than turning the couch around sh be found). Overall, a fun, fast-paced 80 minutes.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see something really different that feels completely real and truthful and current about what is usually taboo to discuss.

Don't see it if You can’t walk up four flights of stairs. It’s worth the climb. I loved this show.

See it if Dark comedy about how the process of becoming a parent can make people crazy and change their relationships. Creative, deep and funny.

Don't see it if My college-aged kids disliked this play. Perhaps because they couldn't relate?

See it if Oddly amusing & poignant juxapositioning of a gay male couple & a pair of hamsters becoming parents Actors playing hamsters both excellent

Don't see it if While the edgy parallels between the couples proves interesting the conceit starts to lose steam mid-play & momentum slows Worthy effort tho

See it if you want to see a charming and thoughtful play that has a lot going for it, but maybe could have used one more draft.

Don't see it if you can't handle wildly uneven performances. (Both the actors playing hamsters were excellent.)

See it if Some funny scenes with the gay couple

Don't see it if Scenes with the couple dressed as hamsters are childish and excruciating. Lengthy scene changes, boring dialogue. 81 minutes.

See it if you are amused by the comparison of human and animal emotions about children; you enjoy clever animals mixed with serious subject matter.

Don't see it if you like only serious drama or large scale musicals; you are uncomfortable with same sex adoption; you have no imagination.

Also Love is NOT all there is, as these two "couples" find out. The hamsters are adorable and have lessons to teach.... Read more Read less

See it if want to see a great small show that has a chance to make it big

Don't see it if are looking for a big Broadway type production

Also This play is sooo good and so much better than I thought it would be.

See it if Gay boys & their pet hamsters each hsve babies & lots of spats.The actors portraying the hamsters are terrific as are the gay men. Poignant

Don't see it if small production in a loft in Tribeca (elevator available). Sweet, funny, quirky and intelligent. Reminded me a little of Albee's Seascape.

See it if you’d like an intriguing play that questions the possibility of unconditional love & commitment (but still manages to feel rather happy)

Don't see it if you think loving parenthood = most natural thing ever and it inevitably strengthens couples—suggesting otherwise is immature and distasteful

Also Fun, lighthearted, and unexpectedly analytical. This brainteaser of a play is so interesting—both for the questions it asks (whether conflicting romantic ideals can cohabitate in a relationship) and also in how it’s put together (w/ the animals taking the impulses of people to the natural extreme). The familiar, sitcom-like dialog controlled pace and made it easy to flow w/ characters’ reasonings until I caught myself thinking, Whoa, slow down I really want to deconstruct what’s happening to this couple here! A lot to read into if you choose to.

Issues: the actors don’t seem to fully melt into their roles; I didn’t get swept up in emotion or laugh as much as I expected. But I liked the script a lot and how much it explores: mainstream vs. alternative lifestyle; social norms vs. natural desires; does “what’s natural” even matter? There’s something for hopeless romantics and something for the for the rest of us too. The last lines from Jason endeared me to this play.... Read more Read less

See it if You enjoy relationship-centric comedies with a silly, surreal edge. You enjoyed the animal sections of You On The Moors Now.

Don't see it if You want a serious piece.

See it if you want a fresh perspective on being a couple or fatherhood

Don't see it if quirky, small shows aren't for you.

See it if You like productions that examine relationships (both human & animal 😮).

Don't see it if You're looking for a serious drama or are offended by sexual situations.

See it if A gay couple are watching rodents reproducing while contemplating life and off-spring. The writing is quite solid and entertaining.

Don't see it if The cast is uneven and the director should have more control of the performers & numerous scene changes which kills the mood.

See it if You like a good play, well performed , absorbing and perfectly produced

Don't see it if You have an aversion to gay parenting or animal husbandry

See it if Human and hamsters exploring relationship issues, from amusing to horrifying. Don't expect cute: much darker than it sounds. A real find.

Don't see it if If you think it's for the kids.

See it if you are curious with the emotional dynamics involved with expectant parents -as reflected in the lives of a gay couple & a pair of hamsters.

Don't see it if you don't like gay couples & simulated animals on stage portraying relatable feelings & situations...and if foot fetish makes you squirmish.

Also The minimalist yet neat & stylish stage is made effective and versatile to portray (2) story lines. The small venue makes for a nice intimate setting too. Great performances with a nice balance of rom-com and intense drama.... Read more Read less

See it if you are up for a show that compares how humans and hamsters prepare for the addition of children.

Don't see it if have an issue with gay couples, or can't walk up four long flights of stairs, looking for a fancy production.

See it if enjoy a clever, funny, unusual show - quite enjoyable and entertaining. many moments of laughter

Don't see it if dont appreciate quirky and fun humor

See it if you are up for a play that parallels the life of a Gay couple and their hamsters.

Don't see it if You can't deal with the dark side of nature.

See it if You want to laugh,

Don't see it if If you’re not into gay humor

See it if You enjoy sophomoric dialogue, direction without any purpose and an ugly set.

Don't see it if Expect a modicum of professional theater.

See it if You like small thought provproductions about real life issues told from a comedic perspective

Don't see it if You are uncomfortable with watching a show about relationship issues or if you do not like small productions.

See it if you want to watch a well done satirical play that resonates with now

Don't see it if you're small minded and don't want to see realistic flawed people on stage

See it if you enjoy relationship plays, GREAT acting, great off-off theatre, and hamster sex

Don't see it if you expect a large production. it's small but it works.

Also This was lovely! All four actors were on top of their game. The writing provided unique moments of insight into the human experience. Very funny, very entertaining. The plot moved in a surprising and delightful way.... Read more Read less