Chotto Desh

See it if You want to experience a wonderful theatrical hour. You love exquisite dance, music, creativity, gorgeous animation, storytelling. Just go.

Don't see it if You want straightforward narrative, not willing to venture into fantasy, don't like solo pieces, aren't a fan of culturally-infused dance.

Also I found this weepingly beautiful. There are some mildly scary moments (the reason why it's not recommended for kids under 10,) but the kids at the performance I saw were involved, attentive, and thrilled by it. They also got a great introduction to dance theater and a glimpse at different cultural experiences.. This may be billed as children's theater, but I was in a party of three adults, and we all loved it.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see exquisite dance tell a deep and touching story throgh a mix of magical characters, lighting, music, and sound effects.

Don't see it if you don't modern story telling through dance

Also This show is not for kids only. I think it can be appreciated at different levels for adults and children (not toddlers).

The fluidness of the dance moved me as did the mix of different cultures, and feeling the magic unfold as lighted characters and objects danced across the stage.... Read more Read less

See it if you'd love an hour-long theater about cultural differences and parent-child relationships expressed in the form of dance and amazing visuals

Don't see it if you want more dialogue-heavy shows

See it if you'd enjoy a coming-of-age tale about the son of immigrants, grappling with his identity. Uniquely expressed through modern dance.

Don't see it if you *really* hate dance. I'm not a dance person but I loved it! You want something hard-hitting. This is a family show and quite gentle.

Also Even though it's at New Victory, I'd recommend going even if you don't have kids. So good!... Read more Read less

See it if you like dance-theater.

Don't see it if you feel you don't understand the language of dance.

See it if you want to be visually entertained and awed by an amazing physical spectacle, coupled with a sweet if not deep story.

Don't see it if you are looking for new ideas--the tropes here are fairly well-worn but presented in an utterly unique and dynamic way.

See it if you enjoy storytelling, whimsy, clever graphics, artful yet accessible dance, and a father-son tale.

Don't see it if you can't sit for an hour

See it if Great solo performance

Don't see it if Do not like solo performance