Writer/director Felix Rojas brings back his one-man play about brotherly love and the healing power of saying goodbye. More…
When Johnny Gonzales is forced to clean out the apartment of his recently deceased younger brother Cisco, he discovers a treasure chest of personal notes left behind by his sibling. They represent Cisco's innocent interpretation of love, life, and everything in between. When Johnny begins to read these notes, his magical journey begins.
See it if You like one person shows, especially if you're Puerto Rican. Lots of cultural humor but he still connects even if you speak zero Spanish.
Don't see it if You don't like one person shows or shows that don't have a strong story. The anecdotes are funny and moving. The main story not so much.
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See it if You speak fluent Spanish and are able to follow a confusing disjointed storyline
Don't see it if You care about nuanced acting or a coherent storyline, as this poorly acted and high school quality material.
See it if You want to hear about what it was like growing up in the Bronx and being Puerto Rican. You want to laugh and be entertained.
Don't see it if You don't like one man shows. You are not interested in trials and trbulations of growing up Puerto Rican in The Bronx
Also This was so absorbing. I am from the Bronx and I am not Puerto Rican o... Read more Read less
See it if you like genuine, no holds barred drama of growing up black Puerto Rican in The Bronx from 1980s to today, 1 excellent actor in 6+ roles.
Don't see it if you do not like one actor drama, violent and depressing themes, constant dialog that feels like action with none onstage or can't sit 90 min
See it if you enjoy an intense one-man show about growing up in a Puerto Rican family in NY in the 70s
Don't see it if you want a fast paced show with action and more than one character.
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See it if Enjoy solo performance. This one will move you to tears, guffaws and back again. Wonderful story, beautifully portrayed.
Don't see it if Unresolved issues with departed love ones is a trigger.
See it if You enjoy a well acted one person play where the actor plays several roles in a poignant play of family love and loss
Don't see it if You don't like one person plays or small theater. Some crude language but appropriate for the story.
See it if You want to see a great performance about a man's experience growing up in the Bronx in the 70's.
Don't see it if You are not interested in a one man show and might have difficulty understanding some Spanish words and expressions.
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See it if You are Puerto Rican you will love this and if you are not you will still enjoy this if you appreciate hearing family stories expertly told.
Don't see it if You don’t like one man shows.
Also This is a very satisfying theatre experience. At once, funny and sad. ... Read more Read less
See it if you have ever lost a loved one and regret all the things you never did or said... can identify with others in a loss, enjoy laughing
Don't see it if it is hot and muggy as the theater area is HOT. finding humor in one's loss is not your thing.
See it if if you are a person who is interested in other cultures especially the Puerto Rican culture.It was funny,poignant,reminiscent.old school.
Don't see it if if you don't like diverse cultural situations.it was definitely directed to the Spanish culture.If you are a person with limited diversity.
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See it if U like good storytelling by a good writer & can enjoy a solo versatile believable actor who portrays all the characters in this play.
Don't see it if If U are not keen on one actor plays. U are not interested in Puertp Rican related stories or the Bronx. U prefer changing stage sets.
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See it if You are Latin it will hit home. Even if you aren't Latin it is very funny.
Don't see it if You want a serious play.
See it if enjoy a play about Puerto Rican brotherly love which is well written. about a brother's discovery of his dead brothers life and loves.
Don't see it if you are sensitive to themes of death, or recently lost a close family member. It can be very emotional. The MC was confusing and needed work
See it if you think you'd like a one-person show where a Puerto Rican man from the Bronx talks about growing up and his relationship with his brother.
Don't see it if you are impatient about hearing a person's story--sprinkled with Spanish terms--for about an hour and forty-five minutes.
See it if You're a fan of brilliant one-person shows with heart and depth.
Don't see it if If you don't want to be entertained.
See it if You like one man show and enjoy a good actors ability to play various characters. Andres "Chulisi" Rodriguez was great, funny, poignant.
Don't see it if There is really no reason not to see this play. A good time can be had by all who see it.
See it if GEAT PERFORMANCE . FUNNY . A MUST SEE SHOW .
Don't see it if N/A
See it if You understand what it was to grow up Puerto Rican in the 70' 80's and the seriousness that families faced
Don't see it if Your sensitive on matters that Hispanic families face or you dislike one man shows
See it if you're Latino and grew up in a Hispanic house hold poor but you didn't know you were poor. You'll love this!
Don't see it if if you're not interested in different culture and are not really fond of one man show.
See it if you want comedy regarding being Hispanic and growing up issues and a gentle treatment of the loss of a sibling
Don't see it if you don't understand about being Hispanic
See it if you like one man shows about culturally diverse backgrounds. That take you on a deep and personal journey.
Don't see it if you like shows with big sets and lots of costume changes. Or are looking for a traditional play with a large cast.
See it if You want to learn or can relate to Puerto Rican culture
Don't see it if Want to see a musical
See it if You enjoy one-man shows that tackle tough topics with tears and humor
Don't see it if You are not Hispanic and have no interest in or appreciation for other cultures.
See it if I saw this play at the Public Theater and it was well acted and I loved the clever way they used the center of the room as the stage.
Don't see it if If you don't care for Shakespeare.