Hamlet. A Version

See it if You want to see a play that rewrites Hamlet. Shakespeare has nothing to worry about.

Don't see it if You think there is no need to alter Hamlet.

See it if you don't have a preconceived notion of what Hamlet should look like on stage; you like your Shakespeare to be entertaining and accessible.

Don't see it if you want to hear the original text - this isn't that, which is to this production's benefit imho but YMMV.

Also Overall, I found this remarkably successful. As far as I understand, this is some sort of back translation of Mr. Akunin's Russian adaptation into English. The plot generally stays very close to the original; a few plot twists feel rather gratuitous but are also fairly minor and do not significantly change the characters or their motivations. The modern translation makes the play much more accessible and, gasp, entertaining - it does have a feel of a detective story, which I guess is Mr. Akunin's trademark.... Read more Read less

See it if ..you like alternative history or detective novels. The show is worthy and only 1h 40min and $18 so perfect for an affordable night out

Don't see it if ..you think Shakespeare is sacred. You don't like CG scenery.

See it if It is like no other play running in NYC now. It is a fresh, compelling take on HAMLET. A gorgeous production.

Don't see it if There's no reason not to see it. Check it out before it closes.

See it if The production is a great combination of traditional theater and technical innovation.

Don't see it if You don't like theater. :-)