See it if you want to see outstanding acting by the entire cast. Great direction. Great script. Intense. Moving. I recommend it.
Don't see it if you are looking for a fun, fluffy show. The story about born again serial killer & the trial of a man who decides justice for a cult leader.
See it if you’re unfamiliar w/ Guirgis—solid production of an established hit. The writing makes a strong impression & whets the appetite for more.
Don't see it if you’re uninterested in a play re spiritual redemption; someone you know was killed in a violent crime; you want to identify w/ characters. Read more
See it if raises big questions re religion & redemption; brilliantly staged like prize fight w 2 prisoners in adjacent cells trading verbal punches
Don't see it if ending where prisoner accepts responsibility 4 crime works in concept, tho feels inauthentic; binary good/bad jail guards is facile Read more
See it if You like well acted, well written dramas that raise more questions than they answer.
Don't see it if You think you would dislike a play that largely involves debates about crime, punishment, guilt and redemption.
See it if you want to see a great script well acted
Don't see it if you don't like plays about incarceration or are looking for something light
See it if You want to see great acting, on tough subjects, with a tight cast.
Don't see it if You’re looking for a perfect story. The ending JUST missed elevating this from good to great, but a must see anyway.
See it if What an incredible piece of theatre this was! Too bad crap theatre on Broadway almost never amounts to work Off-Broadway like this
Don't see it if Everyone in this whole country should see this. Especially Trump. Read more
See it if Masterful use of language in this 5 character play. Guirgis is skillful at capturing the language of the characters. Topical. Fun at times.
Don't see it if If you want a 90 minute comedy. Drama about incarceration.