Made in America

See it if You want see a fun campy show with heart and intelligence. Such an unexpected format and so delightful. What a wonderful show!

Don't see it if You are uncomfortable with exploring very light race themes and stereotypes

See it if you need an uplifting cultural experience that is clever and spot on, exceptional performances and writing, great design and staging.

Don't see it if you are not in the mood for a uplifting experience that involves the exploration of racism and immigration, americas laughs at itself.

See it if … you want a refreshing night of unexpected entertainment. Use of humor to explore societal issues. Great staging and nice slow reveals.

Don't see it if … you can't laugh at common American stereotypes, or are unwilling to see America from the eyes of foreigners

See it if One screenwriter strives to write an American hero without clichés; the other edits what he can to make the script sellable.

Don't see it if your taste is for more caustic satire. This is actually a thoughtful, ambitious premise but it goes down easy.

Also A great idea and great show. There are a lot of standup quips throughout, but the most hilarious part is actually the unedited version of the movie they are pitching.

This is acted like a sketch but engineered like a play, so it’s as light or weighty as you want to make it.... Read more Read less

See it if You care about “American’s identity/image through foreign eyes”; a satire smartly staged in a restaurant/bar; partly moving, mostly funny

Don't see it if $12 minimum bothers you; a montage of many cliched stereotypical dialogues/plots (but somewhat works at the end); high cold stool hurts ass

See it if You like shows that are about cultural difference and how US culture is perceived abroad.

Don't see it if You don't like two drink minima.

See it if You are interested in the political climate around immigration. The plot is non linear and very creative.

Don't see it if You like a typical straight play. It’s not staged on a stage, it’s throughout the audience.

See it if You are interested in exploring race& immigration issues but are tired of victim stories & enjoy layers

Don't see it if If you are hearing difficulties or would not enjoy a nightclub setting. That attracted me but not for everyone.

See it if You like spoofs, you like actors in the audience, you like camp

Don't see it if You want something serious and slick

Also A super fun night of entertainment, making some points but not hammering them too hard... Read more Read less

See it if You like to laugh, have a good time. There is drama, music, dancing, funny remarks about American culture from point of two Malaysian artist

Don't see it if You want serious play, heavy accent , minimum food/drink order bothers you (although it is a great venue)

See it if you want to be in a classic nightclub setting where an unconventional gaggle of actors embed themselves in the audience to create mayhem

Don't see it if This show could only work in Joe's Pub which is why I went. Some dialogue was inaudible due to improper placement of mikes.

See it if You are forgiving and would just enjoy a nice night out at this venue. If you would like some humor and to see some fun performances.

Don't see it if You are expecting something insightful about race, Americans, Hollywood, and everything else they make it out to be in the advertising.

Also I was really disappointed. The worst thing about it was that you never got a sense of why either version of the film these two wanted to produce had a point. What it was missing the most was any kind of personal connection that either character had to the reason why each wanted to a) make a film or b) tell the story in each of the divergent ways they wanted to. It was uneven as well. The last 5 minutes made me realize that the creators DID indeed have something specific in mind and interesting thoughts and viewpoints! The problem was that their feelings weren’t explained or fleshed out in the entire show. Also, there were a lot of cheap laughs that didn’t serve anything. I don’t know, I expected more seeing the backing that they had and the fact that it was at this particular venue. What a disappointment. On top of that, the two drink minimum. Not worth your time.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see a theater experience redefined and if you are up to speed with politically savvy work

Don't see it if Can't really think of a reason one would not want to watch this show. I guess the 2 drink minimum could be a deterrent