Miss Julie (Matthew Corozine Studio)

See it if you have the patience to strain to understand the words & you want to see an original spin on a classic. Young actors & director trying hard

Don't see it if you don't like adaptations of classics or you're expecting polished performances or high production values.

See it if you'll enjoy an amateur production. (This wasn't as good as many college productions.) You want to see an adaptation of a famous play.

Don't see it if you don't want to watch a bad adaptation truncated so much it makes no sense. You think a director should reign in overacting.

See it if You'd like to see Lucas's take on Strindberg, support live theatre & support young actors as they develop their technique in a small venue.

Don't see it if Hearing dialogue is a concern; even in the 4th row of a tiny studio, actors were rendered invisible by poor vocal projection/presence.

Also Lack of vocal projection & the technique that makes it possible is a widespread problem in today's theatre, & this production's a good example.
Gabby Aris, a young actor in her directorial debut, has made some interesting choices—which might have worked if everyone could be clearly heard all the time; but without guidance or amplification, all faded in & out in a quiet buzz, causing the narrative, plot & emotional arcs to wander.
The actor's basic tool is her or his body; the full command of it, physical & vocal, is what everything—motivations, presence—is built on & made possible by. Microphones are a useful tool, but their use shouldn't be depended on or assumed. An audience should be able to hear what's going on, especially in a small space; & just because a space is small, it shouldn't be assumed that the actors can be heard.
There was a time when actors could pull off a "stage whisper" unassisted. It may never come up, but a good skill to have; Patrick Stewart, anyone?... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see a textually updated (Craig Lucas) version of a classic Strindberg play. Also if you enjoy a good one piece set & cello music

Don't see it if you don't enjoy a lot of shouting. Volume was mostly either super loud or barely audible. Also if you enjoy more subtlety in performances.

See it if you know someone connected with the production and you want to be a supportive friend.

Don't see it if you want to experience Strindberg's classic. The acting in this production is not nearly strong enough to sustain it.

See it if you're a fan of the play itself and are interested in small productions of it

Don't see it if you aren't interested in the play, prefer more lighthearted stories

See it if You like the play, you can put aside how archaic the social norms of the universe are, you like watching sexual/gender politics unfold

Don't see it if you need strong acting from the entire cast, you need high production value, you're bringing audiences that are not mature

See it if You have to read the play for a class and are too lazy to actually read it.

Don't see it if You like women? Miss Julie is a pretty old school sexist show and they didn't try to do too much to change that.

See it if you are a Strindberg fan and love intense drama with music. it is very metaphorical in nature and will make you think,

Don't see it if you like linear and clear drama. this is not it. it is very metaphorical...and rather misogenistic.

See it if you are interested in watching young actors develop their craft. 1 out of 3 spoke clearly, but there were some beautiful & true moments.

Don't see it if you are not a patient & supportive audience member. Some audience members laughed at completely inappropriate times. Please don't be rude.