Money Talks the Musical

See it if you want lite summer fare. Fun songs (varied styles) and good performances (especially DeNise). Premise isn't bad, but little is done w/it.

Don't see it if you want a coherent statement: is $ good, bad? Is MT political or financial?Some of Ben's mottos get mumbled. Some stereotypes dated/offend.

Also The show is relatively enjoyable, thanks to the performances, but the script becomes muddled. Not a total disaster, but certainly not a true success.... Read more Read less

See it if for a very creative, fun evening with plenty to say about the world of greed and how it affects us all.

Don't see it if If you want to see a non-political musical.

See it if The singing and acting are very good. Sandra DeNise makes attention center on her whenever she is on stage and is worth the admission price

Don't see it if The book is awful. The music and lyrics are C+/B. You want more than simple.light entertainment.

See it if you want to be reminded of the role that money plays in our lives, as well as Ben Franklin's inventions /maxims. Clever use of video screens

Don't see it if you want a serious Sondheim-like musical. The snappy songs and clever lyrics can remind you that money does make the world go round.

See it if You know the performers or your home isn't air conditioned.

Don't see it if No 'if'- don't see it.

Also The performers are giving it their all, and I hope some agents stop by and it gets them some work. (I'm trying to think of something nice to say here.)... Read more Read less

See it if You are open to being entertained by a fairly talented cast....with some clever songs, and don't mind a less than professional production

Don't see it if You have no tolerance for a slightly amateurish production in a very tiny theater....despite some fun lyrics and some good performances.

See it if Want to see a cast of 4 work hard to represent many. Like Benjamin Franklin quotes. Want a simple story to follow.

Don't see it if Want a polished show with a large ensemble.

Also The actors do a good job making each character different and try to give them each life in the show. The singing was really good and I couldnt really expect the actors to do more with the material given. Had a few moments of seriousness but overall a light show with a nice message. Found it quite enjoyable.... Read more Read less

See it if You enjoy clever satire, are fed up with the greedy/ entitled citizens of NYC today, enjoy new voices of Musical theatre exploring our world

Don't see it if You want a heavy, dramatic evening, don't appreciate political satire, want to see STARS, think Trump is the best thing since sliced bread

See it if You're intrigued by following a single $100 bill through several owners with commentary by Ben Franklin, you enjoy David Friedman's music

Don't see it if You find the premise too cheesy or saccharine. I also found a number of the characterizations too clichéd or stereo typical.

Also The performers were terrific, handled a dizzying number of costume changes with aplomb and they were great singers... Read more Read less

See it if You don't mind lady min being canceled

Don't see it if If you don't have Alternative plans or have to travel far

See it if You want to learn more about Ben Franklin and hear some terrific singing by a super talented and very versatile cast.

Don't see it if You dislike clichés and stereotypes.

Also While I loved the cast, I didn’t like the musical. It was a string of clichés, one after another and I found myself cringing as each new stereotypical character was presented. And yet, it had some nice moments. It’s a cute idea, and I enjoyed learning about Ben Franklin, but it was just so degrading. If there was an intermission, I would have contemplated leaving. Thankfully perhaps there wasn’t, because the best parts were near the end.

I would have loved to see this cast in any other musical.... Read more Read less

See it if a little bizzare but well sung - cute show - the different people they portray is great - she is wonderful

Don't see it if you don't like off broadway

See it if If you enjoy small scale entertaining shows. It's a cute show with a great cast. Wonderful voices.

Don't see it if If you don't like actors playing multiple roles. If you want a more polished or serious show. Or if you are very religious.

Also Some of the scenes probably should have been cut. It went on a bit too long, and would have benefited from a bit more focus.... Read more Read less

See it if you have time to see and can enjoy a not-bad-and-not -good production.

Don't see it if you have something else to see.

See it if you enjoy comedy, sarcasm, history and stories woven together into an entertaining, enjoyable show by talented versatile performers.

Don't see it if you do not like political comentary or witty sarcasm.

Also Saw this in previews. It is an innovative show with amazing costume changes, staging and talent that had us laughing out loud. The story is fun and the music is so enjoyable. The talent of the cast is overwhelming and the script is intelligent and witty. This is a must see and I hope the show takes off and is the next Broadway hit.... Read more Read less

See it if you enjoy a comedic musical with characters changing roles constantly

Don't see it if you cant follow the inferences about money in your life or the Shakespearean quotes

See it if You want a musical that is zany and fun. Gender and ethnic stereotypes aren't an issue for you. You like to see actors do a very good job.

Don't see it if You don't think you would really enjoy an evening of aphorisms from Ben Franklin, accompanied by musical numbers.

See it if You enjoy singers and actors that can change their parts "on a dime" even though the play is about a hundred dollar bill.

Don't see it if If you don't enjoy a bit of history about Ben Franklin and want a play with a great story.

Also This was an entertaining and light story to enjoy on a pleasant summer day. I walked away feeling uplifted even though at times the play was slow going.... Read more Read less

See it if You enjoy stories with a moral. This show should be extended indefinitely. Everyone should see it. I'd see it over again.

Don't see it if You don't enjoy musical comedies with skits.

See it if you just want to be entertained. The small cast does a great job of portraying a large number of characters.

Don't see it if you prefer either a romantic story or something serious

Also Sandra DeNise does a terrific performance of "Dumb Blonde," and Ralph Byers is an excellent Benjamin Franklin.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to be entertained, laugh a lot and listen to excellent voices.

Don't see it if You don't like original, clever musicals.

See it if You like a show with a small cast and a lots of talent with each actor performing many different roles each one being better than the last.

Don't see it if You don't like a small intimate theater. And you're not crazy about quotes from former presidents.

See it if you are curious

Don't see it if you prefer strictly Broadway level productions

See it if you have a relative or friend in it

Don't see it if you can't fake the flu.

Also I'll admit that review was facile, but so was the writing of "Money Talks." The plot is the classic "La Ronde" with a Ben Franklin character as the $100 bill travelling the circle. It could have been fun, except the book had no heart, the music had no soul and the lyrics had no poetry. The actors did their best to bail out the sinking ship. They did a good job with bad material. The set and lighting were professionally adequate. The costumes were clever. But none of that could make Money Talks any less boring. Do yourself a favor and miss it.... Read more Read less

See it if You have nothing else to do that day or you happen to be in the area!

Don't see it if You have other plans and won't be anywhere near this theatre!