Muswell Hill

See it if you like wild dinner party comedies with fun quirky characters.

Don't see it if you expect to make a deep emotional connection to the drama.

Also This cast is marvelous and the characters are each unique and interesting, but I never got to know any of them well enough to care about them. So this is one of those shows that's fun to watch throughout, but anticlimactic at the end because there's no real hero, no real villain, and not enough deep emotion. We left the theater and never uttered a single word about the show for the rest of the night; not even "what did you think?" or "did you like it?" Meh!

BUT, if you enjoy British humor and quirky characters, and you don't need to be deeply moved, then you might enjoy this. There's a handy glossary in the program with definitions of Brit terms that you'll hear in the script. Also, the accents are all very understandable.... Read more Read less

See it if You like small British plays with a story that goes no where.

Don't see it if You are looking for a show with activity and action. This show was mostly talking. Characters were forgetful, although acting was good.

See it if you enjoy terrific overall productions- good writing, excellent acting, terrific production values (sets, lighting & costumes)

Don't see it if you are impatient with slow starting shows and prefer lots of action.

See it if like clever dialogue and great acting.

Don't see it if if you like lots of action or activity. very dialogue based.

See it if I found the characters 3-D & the theme of "how can we be enthralled by petty problems when so much suffering in the world" to be compelling.

Don't see it if you would be bothered that the same plot device, people accidentally eavesdropping on others' conversations, is used at least three times

Also Colleen Clinton as Jessica and Richard Hollis as Simon were excellent!

See it if You want to see what's happening in the kitchen before/during/after the dinner party from hell. You enjoyed Torben Betts "Invincible."

Don't see it if you need a play with an arc. You don't want to watch insufferable people who you don't care about saying insipid things.

See it if You agree that people get wrapped up in their own world and fail to connect with the rest of the humanity. We know this, but it's a reminder

Don't see it if You think that you already care enough about what's going on in the world or if you're not up for a drama with moments of comedy interlaced.

See it if you love contemporary plays dealing with social and political issues

Don't see it if you dislike plays that address political subjects.

See it if You enjoy domestic dramas that are true to life.

Don't see it if You don't like heavy dialogue and single-setting plays.

See it if Up-close, small theatre productions with excellent actors and a very timely, thought-provoking plot.

Don't see it if You only like fluffy musicals.

See it if you like British Drama, gossip, and cheeky characters.

Don't see it if you're not a fan of the English, get stressed easily, or are squeamish about broken relationships.

See it if You enjoy theatre that doesn’t explore romanticized ideas but rather the mundane reality that we all face and how willing we are to not care

Don't see it if You want a plot that is stuffed with perfect characters in an unrealistic setting. See this to see relevant problems in modern relationships

Also A very well done play with excellent actors and a well crafted script. Such raw emotions being forced to be delt with in such a casual setting, I felt like I was inside their kitchen and I should probably leave so they can carry on in private. Speaking of the kitchen, AMAZING set. Real stove and sink, it’s the little things that elevate the belief of circumstances.
There are so many issues flying around you do start to get overwhelmed at some points during the play, however there are some moments that go by a little slow (but for a really good reason, you’ll see) that will counter the dramatic moments. Overall, I enjoyed it a lot and I recommend you see it if you enjoy kitchen sink dramas that mirror reality in the most simple and complicated moments.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see excellent acting, writing and staging and solid ensemble.

Don't see it if you are in the mood for something lighter or don’t like plays about complicated characters and relationships.

Also I thoroughly enjoyed this play and thought it was top notch. This is smart, clever, interesting writing; very good cast and casting and solid staging. This is the kind of ensemble, dialogue and pacing that has a lot of moving parts and is not easy to pull off. But they do it beautifully.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to be amused and enjoy British subject matters.

Don't see it if You're looking for a deep intellectual vein or deep character development.

See it if You want to be apart of what's playing in the theatre community. Want to see an excellent cast. You want to see something smart!

Don't see it if You're looking for a big splashy production. You don’t want to think about what’s being said.

Also I saw this during previews and was disappointed. Seeing it tonight Dec 10 I saw a completely different show. This time it was spot on. I felt like a voyeur at a dysfunctional dinner party. Other reviews seemed confused by the British accents. Most of the cast is from across the Pond.
Colleen Clinton elevated her performance to leading lady this time and didn’t seem as to take a back seat to other flashier roles. Street who was great last time still knocks it out. I was most impress by what now seemed like an ensemble except for Clinton who ruled! Bravo to you all.... Read more Read less

See it if you like Alan Ayckbourn, Mike Leigh; you like truthful acting & directing; you like exploring human relationships

Don't see it if you prefer entertainment that doesn't make you "think"; you only like musicals

See it if You want to see some of the best acting in New York. You like realistic plays. You are interested in some of the "big" issues of the day.

Don't see it if You're not a fan of realistic plays. You prefer exciting or more action-driven plots.

See it if You want to be entertained. The cast is phenomenal. They are so natural that it feels as though you have been transported into their world.

Don't see it if See it!

See it if you love off Broadway theatre that takes risks and brings you something new and refreshing. the performances are remarkable and very real.

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See it if You want to see a timely play with excellent acting! The comedy is perfectly peppered across these sad lives in London and disaster in Haiti

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See it if you're in need of being in the middle of an awkwardly hysterical dinner party ....this is the play for you! Don't miss it!

Don't see it if well, just see it and judge for yourself!

See it if Great cast and direction. Timeless themes, relevant, dramatic, witty, sarcastic! Intimate setting. Highly recommended.

Don't see it if If you like plays.... you should probably see it... just saying.

See it if you like dark comedy

Don't see it if you don't have a sense of humor

See it if It was Amazing. So entertaining. Funny you just wanted to go again. Great Acting. Wow.

Don't see it if A must see.These actors are so Amazing. Leaving us wanting more and more. Wow A must see.