Private Peaceful

See it if You want as frenetic paced play with s great plot. O Regan is excellent.

Don't see it if If you dont want a ww1 story . A sad story.

See it if Solo actor vividly depicts relationships prior to the war with color and flair, evoking a life filled with love, friendship & humor.

Don't see it if Then comes being shelled & terrified in a trench. The ending is bleak. Thick accent & poor acoustics.

See it if you like brilliant acting. This one man show is breathtaking. He assumes all of the roles and switches between characters flawlessly. SEE IT

Don't see it if you want a traditional play or you want a musical. This play is important and the actor is as good as it gets. Don't miss it.

See it if seeking a riveting, beautiful, heartfelt, simply stunning work of storytelling and acting. You won’t see anything as compelling on Broadway.

Don't see it if unwilling to be lured in by absolutely engrossing work; seeking spectacle. Note: may trigger strong emotions through war themes / gun shots.

Also An energetic, emotional, and enervating one-man-work, Private Peaceful can only be done justice in an intimate off-Broadway theatre. I sat front row center, locking eyes with Shane O’Regan a few times—an experience sometimes charming, sometimes disarming, sometimes fear-inducing. O’Regan is absolutely magnetic, whether embodying Great War fighter Thomas “Tommo” Peaceful or giving voice to others—stern or friendly, male or female, young or old—who have influenced his life. How this 90-minute historical drama squeezes in fraternal loyalty, young love, war, loss, death, joy, disability, coming-of-age, family, teen pregnancy, and sacrifice without losing a single point of pathos is a marvel. Truly, it’s an impenetrable marriage of smart writing, simple yet creative staging, and perfect acting that gives rise to a totally-absorbing atmosphere. Shane O’Regan should be cast in everything: this slim-statured young man is large in spirit, containing multitudes. I’d see PP again in a heartbeat.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see an exceptional actor, Shane O’Regan, brilliantly play over 20 roles in a heart wrenching tale of familial love and World War

Don't see it if You don’t like solo shows or have trouble understanding Irish accents.

Also This was an incredibly moving experience and a exceptionally acted play. O’Regan inhabits each character both physically and emotionally and it’s a wonder to see.... Read more Read less

See it if and ONLY if the subject matter interest you.

Don't see it if a one man play about a World War 1 soldier facing a firing squad with the night before, his life flashes before his eyes. Otherwise skip it.

Also This play kept me at arms length distance and this really put me at a disadvantage for opening up myself to the play and connecting with the material.... Read more Read less

See it if best solo performance I have ever seen!Do not miss this powerful and moving play.It will keep you thinking long after you leave the theater.

Don't see it if do not miss this once in a lifetime performance by Shane O'Regan,it will break your heart, and inspire you at the same time.

Also I was touched by the bond between this two brothers,the selflessness of their sacrifice,and the way they helped each other in time of crisis.This play is deeply moving, relevant and profound.... Read more Read less

See it if you'd like a high-energy, moving performance by a captivating young actor

Don't see it if you want a well-thought-out story arch or an "ah-ha" moment; the play simply ends, without any attempt to shine a light on the "why"

Also Sadly, something was missing from this play, despite the actor's incredible performance. If this were mine, I would introduce a few more spiritual hints throughout (sparrows +), then come back after the end with Private Peaceful speaking out from wherever he is, telling us how the family is doing, and oh, now he knows what was out there waiting for him, and his dad is there, and (someone else I won't say), and well, we'll find out for ourselves one day, and maybe a little "in spite of it all, I'd do it all again the same way." Then a little smile and a wave offstage to someone... and curtain.... Read more Read less

See it if Shane O’Regan is sensational in this one-man show about a British lad's life leading up to his experience on the battle field of World War 1

Don't see it if This is one of those must-sees to experience an outstanding actor who takes you to a dark place in world's history but remains hopeful.

See it if a brilliant one-man show playing 24 parts but mostly 16yo Tommo and his brother Charlie who sign up to fight WWl. phenomenal performance.

Don't see it if you don't like one person shows. like superficial lighthearted fare.

Also the lead , Shane O'Regan is absolutely brilliant. If you are not blown away and very moved by this story, you do not have a pulse. I saw it in a small 3rd floor theatre with only 20 people (half the seats were empty) . Such a shame as it is one of the best things you will see this year. GO NOW! both moving personally and in the broader picture of the anguish and futility of war .... Read more Read less

See it if You like shows written and performed from the heart. A beautiful, heart-felt production that grabs you and stays with you.

Don't see it if I was in row B and the sound bounced off the brick walls, making it hard for me to understand all his dialect. Sit further back & enjoy.

Also I saw the Brits Off Broadway production of Private Peaceful starring Alexander Campbell at 59E59 in 2006. It was wonderful.
So I eagerly looked forward to this production.
This show uses a different adaptation. Between the bouncing sound and so many characters, it didn't seem as personal as the 2006 production.
For those interested, here's a link to Time Out NY 2006 review: ...
https://www.timeout.com/newyork/theater/brits-off-broadway-private-peaceful... Read more Read less

See it if you enjoy one person shows, stories of The Great War, or excellent acting.

Don't see it if (see above!)

See it if IF YOU REALLY WANTED TO KNOW WHAT IT FEELS LIKE TO BE IN COMBAT THEN THIS IS THE PLAY FOR YOU.HIS CHARACTERIZATIONS OF MULTIPLE CHARACTERS W

Don't see it if YOU DON'T LIKE ONE MAN PLAYS WITH SUBSTANCE.ALSO HE HAD A STONG IRISH ACCENT AS WELL WHICH MAY BE PROBLEM FOR SOME PEOPLE.

Also AS PHENOMENAL.HIS ACTING WAS REALLY WONDERFUL AND IF YOU ARE A THEATER GOER,YOU MIGHT WANT TO CHECK OUT THIS ONE MAN PLAY.... Read more Read less

See it if U can handle a fast pace drama, 1 man show.This's an intense story & the actor does a great job only playing male characters

Don't see it if If you don't like intense drama war related stories. Can't stand an adult playing a child for a long perid and rushing through the words.

See it if From the get-go, Shane completely draws you in and never lets you go. Such a tremendous performance. I felt like I grew up alongside him

Don't see it if Actor does have a noticeable Irish accent (quite tolerable however). Story itself does fall into typical wartime cliche.

Also A moving experience and his ample sweat across his forehead is well-earned.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see an excellent solo show about a young man who enters World War I without thinking about the dire consequences.

Don't see it if I can’t think of a reason not to see this show.

See it if you want to see outstanding acting.

Don't see it if you don't like one person shows.

Also An acting tour de force. The play was good but not as good as the performance.... Read more Read less

See it if Excellent performance. At times I had difficulty with the accent but overall, I was completely absorbed in the characters all played by one

Don't see it if You have difficulty with accents or you don’t like one actor playing several parts.

See it if Taut, well-written and well-acted one-act drama about a young irishman turned WWI soldier. Shane O’Regan is a superstar.

Don't see it if The only reason not to see this show is if you can’t sit still for 80 minutes.

See it if If you love stories about life and the tough choices humans encounter.

Don't see it if you are not a fan of war stories.

See it if you want to see a really great actor play lots of different roles with a love story and World War

Don't see it if you can't get good seats, it can be difficult to hear all the subtleties of different dialects.

See it if You appreciate one actor shows where the actor beautifully portrays a variety of characters. You like shows about WWI.

Don't see it if You don't like one-man shows. You don't like shows about war. You only want to see musicals or feel good plays.

See it if Powerful, well paced but sad exploration of how youth (thru nationalism, economics, their psychology, & manipulation) are led to war.

Don't see it if you don't want to see riveting one man show

See it if You like coming of age and war stories and one-man shows, you like the theatre stripped down to it's raw form with writing and acting

Don't see it if war stories aren't you're thing, you're looking for a more flashy/prop-filled show

See it if You are the fan of the novel, or into anti-war reflection as a genre

Don't see it if You find the story being told too many times before & not particularly interesting nor insightful