Red Devil Moon (FringeNYC) NYC Reviews and Tickets
Member Reviews (20)
See it if You want an ambitious and successfully executed in most places story song cycle.
Don't see it if You're annoyed by audience using recording devices undisturbed by ushers.
See it if you know those involved, are interested in amateur musical development, will enjoy well-sung, if very conventional, musicals numbers.
Don't see it if you're expecting any resemblance to the "source" material (Cane), or have issues with a nearly all-white creative team tackling this story.
See it if love joyful, soulful shows like Nashville or folk music movies or show like Once or if you like Gospel, spiritual, New Orleans, orchestral.
Don't see it if you are not willing to suspend disbelief as there is no set (only musicians and singers on stage) who transport you along with narrator.
See it if you're interested in excellent music and singing. The orchestration is amazing as are all the main singers.
Don't see it if you're looking for a strong narrative. The story is pretty cliche and reductive.
See it if you enjoy great original music. This is a musical in the making, with narration and great songs performed by amazing musicians and singers.
Don't see it if you want to see a fully done musical.
See it if You enjoy a dramatic story with great singing. They had audio issues and the first number could've been shorter, but it's a fine show.
Don't see it if You don't like workshop presentations of interesting stories with powerful singing.
See it if There's great music flowing through the Eastern Shore and you can experience it here. Thrilling voices. Excellent musicians. Wonderful!
Don't see it if No comments here. Everyone should run run run to see Red Devil Moon!!!
See it if You like soulful, captivating shows
Don't see it if You don't like shows about slavery
Critic Reviews (2)
"Soulful, expressive music combined with dramatic narration to depict a tragic love triangle…The lack of dialogue leaves something to be desired—possibly because the plot has the potential to shine as something more than just narration. I look forward to one day seeing a fully realized production…The band's infectious energy makes it hard to avoid swaying, clapping along, and tapping one's toes. 'Red Devil Moon' ultimately provides an entertaining experience."
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"An original, provocative, and colossal work. Every song hits a pain spot in your synapses and makes you feel the emotion deeply, right to the bone…Karen Somerville, Lester Barrett Jr., and Jerome McKinney opened their mouths and their souls flew out to meet our open hearts. The sound vibrated my chakras and left them spinning in bliss…I can’t wait for the full-length musical version–and especially the cast album, which will be on repeat for a good long while."
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