The songs of Jerry Garcia and Robert Hunter (of the Grateful Dead fame) come to the stage in this new musical, the fantastical and comedic tale of a legendary swindler. More…
'Red Roses, Green Gold' tells the story of Jackson Jones and his family of swindlers as they gamble their way to love and riches in 1920s Maryland. The musical features a cast of eight actor-musicians. While the bulk of its songs were composed by Hunter and Garcia, the musical also features contributions from Grateful Dead members Phil Lesh, Bob Weir, Mickey Hart, and Greg Anton.
See it if if you like the grateful dead as it is their music and mostly just that. It is not very well presented.
Don't see it if your better off seeing the grateful dead movie, rather then seeing this. it is not well staged, acted or executed. It was boring and had no
See it if you can enjoy a clever version of the Dead Songs. Country must be in your blood. All versatile and good singers Set is fine.
Don't see it if you are a pure Dead Head or a country music fanatic. Story is inane. Dialogue needs work.
See it if A few great songs & the ending song is fun.
Don't see it if Way too long, runs 2 hours 30 minutes and so many songs sound the same.
See it if You love Grateful Dead songs and good folky blues music if you're not familiar with the Dead.
Don't see it if You want a traditional book musical.
See it if you're a Deadhead because you'll find things to appreciate. The plot is barely there and kinda bizarre but the ensemble rocks.
Don't see it if you want a musical with a compelling plot. The songs are shoehorned into breaks of dialogue and do nothing to advance the story.
See it if you can enjoy great music performed by a talented cast even if the plot is weak and has nothing to do with the music.
Don't see it if you like a musical where the songs further the plot or you don't like the Grateful Dead.
Also I have to be honest: aside from a few songs, I knew nothing of the Gra... Read more Read less
See it if you like rock/country. You don't have to be a "Deadhead" to have a good time @ this show. The musicianship alone should knock your socks off
Don't see it if you're looking for a straight-up coherent no-nonsense script. It's humorous at best; more camp actually. Doesn't take away from the actors.
Also No "Deadhead" here, still enjoyed all 2+ hrs.... Read more Read less
See it if You want to see a creative performance of the Grateful Dead. You wanna see a rock show with a small plot.
Don't see it if You are looking for more plot and substance
See it if a Grateful Dead tribute band + some amusement park level narrative sounds like a fun time.
Don't see it if you are unfamiliar with the Grateful Dead and love musical theatre.
Also the narrative is rammed into these songs. A collection of vignettes wo... Read more Read less
See it if you like Jerry Garcia's (Grateful Dead) music. Performers -amazing - they played all the instruments, acted danced like true prosfessionals
Don't see it if you need a well plotted and interesting story. Don't see it if you only want to see serious theater.
See it if enjoyable and appropriate for the whole family .The music was awesome, the acting.... not quite. The plot is forgettable, but it is fun.
Don't see it if you are not a fan of Jerry Garcia's music, or if you are expecting to see something spectacular or thought- provoking.
See it if you love the music of the Grateful Dead or shows with a western theme.
Don't see it if you don't like the music of the Grateful Dead or shows with a western theme.
See it if You like extremely loud shows. Like horrible story plots to make a jukebox musical.
Don't see it if You want to hear the next day. Don't have ear plugs.
See it if you like great music. Each and every cast member is stunning both as an actor and as a musician. And we don't want to forget the dancing!
Don't see it if you hate shows.
See it if You like the Grateful Dead music and want to see how it can be made into a story.
Don't see it if You don't like the Grateful Dead.
See it if You want to hear music by the Grateful Dead regardless of how poorly it is performed.
Don't see it if You are expecting to enjoy wonderful Grateful Dead music. Actors seemed to be shouting the songs or maybe it was a really bad sound system.
See it if You're a Grateful Dead fan or enjoy country music. Talented singers give energetic performances of old favorites in a hokey watchable story.
Don't see it if You don't care for the Grateful Dead or country tunes in general. If you are going for a thought provoking serious plot, this isn't for you.
See it if you are a big fan of the Grateful Dead or just love to see young actors with a tremendous amount of talent! Talent oozes from everyone!
Don't see it if you do not want an intimate setting with GD music. BUT, these performers could make you love the show with their multi-talented presence...
See it if Sound was so loud and echoing I couldn't enjoy the show. Cast are talented actors & musicians.Story has little pacing.
Don't see it if you don't like country western musicals.
Also I saw "Himself and Nora," also a musical, at the same theater last yea... Read more Read less
See it if you like jukebox musicals with the music and sounds of Jerry Garcia, Robert Hunter, and the Grateful Dead woven into a comical story line.
Don't see it if don't like the Grateful Dead or can't deal with deafening music drowning out lyrics which don't contribute to the superficial plot anyway.
Also This show is a jukebox musical featuring the music of Jerry Garcia, Ro... Read more Read less
See it if You enjoy the Grateful Dead music and want to dance and sing along. Fabulous talented musicians , make it fun
Don't see it if You don"t like musicals and counry themed theater
See it if Light & easy show you will enjoy if you like the music of The Grateful Dead. A independent story that works well with music. Bluegrass style
Don't see it if You don't like zany comedy or music by The Dead.
See it if You don't mind an obvious plot, yet appreciate multi-talented musicians and actors.
Don't see it if You don't appreciate music by the Grateful Dead.
See it if You like the Grateful Dead. This show weaves the songs throughout, but the plot is weak and hard to follow. Great acting as well.
Don't see it if You like plot driven stories.