Rothschild &amp; Sons

Ambitious, Engaging, Disappointing, Awkward, Some good songs

July 9th, 2017

See it if you love Harnick & Bock and never saw the original R&S (I did!) This re-imaging failed, but some songs are good, as was RC in the lead.

Don't see it if you want a satisfying theater outing. This felt off. Usually York does better. The stage was too small, the script's cuts too deep. Awkward.

Also I'm catching up on old reviews. I had been looking forward to seeing Rothschild & Sons, but it didn't sit well. I was reminded, though, how ambitious the original concept is (the rise of the influential Jewish family). Great rags to riches story.... Read more Read less

Jen6044
New York City
50-64 | Female

441 reviews

Dated, Disappointing, Not that interesting

April 3rd, 2016

See it if You are curious to see this musical by the team behind Fiddler on the Roof for your historical/theatrical education.

Don't see it if If you are not interested in it for the reasons above.

Robbie
New York City
Male

407 reviews

Boring, Dated, Disappointing, Excruciating, Slow

November 5th, 2015

See it if you love theatrical productions at the community theatre level. Also, if you love Jim Morgan's inane pre-show speech.

Don't see it if you do not enjoy a glacially paced musical.

Phillip L
Bayside

168 reviews

Entertaining, Original, Riveting

February 21st, 2016

See it if Wonderful story and muaic

Don't see it if The above

aKa Ms. Smarty Pants
New York City
50-64 | Female

132 reviews

Ambitious, Disappointing, Slow

December 6th, 2015

See it if You always wanted to see this show. It's an abbreviated version of the original Broadway show, but it's not revived often.

Don't see it if you know how great the show was or could be. This was disappointing, confusing, and despite best efforts a real dud.

David 96
The Bronx
35-49 | Male

87 reviews

Absorbing, Entertaining, Refreshing, Epic, Original

June 21st, 2016

See it if you'd like to learn more about Jewish history beyond WWII and Fiddler on the Roof.

Don't see it if you only like sexy shows.

Richard 8
Hudson
50-64 | Male

48 reviews

Disappointing

October 25th, 2015

See it if Just don't go. Bad community theatre of a musical that I loved in the 70's.

Don't see it if Just don't go!

Tony 2
Astoria
50-64 | Male

22 reviews

Dated, Great acting, Slow

May 12th, 2016

See it if You want to visit this classic or you are particularly interested in how a family can impact a world.

Don't see it if You are easily bored.

Critic Reviews (24)

Anita Gates |

October 22nd, 2015

"You cannot fault the York Theater Company’s rich new production, a one-act reimagining that looks absolutely royal in the intimate Theater at St. Peter’s: Splendid 18th-century men’s costumes, low-key yet opulent scenic design, assertively nuanced lighting...Jeffrey B. Moss’s direction does find...
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David Gordon |

October 18th, 2015

"With a restructured book, several previously unheard Bock and Harnick trunk songs, and only 11 cast members, this almost-new musical is a puzzlement to say the least...Mayer's journey is a moving one, and in Cuccioli's expert hands, it's laden with real emotion. His performance is one of the few...
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Michael Dale |

October 25th, 2015

"Once the complications of the plot take over there's little room left for family emotions. Crampton is an accomplished singer/actor whose role becomes regulated to reminding the men to appreciate modest achievements and while there is genuine excitement when Mayer and his boys roar with gusto as...
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David Barbour |

October 19th, 2015

"I can understand how Harnick and Yellen (Bock is no longer with us) would want to find a viable version of 'The Rothschilds' for future productions. But I would respectfully submit that, if, after seven years, this is the result, then it may be time to move on. The best way of enjoying this mate...
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