shadowplay

See it if you like immersive plays & a creative way to tell a full story. (sometimes immersive can mean vague plot, not here)

Don't see it if you don't like moving around and standing. You prefer a linear plot.

Also This was very entertaining,​ whimsical, fun and informative on details on the life of Barrie that I didn't know.... Read more Read less

See it if You enjoy immersive or interactive theater.

Don't see it if You don't have an interest in Peter Pan or the creation of it or don't like immersive shows.

See it if A solid effort for a low-budget immersive. Solid acting and the intriguing life of Barrie make up for rough parts in staging and movement.

Don't see it if You don't like immersive shows in which you stand and walk around.

See it if you like immersive theater and the Peter Pan backstory.

Don't see it if you can't move around and crouch on the floor and you'll be bothered by some pretty thin plot elements.

See it if you want to see an immersive-lite show on a budget. It's entertaining and fun despite some flaws and limitations.

Don't see it if you want a traditional sit-down show, or are expecting an immersive show on the scale of Sleep No More or Then She Fell.

See it if Reality overshadows fantastical Peter Pan with the author's real life crumbling after the books. Some tender moments with the characters.

Don't see it if Story ends abruptly just when they start to go deeper. Budget immersive theater requires more use of imagination.

Also Free ticket from Show Score.

See it if You enjoy immersive theatre and don't mind missing part of the story, as participants are separated and only experience 1/3 of the story.

Don't see it if You don't like to participate or sit on the ground.

Also I ended up in the Wendy story line, and was honestly a little frustrated to not be able to follow the main characters. I would have enjoyed it more if all participants had circulated through each story line and then come together at the end.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see every immersive show that comes out or are a Peter Pan fanatic. Some nice moments.

Don't see it if Not for you if you hate interactive shows with a small audience and participation. Great actors. Feels like a workshop. Needs more edge.

See it if You like fun interactive involvement. It was a great time had by all.

Don't see it if You are looking for a linear experience.

See it if you want an immersive-light take on Peter Pan, and it's creator - very sweet, with some very moving moments

Don't see it if overly american british accents would drive you bonkers, plus it's a new company so it's not perfect just yet - not a traditional production

See it if You enjoy Peter Pan and immersive theatre.

Don't see it if You are adverse to walking through an entire play or don’t like interactive theatre.

Also This show is well-crafted but is not produced in the right space. Scenes are also not in the best order. Overall this is an enjoyable experience.... Read more Read less

See it if Sitting on the floor guessing riddles posed by people with overdone British accents sounds like fun.

Don't see it if Poorly conceived. There was a bit of narrative in the final 1/2 hour, but it was too little too late. 90 minutes I'll never get back.

See it if you're easily impressed by anything unconventional and not hoping for a "Sleep No More" type of immersive experience.

Don't see it if you're looking for the next big immersive hit. This isn't it.

Also This little show tries hard, but ultimately amounts to not-much. An immersive show about J. M. Barrie is not a bad idea, but even at only 65 minutes, this one drags. The actors solicit far too much from the audience, practically begging them to tell stories and fill in gaps. But with the steep $85 ticket price, no one has come to the show hoping to hear about a fellow audience member's hometown.

The show's attempt to create "Neverland," is a valiant effort (complete with Tinkerbell on an aerial hoop), but the result is more shabby than magical. And the forays into Barrie's darker personal life also feel strained. There's a fair amount of overacting (though not from all of the players), and not nearly enough actual content to sustain a show.... Read more Read less

See it if you like theatre that’s constantly on the move, splitting up the audience and sending them to various rooms, and you’re fond of Peter Pan.

Don't see it if if you don’t want to be always moving about during a show, sometimes sitting, but often standing, and in some cases sitting on the floor.

Also Because this is immersive, interactive theatre, the actors must truly bring their A game (which they do), as no two performances are completely alike. While I feel the show loses steam a bit near the end, it’s a fun ride that at times feels like a theatrical experiment that you get to be part of.... Read more Read less

See it if you like small, immersive shows or have a particular interest in literature/Peter Pan.

Don't see it if you want to sit and watch a traditional show.

See it if you like thoughtful theatre that keeps you wondering where it will go next or if you like the darker side of childhood favorites.

Don't see it if you like shows that get into the action right away- the beginning moves a bit slowly.

See it if You like interacting with the actors and intimate productions, you are imaginative, you are a fan of Peter Pan

Don't see it if You would rather be a spectator than a participant, you are looking for high production values, you don’t like moving around.

Also Talented, passionate actors elevate this production. There is a good amount of interaction, so this may not be for you if you’re uncomfortable standing toe to toe with the performers.

Expect to be moving around quite a bit. Although there are no stairs within the production, you take stairs to the theater which is located on the 4th floor. Once you enter, you are greeted as if attending a party and are offered tea and biscuits/cookies.

Don’t expect magnificent set pieces, but there is clever use of space (given it’s an apt in the city). This is a budget Neverland but still charming as long as you use your imagination and are not nit picky about elaborate props.

Towards the middle, there are 3 characters you can follow, so be aware that you may be missing a part of the action although everything comes together in the end.

The ending did feel a little abrupt and left me wanting more but did not take away from the fun time I had.... Read more Read less

See it if you enjoy immersive storytelling that examines the external/personal influences behind an author's literary creation.

Don't see it if you expect high production values. While this is a noble effort, it is nowhere near the professionalism of Punchdrunk or Third Rail

See it if you are a real fan of immersive theater. Want to see a new companys attempt at immersive theater. Strong acting from all involved.

Don't see it if You are looking for a full story. You are looking for lots of individual attention. If you want a well polished piece.

Also Good first effort. Very difficult story to tell.

See it if you like "meta" stories about stories and enjoy a healthy dose of interactivity

Don't see it if you want a traditional theatergoing experience. This is a lot more immersive than sitting in a theater.

See it if you like immersive theater and you like Peter Pan. The actors were really great and good at improv with the audience. Set design was nice.

Don't see it if you like only traditional theater or if you don't like being spoken to during a show; if you need to understand fully what is going on

Also This was a good attempt at immersive theater but it felt very disjointed and you really only got 1/3 of the story, which was confusing. There were some things that didn't make any sense at all but I am not sure if that's because of the track I chose. I also thought that Peter Pan was really over the top.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see extraordinary immersive, multi-location theater, from playful sparkling Neverland to dramatic encounters in JM Barrie's life

Don't see it if you can't go up 3 flights of stairs to Access Theatre or you want to sit safely with imaginary 4th wall separating u from cast/sets, plot

Also Highly professional, disciplined acting and writing/structuring in the midst of imaginary playfulness.

Profound insights through dramatic scenes into the writer's personal life and the pain that drove him to write... and how his escape into writing impacted his marriage and children.... Read more Read less

See it if You like immersive theater and can participate in a inventive, intelligent exploration of a classic and the man who created it. Well acted

Don't see it if You don't like immersive theater or some dark themes among the ultimately radiant show

See it if It was like stepping into Neverland! I was scared and thrilled and it is not like any theater I have seen in the city, completely immersive.

Don't see it if You do not like immersive theater.

See it if you enjoy non-traditional and/or immersive theater, you want to learn more about the very fascinating life of J.M. Barrie in a clever way!

Don't see it if you do not enjoy immersive or interactive theater. The actors do engage verbally directly with you, but not physically.

Also This was a fun off-Broadway immersive experience! I'm very impressed with how they were able to utilize the space. You can follow one of three main characters and piece together parts of J.M. Barrie's story, before gathering again to see the finale. Tip - you can get 20% or 30% off your ticket price if you want to return and follow another character!... Read more Read less