Skeleton Crew NYC Reviews and Tickets
Show-Score Member Reviews (147)
See it if you want to see a beautifully rendered production of a tight script with just incredible actors. Shades of August Wilson. Heady stuff.
Don't see it if you prefer to turn a blind eye to the struggle for basic survival that so many in the US face today; if race and class issues make you antsy
See it if you're interested in an enjoyable and realistic view of working class America. Life isn't always smooth, and all endings aren't happy.
Don't see it if the survival impact of the "Great Recession" isn't something you're interested in -- and we're not talking about how your 401(k) faired...
See it if You enjoy great acting and superb dialogue
Don't see it if You don't enjoy great acting and a great ensemble cast
See it if You like topical character driven drama. Great acting and direction.
Don't see it if You're looking for light and fluffy. This show has something to say.
See it if you like seeing terrific new works.
Don't see it if you're not interested in new plays and good writing.
See it if A topnotch workplace drama, topical and gritty about people facing the difficulties of the lives of the working classes.
Don't see it if You don't want to share the burdens of people whose options have limits.
See it if you missed it the first time. Really terrific.
Don't see it if you do not like reality plays showing a side of life you might not know.
See it if you like relevant, social conscious plays with great acting, and if you can feel empathy towards others
Don't see it if you want to escape social problems and just want light entertainment
Critic Reviews (25)
"It’s easy to discern echoes of Wilson in 'Skeleton Crew.' Director Ruben Santiago-Hudson adroitly brings out Morisseau’s beautiful rhythms and the comic tones in the bickering among the characters. As in Wilson, the often poetic language is rich but not precious, spoken by down-to-earth characters who embody the comedy and the tragedy of everyday lives. The cast could not be better."
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"The situations are involving and the dialogue is lively. Morisseau’s characters, brought to life by a superb cast, are easy to care about. At its best moments, it recalls August Wilson’s work. The play is greatly assisted by a first-rate production directed by Ruben Santiago-Hudson. Michael Carnahan’s set creates a believable factory break room down to the smallest detail."
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"Morisseau's play is unquestionably a strong, formidable work...Director Ruben Santiago-Hudson has crafted an excellent production that does it full justice, especially with a faultless cast...Without revealing the climax, I didn't care for some late show plot twists. It's hardly a happy ending, but 'Skeleton Crew' seems built for tragedy."
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"Morisseau writes good, natural-sounding dialogue that allows us to get fully engaged in the characters' evolving lives...The production's pace is greatly helped by Ruben Santiago-Hudson's dynamic direction. 'Skeleton Crew' is a very watchable play about ordinary people trying to get by in the world. What you take away from the theater is Gravatt's rich, uncompromising portrayal of one woman's determined spirit of independence."
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"Morrisseau’s dialogue and weaving of plot reveals, against the backdrop of imminent adversity, is breathtaking and heart wrenching...This is a masterpiece of salient and stirring dialogue...The instantaneous audience ovation expressed the overwhelming appreciation of a piece that combines astounding writing, visionary direction and truthful performances in an extremely necessary production. Warning: It has the power to awaken activist blood in you."
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"What might be the most compelling and culturally relevant play of the season...This ensemble was as tight, on-point, and incredibly credible...This riveting piece is most assuredly best performed in an intimate black box theater where emotions are high and contained."
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"The play slowly and consistently goes to work on theatergoers' minds and hearts, and in the end, proves to be work that is both deeply moving and thought-provoking. Throughout, the cast delivers Morisseau's drama—and comedy—with aplomb."
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"GO SEE THIS PLAY. It isn't often that I get to see a play about blue-collar workers, about people I know and grew up with, so I'll always stand up for one. Also, this play has such beautifully detailed writing and characterizations and acting. It's truly so well done."
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