Spoon River NYC Reviews and Tickets

See it if You like old timey music, and a thought provoking musical.

Don't see it if You like more traditional musicals.

See it if you're a fan of the Masters work, you like ensembles that can bring to life a multitude of characters and a broad range of music, esp. folk

Don't see it if you wouldn't like a story told by town residents from their graves, you have a hard time being able to hear sung lyrics

See it if looking for great singing accompanied by gratifying music performed by large group of actors playing multiple instruments.

Don't see it if looking for usual storyline, dislike open casket viewing, morbid set and subject. Music however is uplifting and fun.

See it if This is 90 minutes of 'hootenanny' type music. Short vignettes - some of which are cute.

Don't see it if you are looking for a true musical or anything thought-provoking.

See it if You love a great cast of talented performers and feel good musicals.

Don't see it if You don't enjoy musicals with fluff.

See it if All-in-fun spookiness as graveyard spirits recount humorous stories from their lives. Good musicianship.

Don't see it if You are looking for something more dramatic or meaningful. This is a series of disconnected vignettes.

See it if You enjoy short stories on an array of characters, told by wonderful performers. You enjoy brief but rich glimpses into historical lives.

Don't see it if You prefer one strong thread of narrative instead of separate individuals' stories. Read more

See it if you like morbid sweetness & classic country music. The onstage musicianship is a powerful component. The music & lyrics are a joy.

Don't see it if you want a plot. This is a compilation of short vignettes. It has moments that drag, but overall, it's a well paced, fun musical about death