Straight Forward NYC Reviews and Tickets

84%

(45 Ratings)

Positive

93%

Mixed

Negative

Members say

Entertaining, Great singing, Absorbing, Delightful, Must see

About the Show

A new musical based on a true story that challenges labels and stereotypes in the LGBTQ+ community.

Drawing inspiration from a real-life tale that garnered widespread social media attention, Straight Forward invites audiences to embark on a journey encompassing love, optimism, and bravery. Mike and Garrett are inseparable roommates and close friends, but their world takes an unforeseen twist when one of them faces a critical illness. Amidst the complexities of sickness, camaraderie, and self-identity, Mike and Garrett unearth a profound bond that transcends societal norms and prejudices. Against the backdrop of a society prone to misconceptions and marginalization of the LGBTQ+ community, their transformative quest unfolds, unraveling the depths of self-discovery.

Show-Score Member Reviews (43)

Resonant, Relevant, Refreshing, Great singing, Absorbing

See it if Wonderful new musical about friendship, love & discovery with talented cast of actors with great singing. Great musical score & lighting.

Don't see it if A sound plot which needs some tweeting. While singing was outstanding, there were times when the actors swallowed words while singing.

Clever, Resonant, Great singing, Great acting, Absorbing

See it if What intrigued me most was the1st part w the subtleties&ambiguity of a true story starting w a friendship of2college yngmen.Grt music&songs*

Don't see it if The2nd part was predictable,yet powerful, centering on how2find love in the middle of conflict&mirrored the struggle of a community in 2000. Read more

Great singing, Slow, Romantic

See it if sweet nontraditional love story

Don't see it if Long and a bit repetitive musically Read more

Uneven, Slow, Fluffy, Indulgent, Great singing

See it if you want to see a real-life friends-to-lovers romance portrayed in a way that’s not as compelling as the real-life events must have been.

Don't see it if you’d be inpatient with a show that feels a half hour longer than it is. The performances are good but the material could serve them better. Read more

Intelligent, Riveting, Great writing, Great acting, Great singing

See it if You want to see a musical about two College friends and what happens to them when one of them gets sick.The acting and singing is excellent.

Don't see it if You have a closed mind about how people live there lives.It’s a very moving night of theater. Highly recommend it.

Resonant, Entertaining, Relevant, Refreshing

See it if you enjoy true stories played out via a musical. Interesting they chose to play it this way. Catchy tunes, nice gay love story.

Don't see it if musicals are not appealing to you. A little long with no intermission. Vocals need a little work but overall, good. I enjoyed it regardless. Read more

Great singing, Ambitious

See it if you are interested in seeing new musical works with great singing and are interested in stories about male romances.

Don't see it if shows about male relationships bothers you. This is a story about two men who meet in college and their relationship over many years. Read more

Relevant, Thought-provoking, Slow, Cliched

See it if You enjoy strories concerning sexual orientation

Don't see it if You are homophobic, need to see a fast acting drama/comedy Read more

Trailer

Creative team

Theatre Row

Producer

Billy Aberle

Composer / Bookwriter / Lyricist

Chris Sabol

Composer / Bookwriter / Lyricist