Subways are for Sleeping

See it if you can get to the York. Everything gels: acting, singing, script, lyrics, tunes, staging. SAFS is dated, but who cares? It's delightful.

Don't see it if you need a good plot; this is silly, contrived. But charming characters & terrific songs.Strong performances. Did I mention, it's delightul?

See it if you want to see a truly bizarre golden age musical performed expertly, especially by Alyse Alan Louis and Eric William Morris.

Don't see it if a staged reading doesn't interest you. There's very little staging, and some moments really suffer for that.

See it if you'd like to see a rarely performed show with some great Jules Styne tunes, eager, enthusiastic cast overcoming odd,dated book,

Don't see it if you expect a fully staged production, not attracted to musical about the "quality" unemployed/homeless living temporarily on subways

See it if You appreciate Mufti productions with no frills and have always wondered about the show

Don't see it if You are expecting full tilt costumes and sets and have no curiosity about this score

See it if you want to hear a great Jule Styne score with clever Comden/Green lyrics.

Don't see it if you need to see a big, polished work. Actors are on book here, but they manage some terrific acting--even while connected to music stands.

See it if you like musicals; you enjoy the Mufti series; you like Jule Styne's work; you like intimate theater; you didn't get to see the original

Don't see it if for some reason you need a big, splashy Broadway musical

See it if you want to see a well acted rarely produced musical with good songs by a famous composer, Jule Styne.

Don't see it if you don't like musicals that deal with serious subjects in a somewhat light way.

See it if A fun cast brings this mufti musical to life again with a charming score and music that bounces along with this serious story.

Don't see it if You may find this musical a bit dated and the subject about people on the edge sleeping in the subway a turn off.

See it if you want to see a perfectly pleasant performance of a rarely-done musical

Don't see it if you prefer shows with a substantial book

Also I enjoyed this, but am not sure it lends itself well to the mufti setup. When one plotline is about someone who can't leave an apartment, it's asking a lot of the audience to imagine a door blocking people who are otherwise standing face to face. Additionally, I wish the York would make more of an effort to start on time. I've been to all three shows this season and the pre-show speech hasn't begun before fifteen minutes after the start time for any of them. For a show that claimed a running time of two hours, the second act didn't start until 9:45pm last night.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see a lighthearted romantic musical involving homeless people in NYC in 1961.

Don't see it if you're not interested in a romanticizing of homelessness.

See it if you like musicals and have 2 free hours. Second act is delightful.

Don't see it if well, you can't it is over now.

See it if curious about other shows by Styne; to see charismatic talented leading man Eric William Morris.

Don't see it if you're expecting a hidden gem. It's not bad, but it never convinced me that homelessness would be a viable option for these characters.

See it if you love musicals. Eric Morris was wonderful; Gino Milo added the right comic touch as did David Josefsberg. Ms. Louis' voice was lovely.

Don't see it if you do not like shows where the cast uses a script. But in truth, it did not matter in this fine production.

Also The talk back after the matinee with the cast and director is always a treat. While the play is 50+ years old, the story which revolves around "homeless" people is still relevant. For many, it will change your view on those without a permanent home.... Read more Read less

See it if you enjoy an old-fashioned musical that leaves you feeling happy. Wonderful revival features Julie Styne's music with great songs.

Don't see it if you don't like musical comedy or wonderfully talented actors singing a great score.

See it if you want to see a silly old show done as well as it's ever likely to be

Don't see it if you only want perfection--it's hardly a classic, but it's great fun

Also The two lead men were absolutely fantastic, and the entire cast sings a charming score exquisitely. If you've ever been curious about this show, rush to see this production.... Read more Read less

See it if Like old fashioned musicals. Interesting take on homelessness. Delightful music. Talented cast.

Don't see it if You dislike old fashioned rather ridiculous story.

See it if You want a chance to see a rarely revived musical (even with some reworking) in a concert style production.delightful - fun & terrific cast

Don't see it if You don’t appreciate past musicals that are a bit quirky or only want to see a full production.

Also Winning cast that was terrific. An enjoyable performance of a old show from early 1960s that was a treat to see.... Read more Read less

See it if you like old fashioned musicals with terrific music and wonderful performances and are forgiving of a book that needs work.

Don't see it if You can't appreciate elements of an entertaining, hopeful musical when the overall might not be firing on all cylinders.

See it if have an interest in lesser known musicals from Broadway's golden age

Don't see it if you require fully staged productions to be satisfied

Also I have attended every mufti performance done by York since I moved to the area. I think this is my favorite I've ever seen there. The revised book was very funny, very touching, and very timely. The score has always been great. Highly recommended.... Read more Read less

See it if You love Jule Styne’s oeuvre and musicals from Broadway’s golden era

Don't see it if You would be offended by a lighthearted look at a deadly serious subject: homelessness and joblessness

See it if you accept on-script, street-clothes, no set show; you love old musicals with tuneful songs & clever lyrics, a talented cast and NO MICS!

Don't see it if you need full staging, orchestra, costumes Broadway show. You don't like musicals. You are cynical and mean-spirited.

See it if you want to experience a rarely performed musical that has many qualities including a charming score and performers.

Don't see it if you want fully staged musicals...performers are in script and scenery is modest.

See it if You love musicals from the Golden Age. The score is one glorious Jule Styne tune after another.

Don't see it if don't like seeing the actors holding their scripts or have aversions to hope and happiness.

See it if you like musicals with clever lyrics, fun story lines, strong singing

Don't see it if you expect an attractive set, you don't enjoy a performance that's similar to a read-thru rehearsal.