SUPER! (FringeNYC)
About the show
Part of FringeNYC: A young man with extraordinary gifts must become the superhero the world needs him to be in this 'super' new musical! Take a running leap and fly with Mark as he prepares to fulfill his destiny! More…
Categories: Musical/Opera, Local. Written by Aaron Michael Krueger. Directed by Aaron Michael Krueger. Choreographed by Aaron Michael Krueger.
"It’s certainly a challenge to merge the superhero genre with that of musical theatre, but 'Super!' is well on its way to creating something special. While Krueger’s story may need to work out some of its kinks, his characters are well-drawn and interesting, and his score is filled with some impressive musical moments. If given the necessary revisions, this is one superhero show that will have the chance to fly above all the rest." Full Review
"There were a number of very talented actors in this musical with excellent voices. Others not so much!There were moments of sheer brilliance. At other times, the word 'torture' came to mind. Some lyrics need to be re-written and the story line must be updated to be made more interesting. I wanted to be taken on a journey to a place I haven't been before. I wanted to be surprised and moved emotionally.Instead, I just got more of the same I've experienced many times before in this genre." Full Review
“A derivative, nonsensical mess, ripped off from multiple superhero origin stories which all did their jobs better than this one does...The music is forgettable and, unfortunately, beyond the vocal abilities of most of the performers who, despite their obvious enthusiasm, struggle to stay in tune, and they get little help from a dreadful pit orchestra. But the biggest problem, and the one which probably underlies all the others, is that the show has no idea what it wants to be.” Full Review
See it if you want just a fun time with a very good score and choreography
Don't see it if Only about half the voices are strong enough to carry their solos, but are fine for the chorus...but its Fringe.
See it if you're looking for something safe and don't mind a little repetition.
Don't see it if you want something edgy and new
See it if You like superheros, great music and want something entertaining and heartfelt.
Don't see it if You don't like the above.
See it if your like musicals and superheroes, but you LOVE amazing female vocalists! Chloe Kostman and Anna Laura Strider are great!
Don't see it if you desire a clear, inventive superhero narrative.
See it if Really fun and great music. Was singing one of the songs for days. Chloe is amazing and the main guy is really great!
Don't see it if You don't want a song stuck in your head for days. The score is brilliant!
See it if You like quality, original musical theatre .. and if you like superheroes! It's definitely a compatible blending of those two things.
Don't see it if You don't like either of the above.
See it if You like Superheros, catchy music and a great story.
Don't see it if You're not a fan of superheros or having a song stuck in your head for days after.
See it if you love super hero stories and Superman.
Don't see it if You don't like Superman.
See it if You love all things Superman because this is basically that origin story told ad nauseam. The female vocalists were unreal though. A+!!!!
Don't see it if You're looking for something new and fresh to add to superhero canon.