The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
About the show
Aquila Theatre presents the adventures of London's legendary sleuth, Sherlock Holmes, who's played by a woman in this comedic, fast-paced thriller. More…
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's vivid characters jump from the page weaving a tale of suspense and intrigue. In addition to Sherlock Holmes, many of Doyle's other characters are on hand such as the trusted sidekick Dr. Watson and Irene Adler, the woman who got away. More than a century after his debut, Sherlock Holmes remains the definitive and most famous detective in world literature. The Aquila Theatre brings its energetic physical style to this new adaptation of Doyle's popular detective series. Playing at the Queens Theatre and Brooklyn's GK ArtsCenter.
Member Reviews (19)
MEMBERS SAY:
See it if Good fun, very clever, nice surprises, very well acted and very well staged.
Don't see it if you are in the mood for something serious and thought-provoking or have trouble following fast talking
See it if You've ever enjoyed Sherlock Holmes, or are just up for a fun, thoroughly entertaining, two hour mystery adventure.
Don't see it if you can't keep up with the fast-paced dialogue typical of the original Sherlock.
See it if you get free tickets. The direction, writing, and acting are uninspired; motivated by unnecessary movement and anachronistic characters.
Don't see it if you value your time. This is two hours you will never get back. I wish there was some redeeming quality to this production. There was not.
See it if you're a Sherlock Holmes fan. Great to see the short stories.
Don't see it if you don't like exposition.
See it if You enjoy plays like 39 Steps (similar concept). Solid acting and staging - thought the actors did a good job conveying the time.
Don't see it if If you don't like shows on the long side (chairs were not comfortable and they easily could have cut 20-25 minutes from the show).
See it if Good show my dear friends
Don't see it if Great show dont know much to say
See it if You want something different
Don't see it if You don't like well skilled and crafted pieces
See it if you like strange men who should not be solving crimes solving crimes
Don't see it if you can't have a laugh
See it if You enjoy a fast paced, thought provoking show
Don't see it if You want a mindless, laid back show
See it if This is not a family show!
Don't see it if If you like mystery then this is a good show!
See it if You're looking for a great mysterious comedy.
Don't see it if You're looking for a masterpiece of acting.
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Don't see it if Bnnn
See it if Your a nerd
Don't see it if Your not a nerd
See it if good
Don't see it if your not into misteries
See it if It is really good, the actors are amazing and haven't failed yet.
Don't see it if Some of it is a bit mind boggling at times because you might not know what's going on
See it if You need something a little different
Don't see it if You prefer classic theatre
See it if like mystery shows
Don't see it if thrillers
See it if If you're into mystery and love Sherlock Holmes I highly recommend you watch this show!
Don't see it if You don't like Sherlock Holmes.
See it if You love the Sherlock stories
Don't see it if You dont like Sherlock Holmes
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