The Baby Monitor NYC Reviews and Tickets
Show-Score Member Reviews (17)
See it if You enjoy complex, layered storytelling about LGBTQ subjects, fine acting and directing, and surprising depth rather than clichés
Don't see it if You have no tolerance for tolerance! Or LGBTQ humans
See it if you want to challenge your perception of what it means to be progressive and want to experience a smart, raw, theatrical experience.
Don't see it if you see things black and white and wish to keep it that way. Read more
See it if The cast does a fine job in this play which is the star of the show. With some editing & character/story development, this has potential.
Don't see it if I think this play should have two acts and it wouldn't hurt to add more stage time to develop the story and characters. A MUST SEE!
See it if you enjoy well written, well directed and well acted plays about important timely subjects.
Don't see it if you enjoy light plays and musicals. Read more
See it if This relevant contemporary drama will leave you talking about what constitutes appropriate parenting and what acceptance of LGBTQ means.
Don't see it if You are opposed to LGBTQ families. You believe LGBTQ is only about sexual acts. Read more
See it if You are interested in gay parenting and child abuse issues
Don't see it if You are not interested in gay parenting and child abuse issues Read more
See it if You are interested in same sex marriages and parenting and their rights
Don't see it if You can't accept the differences in family structures, are homophobic. Also, if you need to see a play with an elaborate set design. Read more
See it if well acted play about contemporary issues relating to the LGBT community...very engaging.
Don't see it if you don't like family or LGBT dramas.
Critic Reviews (2)
“That it involves the relatively new phenomenon of gay parenthood gives it an added impact. That it is written with a thorough understanding of the complexities of gay parenthood vs. conservatives-in-liberal-clothing keeps it constantly edgy. And, that it has a relatively positive ending makes it a valuable addition to this literature in a season when Michael McKeever's popular ‘Daniel's Husband’ excited interest in a storyline also involving gay marriage, one with a decidedly dire conclusion.”
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"Poignant, highly original new piece...it is unlikely that this subject matter has been explored in a more emotionally complete way...'The Baby Monitor' is unafraid to navigate into previously uncharted territory, particularly when it comes to tackling the issue of the deeply ingrained prejudices still faced by LGBTQ people...Miniño’s direction is brisk and clean. The energetic cast is universally excellent, unafraid to give the audience sweat, tears, and yes, even blood."
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