The Effect (The Shed) NYC Reviews and Tickets

See it if you like small productions, dramas with outstanding actors working with an excellent script, appreciate unique staging

Don't see it if you prefer a large cast and traditional setting, if you prefer theatre as escapism, do not want a show about mental health

See it if you want to see something thought provoking with great acting

Don't see it if you're expecting an intricate set, props and costume. it's a very bare bones production as is typical of jamie lloyd

See it if you like well written plays exploring mental health. The acting is excellent.

Don't see it if you prefer musicals or lighter comedies. This play deals with heavy subject matter.

See it if I saw the original off Broadway production years ago, but the revisions and directorial vision make this a much better and more urgent play.

Don't see it if I was so enraptured with this production that at times it felt a bit stress inducing. This is exciting and smart theater.

See it if You want a thought provoking play about falling in love, chemistry, psychiatry, medical ethics and cause & effect. Great staging and acting.

Don't see it if You are triggered by topics like drug reactions, unhealthy relationships, depression and suicide. You don't like box theaters in the round

See it if you want a meaty play that might play tricks with your head; wonderful acting and completely engaging

Don't see it if psychological experimentation is of no interest to you; some might not enjoy a talky play, bare set & low lighting.

See it if Riveted to the stage as the actors as they feel themselves out of control about love, medical ethics. Great staging.

Don't see it if If you like comedy or simple ideas. This shows the ethics of the pharmacy industry and its promotion of anti depressants.

See it if A play about a medical clinical trial gone wrong. Wonderful acting.Great script.

Don't see it if If you prefer a musical or comedy then skip this one.