The Fantasticks

See it if You want to see the longest running show in off Broadway history and there's a reason for that...it's delightful.

Don't see it if You're not a fan of a simple story told simply. Not a lot of bells and whistles but plenty of beautiful music.

See it if you are curious why it's been on for 57 years. It was quirky and kind of charming. Surprisingly good and funny players.

Don't see it if You just dont care. It's never been on your radar nor ever will be.

See it if you like a lite show that is just fun to watch. Boy meets, girl, loses girl, gets girl back. the story is enough to keep you interested thro

Don't see it if you don't like camp, a curtsy romance story that is not deep but pleasant.

See it if you've never seen it before. It's a classic title that is decent family fare. (You should be able to find deep discounts for this show.)

Don't see it if you have fond memories of the original Off-Bway run. This is a pretty low-budget production in an awkward space, albeit admirably performed.

See it if You're curious about this record-breaking show to see what the draw is all about & how it holds up after 50 years. Get an off-Broadway feel

Don't see it if You want a big Broadway style musical, 2 pianos don't do it for you, little fables are not your thing, joy winning over cynicism isn't you

See it if you like minimalistic, romantic stories.

Don't see it if you don't want to spend your money on something that feels like a high school play.

See it if You've never seen the show -- everyone should see it at least once.

Don't see it if You don't want to sit in a shoebox-sized theatre with about 10 other people. And you don't like cutesy musicals.

See it if You haven't seen it yet, it celebrated it's 57th birthday on May 3 and it is closing this June 4th. A classic!

Don't see it if You don't like musicals or you didn't like it the first time you saw it!

See it if you enjoy silly funny love stories with good singing and you don't mind less fancy sorroundings and simple staging.

Don't see it if you dislike when actors break the fourth wall or you need upscale locations.

See it if you'd enjoy a simple old-school boy-meets-girl story with a dash of mocking humor.

Don't see it if you need spectacle staging/effects. This is more like attending a cute show at your local community college - intimate and engaging.

See it if you want to see a classic; wonderful cast and a truly sweet and entertaining musical; good for families

Don't see it if you want a big production - this is minimalistic but lovely; proof you don't need an expensive set to entertain

Also It took the announcement of closing to get me there and I'm so glad I did. It was a lovely afternoon.... Read more Read less

See it if wanting a charming love-story without much surprise but that is designed to entertain in the purest way. It's a semi-rustic but fun staging.

Don't see it if you dislike: "cutesy," whimsical, and somewhat juvenile musicals that feel wholesome and comical in a benign way; broken fourth walls; camp.

Also Tom Jones' modernized take on Romeo & Juliet-esque romances is not fussy, elaborate, or shocking; but it is artfully rendered, well-acted, and evocative of the feel-good emotions we all need at times (like now!). The small yet more than adept cast has tremendous heart. I find Bradley Dean's El Gallo/The Narrator the one to watch--a really dazzling performance in what is, in truth, not too complicated a role. The show has been recently made darker by a reworking of "Round and Round," which does add grit and a shade more realism than the rest of the show may allow. I was also impressed by Aaron Wright as The Mute (or The Wall), who--silent throughout--still manages to offer a necessary aura of magic and suspense to the production. Before the show, I overheard some of the actors (and past castmates visiting for the last few performances) lamenting that "this is it--it's not coming back after this." The Fantasticks closes on 6/4/17, and while not life-altering, see this NY institution NOW.... Read more Read less

See it if you care about musical theater at all. This show is part of our history, plain & simple. DO NOT let it close again without experiencing it.

Don't see it if you don't care about THEATER, period. Yes, it's sappy & VERY dated romantic fluff. But the music's timeless. You will regret not seeing it.

See it if I only saw it recently. It has such a big reputation, I expected a lot. Was disappointed. Great song-"Try to Remember," still powerful.

Don't see it if I did not love it, found it less than I expected.

See it if You want to see a classic musical. It's been around for 57 years after all! This is a 1950s style score and the singing fits. Very sweet.

Don't see it if It's dated - the script has not been updated and a few of the jokes are uncomfortable. No power ballad singing like Idina Menzel

See it if you want a straightforward show that you can anticipate at every turn.

Don't see it if you're looking for something new.

See it if a classic & you enjoy small intimate musical theatre

Don't see it if you are looking for an old school musical with huge dance numbers

See it if You want to see a show that will delight you & make you remember the simpler life. Great for kids. For "Try to Remember" ..love the song.

Don't see it if Expect costumes, acrobats, big names and all the Broadway hoopla.

See it if you have never seen this show. It truly is a classic and the music is just lovely.

Don't see it if you have seen it before and expect it to be as good as you remember. This production seems campier and more forced than in the past.

See it if you're a fan of old fashioned romantic musicals and love the music.

Don't see it if all you care to see is edgy, rock musicals.

See it if less more creative storytelling. This classic music never tries to be more than it is and relies on it's charm and lovely score.

Don't see it if romance and simple staging isn't for you.

See it if you like basic, simple storytelling without any of the bells or whistles. An old-fashioned simple tale with a great score and a lot of heart

Don't see it if you want a lot of depth to the story or characters, or want large production values, or want something modern and trendy

See it if You never have. The score is still as beautiful as it was in 1960.

Don't see it if it bothers you that the boy has never learned to sing unmiked he has the best numbers, big disappointment El Gallo & the girl sing well

See it if you haven't seen it before--it's definitely on the bucket list; but it's not a great show. It's fun, and has some excellent music

Don't see it if you've already seen it, want something on a large scale

See it if You like a dated romantic show. I found it highly overrated. Some very good songs.

Don't see it if Highly highly overrated.