The Imbible: A Spirited History of Drinking

See it if You want fun facts about the history of alcohol in a relaxed setting with 3 included drinks.

Don't see it if You want traditional theatre with a plot & character development. You're not OK with having drinks served during the show.

Also You don't select the drinks served during the show. You don't have to finish them, unless you like them. There are no substitutions.... Read more Read less

See it if you like yo imbibe three drinks in 95 minutes: A shandy, and old fashioned, and a gin and tonic. Pay attention, because there's a quiz.

Don't see it if if you do not drink or care about any form of alcohol. The upscale theatre bar might change your mind.

See it if You'll enjoy the history of alcohol while having 3 alcoholic beverages and a big container of popcorn all included in the ticket price.

Don't see it if You don't drink alcohol.

See it if You enjoy a drink and the history of said drink; are looking for fun and not a story

Don't see it if You want a traditional theatre experience and/or do not drink

Also Attend with drinking in mind; have a drink or two before and don't worry about waking early tomorrow... Read more Read less

See it if you are looking for a show that is fun, unpretentious and doesn't take itself seriously. 3 genuine alcoholics drinks comes with the ticket.

Don't see it if you are a teetotaler or you must have an epic performance.

Also The people at this show were so nice! Some seats have backs, others closer to the stage (or bar as the case may be) do not. When I told the ushers that I have a bad back, they were so nice and found me a seat with a back, despite the full house.... Read more Read less

See it if You want 3 drinks and a tub of popcorn with your evening out. Not really theater, probably more for tourists.

Don't see it if You don't like being lectured.

See it if You drink

Don't see it if You don't ever drink

See it if you are intellectually curious and don't mind smiling while you learn. This is an entertaining and occasionally interactive lecture.

Don't see it if you are looking for a conventional production that respects the fourth wall.

See it if You want a fun evening to drink and learn a bit about what you are drinking!

Don't see it if You don't drink alcohol or appreciate the bartending arts.

See it if you want to learn more about alcohol through the ages, or just sit, drink, laugh, and have a good time.

Don't see it if you're expecting a traditional musical or something very plot-based. This is a series of educational sketches with gorgeous singing also.

See it if You are curious about history of "drinking". See it for 3 free drinks. For a night out.

Don't see it if Don't like history, don't like drinking....don't see this.

See it if you want to learn a little about alcohol and it's history, with a few songs and jokes thrown in from time to time.

Don't see it if you don't drink.. I would recommend having at least one or more drinks to start to get into the spirit of the show, even before it starts.

See it if A history of drinking with three free drinks included. A musical about alcohol.

Don't see it if You don’t like musicals or are offended by stereotypes. Or you do not drink

See it if you are interested in the history of alcohol or if you just want a fun evening and a couple of drinks. The cast is talented and charming.

Don't see it if you expect great art or lavish sets & costumes. This is minimilist & often silly. But it is fun. Probably not fun if you don't drink at all.

See it if you want to see a fun, campy show. A talented cast cavorts around a bar making merry. Lighthearted levity brews up a great time.

Don't see it if you want serious theater or you are not interested in the history of alcohol.

See it if You like to learn a little while watching a show, and like getting served some alcohol as well!

Don't see it if You don’t like to drink, don’t like non-traditional theaters where there is no formal stage, or you don’t like sitting in high-top seats.

Also I preferred Day Drinking better since that one had something of a story while this was more didactic, and there were more original songs.... Read more Read less

See it if you want a fun, story-telling, history lesson evening. like drinks; interested in the history of cocktails;

Don't see it if you don't like low budget shows; don't like alcohol;

See it if You enjoy informative, insightful, witty presentations mixed with history and sociology, and stirred with good performances.

Don't see it if If your membership in AA conflicts with the topic of the show, you don't want to think and have fun at the same time.

See it if Want Fun evening out. Very cute- with even some education included. And the included drinks and popcorn ( albeit salty) did not hurt.

Don't see it if You dislike alcohol or alternatively, you are misguided and think ( wrongly) this could be a binge

See it if you want an educational, entertaining lecture with some songs. A bit too scientific but the cast was engaging and the atmosphere pleasant.

Don't see it if you wouldn't like an inventive bar setting. Too much talking rather than singing. However nicely done overall.

Also All songs were acapella. It would have been nice if at least one actor played an instrument, like guitar or violin.... Read more Read less

See it if You want a fun night out - with drinks [there's popcorn too] and live entertainment [acapella] and you might learn something.

Don't see it if You are expecting theater - it's not. You are expecting anything but a light, fun night.

See it if You want to learn about the history of alcoholic beverages in a entertaining environment and enjoy three "free" drinks

Don't see it if You want a traditional play

See it if you enjoy history, science, and drinking with a bit of singing thrown in.

Don't see it if you don't enjoy drinking or trivia.

See it if You like Ted-talks, cocktails, and barbershop quartets. If you think this combo sounds great this show will really work.

Don't see it if You want production past slides and drinks. Mind some mixed performances. Want a story instead of infotainment.

Also This is an interesting,fun, and enjoyable show that comes with a shandy, an old fashioned, and a gin and tonic. I think the base price is to high but if you find a discount you should go. It’s not an epic or aan emotional experience but it’s an enjoyable night at a bar. Seems like a great date night.... Read more Read less

See it if You like educational shows where you can learn about something and have a good time.

Don't see it if You don't drink. Don't want to learn.