The Light Rail (NYMF)

See it if you like therapeutic love stories. I wanted to root for a happy ending but having actors play the normal & neurotic sides of the 2 leads ...

Don't see it if you're expecting a polished show. It's a great idea but needs lots more development.

Also took away much of the dramatic intensity of the play.
I'd love to see the male and female leads expose their vulnerable sides without extra casting. Then I'd root for them and really care how it ends.... Read more Read less

See it if interested in mental illnesses. Want to see them represented by separate actors. Want to see some new actors.

Don't see it if want a fully developed show. Want a complicated story.

See it if you love eating/drinking during the show, go with a group, and love pop-rock modern musical feels and deep stories.

Don't see it if you want a very staged production, long story, or feel-good musical.

See it if you like new musical theatre, you're interested in mental health, you're a straight Millennial.

Don't see it if you'd like to follow a narrative and learn more about the characters.

Also I understand what they were going for here - a quirky look at mental illness and romance - but it didn't really work. Despite some nice pop-rock melodies and lovely arrangements, this contemporary romantic “comedy” was never funny, and its depiction of a self-loathing, suicidal gay character was offensive and shockingly out of date. Vague lyrics and a muddled narrative made for a very confusing experience. I discussed it with others I met at the show, and we couldn't agree on what had actually taken place. But we all agreed that the treatment of the gay character was out of date and out of touch.... Read more Read less

See it if You have an interest in mental health, you know someone in the cast, you REALLY like sentimental ballads. Like a lot of sentimental ballads.

Don't see it if You are looking for character development, you prefer unpredictable lyrics, you tire of saccharine ballads, you are looking to be challenged

Also This show's heart is in the right place, but it does get monotonous at times. The songs are predictable and don't really advance characters. The topic is very important and definitely timely but is dealt with in a fairly surface level manner. I realize this was only a concert and we therefore lacked many book elements, but the songs alone provide a roadmap for the story, and the story alternated between unbelievable and cliche. Would rather it be unpredictable and fresh! I definitely commend the writers but would suggest rewriting/revisiting to package the story differently, with fresh lyrics/music.... Read more Read less

See it if you love hearing amazing singers sing from the heart, you love love, or if you have ever loved someone and not been loved back (hurts)

Don't see it if you are looking for perfection; this isn't perfect yet. But for the NYMF beta musicals/concerts, it is my only 100 score. I saw them all.

Also I heard this was written by a 21 YEAR OLD COLLEGE STUDENT. What? I bet the few negative reviews didn't know that. This girl (who also played the female lead) has done something extraordinary with her first shot at writing a musical. I say don't let those negative reviews get you down. Is it perfect? no. And some of their criticisms are valid and should be heeded in future drafts (for instance, not sure the gay theme even works here and now, in 2017, especially in NYC that is so post-modern in this genre and seems to be "totally over it" in many respects). BUT! Ignore the snark and the snarl that seems to be lurking behind their comments. You go girl. You've got chops, and people with chops are always going to wear a target.... Read more Read less

See it if you like the feels of complicated relationships between friends; you enjoy "standing O" performances from the male and female leads

Don't see it if u are looking for a finished product; there is a reason why NYMF does beta musicals/concerts; with edits and work this could go all the way

See it if You are excited for the future of musical theatre, you want to experience new work from amazing artists, you want to see a fantastic show

Don't see it if You want a show that is full produced and developed or an old-timey musical

Also Has incredible potential and so amazing to see such an innovative and promising show in its early developmental stages... Read more Read less

See it if you want thought-provoking theatre

Don't see it if You want a musical that is a straight comedy or a show that makes you brain dead

Also Simply fantastic.

See it if You like shows like Dear Evan Hansen, Next to Normal; shows that make you think. If you like contemporary musical theatre music!

Don't see it if You want a fluffy musical with no substance

See it if You love realistic yet hopeful stories. The music and lyrics are clever and soul-stirring. The melodies have been in my head since seeing it

Don't see it if Just see for yourself. Couldn't disagree more with the negative reviewer. Thought it was honest and authentic.

See it if You like great singing and directing!

Don't see it if You don't like small venues

See it if You want an honest story with humor and heart. Music was fabulous!

Don't see it if See it!

See it if you are a human being

Don't see it if you don't exist