The Outer Space
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The Outer Space
74

The Outer Space NYC Reviews and Tickets

74%
(75 Ratings)
Positive
72%
Mixed
25%
Negative
3%
Members say
Clever, Funny, Entertaining, Quirky, Slow

About the Show

Joe’s Pub at The Public presents a bittersweet and off-kilter new musical about a couple who join a colony in outer space. Directed by Tony nominee Leigh Silverman.

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Show-Score Member Reviews (75)

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503 Reviews | 77 Followers
79
Clever, Entertaining, Refreshing, Relevant

See it if you have ever considered getting away from it all but never thought about the practicalities of what that would mean.

Don't see it if you expect real science fiction or any attempt to make living in outer space logical..

66 Reviews | 30 Followers
78
Clever, Relevant, Intelligent, Hilarious, Entertaining

See it if shows with slightly unusual plots don't bother you; if you don't mind minimally-staged shows with small casts; if you like dry humor.

Don't see it if you want a show with a coherent musical voice, you don't like shows with a lot of very snappy writing where not every joke is obvious.

416 Reviews | 66 Followers
77
Wacky, Entertaining, Song-cycle, Non-plot driven

See it if you want to see something out of the ordinary. More song-cycle than traditional, I was surprised how entertained I was.

Don't see it if you not in the mood for a real "out there" show where you do need to pay a little attention. Or wanna see HAMILTON.

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448 Reviews | 88 Followers
76
A talkcert, Clever, Entertaining, Slow, Thought-provoking

See it if You like clever, wry, dry, subtle wordplay. Appreciate a monologue with song that challenges you to think and allows you to giggle.

Don't see it if You want to see a standard theatrical production. Aren't a fan of intellectual humor or ensemble music. Don't enjoy a club scene. Read more

95 Reviews | 22 Followers
76
Funny, Entertaining, Intelligent

See it if You want to hear a funny satiacal story about human relationships while enjoying good music.

Don't see it if You don't appreciate subtle humor.

86 Reviews | 6 Followers
75
Clever, Entertaining, Edgy, Indulgent, Slow

See it if You like satire.

Don't see it if You are looking for something profound.

408 Reviews | 86 Followers
75
Entertaining, Quirky, Slow, Funny, Great musicians

See it if you might enjoy a quirky story with some great jazz/folk music. The small band is excellent. Fun & entertaining, but maybe not for everyone.

Don't see it if you don't want to see a show that resembles a concert or stand up more than a full scale play. you're averse to sci-fi, jazz/folk music.

82 Reviews | 42 Followers
74
Funny, Intelligent, Quirky, Entertaining

See it if You want an off beat story with music about a couple who live in outerspace. You enjoy storytelling with songs.

Don't see it if You want a dialog between 2 or more actors. You don't enjoy a dinner clib environment.

Critic Reviews (17)

DC Metro Theater Arts
December 2nd, 2016
For a previous production

“Intriguing and humorous, but at times, depressing…Most entertaining, for me, was the music. The narrative is crazy and inventive, and we could follow it and relate it to our own lives. What makes the production so unique and captivating is the use of music in telling this tall tale…'The Outer Space' is a new imaginative musical journey that explores many of today’s day-to-day situations in a wisecracking science-fiction context…A zany yet thought-provoking evening!”
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