The Sweet Spot NYC Reviews and Tickets

81%

(3 Ratings)

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100%

Mixed

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Members say

Short, Relevant, Absorbing, Well-acted, Great chemistry between the actors

About the Show

A devoted mature couple navigates a life-changing decision in this new play.

Jerry and Vita, a fiercely devoted couple married for five decades, possess the kind of bond where they can finish each other's complaints.

When the chance to transition to an assisted living community arises unexpectedly, they face a crucial choice at a rapid pace. Across three tender and banter-filled mornings, we trace their journey as they wrestle with, discuss, and reflect on what decision they can wholeheartedly embrace.

The Sweet Spot explores how individuals evolve together, how our sense of self transforms over the years, and how love prevails when we summon the courage to embrace it.

Show-Score Member Reviews (3)

A sweet play hits the spot, Great chemistry between the actors, Relatable,, Entertaining

See it if you think it's nifty to see a play involving older people and their younger selves

Don't see it if you want a splashy play, or if you prefer musicals

Short, Great acting, Great writing, Absorbing

See it if 1 hour discussion between an older couple about their future

Don't see it if Short and slight. Read more

Underdeveloped, Short, Relevant, Thought-provoking, Well-acted

See it if you want a thoughtful, well-acted play about a couple debating whether or not to move to an assisted living facility.

Don't see it if an hour is too short of a show for you. The characters could have been developed more; 60 minutes didn't feel like enough time.

Critic Reviews (3)

“...a realistic consideration of what lies ahead for the couple and a decision that must be made. There is not a lot of dramatic tension or (thankfully, not) melodrama here, but the dialog rings true”
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"As it is, the story ends much as it began, two old lovers nattering at one another. Not much to see there."
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"Moments of familiarity between an older couple – a glance, a touch – sparked truthfully, make the production worth the visit."
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Creative team

American Bard Theater Company