Twelfth Night (The Public Mobile Unit)

See it if You enjoy Shakespeare done MASTERFULLY. A brilliant take on the story, with characters so funny and alive it was impossible not to go again.

Don't see it if You don't like your Shakespeare re-imagined for modern times. Or Shakespeare at all. Or wonderful actors portraying super fun characters.

See it if you'd roll w/a freewheeling Cliff's Notes version of Twelfth Night. The actors shine though this version's pared down in the wrong places.

Don't see it if you're a staunch Shakespeare traditionalist.

See it if you know your Shakespeare, because this production twists and turns it on it's ear (but you'll laugh so hard, you won't care)

Don't see it if you're a Willie S. purist and don't care for the liberties a Public Theater show takes with his words

Also Sit back, laugh and don't take it too seriously. It's a hoot and half!

See it if A talented cast perform Shakespeare with a Latin flair & music to go with it, a hilarious romp and a fun show. Shakespeare for the masses.

Don't see it if If you are a Shakespeare snob and don't want it changed or need it verbatim...this is not the show for you then.

See it if you'd enjoy a compact modern twist on a classic Shakespearean play with Latin influence including music & some dialogues spoken in Spanish.

Don't see it if you prefer traditional Shakespeare, big productions w/ elaborate staging or if you dislike intimate space & actors playing multiple roles.

Also The performance by the actors were great. You could feel their passion and in some moments, they actually moved me to tears as well as laughter. However, there were some confusion with the characters as the actors were playing multiple roles and the story moving so fast as they had to tell it in 90 minutes. Some of the lines were spoken in Spanish but I guess I got the gist of it. All in all, it was pretty entertaining for its size and price.... Read more Read less

See it if Don't bother! Amateurish and childish! A total waste of time!

Don't see it if Just don't see it. You must have better things to do!

See it if You enjoy comedy and would like to see a new take on Shakespeare classics. And it's soooo funny!

Don't see it if You only like traditional Shakespeare and don't want to be entertained.

See it if enjoy a different take on Shakespeare. support up and coming talent.,

Don't see it if you are a person who only enjoys classic Shakespeare.

See it if You are in the mood for a fast paced, irreverent and cleverly staged version of this Shakespeare's play. It is a lot of fun

Don't see it if You like your Shakespeare the old fashioned way. The whole text has been " revisited " and now has a strong Latin/Caribbean vibe.

See it if a pared-down parody and modern take on a classic would amuse you

Don't see it if if what is written above would be distasteful to you

See it if you want a modern twist on the play and want an accessible, funny version of the classic. it's really easy to keep up with!

Don't see it if You prefer a darker take, love traditional Shakespeare, don't like Latin music interspersed with the scenes, want a large scale production.

See it if You like funky plays,latin music, diversity, lgbt,

Don't see it if U are serius, if you don't like diversity.

See it if you like Shakespeare, wish you liked Shakespeare, or are open to changing your mind about liking Shakespeare. This show is fun!

Don't see it if honestly, I can't think of a reason not to see it. It's hard to imagine that you won't enjoy it, and you can't beat the price!

Also This is a fast-paced, energetic production of one of Shakespeare's cleverest plays. The performers are versatile, the staging is inventive, the music upbeat, and the Illyria-as-Miami thing totally works. I've seen Twelfth Night many, many times (which means I went in knowing every joke and punch line), yet I still found myself laughing throughout the play. The performers make the text fresh and clearly enjoy themselves while doing it.

My one critique: if you're hoping to revel in the glory of Shakespeare's poetry, this is not the place. The antics and gags sometimes do overshadow the text. That said, it's intended to be an accessible production, and it's so much fun that it's hard to remain a stickler. I challenge you to see this production and leave without a smile on your face!

Note for those hoping to get tickets by waiting in line: on the Sunday I attended, only the first 20 (or so) people in line got tickets. So show up early if you're hoping to score seats!... Read more Read less

See it if you enjoy Shakespeare and appreciate a more contemporary staging.

Don't see it if you only like traditional Shakespeare.

See it if you want to see a wonderful, super fun 90-minute Twelfth Night. Fabulous direction. Fantastic performances. Maybe my all-time fave Olivia.

Don't see it if I guess if you hate Shakespeare for some reason? It's FREE. You should see it.

Also I'm a huge fan of the Mobile Unit and the work they do. I'm consistently impressed with them each year and have never not had a great time at one of their shows. I had a huge smile on my face the entire time -- my face was hurting. I never tire of seeing (good productions of) this play, and this one is great.... Read more Read less

See it if you enjoy Shakespeare set in modern times, thus making it more relatable and easier to comprehend

Don't see it if You don't enjoy Shakespeare, or believe it should be kept in the 1600's style

See it if You want to see a refreshing production of a Shakespeare play, done in accessible manner, by a company with an admirable raison d'etre.

Don't see it if You have a cold, dead heart. I'm grateful I got the chance to see Twelfth Night! Really, maybe if you truly don't want to see a comedy.

See it if you love great Shakespeare, or want to find out why people do. Modern and vibrant, with tour de force performances and great added music.

Don't see it if you prefer "traditional" Shakespeare, or you look at the poster for this show and don't think "aw hell yeah, I wanna see THAT 12th Night."

Also Best interpretation of Olivia I've ever seen (and I've seen a lot of productions of Twelfth Night).... Read more Read less

See it if You have never seen the play or you love the play and want to see a new, creative, energetic, shorter version of it with an impressive cast.

Don't see it if You want a traditional, full-length production of the play.

See it if you enjoy a fast-paced and funny Shakespeare, if you like multi-cultural casts and adaptations, and if you like some cast interaction

Don't see it if you want elaborate sets and costumes, or if you don't prefer any changes or adaptations to the text

See it if You are interested in a contemporary twelfth night

Don't see it if don't like Shakespeare

See it if You want to see a modern take on a great Shakespearean play with great and funny actors

Don't see it if Your not comfortable with a intimate play experience

See it if you like the spectacle of theatre, and appreciate diversity in performance.

Don't see it if you are unable to suspend your disbelief and just enjoy a show.

See it if You love a solid revamp of a hilarious show. Accesible, idyllic and entertaining.

Don't see it if Shakespeare, even greatly reimagined for a contemporary audience is not your thing.

See it if You like seeing a fresh take on a famous Shakespeare play, have a great sense of humor, you enjoy when cast is having fun performing

Don't see it if You don't like updated versions of a Shakespeare play