Boogieban
84

Boogieban NYC Reviews and Tickets

84%
(31 Ratings)
Positive
94%
Mixed
6%
Negative
0%
Members say
Great acting, Absorbing, Intelligent, Relevant, Great writing

About the Show

"Boogieban" explores the lasting affects of war upon two soldiers of different eras. Together, the two men launch on parallel journeys of the heart that will change them forever.

Show-Score Member Reviews (31)

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79 Reviews | 5 Followers
95
Profound, Must see, Great writing, Great acting, Absorbing

See it if you're interested in the subject of PTSD and the horrors it inflicts; exceptional acting in a story with depth and raw emotions.

Don't see it if you don't like heavy plays about deeply emotional subjects; prefer large productions with multiple characters. Read more

435 Reviews | 60 Followers
94
Great writing, Great acting, Relevant, Resonant, Absorbing

See it if U want 2 feel what PTSD is probably like. Stunning portrayals of both the soldier and his army psychiatrist. It will hi-10 ** appreciation o

Don't see it if If you’re looking for something less serious and thought provoking. Read more

394 Reviews | 34 Followers
92
Riveting, Intelligent, Great writing, Great acting, Absorbing

See it if You want to see a wonderful 2 person show with great acting.that gets you to feel deeply for the characters.

Don't see it if You want to see a light and fluffy play. This play brings up a lot of emotions.

272 Reviews | 82 Followers
92
Intelligent, Sensitive, Moving, Great acting, Great writing

See it if The price a soldier pays through his life with PTSD is intimately explored and masterfully expressed in this two person play. Truth told.

Don't see it if you dont want to be reminded of the sacrifices members of the military continue to make throughout their lives. It is emotionally powerful

729 Reviews | 415 Followers
92
Profound, Riveting, Intelligent, Great acting, Absorbing

See it if A true evening in the theatre with a compelling story of the human impact of war where there are no winners. A must see drama!

Don't see it if If war & PTSD is of no interest, you can skip this play, however, you are doing yourself a disservice.

783 Reviews | 249 Followers
90
Moving, Great acting, Resonant, Relevant, Intense

See it if Army vet psychiatrist sees one last patient before retiring, and while helping the patient, discovers himself. Authentic & compelling.

Don't see it if The PTSD theme is not new, but the particular story of these two characters is executed beautifully. Includes flashing lights & loud noises

108 Reviews | 35 Followers
90
Intensely emotional!, Great writing, Great acting, Intelligent, Clever

See it if Best new drama I've seen this year! Well written script becomes acting Tour de Force with these 2 great actors. Real theater, no fluff.

Don't see it if Uncomfortable subject of PTSD is explored in therapy sessions. Not for the faint-hearted or someone looking for simple entertainment. Read more

253 Reviews | 116 Followers
90
Necessary theater everyone should see, 2 military generations meet here, Heartfelt & healing

See it if ably acted 2-man show on battle scars of 2 generations; middle-aged doctor & father helps Afghanistan vet, who unknowingly returns the favor

Don't see it if you dislike scenes of war acted on stage or small intimate theaters, but frankly this is a rewarding non-profit show, worth yr time & funds. Read more

Critic Reviews (2)

BroadwayWorld
September 7th, 2019

"Psychological aftermath of war is explored in BOOGIEBAN at 13th Street Repertory Theatre."
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Theater Pizzazz
September 8th, 2019

"Heartfelt, but somewhat too contrived…Fidler's language veers from the realistic to the self-consciously poetic…with touches of verbal staginess. Both actors…do insightful work…Long stretches that drag interminably…Plays like 'Boogieban' continue to be necessary reminders of the costs of war."
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