A Brooklyn Boy NYC Reviews and Tickets

88%

(88 Ratings)

Positive

99%

Mixed

Negative

Members say

Absorbing, Great acting, Relevant, Entertaining, Thought-provoking

About the Show

Co-writer and performer Steven Prescod plays 32 different characters in this solo performance which tells the story of his coming of age in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn.

Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York by single mother, Steven's story is a tale of love, family, the streets, gang violence, and self-acceptance. Through the CityKids Foundation, an excerpt of the show was performed for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, which led to a production at the National Black Theatre and a tour of school performances. It is now the inaugural production of a new theatre, The East Village Playhouse.

Show-Score Member Reviews (88)

83%

Great Acting

See it if B

Don't see it if N

84%

Absorbing, Entertaining, Intelligent, Relevant

See it if great acting on a revalant topic

Don't see it if you don't like solo shows

83%

Absorbing, Great Acting, Intelligent, Intense, Riveting

See it if You want a riveting & beautiful story with an actor capable of switching effortlessly between roles.

Don't see it if You don't like one man plays or small theaters.

75%

Good Raw 1 Man Show, Not My Taste

See it if you want to see a raw portrayal of misguided youth in NYC & how one boy gets drawn in via peer pressure. Prescod is a terrific actor.

Don't see it if you want a happy story. Leaves u wondering & caring about his future alternatives. Unsettling in a very real way. Read more

95%

Clever, Entertaining, Great Acting

See it if You want to see a show that is filled with enthusiasm done by a young, sincere, motivated performer

Don't see it if You are not into hip-hop and rap

97%

Exquisite, Funny, Great Acting, Great Writing, Masterful

See it if you want to see an absolutely amazing performance by a young man who is equally as good at writing as he is at performing

Don't see it if you are not interested in hearing the story of a young man's journey through life, sometimes heartwarming, sometimes heartbreaking.

80%

Ambitious, Clever, Great Acting, Great Writing, Intelligent

See it if You'd like to see a singular talent who has taken a tough background and turned it into a compelling and very entertaining story.

Don't see it if you're not a fan of one-person shows in crampet settings.

90%

Absorbing, Great Acting, Intelligent, Relevant, Thought-Provoking

See it if You like shows where you are exposed to another side of real life, thoughts and perspectives that are likely very different from your own.

Don't see it if You don't like a small, intimate theater experience. Read more

Critic Reviews (2)

"Prescod impresses with his natural stage presence, his ability to transform himself into a gallery of characters...He commands the stage, never losing our attention...Nevertheless, the text could use some additional work. Prescod's relationship with his mother would benefit from additional fleshing out...It would be interesting to learn how acting helped him turn his life around...'A Brooklyn Boy' flies by, coasting on Prescod's natural charisma and solid technique."
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"The amazing one-man show...Includes dozens of voices and much vibrant dancing...The energy in The East Village Playhouse is powerful indeed...Amazing dancing was happening right in front of my eyes...In accordance with the mission of City Kids, I will post that young people are encouraged to see this show. I have a few young New Yorkers I am telling about this fine production. Prescod's ability to sing, dance, and play upwards of 30 roles for an hour is a joy to behold."
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