Caroline, or Change NYC Reviews and Tickets
Show-Score Member Reviews (76)
See it if A good story and moving songs.
Don't see it if A lot of the story is told via song. Not very dialog heavy.
See it if You want great acting.
Don't see it if You are plot driven.
See it if …. you are interested in seeing this popular show first hand. This show comes alive in from the middle of the second act to the end.
Don't see it if … if you want to see rousing theater. This show was hurt by the dreadful set design.
See it if You enjoy getting into the mind of the main character. Great singing, fabulous child actor (Jaden), interesting sets.
Don't see it if It annoys you that the main character doesn’t allow herself any modicum of happiness. You need to hear or understand all of the song lyrics
See it if Wonderful
Don't see it if Don't like wonderful
See it if I'm not a musical guy but I found this production very entertaining with important themes handled in an intelligent way
Don't see it if Really don't like musicals or serious subjects
See it if You want to see one of the most exhilarating 11 o’clock numbers ever by Clarke in a very meaningful ambitious show.
Don't see it if You like frothy meaningless entertainment.
See it if You want to see a revival of a much acclaimed musical that discusses race and culture in the 1960's, with uplifting household appliances.
Don't see it if You are expecting an uplifting main character. Read more
Critic Reviews (5)
“APAC's ‘Caroline, or Change’ is a welcome reminder of this unique musical...Directed by Bondarin, APAC’s ‘Caroline, or Change’ doesn’t have to reach far to connect to current events in 2019. The topicality is clear, and may even resonate more with audiences now than it did in 2003...It was ahead of its time. And with such a difficult piece, Bondarin nails it...Burns’ great leading performance is well matched by the entire cast...APAC's production is a gem.”
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"Jeanine Tesori's soulful yet playful score, matched to Tony Kushner's perfectly crafted lyrics, bring a deep power and resonance to Caroline's story...Since 'Caroline, or Change' is a musical that deserves more attention, it's heartening to see it performed with such finesse by a regional theatre company--and that APAC performs this nuanced work with such finesse is a testament to the power of their storytelling."
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"The plot of this almost entirely sung-through musical is fairly simple, but the themes explored—in typical Kushner fashion—are endlessly grand...Bondarin does a fine job staging this intimate piece...Burns sings the vocally challenging score with great aplomb, boasting both the confidence and the technical skill needed to anchor the show...While the trimmings are simple and the vocal performances vary in quality, the strength of the story still radiates."
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"'Caroline' is not an easy show to do. It requires a first-class cast and a director with a sure hand. In the APAC production, it has both, along with a small but excellent band and solid production values...Bondarin goes to the heart of a show, understands it on all levels, and honors the work by presenting it in its best light. I saw 'Caroline, or Change' both Off-Broadway and on, and thanks to Bondarin and everyone else involved, this production is every bit as amazing."
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“’Caroline, or change’ has arguably more social relevance today than ever before....The actors and director do a beautiful job of portraying a country on the edge of major change and conflict. We can only wonder what these rich characters would have to say about the recent events sweeping this country. With so many salient issues and engrossing story, this show provides a distinctive look back at the last 60 years of change…or not?”
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