Catapult!

See it if you want to see a large cast, in a long production, giving it a go to be entertaining on issues of the art world. Some good moments.

Don't see it if you want a well edited and acted play. There are good elements here in need of refinement. Most acting more suited to screen than stage.

See it if A few funny moments where the art dealer thinks the crap "art" is worth paying top-dollar for.

Don't see it if But most of the 2 hours 15 minutes drags big time, many walkouts at intermission, many yawns. Desperate need of severe editing.

See it if You don’t mind seeing a show that is really still not ready for prime time ! You enjoy satire, especially when it’s aimed at the A list !

Don't see it if Everything needs to be perfect for you to enjoy a play. You have no interest in the trials and tribulations of the world of modern art.

See it if You want to see a fun and interesting comedy with a really big cast

Don't see it if You want a play that is cleaned up and polished or if you have a problem with actors playing multiple roles

Also I feel like I probably liked this play more than others but my rating system is a lot harsher than most people on here. The biggest issue with this is the biggest issue with most off off Broadway plays. It needs to be cleaned up and edited. It’s over two hours long and should be a one act play. In fact I don’t think you should be allowed to do a two act play when you’re doing something off off Broadway. There are 16 people in this. It’s obvious that the cast is unbalanced. Unless you’re doing something on Broadway you’re never going to find 16 off off Broadway actors to work well together. The first scene of this play is a complete mess and totally unnecessary. the concept of the play is interesting but it tries to go into many different directions. Most of the actors playing multiple roles did not do a good job of changing characters. I do want to mention Alex shafer Who did a nice job in both of his roles. Scene changes were surprisingly tight. The curtain call is a complete mess... Read more Read less

See it if U like a story that mixes contemporary art world w/contemporary politics & society. Needs further editing, it’s 2 long & repetitive.

Don't see it if You’re impatient and looking for a fully developed play.

See it if Support smaller venues, enjoy a fun night out, see a satire on the A listers, can apprciate the absurd, can laugh at the absurd.

Don't see it if You don't like satire, need a fancy venue, don't like traveling downtown, aren't open to new experiences, expect a fancy set.

Also I enjoy seeing productions at Theater for the New City. And I support smaller venues that are commuity based. You won't always get the Broadway big hitters at venues like this, but you will get quality work and actors who work really hard. I enjoyed this production, and I enjoyed the satire.... Read more Read less

See it if you enjoy humor poking fun at wealthy art collectors; your pal is in the cast of SIXTEEN; you don't mind very uncomfortable chairs for 2 hrs

Don't see it if a talky play with limited scope will irk you; you prefer plays with characters you can relate to; you like comedies that deliver big laughs

Also "Catapult" paints itself into a corner and stays there for 2 hrs.
The plot summary sounds intriguing: a plumber & a carpenter playfully create "art" that a well-known collector snaps up, making the pair instant art stars.

But there's no tension, little fear of discovery, and -- when the hoax is discovered -- the "penalty" is slight and there are no consequences.

And it gets worse.
You might expect that outsiders who become "art stars" ought to be somehow at odds (or ill at ease) with the speechifying about art by the gallerist, the collectors, or art patrons who attend the opening, right?
Now THAT might be funny.
Instead the plumber & the carpenter immediately fit in & start speaking the lingo of a Christie's appraiser or MOMA trustee.

There's so little tension -- but "art talk" aplenty, therefore, each character winds up sounding alike. When the hoax is discovered, nothing changes.

Very uncomfortable chairs were the 2nd thing I heard complaints about.... Read more Read less

See it if a spoof on what "art" is , mixed in with a bit of a love story , would possibly entertain you

Don't see it if if you dislike long , slow, drawn out plays. Seating was uncomfortable and first act was too long

Also Cast of 16 , playing 28 parts, gave it their all. Play needs to be tweaked a bit, but good effort for the first time playwright.... Read more Read less

See it if you are a friend or relative of the playwright or one of the actors.

Don't see it if you’re expecting a well written play. The acting is spotty, the theme has been handled better in other plays, TV and film.

See it if you do not mind run of the mill dated sit-com content.

Don't see it if you do are interested in a quality theatrical experience.

See it if You like an ambitious show that satirizes the art scene and wealthy, power-brokers. You're patient with off, off B'way fare that needs work

Don't see it if You expect a finely honed, B'way -type comedy,with an experienced cast. You don't see any shows, located south of 40th Street in Manhattan.

Also As with many newer plays, this one could really use a strong edit. It attempts too much, with skewering the art scene (should stay the main focus), obnoxious wealthy power brokers, and least appealing, the sullen daughter and her broken marriage & fertility issues.... Read more Read less

See it if You are interested in the hype, folly of art collecting and social position. The message being the rich and powerful can create anything.

Don't see it if You arent interested in seeing a novel subject that affirms our beliefs in the manipulation by media and the rich. Could have been cut down.

See it if you like plays with a lot of speaking and little action.

Don't see it if you want things to move along swiftly.

See it if You have interest in the fallacies of the art market. If you want a light production w/o thinking.

Don't see it if Many minor plots, no main plot. You're seeking a better developed play.

Also Good idea not fully developed. It rotted before it ripened.

Too many minor plots occuring.

Good acting by most.

Some actors rely on recycled stereotypes and exaggerated characizations.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see a new work or support a new writer.

Don't see it if You are expecting a polished piece of theatre. This production had numerous problems with writing, direction, design, and acting.

See it if You enjoy making fun of the art world as I do.

Don't see it if You take the NYC art world too seriously and don’t enjoy a rather slow play.

See it if You enjoy shows poking fun at the rich and the art world. Erinn Holmes was outstanding!

Don't see it if You like a point taken too far. Started out great and went down hill quickly.

Also The writer should cut at least a third or more from the script.

See it if Are willing to endure mediocre writing and acting to explore issue of esthetics and economics in the NYC art world

Don't see it if You require professional level execution.

See it if you have a relative in the show

Don't see it if you dont like wordy excruciatingly long and slow, poorly acted, give or take 2 or 3 actors plays;

See it if Decent acting and staging.

Don't see it if You like plays with tight, interesting script

See it if you want to see a quirky comedy about art collecting/collectors.

Don't see it if you can't handle a bit of plot wander. I was hoping the play would go in a #metoo direction but ultimately it was a love story.

Also - I especially liked the scenes (the first scene in particular) with 10+ actors on stage. I always find it interesting to see how this is technically handled by the director.... Read more Read less