Cruel Intentions

See it if based on, and loosely based on Les Dangerous, has some very good directing. It is well written and edgy.

Don't see it if If you do not like this type of Avant Garde type of show. It is more drawing toward the young crowd.

See it if you want a fun & faithful adaptation of the 90s film w/period pop music & the sexiest villain (Zakrin) since Sharon Stone in Basic Instinct.

Don't see it if you don't like the film or the original source (Les Liaisons Dangereuses); you're not a fan of 90s pop music; you hate jukebox musicals.

Also Note that (Le) Poisson Rouge has open seating, so get there a bit early. There is a 2-item minimum for table seating. (No minimum for standing room.) There are no Playbills.... Read more Read less

See it if you enjoy a wonderfully entertaining and modern version of Dangerous Liaisons. Music from nineties sung by talented young cast.

Don't see it if you don't like modern musical versions of Dangerous Liaisons or any production of it.

Also I didn't expect to like this show since I am always disturbed by the plot of people enjoying destroying innocent people. I liked this modern interpretation with young people very much. Very talented cast. I only wish the venue would eliminate the very loud background music before the show and during intermission. You cannot talk with this loud background music.... Read more Read less

See it if You’re looking to have fun!! NB there are food/beverage minimums

Don't see it if You’re super prudish.

See it if you want an evening of light entertainment. Follows the same story as the movie with 90's pop songs cleverly interpolated into the scenes.

Don't see it if you're looking for something high-brow. This is lowest common denominator entertainment with a wider appeal than serious theatergoers.

See it if you have a friend or five excited to go w/ you. Not just for theatergoers but don’t bring ppl w/ antipathy toward 90s teen flicks/pop songs.

Don't see it if you’re hoping for cross-generational appeal. It’s just not there. Don’t even think about it if you don’t know the listed bands.

Also Effectively hooks its target demographic in the first 7 notes. This show’s an affectionate jest for those whose tween years were saturated in No Doubt, Counting Crows, TLC, Marcy Playground, Jewel, and, of course, the Cruel Intentions soundtrack.

I underestimated how much fun this would be! I don’t recommend this particular show to everybody, but I do recommend everyone seize the chance to revel in some cheeky nostalgia if a jukebox musical that caricatures the trends of their youth presents itself. The chesty wardrobes, overweening dialog, & sexual politics Hollywood packaged for 90s teens have not aged well—yet reenacting these expired fads makes the TIMELESS VERSES OF THE GOO GOO DOLLS all the more gratifying! At one point, half the audience was swaying, lip syncing, and air guitaring along w/ Constantine Rousouli. And even if Alex Boniello’s fey gay Blaine seems a bit un-PC today, I’ll be d*mned if he doesn’t steal every scene he’s in.... Read more Read less

See it if you loved the movie, 90s pop music, and/or both.

Don't see it if you would hate a 90s era spin on Dangerous Liasions.

See it if You want a silly, predicable show (follows the movie of the same title w/90’s jukebox music added). With good talent on almost bare stage.

Don't see it if You are expecting the material to be elevated by the direction or the addition of music. The plot is strong enough to still make it fun.

Also ** Open seating. Get there early! ** Many large groups reserved full tables, making it hard for friends to find seats together if they came 20 min or less behind curtain time.

The venue was funky. Club style seating with the band on the stage trying to look invisible by being low key.

There was no set. Just the use of 3 volding chairs. The venue didn’t have traditional lighting. Most of the lights were aimed from above the stage. Many pointed towards the audience. Lots of blinding moments.

The acting was good. Voices were good, but the choreography was not.

Overall I think the venue, music and drinks made for an enthusiastic audience that really seemed to enjoy the show. Note 90% of the audience were women, so if you are looking for a throwback girls night out, this may be your show.... Read more Read less

See it if you enjoy excellent singing, energetic performers, good popular music, fine musicians and sexual content.

Don't see it if you dislike popular music, high amplification, sexual content and somewhat inane story lines.

See it if you are a fan of the movie & 90's music performed with a live band telling the story of teen love, revenge and cruelty with a talented cast.

Don't see it if you don't like musicals of teen movies that are performed in a nightclub environment.

See it if Frankie Grande...totally endearing and sexy. Go for a chilled back, fun time with friends and drink. Talent.

Don't see it if Productions quality and staging is minimal.

See it if you want to see a unique theatrical experience that tells the story of a cult classic 90's movie. The cast is so talented and into it!

Don't see it if you do not like loud rock music or want a classic theatre experience.

See it if you love the movie or you are a major fan of its soundtrack or 90s music.

Don't see it if you are looking for a full-staged musical that has a deeper meaning or if you aren't up for a good time.

See it if you want to hear great voices, talented performers and an energetic production.

Don't see it if you don't like very loud singing. The amplification was extremely loud. My ears are still hurting.

See it if you love the movie and/or songs from the 90s.

Don't see it if you hated the movie or you don't like shows that are mostly about sex.

See it if you love 90's nostalgia and are a fan of the movie

Don't see it if you don't like cabaret seating, cursing or slight nudity

See it if you want to see a high school show.

Don't see it if you are an a adult and want to see a show for adults.

Also I just went to see it because of the song Bittersweet Symphony by The Verve and will regret it for the rest of my life.
To begin, they tell you to be there 2 hours before the show so you can drink their bad alcohol and bad food. You have to eat and drink.
The waitress got confused with our multi person table order, and served us a disgusting potatoes.

The story is a deception, with a treatment of a high school, the singing is not good either. Boring, long, tedious, repetitive.

Even the audience was boring.
The music is played by a three person band.
You have to be very cautious when going a dinner show, because the dinner is always bad, very tricky this kind of shows.

You see the poster, you know the music, your imagination starts thinking that you will have good time and ..d bam! You are seating there and there in no escape. Don't even think in buying the secret society tickets.... Read more Read less

See it if You enjoyed the movie and like 90s and 2000s music.

Don't see it if You didn’t like movie or off off broadway productions.

See it if You are a fan of the movie and love 90's music. The music in the show is great with an incredible cast.

Don't see it if You are easily offended by sexual situations, or if you are hoping for a production. Keep in mind, 2 food/drink minimum for seating

See it if You love 90's music sung at top volume and you already know the plot of the movie

Don't see it if you don't like a rowdy crowd, you don't appreciate camp

See it if You liked the Cruel Intentions movie or if you like good acting and singing in a fun musical at a nice music venue .

Don't see it if You don’t like music from the 1990’s

See it if You really loved the movie and need to see it in another form.

Don't see it if You’re depending on previous reviews. There have been substantial cast changes and - let’s just say it makes a difference. A big difference.

See it if you're a fan of the film or 90s music. If you enjoy shows that kind of make fun of themselves/don't take themselves too seriously.

Don't see it if you want a serious night at the theater, you're uncomfortable with a lot of talk about sex and drugs, you hate the movie. Not for children.

See it if you want to relive the 90s with all the best songs of the era. Amazing powerhouse voices & sexy staging makes for a fun night in the lounge.

Don't see it if you don't like stories about sex and teens. If you like a traditional theatrical space, this is very different.

See it if You loved 1990s music, you want to hear great singers sing their faces off, you like camp, and/or you enjoyed the movie.

Don't see it if If you don't like 1990s music and hated the movie.

Also I will probably go see this again. I'm on TDF and my ticket was only 28. I had SO much fun but I had a bad seat (F down and I was the last one seated). Carrie St. Louis (who plays the Reese Witherspoon character) is a Broadway performer (Wicked) and she is truly extraordinary. Matthew Sullivan is wonderful and has the biggest laugh line in the whole show. The actor who plays the Ryan Phillippe character is very good. Takes about 10 minutes for the show to find its legs and then you're off for a hell of a ride.

Also LPR has good food at reasonable prices. The French Onion is terrific. Nice beer selection too. I had a blast. Theatermania got this right: "Stupid good fun."... Read more Read less