DruidShakespeare: Richard III NYC Reviews and Tickets

See it if Elite talent dares to put on a Richard III for the ages. Screw your narrow experiments & virtuous parsimony—Druid pulls out all the stops.

Don't see it if dislike dark European stuff; prefer quotidian vision, relatable psychology, literal historicity. Irish troupe has cynical view of Engl crown Read more

See it if you want to see a great Irish theatre company at the height of their craft.

Don't see it if you don't like Shakespeare. Read more

See it if Outstanding version of classic, with interesting staging,costumes,lighting.The centerpiece is the marvelous acting of Aaron Monahan and cast

Don't see it if You are not a fan of the Bard's works.This play is 3 hours long, but time goes by quickly.

See it if Aaron Monaghan gives a remarkable performance. Shakespeare's most evil character shines. Great set & effects. 3 hours, moves along quickly.

Don't see it if you'd dislike an anachronistic production, w loud mechanized executions, uneven supporting actors & costumes. Read more

See it if you want to see one of Shakespeare's best played by a great Irish company in a gorgeous, harsh, mixed modern staging.

Don't see it if You're looking for a fresh take of an enduring, timely classic. But this is a highly competent production with moments of excellence. Read more

See it if you want to see a powerful and creative production with outstanding acting, especially by Richard III.

Don't see it if you do not care for Shakespeare's historical dramas.

See it if This 3 hour Richard III flies by. Aaron Monaghan is perfect as the deformed villain. He uses 2 canes and dominates the stage.

Don't see it if Ranks up there with Mark Rylance on Broadway & Kevin Spacey at BAM. Monaghan played Gogo in Druid's "Waiting for Godot last year. Versatile! Read more

See it if you enjoy the Bard. Pretty simple.

Don't see it if you...don’t like the Bard.