I Am Nobody

See it if You enjoy pieces that feel more like improv or devised theatre. You want to support The Tank, one of the crown jewels of NYC theatre.

Don't see it if You have a low tolerance for shows that are utterly silly. You want to hear some memorable songs.

Also "It was written in a mindset of despair. I thought: how about writing something that offers no solutions or hope." -Greg Kotis

The above quote is in reference to Urinetown, not I Am Nobody. In fact, Kotis seems to have written I Am Nobody in direct opposition to the above statement. It's a story all about hope.

Unfortunately, it lacks quite literally all of the craft that makes Urinetown an enduring piece of art.

The book is simply awkward. The lyrics uninspired. And the music? It's not even credited to anyone. There is a music director/arranger credited but there is no one credited with the music. And it certainly sounds like the music was simply devised improv style.

The level of musicianship in the cast is also not up to the task.

The tone of the show is manic. Really, truly manic. It's so aggressive that it's grotesque.

On the brighter side, I looked up Sarah Coffey's band, Stolen Jars, and have been binge listening all night. I wish they had written the score!... Read more Read less

See it if Listening to voices in her head, Naomi drives cross country to help save humanity.

Don't see it if Is technology and our obsession with cell phones ruining mankind?

Also this is a workshop production by Greg Kotis (Urinetown)... quirky and original!... Read more Read less

See it if Big Tech takes over our minds through our little screens and singing team (14 songs) discover our only salvation is combating with love.

Don't see it if Eromessiac.Band chip worm. Big presentation on postage-stamp stage.Recorded music with live guitars."You & me should end this modern world."

Also "All this gas you been smellin' makes me wanna smell you/Now it's time to tear this world apart/She called us culprits/Prophesies don't happen by accident" Silicon micro-chips.... Read more Read less