It Shoulda Been You (Gallery Players)

See it if Cute, lightweight sentimental musical comedy about realigning couples, with a gay twist. Fun characters, enthusiastically performed.

Don't see it if Lots of stereotypes. Little substance. Some of the performers are better than others.

See it if Gallery's bare bones revival still hits the mark mostly due to the comic timing of cast (esp Boyaggi's ascerbic mother of the bride)

Don't see it if Despite it's high brow sit-com intentions show is pleasantly entertaining. Adaquately sung (non-miked) but still needs a bit more panache

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Don't see it if What can I say??? You missed a winner if you did not catch the show

Also Caught the closing day. Great production.... sets, costumes, sound system, musicians, props, lighting all dead on. The cast was superb re: singing and acting . Pre-curtain speaker (cast member) selected by the director was a great choice. Enjoyed it more than the production 6 years ago at the George Street Theater which included the later Broadway cast... Read more Read less

See it if you want a good all-around cast performance in a fun musical with a message. Staging, lighting and use of space well done.

Don't see it if the instrumental music drowning out soft voices cannot be tolerated - it happens a few times throughout the show as mics are rarely used.

See it if new traditional musical with family emphasis & gay twist that plays well in non-professional setting with talented cast makes U want to RSVP

Don't see it if gay issues, communityTheatre venue, mixed marriage, overbearing mothers, ineffectual fathers, wedding itself, make U want 2 decline invite

See it if you want to have some fun in the theater. This production might need some polish but the cast overcomes and a good time was had by all.

Don't see it if you want super professional Broadway quality or you don't like funny musicals.

See it if you want to have a fun evening. Some enjoyable songs and even some impressive choreography.

Don't see it if you don't like small-scale musicals.

See it if clever,lighthearted,insightful,and humorous plot line. Acting uneven,use of some cliches and stereotypes.

Don't see it if you prefer drama or a Greek tragedy ,this is a musical comedy with funny plot twists and a surprising ending.

Also Veteran actress Luisa Boyaggi,steals the show as the bossy and meddling mother.Christine De Frece has a great voice, and was great as the self-conscious older sister who learns to live for herself.Great performance.... Read more Read less

See it if you like a funn, unpredictable show with good songs.

Don't see it if don't like being surprised by a show.

See it if you like clever writing and excellent acting along with a rich topic.

Don't see it if you expect EXCELLENT singing. Compared with the Broadway production the singing was lacking. Acting and production is great.

See it if you are seeking a musical with much humor and some twists and surprises. Very well presented. Quite entertaining.

Don't see it if small scale (anything less than Bette Midler) is not your thing.

See it if You enjoy romantic musical comedies

Don't see it if You dislike musical comedies or are homophobic

Also The song lyrics are very creative and clever. Kudos to the lyricist.

See it if you enjoy so-so community theater in a so-so show, though the cast worked hard at it and there were moments of greatness.

Don't see it if you are bothered by an unevenly matched cast, you require professional production values (not a negative as you get what is expected).

See it if you like a light musical with a wedding theme that keeps you entertained from the prep to the ceremony with unexpected twists along the way.

Don't see it if you expect big fancy production/venue - and don't want to go out of your way to Brooklyn- but the show & the talented cast make it worth it.

Also Although the stage is not big, the 2 levels are well utilized, even w/ minimum props. It is a great & cute cast, and nice costumes too for all..
A spl. shout out to the announcer at the start/intermission for his humorous "ad libs" - for setting the fun mood. I would have given this a higher score if it was staged nearer Midtown to be more accessible as it surely deserves to be seen by more people. Hope it gets that chance.... Read more Read less

See it if A musical with a twist

Don't see it if .

See it if A fun musical without a great score. Sweet old-fashioned [with an edge] musical comedy. A nice production of an offbeat Broadway musical

Don't see it if You want more edge or heft. Weddings are not a favorite theme of yours.

See it if you enjoy musical farces performed by community theater cast with a few performers who really stand out; some memorable lyrics and lines

Don't see it if you can't accept that in community theater there will be a couple of people who are over matched, usually in song; this is no exception

See it if You're up for a night of fun and frolic. Great acting and singing by the mother's bouts this musical.

Don't see it if You need all the bells and whistles of a musical. Most voices need a little more help to carry the fun lyrics.

See it if Love a great show.

Don't see it if N/A

See it if you love a truly funny musical comedy performed by an excellent cast in a more intimate setting. Laugh-out-loud funny.

Don't see it if you don't like musical comedy or are homophobic.

Also What a delightful production! An excellent performance of a very entertaining, laugh-out-loud musical comedy. I really didn't expect such a fun, engaging performance; but this Gallery Players production was truly excellent. The cast were all wonderful, and the singing and staging were excellent. Most definitely worth the trip to Park Slope!... Read more Read less

See it if You are looking for a funny musical about an interfaith marriage where it's impossible to plan for everything (that goes wrong).

Don't see it if You don't like to laugh (or if you don't like loud music).

See it if You want to see a somewhat amusing show with poor lighting design and an amateur set, but with good musical accompaniment.

Don't see it if You are looking for a sophisticated theater experience.

Also The script itself was just ok. The most professional performers were the Steinberg parents. The program itself looked hastily put together. The stage direction needs work.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see a show that was on Broadway 2 years ago but has dated writing with jokes that may have gone over in the mid-20th century

Don't see it if You are expecting a memorable score or intelligent writing. Although there is a plot twist in the show, there is not much to celebrate

See it if You enjoy a well staged bit of amusing fluff with a talented lovable cast.

Don't see it if You are looking for high artistic merit over just plain entertainment.

See it if you love lighthearted, fun, musicals that, even if not perfect, still are entertaining and make you smile.

Don't see it if if don't care for musicals unless they are top Broadway productions.

Also While this was not my favorite Gallery Players production (I've seen many!), my husband and I both enjoyed it and were surprised by the twists and turns of the plot.... Read more Read less