Master of the Crossroads

See it if You don’t mind filling in the blanks with your imagination in this decent but flawed script. Very well acted but the story takes some jumps.

Don't see it if You don’t want in your face storytelling. Loud, harsh, graphic storyline told in a very intimate setting makes for a tense evening.

See it if you think you might like to experience several high-energy breakdowns over the course of a play, all intensified by the tiny playing space.

Don't see it if you're looking for insight into any of the many hot-button issues that this piece invokes, from battlefield trauma to religious hypocrisy

Also I sympathize with this theater's stated mission: to use theater to shift consciousness. But this piece invokes too many important issues—including battlefield trauma, partner violence, racism, religious hypocrisy, mental illness, sibling rivalry, probable infidelity—for the jumbled plot to be able to treat any of them with care or insight. Before the end, the onstage happenings get so weird that they attain a macabre force. But so much remains unclear that it's hard to know what purpose all the fury has served.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see a play filled with lots of energy throughout

Don't see it if If you are looking for a family drama that ebbs and flows. This does not work. It’s way too over-the-top

Also I was really excited to see this based on the reviews. I love dark depressing dramas but this was ridiculous. Imagine if two people walk on the stage and start shooting a gun at each other and just continue to shoot the gun without any break for 90 minutes. That’s pretty much what you get here. We don’t really learn much about the characters or why they are the way that they are. It’s just over the top craziness from beginning to end. It’s very rare that I say something is too over the top for me but that is definitely the case here.... Read more Read less

See it if One of the most intense powerful shows you will ever see

Don't see it if High intensity exhausts you.

See it if you enjoy extreme energy, poetical religiosity, physicalized emotion, and fantastic actor Obi Abili.

Don't see it if you want a production that breathes a little, develops character and action, and allows its actors to catch their breath.

See it if you like bold messes. Intense and engaging performances about large and important themes. Your more concerned with themes than plot.

Don't see it if you mind a play that is a situation and a boatload of themes but doesn't seem to know how to build a narrative from those elements.

Also I can see someone really liking this play as its a swing for the fences type production and I admire that. I don't think they had a story to tell so much as themes they wanted to explore. The issue is the inability to structure the narrative and character development makes it feel inauthentic and confusing. The lack of a real resolution with a no build semi-reconciliation at the end feels cheap like the author just didn't know what to do so gave an ambigious ending that might not be sad. Massive and hard to believe shifts in the character need to be well built, or they torpedo a play.... Read more Read less

See it if You want to see drama with a religious bent with over the top performances.

Don't see it if Nudity, violence, religious themes, mental disease, and racist overtones are not your thing.

Also Very confusing. Not sure what the message was. Very talented actors who deserve a better script. The ending left me even more confused.... Read more Read less

See it if This is an impeachable powerful production. The story touches tender subjects including mental health. Not to be missed.

Don't see it if If you can't handle intense stories

See it if if you're into INTENSITY: yelling, violence, a reckoning with the darkest emotions of humanity.

Don't see it if You want a fully-formed story clearly communicated; if you're okay being yelled at for 80 minutes.

See it if you're OK with being shocked to show how PTSD affects soldiers & those they touch. Lots of Qs, but no answers. Think Apocalypse Now.

Don't see it if stark depictions of madness are more than you can handle. Not as loud or nude as others have suggested, but some of both. Confusing ending.

See it if You enjoy super intense, dramatic shows. You are interested in the efforts of war on soldiers. You enjoy small cast/intimate shows.

Don't see it if You are uncomfortable with cursing or nudity. The subject of PTSD is unsettling to you. You’re looking for a big show with elaborate sets.

See it if It was brilliant! The writing flawless. The acting and staging superb!

Don't see it if If you don’t want to broaden your perspectives about race and social justice. If you want to see a happy play - go see Mary poppins!

See it if If you want a play that tackles issues of racism, mental health and family struggles infused with faith and deceit.

Don't see it if if you are looking for a mellow evening and are not interested in the elements of the play.

See it if Hey! Really loved the performances of a strong cast tackling very dark and difficult subject matter (racism, mental h.) in a personal drama.

Don't see it if You're very sensitive to noise or can't handle subject matter like violence, racism, militarism, mental health deterioration, & addiction.

See it if It will leave you at the edge of your seat. This show is not for the faint of heart, it is RAW, Riveting, and Intense. It is MASTERFUL!

Don't see it if you are sensitive to profound and risque theatre

See it if you want to witness terrific performances in a bold new drama that will surely give you a true, raw, off-off-Broadway experience.

Don't see it if you're up tight with nudity, violence, and shouting, and can't appreciate how these forms can be an integral part of a compelling play.

See it if You want to connect with the story in a very intimate setting, also be ready to be surprise and find compassion for each charather .

Don't see it if You not ready for true in your face.

See it if Calderon has written in the action of the psyche of these three on the edge . Truly exquisite example of fantastic realism

Don't see it if If you don't like to think and you are squeamish at heart .

See it if you want to have all your assumptions and ideas blown open to a whole new way of looking at life.

Don't see it if you are offended by stark reality and prefer your theater on the lighter side.

Also One of the most riveting, explosive and intense nights of theater I've ever experienced. Wild! Wow!... Read more Read less

See it if The story is flawless. Acting is top notch. You’re in for a-ride from the moment the curtain goes up until the bitter end. Highly recommend.

Don't see it if Don’t see it if you’re easily offended by nudity, racist indeuendo, and violence in real close quarters

See it if You want a physical experience and reaction and to be made to feel uncomfortable. It is a god damn roller coaster to watch. Superb.

Don't see it if If you like Pinter-esque plays.

See it if This show shows pure passion for the craft in every area from writing, directing, acting and staging. You sit down and witness life, fully

Don't see it if Idk, maybe if you are uncomfortable with violence, nudity and cursing. But really we get that everyday living in NYC.

See it if Amazing performances and sharp writing and directing. It will make you hold on tight like a rollercoaster. Powerful and riveting.

Don't see it if Go see it

See it if You want to see original and compelling writing performed by a terrific ensemble of actors. You will not forget this show!

Don't see it if You might be triggered by violent language and nudity and a realistic portrayal of PTSD

See it if You like intense, thought provoking theatre that hits hard and doesn't give you room to breathe

Don't see it if You don't want to see or hear about racial issues, post traumatic stress disorder