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87%
(109 Ratings)
Positive
97%
Mixed
3%
Negative
0%
Members say
Relevant, Great writing, Absorbing, Thought-provoking, Great acting

About the Show

In this this world premiere drama, a young Nigerian postulant arrives at a New York City convent for refuge, prayer, and a new beginning on a hot and tumultuous day in the summer of 1964.

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Show-Score Member Reviews (109)

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60 Reviews | 4 Followers
97%
Absorbing, Great Acting, Great Singing, Intelligent, Masterful

See it if Did not expect much from this off Broadway play but came away loving it. Amazing singing and smart way of exposing racism in a convent.

Don't see it if You expect flashy staging or a a fast paced play.

6 Reviews | 3 Followers
87%
Intense, Thought-Provoking

See it if a simple show set (and produced) in a church which is the only set. Well written and tense throughout. Makes the most of a minimal space

Don't see it if You hate going into churches, hate going to the west village, hate nuns or hate nyc.

91 Reviews | 11 Followers
81%
Absorbing, Great Writing, Relevant

See it if A show with strong ensemble cast, pretty solid writing, some humor, politically relevant .. a great effort.. appeals to you.

Don't see it if Church has pros and cons. Visibility /sound could have been better. VG acting - main actress needed to slow down, speak up! Read more

334 Reviews | 37 Followers
84%
Interesting Venue For Theater, Relevant, Resonant

See it if You like theater in an unusual setting the church added to the nuns conversations Relevant subject still even as it referenced an earlier

Don't see it if Politics , race, religion are not subjects of interest. The seating and acoustics are not good

116 Reviews | 53 Followers
100%
Great Acting, Great Writing, Masterful, Must See, Substance & Content!

See it if U want to be excited by excellent theater again! U want a brilliant script that is relevant & well directed with A+ acting.

Don't see it if U are afraid of religious & racial topics, dislike using your mind & heart to absorb serious drama. U want silly frivolous entertainment. Read more

52 Reviews | 13 Followers
80%
Absorbing, Great Acting, Quirky, Relevant, Thought-Provoking

See it if you want to see a great show that offers a wonderful cast and a well-written, story that is very relevant today.

Don't see it if you are a racist, or if you prefer shows that are in a "real" theater with a "real" stage, and "real" staging. This is as simple as it gets. Read more

271 Reviews | 66 Followers
90%
Great Acting, Old Fashioned, Rewarding, Slow, Special Setting

See it if You appreciate how a play can show a sliver and reveal a world.

Don't see it if Uncomfortable seating will dim your appreciation of the work. Read more

215 Reviews | 34 Followers
80%
Absorbing, Great Writing, Relevant, Resonant

See it if ..you enjoy very modest but well-written production of a moving story about racism and historical events (mid-1960s)

Don't see it if .. you're looking for any flashy production values

Critic Reviews (1)

On Stage Blog
January 25th, 2018

"A fascinating and timely piece of work. With conversations that are still familiar today, a wonderful cast, and a beautifully-written story, the world-premiere production is a must-see...Throughout the play, the stories of the nuns are told, giving each character solid motivations for their actions and providing a well of emotional depth...McCasland’s writing...is skillful and delicate, artfully creating both loud, shouted moments and intimate conversations between the characters."
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