My Name Is Gideon: I’m Probably Going To Die, Eventually (2016)

See it if you're open to something completely different. You don't just enter Gideon's livingroom...you enter his world. Some songs are great, not all

Don't see it if you've lost your sense of wonder. G's favorite song is by a five year old. By the end, you'll like it, too. G is funny, sweet and weird.

Also There's one bit that helps you to lose one trouble (not double trouble). Maybe everyone in the USA should be required to go to the show!... Read more Read less

See it if you'd enjoy a quirky multi-talented one man show. He goes from heart warming to hysterical to goofy and back again. Beautiful song & story.

Don't see it if you're going to be a drag darling. Gideon taps is joy and happiness reigns supreme. If you're not going to play along don't spoil the fun.

See it if Absurd at times, hilarious at times, intimate at times; super creative! I kind of loved it and wasn't expecting to. A refreshing experience.

Don't see it if One man shows or tiny comedies bother you. This takes place in a sort of living room. You need an open mind and heart for this one.

See it if Light, humorous one person variety act with songs, stories, and jokes. Good connection with the audience.

Don't see it if You would like something deeper or more intense. My mind wavered at times.

See it if Did I say Quirky?? How about "must be seen to be believed" Off-beat troubadour/busker's quasi-existential life story on a surround-sound set

Don't see it if Either a love it or hate it experience. Could easily be cut a good 15 minutes but I'm on the loved it side; caught myself smiling alot

See it if you enjoy physical humor, international folk music and audience participation. It has the most complex, best low tech set ever.

Don't see it if you value consistency. Without plot the show is a series of quasi-related songs, activities and stories. Some are amusing; some are just odd

See it if you enjoy Gideon using every vaudevillian trick 2 entertain, singing, playing crazy instruments, doing magic, even baking cookies 4 audience

Don't see it if for much of the show you think you've landed on the Gong Show; eventually however Gideon's disarming goofiness wears you down

See it if You want to go on a weird & wonderful ride. You enjoy genre-bending shows: music, storytelling, performance art, games & a cookie.

Don't see it if You want a traditional theatre experience w/a structured script & a storyline. You dislike audience involvement.

Also This is an experience in the best sense of the word. It's an adventure that needs to be seen in order to be appreciated. While, technically, you don't need to participate in the audience interactions, you'll have a much better time if you do. Settle in & enjoy.... Read more Read less

See it if The entire theater is decorated, warm cookies served, many set malfunctions deliberate. Fun show - like a "Pee Wee's Playhouse".

Don't see it if Runs quite long at almost 2 hours. Many of the songs can be cut as the actor isn't the greatest singer.

See it if You want an utterly escapist night out. Unique and delightful, Gideon is so engaging that you will be swept up by it. Resistance is futile!

Don't see it if Don't like non-trad theater, or are not able to go along for the ride. Gideon's a truly likable soul with a big talent, bigger heart. Loved.

Also I was very stressed and not feeling well when I arrived at the theater, but from the moment I climbed the single flight of stairs (venue's NOT accessible), I could feel myself being transported to another place. I don't want to give any of the surprises away, because they are a delight and happen in suddenly and in unexpected ways, but I will say that THIS is the soul-balm we all need right now. You will laugh, cry, be touched, amazed, enchanted. I felt changed by Gideon and his wonderful, wonderful show. That being said, it's non-traditional and may not be for everyone. (However I would argue that even if you don't think you will like it, you might want to give this a try. There's nothing offensive in it-it's not political, violent, graphic, etc. It's just nutty fun. Think Pee-Wee's Playhouse, Laugh In, The Carol Burnett Show.) It's also deeply touching and will grab you in places you wouldn't expect. One more thing. I never looked at my watch & the show runs 1:45 w/o break. Saw it 2x... Read more Read less

See it if you are curious to see something different (too unique to describe here adequately) performed by a clever and engaging artist.

Don't see it if you never understood or liked Pee-wee Herman's playhouse. you prefer theater with a plot.

See it if You want to be entertained. You want to see something totally different and wonderful. You like a one man show. You want to laugh.

Don't see it if You are not ready for something different. You don't want to be totally entertained. You don't want to laugh. You don't like a one man show.

Also Never a dull moment during the performance. I never saw anything like this before. the performance was amazing. Go see it if you can. Gideon will not disappoint. I loved his staging. The staging was elaborate and enchanting. Gideon has a wonderful voice with an amazing range. Wow. That was a wonderful performance. I walked out of the theater with a smile in my heart. I loved it. I loved the interaction Gideon had with the audience. He has an amazing journey that he is preparing for in 2018 and I wish him the best.... Read more Read less

See it if you appreciate unstructured, energetic, frenetic to bizarre, novel, audience-interactive solo Millennial musical comedy in a unique set

Don't see it if you need plot, structure, contextual theme and melody or have a short attention span (two hours of performance art without intermission)

See it if You enjoy seeing something unlike anything you've ever seen before, or if you like unusual musical instruments.

Don't see it if You are looking for a show with a plot.

See it if you appreciate humor, originality, quirkiness and charm. Take a date, take your kids, take anyone who likes to smile.

Don't see it if you want a storyline, character development or anything of substance.

See it if a very unique show. The show is one-of-a-kind original. A little too much physical humor for me, but interesting and fun none the less.

Don't see it if don't like a quirky show. I did not relate with some of the songs, although they were performed well.

See it if you want to experience unique story telling & singing; if you love surprises; if laughter fills your soul with warmth.

Don't see it if you are looking for a standard venue and dislike even a small bit of audience interaction.

Also This experience was so much fun I would go again. Gideon is very talented and intelligent - and his sense of humor and timing is fabulous.
It is obvious he loves interacting with people, creating new challenges for himself and his audience.
When he asked for a couch to crash on (his preferred method for meeting new people) he got plenty of offers.
I would have offered too except that my husband was not feeling well.
In case you read this, Gideon, a rain-check to crash at our place is available..... Read more Read less

See it if You're open to a one man show that's part story telling, part performance art and all around quirky and charming. The songs are odd but fun.

Don't see it if You don't have patience for an offbeat performance. It's long but inventive and doesn't drag.

See it if you are interested in a really eccentric solo musical evening with a charming and very goofy host.

Don't see it if you hate solo shows with audience participation and songs that have little musical interest beyond the quirkiness of their performance.

Also It's a bit like a New York, grown-up Pee Wee's Playhouse.

See it if You want hear hilarious travel and family stories while listening to various musical instruments. Wonderful staging and clever creations.

Don't see it if You don't like stand-up.

Also The Rattlestick team were incredibly friendly. Comfortable seats. Bar with donate what you wish.... Read more Read less

See it if Wow! Actually not sure what I just saw but I liked it and Gideon is amazingly talented. Probably would like it more if I had a drink before.

Don't see it if You do not like zany performance pieces-- actually you will probably still like it ( at least parts)

See it if You need an antidote to the current planetary heaviness and can let go and surrender to this charming raconteur/brilliant singer- musician.

Don't see it if You are too jaded to enjoy good hearted story-telling, physical comedy, great music and zany creativity for a quick and joyful two hours. GO

See it if you like theater that is different and clever... This show was quite entertaining...

Don't see it if you are looking to see something traditional...

Also Gideon is such a delight... He greets you as you walk to your seat... He is friendly and funny and quite a unique person...... Read more Read less

See it if 1 of the best I've seen-but not 4 everyone! Expansive & imaginative, this guy gives you an adult fairyale for a way to live. Intimate/funny~

Don't see it if If a storyteller w/an off the hook sense of humour isn't your thing. If you're tightly wound or judgemental-and dislike audience interaction

See it if you want to be entertained by a talented unique showman. Even when Gideon is using some cabaret tropes, he does it in his own fresh way.

Don't see it if you won't like a 1-man show with audience participation and no plotline or much depth that runs slightly long, but I was always entertained.

Also If you liked the quiet intimate humor of Gorey, you will probably like this show.... Read more Read less