Once Upon a Mattress (Gallery Players) NYC Reviews and Tickets

79%

(35 Reviews)

Positive

91%

Mixed

Negative

Members say

Entertaining, Funny, Delightful, Quirky, Great singing

About the Show

This comic and progressive musical retelling of "The Princess and the Pea" will challenge you to rethink your expectations of fairy tales.

"Once Upon a Mattress" tells the story of the brave and strong Princess Winnifred who comes to the rescue of a kingdom in need of a new outlook on love, leadership, and life. Filled with hummable tunes, raucous comedy, dance numbers, and a happily-ever-after, this musical will appeal to audiences of all ages.

Please note the story occasionally, with humor and joyfulness, makes reference to conception and personal intimacy.

Member Reviews (35)

Delightful, Funny, Fluffy, Uneven, Cute

See it if Light comedy w/plenty of song, dance & humor. Jealous queen, mute king, timid prince, spunky princess & colorful court. Strong lead actors.

Don't see it if Suitable for kids, but too long for younger kids. Weaker acting by the minor characters. I enjoyed the addition of some gender fluidity.

Disappointing, Dated, Quirky, Fluffy, Banal

See it if Not much can enliven this chestnut tuner despite Gallery team's best efforts Only shows sparks when Rosenfeld's Princess 'Fred' is on stage

Don't see it if Dated material isn't helped by Gelles' uninspired direction and lackluster choreo Ideally, piece should be souffle light not pancake flat