Out of Water

See it if You don’t mind sitting through a show that’s very light on substance. It’s somewhat clever but the talent is not there to support it.

Don't see it if You’re hoping for a well performed show or one with a clear plot line or unique sets or costumes...not here.

Also It was a looooooong 80 minutes!

See it if A family friendly show that needs work. The story is well intentioned but not deep enough not relevant nor good enough.

Don't see it if You want a show that has a good story to it . Actors are okay but not a show that you will remember afterwards.

See it if some nice talent, interesting tale. fish lovers will enjoy it. Brazil info arises.

Don't see it if why are sets moved, moved, moved and moved again

See it if you’d like to see a pleasant enough musical for kids, except it’s for adults.

Don't see it if you are looking for a play with breadth or depth.

Also The cast for “Out of Water,” a musical from Brazil, is personable. The music is pleasant. The message—"Take action despite your fears!”—is upbeat & useful. But the piece is so devoid of complexity that it feels like a kid’s show; but it is also so lacking in incident that a group of kids viewing it would likely grow restless very soon. There’s a neat turn at the end that transforms a sad ending into a happy, productive one. But it came far too late for it to make the play a gripping experience.... Read more Read less

See it if you like exposure to work from other countries. It has some nice tunes and a trio of Brazilian actors who have good voices on a minimal set.

Don't see it if you really want a musical - it's a play with songs. It is not really focused toward adults or young children though it has nice messages.

Also Basic exposure to Brazilian Portuguese language and culture.

See it if you enjoy children's theater that uses devices like repetition, flexible set pieces, symbolic characters, simple songs, epic hero's journey

Don't see it if you prefer serious or subtle theater with complex characters, music and plot.

See it if Simple fishtail of Brasilian boy and aquatic friend's search for memory and a new wet home.Relying on companion who needs you gives purpose.

Don't see it if A parable. A parable without talented actors and writing, invites comparison to an earnest, well-intentioned musical kiddie show.

See it if you'd like a light on plot, family/child theatre style folk tale. The music is good in some parts.

Don't see it if you want an attention-grabbing story. The book needs condensing to remove a lot of filler that makes the tale drag.

Also The acting was good and some songs were catchy, but I'm not sure if this is meant to be a Family/Kid style show. It felt very kid-theatre. The play-in-a-play distracted me from the rest of the whimsical/fantastical story.... Read more Read less

See it if you enjoy an English version of a sweet, naive ethnic parable probably most appropriate for young school age children

Don't see it if you are bored by linear tales with simple sweet themes, messages, songs from perspective of young boy, or cannot sit 90 min. w/out interval

Also Promising if music is improved.

See it if You're easily entertained by a very pleasant, unevenly skilled if well-rehearsed cast in a thinly written parable with even thinner songs.

Don't see it if Expecting Brazilian music or anything ethnic or regional; those aspects apparently tossed aside in translating this hero's journey for all.

Also Helora Danna is adorable—there's no other word—with a natural warmth and talent that almost pulls off this thin, under-thought and written script. An interesting take on the need to live with and overcome one's fears in life in order to succeed or push forward, the script never takes on a real life or seriousness that might have transformed both show and audience.... Read more Read less

See it if You like Brazilian music, support Brazilian artist, learn their culture. The story might have worked but something lost in translation

Don't see it if You do not like small theater, small cast, plays with lots of singing.

See it if Don’t have much positives comments. If you equate it to a middle school production, then you will love it. I say just skip.

Don't see it if Lead went from sharp to flat often during most of the performance. OMG.. dreadful!

See it if You want to bring your kids to the show. I think the writer has good intentions but it's still not well written. Easy to forget.

Don't see it if You expect to see a well executed musical with thought provoking & meaningful story and well written lyrics and music.

See it if Very simple story of a young man looking to put his fish in the ocean. The 3 talented young actors did an impressive job thou.

Don't see it if Your looking for a more thought provoking story or full broadway type musical.

See it if you like childrens theater

Don't see it if you dont like musicals

See it if Story telling play w/ a breakout of songs Family friendly. non-violent & non-sexual Clever minimal staging

Don't see it if You Want a good song & dance musical.

Also Supporting actress talent is held back.
The storytelling play w/song subject Provokes thought. However, play is somewhat corny.... Read more Read less

See it if It is a cute little show for 75 minutes with three charming actors and a bit of Brazil in it.

Don't see it if It’s a show more for the kids than adults. The same message of “fear” keep on repeating.

See it if into a charming-at-times children musical

Don't see it if expecting something BRAZILIAN or grownup entertainment

Also The story of a boy and his fish-friend going through a list of fears is a good premise not satisfactorily fulfilled by the writing. The 3 actors are charming and there are poignant moments, but this children-show was mostly attended by adults, and watch-checking / lowered heads were visible from my seat in the 7th row. The issue is that while the show is indeed Brazilian, it shies away from ethnic elements and comes off as also-ran from Anytown USA. Adults attracted to the Brazilian marketing-angle may disappointedly find that we are not that different after all.... Read more Read less

See it if you don't mind a insipid story, directing and music. Singing and acting are not bad.

Don't see it if you expect anything with Brazilian flavour. Especially songs are very far from Brazilian music.

See it if See it if you have a good imagination and enjoy a new fable about life’s journey. The story itself is good.

Don't see it if The staging and music and singing are average to poor. The direction and musical adaptation need work.

See it if you want a small scale pocket musical that ends with a profound punch.

Don't see it if you expect everything good, clever, and beautiful to come in the same packaging.

Also people giving this show bad reviews need to defrost their frozen hearts. This show is deeply profound and its message is that art can save us from our fears. Don't miss the message.... Read more Read less

See it if U like 2 C actors who can’t sing or act embarrass themselves. My niece’s high school musical was far better. What a disaster! Wasted time.

Don't see it if U expect 2 attend a musical where the actors can sing &act, where there is a plot & where U wld hear Brazilian music. Yawn!

Also I gave it the highest BAD score just for their effort but I’d rather have a colonoscopy than have to see it again.... Read more Read less

See it if You like a show about an idea.

Don't see it if you care about the execution of the idea and you expect adequate vocalization.

Also We saw Helena Danna, who was the best part of the show, as Pepita. In general, the cast worked very well together. The men could not sing, and this is a musical. Most egregiously, there was not a hint of Brazilan-ness in the music: not one note! Further, the idea of fear driving all our decisions, was not adequately developed. The play appeared to be in the developmental stage.... Read more Read less

See it if ......you enjoy a metaphoric thought provoking story line and clever plot layout

Don't see it if ...........if you prefer elaborate staging and props

See it if You're Brazilian or have kids to bring. A pleasant YA experience of storytelling and bland music.

Don't see it if You're expecting bossa nova or anything resembling what most think of as Brazilian music.