Richard III (Bridge Production Group) NYC Reviews and Tickets
Show-Score Member Reviews (18)
See it if You love classical shakespeare plays
Don't see it if You cant stand the shakespeare language
See it if you loved the production design of last season's American Psycho on Broadway.
Don't see it if you prefer a traditional approach to Shakespeare.
See it if you love the show and are interested in seeing a good cast.
Don't see it if you enjoy more mainstream or you have seen a more than a few shows off-broadway.
See it if You want to experience an American Psycho-esque reimage of Richard III with musical moments and a predominantly young cast.
Don't see it if You want a traditional take on the show with an entirely age appropriated cast it don't want abstractions at some points.
See it if You're looking for an original, inventive take on a complicated Shakespearean tale with a rich history. The play is continually engaging.
Don't see it if You're not willing to see a modern take on Shakespeare.
See it if You want to have a fun night at the theater, see something creative and understand why Shakespeare was enjoyed so much by the people.
Don't see it if You only like straight, serious interpretations of Shakespeare and will be irritated by modern-day touches to it.
See it if you'd like a modern, well staged Richard III mash-up; inventive, well-designed & lit, a fresh at times odd take on Richard but a great Anne.
Don't see it if you like your Shakespeare straight, don't like blood or violence, pop updates of classics – or need Richard to have a consistent limp . Read more
See it if love shakespeare and dexter combined; and want to see great emerging acting and directing talent
Don't see it if aren't ready for some blood and gore and a great take on a shakespearean classic
Critic Reviews (5)
"Shaky performances and a hollow conceptual agenda render this production...a tiresome experience...There have been many acclaimed Shakespearean productions that have successfully been set in diverse time periods and that have employed unconventional approaches. This is not one of them...This production is so crammed with flashy digressions that haven’t been coherently integrated together that they overpower the story for no great effect."
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“Heavily influenced in look and feel by last spring’s short-lived 'American Psycho' musical, it is an expressive, postured, and movement-oriented piece...With their bold first production, The Bridge Production Group has signaled an intent to produce challenging, ambitious theater. Their 'Richard III' is an enjoyable, if simplified and focused, take on a complex play, providing an accessible gateway to theatergoers. who might otherwise not be as likely to attend Shakespeare’s history plays.”
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"One of the best off-Broadway Shakespeare productions I’ve seen of this play. At the very least, it’s the one that will be remembered the most for getting the tone right and matching it with incredible technical prowess...If you are a Shakespeare fan, don’t miss it if it comes back. If you love great technical aspects in your shows, don’t miss it. If you love well-done ensembles, don’t miss it. You know what? Just don’t miss it."
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"Postmodern Shakespeare at its best. The result is nauseatingly affecting and not because of the frequent use of fake blood...Max Hunter’s directorial vision is frenetic and daringly unconventional...Hunter unites this visual feast with elegantly gory violence and devastatingly emotional performances...The entire cast is impressive in their stamina, committed to even the smallest moments. For a show presenting so much, it can become a little overwhelming to process."
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"An eye-catching, attention-holding production that offers some highly creative and entertaining twists…Clever costuming, scenic design, lighting and projection complement a well-directed production…The acting is solid and committed, and the performers bring this difficult text alive and, I feel, capture the heart of the story with great energy and style. There are some spotty moments and choices, but this is a young cast attempting to connect with a young audience and it works."
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