Sondheim on Sondeim

See it if Still resonates 10 years later,.Video and one super quote by Sondheim. Young talented group of 8. It is in Brooklyn

Don't see it if The tiny seats of bygone days Some may need a plot. This is more or less most of Sondheim songs,

See it if you’d enjoy Sondheim’s music sung well with great video and photographs supported commentary that tell the back story of his music and life.

Don't see it if you want a musical with sets and costumes-this is eight singers and a pianist presenting the songs with a little choreography and no mics.

See it if You like theatrical back stories, a combination of Broadway history and gossip told through videos of Sondheim & illustrated with live songs

Don't see it if You are tired of the video on stage format. There is no plot, just multiple stories with names you might recognize. At 2.5 hours it’s long

See it if You want songs of Sondheim backed up with interviews from him. You want a nice production with nice performers.

Don't see it if You don't like the revue format w/songs out of context. You prefer more contemporary vocals: the performers, while all solid, had an...

Also old-fashioned cabaret style that didn't deliver the feels I wanted while seeing a Sondheim show; there was more emphasis on hitting the note prettily than acting it.... Read more Read less

See it if About Stephen Sondheim works, Get to know the man a little. Hear his songs performed.

Don't see it if If dislike the music and want flashy show.

Also General admission, runs around 2 1/2 hours.

See it if You want a graat night of theatre. Wonderful cast seems to perform just for you, very up close. Great theatre history lesson.

Don't see it if You’re looking for straight drama.

See it if you love all things Sondheim; you like revues;quality singing is more important than staging; you like--or at least don't mind--multimedia.

Don't see it if you prefer musicals to revues; staging & costumes and venues matter; you dislike multimedia, you prefer singers who can act.

Also The singing in this was excellent. It's the reason to see this. My favorite Sondheim songs weren't in this. I assume that's the fault of the original creators, but it was disappointing.I could have done w/less Passion & Assassins & more West Side Story,Little Night Music. Into the Woods, Gypsy & Sweeney Todd. Pacific Overtures seemed to be entirely missing? Choreography was uninspired & repetitive. The clothes worn by some of the cast members were so ill-fitting they seemed to belong to someone else. So, as music this was outstanding, but as theatre it
wasn't.... Read more Read less

See it if Sondheim's life story and songbook is sung by eight talented performers, guided and interrupted by a ​video of Sondheim

Don't see it if two and a half-hour​ long cabaret to video --sort of a PBS bio with live performers except created by Sondheim to control his legacy

Also The performers were entertaining , and there are poignant moments revealed by Sondheim on screen. Definitely a production for the Sondheim fan, but fun for someone who wants to learn more. Several of the performers had no chemistry with each other and the love scenes seemed forced, but they all could sing. This was an entertaining evening but made me leave liking Sondheim a little less.... Read more Read less

See it if You're up for a bare-bones, lovingly presented and sung evening of Sondheim, complete with Sondheim's video narration and commentary.

Don't see it if You're not a fan, though it's a well-performed intro to his work, personality & world view; it might persuade you, even though it's in Bklyn

Also Sondheim has been with us for so long, and so revolutionary and influential—in his talent, range and scope of material—that it's hard to remember a time before his presence, and hard to imagine a future musical theatre without him. This in mind, SoS is all the sweeter for Sondheim's video presence, setting up songs with reminiscences, stories and self-deprecating humor.

The production is simple, but effective, the young cast all in and talented, each member given a turn or several, and among these, Amanda Higgens' vocal interpretations stand out. Acoustics and vocal projections generally could be improved, but the vocal arrangements, especially of the full ensemble, are gorgeous and well realized.

As constructed, Act I is the tighter, Act II dragging a bit and a bit long, but even so, the chance to spend an evening with Stephen Sondheim is well worth the trip to Brooklyn. Thanks for the memories.... Read more Read less

See it if You like Sondheim’s music with a wonderful cast.

Don't see it if You don’t like Sondheim.

See it if You love and/or appreciate Sondheim. Great songs, beautifully performed. A talented cast and the video is fascinating.

Don't see it if You are anti Sondheim. Then boo to you but you probably wouldn’t go anyway..

See it if You are a Sondheim fan and/ or want to support the only professional theater company based in Brooklyn Heights.

Don't see it if You want a musical with elaborate sets and costumes.

See it if your appreciate the work of Stephen Sondheim. Fine singing is trumped by Mr. Sondheim's narration and out-of-sight visuals

Don't see it if you don't like a review and don't like the work of Stephen Sondheim

See it if An entertaining and educational evening all about Stephen Sondheim's Musical hits and misses and his personal life shown through video and

Don't see it if Live performances by 8 singers and a piano player. Don't see it if you prefer a full Broadway musical and have no interest in Sondheim.

Also The play runs about two and a half hours with an intermission and made for an enjoyable theater experience.... Read more Read less

See it if Even if you are not crazy about Sondheim the crew at St Francis college is Wonderful staging and enthusiasm.

Don't see it if Dislike Sondheim and musicals

Also Give the cast a prize

See it if into learning what Sondheim wants you to know about his legacy, well sung

Don't see it if you want to leave a show smiling - this could use a jolt of his comic material towards the end.

Also Perhaps it is best when our heroes let others write their legacy. While we learn much about Sondheim, he controls the pace from afar through the provided video and the list of songs, and much as the director tries, there is not enough here to balance the gloom and lift the energy.

Obviously, the show is about self-reflection and Sondheim is justifyingly "God" (though God allows more freedom of choice...); but as masterful as this is, if the audience fun in a variety show is not the top priority, it nevertheless feels lacking.... Read more Read less

See it if You’re a Sondheim fan you’ll have a lot of fun

Don't see it if You want to see a very fancy broadway musical. “It’s not that kind of show”

See it if You are interested in the life and/or work of Stephen Sondheim, or appreciate seeing a music revue with great singers

Don't see it if You don't like Stephen Sondheim's music, not interested in his life, dislike revues, or wanted to see a drama or comedy.

Also Was slow in parts but the singing was excellent and enjoyed seeing footage of Stephen Sondheim interspersed with the songs... Read more Read less

See it if Unique chance to hear this great US composer/lyricist's wide range of songs, performed by a talented 8member cast, blended in a humbling *

Don't see it if you aren't fond of musicals, nor a bare stage w/video.

Also inspirational story w/ a powerful message. E.g., in "God" Sondheim addresses the question of his divinity
and,despite fame and typical of great
men, he does not like to be viewed on
a pedestal. He also illustrates importance of following one's passion& why he likes
to write about neuroses in his lyrics.
Among the favorite of the audience:
"Send in the Clowns" and "Losing My
Mind".... Read more Read less

See it if You enjoy the story behind the song. See it if you like Sondheim music.

Don't see it if You do not like his style of music.

See it if If you want to see a medley of sondheim songs sung with little energy. Interesting video of Sondheim himself

Don't see it if Looking for a lively show with sparkling interpretations of songs

See it if you like Sondheim and are interested in hearing many of his wonderful songs sung by 8 talented singers. Plus an interesting video .

Don't see it if you don't like Sondheim. Want more than a revue and more than piano music

See it if you enjoy good music sung by a great cast.

Don't see it if you believe all musicals should be extravaganzas.

Also An added bonus is Sondheim providing his insights via video.

See it if if you love Sondheim music and back story

Don't see it if if you don't like musical reviews

See it if You love the music of Sondheim and want to learn more about his career. This is also more of a musical revue/retrospective.

Don't see it if You don't like Sondheim, and want a shorter show. It does run a bit long, but there's so much material.

Also For a cast of 8, the voices are superb and full! Some real standout voices and wonderful moments. If Sondheim's music is meaningful to you, this show will remind you why.... Read more Read less