The Apple Tree

See it if you like to see under-performed old classic musicals, you enjoy seeing young talent, you don't mind very low budget productions.

Don't see it if you want nice costumes, sets and lighting. This is a bare-bones, somewhat ratty looking but quite charming and well-performed show.

See it if you want to experience the 1966 Brock and Harnick Tony winner for Barbara Harris and be pleasantly entertained by 3 musical one acts.

Don't see it if you desire a musical with a compelling plot and knock 'em out songs.

See it if You want to see a seldom-produced musical by Harnick & Bock. Material a bit dated, but performances were delightful, sparkling & energetic.

Don't see it if You require a full blown production; sets, costumes are minimal. I adore Musicals Tonight & its mission to revive little-known musicals.

See it if you love Bock & Harnick, enjoy classic musicals, enjoy sets done effectively with little, or just want a fun show to kick off autumn.

Don't see it if if you need all the usual bells and whistles for a show to work for you. The tickets are cheap, and you get more than you pay for.

Also This rarely-produced show deserves to be seen at least once by anyone who considers himself a fan of musical theatre. I had seen the original, remember it well, yet was still caught by surprise with an emotional moment at the end of the first act. Mel Miller does more for this art form than most big producers, and he is to be congratulated for bringing this show to life again.

Savannah Frazier captures the essence of the three characters she plays beautifully, and her male lead was rugged, handsome, and so talented. The casts at these things are always superb, and this was a joy.... Read more Read less

See it if You enjoy seldom seen musical revivals.

Don't see it if You don’t like whimsical, light and funny musical skits based on fables.

Also Savannah Frazier Is outstanding in the role(s) which won Barbara Harris a Tony in the 1960’s. The songs are not memorable, but lyrics are clever and funny. Musicals Tonight! never disappoints.... Read more Read less

See it if You like well acted, simply-produced theater which is well directed.

Don't see it if You like lavish sets and ornate theater.

See it if you enjoy Harnick&Bock. 3 short stories=90 min of fun. Talented Savannah Frazier steals the show! Silly, fluffy, engaging, funny, tuneful.

Don't see it if you want a full prodctn. Men aren't at Frazier's level. Some attitudes are outdated. Still Harnck's words are clever, Boch's music memorable

Also The Musicals Tonight productions always delight me. They remind me of the summer stock theater of my childhood. Costumes are minimal, sets are simple, lighting is limited, and a sole piano provides accompaniment (for TAT, there was limited use of a flute, guitar, and violin). But you get to see a show which you've never seen and get introduced to some rising talent. Savannah Frazier carries the show (Barbara Harris won a Tony for the role). Producer Mel Miller is doing NYC a favor with his offerings.... Read more Read less