The Artivist, the Bayard Rustin Story NYC Reviews and Tickets
Show-Score Member Reviews (17)
See it if you are interested in the Civil Rights Movement and in people who stood up for what is right! Great story and acting.
Don't see it if you are not interested in history or only want entertainment not history lessons in your free time. Read more
See it if Was at the opening night- very moving story of a real community activist who somehow got overlooked.Great use of film, strong storytelling.
Don't see it if If you like fluffy shows about characters who didn’t achieve much in their life.Do read his bio on Wiki beforehand. A true fighter inspiring
See it if If you want to do the truth about another person that pushed the CIVIL RIGHTS BILL INTO HISTORY FOR AFRICAN AMERICANS AND WOMEN!
Don't see it if IF YOU DON'T LIKE TRUE BLACK HISTORY DURING BLACK HISTORY SEASON.
See it if To learn more about one of our country's greatest change makers To see what an amazing group of talented professionals can do on the cheap
Don't see it if If you are a bigot or if you only enjoy big shows with puppets Also Black studies folks may disagree with some portrayals but see it anyway Read more
See it if You’re interested in U.S. Black and Gay history all in 1. The venue is small + has its issues but it’s worth overlooking these.if upon can.
Don't see it if You’re looking for a fun musical. However the education is especially relevant today
See it if You want to see the story of an important but not well known figure in the civil rights movement
Don't see it if You don’t like one man shows or you’re not interested in African-American history
See it if You are not familiar with Beyard Rustin, an underated, or at least under represented leader in the civil rights movement.
Don't see it if you dislike one person shows, even when the actor is skilled at impersonation. Read more
See it if ur interested in challenges & victories of civil rights & gay rights history that may be repeating itself today-Good writing & good acting
Don't see it if ur body can't stand 1 hour in cramped conditions sitting on folding chairs with no back support - or aren't interested in civil & gay rights
Critic Reviews (1)
"Sheppard is a charismatic performer with a commanding voice; he’s also a great mimic...Alleyne deserves praise for paying homage to this remarkable man...It needs be said that 'The Artivist' is neither as polished a work of theater nor as satisfying a record of Rustin’s achievements as it could be...Still, it will be a thrill in particular to those who have never heard of Bayard Rustin to come face to face with this professional troublemaker of relentless integrity and singular effectiveness."
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