The Chaplin Plays (Dream Up) NYC Reviews and Tickets

See it if you like 2....2 plays in one. This Chaplin double feature brought the film icon back to life in an unusual way...see it

Don't see it if you don't want to think about one's reality , how celebrity is not all it is made up to be, and identity crisis

See it if you enjoy good actors performing an intelligent play at close quarters and if you wish to learn about Chaplin's life.

Don't see it if if you expect grand performances in elaborate stages.

See it if you like-Chaplin-one person shows-monologues-deconstructions of identity and the psychology of silent movies-an immersive theatre experience

Don't see it if you want-three dimensional characters-live music-elaborate set designs (has but a few furnishings which helps to stay focused on Chaplin)

See it if You want to enjoy a relaxed moment of good unpretentious theater with good acting and a good direction.

Don't see it if you expect great production values, looking for quick shallow entertainment.

See it if You'd enjoy a play that starts out slow ( & ends up too long & repetitive) but offers monologue AND dialogue with lots of food for thought

Don't see it if Quirky, "downtown" theater is not your thing...

See it if you're interested in Chaplin. You enjoy slow-burning plays with 1-2 characters and very solid and affecting acting.

Don't see it if you need high production values, fast-paced plot-driven plays.

See it if You are interested in Chaplin-like performances and psychological stories

Don't see it if Listening to monologues for most of the night is unappealing. Read more

See it if You want to see a new spin on Chaplin & those who wish to be him.

Don't see it if You're looking for a tight production , because this one meanders with too much dialogue., especially given Chaplin was a silent film star.