The Elephant Man (Gallery Players)

See it if Tender ode contrasting the frailty of the human body with our capacity to love, if we so choose. Wonderful characters. Great acting.

Don't see it if You aren’t interested in a slow drama where most of the action consists of people’s feelings and how they develop.

See it if Gallagher's direction is the highlight of this well-crafted production Seemlessly evocative on the sparce set w/excellent leads; its a gem

Don't see it if Pomerance's plot looses focus in 2nd act as he reaches for a historical framework for Treves' moral crisis; direction works around pitfalls

See it if An 85 & a 90 %. 4 superb actors Meyer. Unze, Gingold and Preston. My # 1 Gingold. Others not weak at all. Good choice of background music.

Don't see it if Only if forced to pick a weakness. The minimal set but it does seem to work. It is a shame that musicals draw so much more.

See it if you want to enjoy some of the best acting I've seen off-off Broadway, with kudos to the lead, M. Rowan Meyer for a stellar performance.

Don't see it if you do not have compassion for the lives of people in difficult circumstances.

See it if you enjoy true stories, strong performances, or a good cry. I was impressed by the quality of acting throughout the production.

Don't see it if you are in the mood for something light and fluffy. This ain’t it.

See it if want da*n good drama in the traditional sense: great writing, sympathetic characters, universal questions, involving narrative

Don't see it if you like period pieces w/ loads of lace & architecture, or flashy/noisy abstractions that call more attention to form than story

Also Super-satisfying mix of substance and style. I honestly did not expect to be so impressed by this production and touched by the story. Great performance by Rowan Meyer as the lead.

I’ve seen a bunch of newer plays lately—many that I’ve loved—but this show really satisfies in a way I forgot I was missing. I really like how direct it is in its storytelling—no getting caught up in affected symbolism. Maintains interest without relying on shrill Brechtian devices. Characters are relatable without needing to be so prosaically modern. Seemed a bit of an odd choice of play to produce today, but the show destabilizes assumptions of what compassionate behavior is, and surfaces some uneasy truths about social power.

This was my first time at Gallery Players—absolutely worth branching out of the hubs of midtown/downtown/BAM.... Read more Read less

See it if You like Small theater productions with strong acting and serious themes about the nature of compassion

Don't see it if Brooklyn seems too far you want a Broadway style production with a happy easy going story

See it if You want to see a wonderful production of a well known play and support a marvelous community theater

Don't see it if You are unwilling to travel to Brooklyn

See it if very well acted; enjoyable presentation as usual from Gallery Players

Don't see it if a bit slow at the end; way out in Brooklyn

See it if you have the chance to. I had never seen any interpretations before this play & the actors did a great job with the production. Very Moving.

Don't see it if you're expecting a big stage production. I think it's a must see for everyone.

See it if IT is a play which is hard to watch but great acting especially the lead

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See it if interesting, rewarding, intelligent plays interest you. You wañt to learn of another era. Gallery Players Brooklyn warm, inviting theater.

Don't see it if you just want light fluffy theater.

See it if You love the small theater environment. Great nonprofit organization, that also works with children theatre groups!

Don't see it if You want a dazzling over the top production

See it if You know and are intrigued by the story of Elephant Man and enjoy small productions.

Don't see it if You don’t enjoy small productions

See it if you'd like to see a fantastic performance by Rowan Meyer.

Don't see it if a few moments of unclear story-telling will ruin your enjoyment of a fascinating tale.

See it if well written and well acted, moving story

Don't see it if maybe dragged a little at end, and could have been tighter and more clear

See it if love the story of this exquisite, tragic character the actors were amazing you need to use your imagination, it was wonderful. I loved it!

Don't see it if you don't like small theaters, if you don't use your imagination, this is not for you i suggest the movies. :)

See it if Enjoy stories brought to life, and having to use your imagination.

Don't see it if You don't like English accents, or are looking for a fast moving, intense performance.

See it if You enjoyed the story and you love theater...

Don't see it if NA

See it if Like intense drama

Don't see it if Are not interested in period pieces

See it if You like something deep, and can wait for a build up.

Don't see it if You like something that has a lot of quick action.

See it if Loved it

Don't see it if Under 12