Trinkets

See it if you are interested in the 80's-90's prostitute/trans Meatpacking District scene. More a play with music than a musical.

Don't see it if you are bothered by an uneven cast - some shine, others don't. Theater space is challenging for this production.

See it if do not mind a raunchy but entertaining story about transgender prostitutes. The music,songs and costumes are very good.Talented cast.

Don't see it if you don't like a raunchy musical about transgender prostitutes. This is usually not my type of show but I enjoyed it.

Also There needs to be better transition from one scene to another. However the potential is there for this show to go to a larger stage. The last song is very touching.... Read more Read less

See it if You loved the 90s & clubs like Roxy/Tunnel. Kevin Aviance's solo in act 1 is worth admission alone. Great to see him up close.

Don't see it if Management (while very kind) needs to be more prompt: they started 25 minutes late and had a 25 minute intermission. 2 hours 32 min total.

See it if you have a friend in the show; don't mind wasting a couple of hours in a hot theater; are interested in LGBT issues whatever the show.

Don't see it if you don't have a f friend in the show; you are tired of the same old same old stories of the mis-treated trans gender or transvestite person

See it if You want a small intimate production that is raunchy, very funny and entertaining and has potential with some fine tuning.

Don't see it if If your prudish and never made it into Studio 54 or are homophobic.

See it if you can look past the lack of polish, singing that is off key at times and appreciate the enthusiasm of a likable and motivated cast.

Don't see it if you want a production that has all the kinks worked out (no pun intended.) Or you are homophobic.

Also The theater is small and very crowded - extra seats had to be brought in. The cast is very hard working and there is are some good numbers but this is a work in progress. With better direction and a singing coach, this could be a great production. It's just not there yet.... Read more Read less

See it if You enjoy light-hearted fun and are open-minded. You enjoy good tunes and lyrics. You can accept people who are different.

Don't see it if You are close-minded and easily offended. You agree with Trump.

Also I enjoyed this show so much I am putting a carousel of photos on my FB page--Voce di Meche-- with more info about the show. This is a joyous show and there is no lip-syncing involved. The cast was wonderful and winning.... Read more Read less

See it if you are enamored of erstwhile luminaries of the downtown demimonde, whose story this cliched musical tries to tell. Has its moments, but...

Don't see it if you want a polished, well paced, well designed production. Except for the costumes, and some fierce performances, this is amateur hour.

Also Venue has little AC, so dress lightly, bring water (and maybe a personal fan).
What would help this production most is a sound designer. The wan backing tracks are tinny (perhaps to compensate for unmiked, and in some cases, inadequate, singers) and the vocals are muddy.... Read more Read less

See it if So bad it could be funny, but it is NOT. Bad writing, singing, acting and directing makes this just a horrible night at any theater.

Don't see it if This trinket of a show should be locked up in a chest and buried deep, very deep, in the Everglades...and never heard from it again.

See it if You want to see a very amateurish show, dealing with a topic that might have a very narrow audience, the drag queen scene of the 1990's.

Don't see it if You want a polished serious play. The topic could have been handled better with more professional actors and better direction.

Also I rarely walk out on any performance. This was an exception. I left during intermission as did a number of others. I'm sure the actors are talented young people but this show didn't showcase that. The script, direction, and acting were all sub par. In addition, the venue is very small and they were running out of seats. They kept on adding chairs as people came in. The lack of AC as well as the closeness of the seats made for a very uncomfortable situation. I hope they make an attempt to improve future performances.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see a poorly acted play with a good heart and some great musical numbers about a vital epic era of NYC history and culture.

Don't see it if you want to see what feels like a high school play about a very real, edgy, provocative theme that is ultimately very cliche and pedestrian

See it if you want to be entertained & touched by LGBTQ (esp. transexual) themes- as it's a mixed bag of drag comic/drama & musical in great costumes!

Don't see it if you don't like LGBTQ themes, nor support a hardworking cast in a promising prod'n. Small theater w/ big heart makes you embrace their flaws.

Also Considering its off off bway, cheap tix and small venue..the prod'n. is ok esp. the staging (set/props & fabulous costumes!). Practise makes perfect...as still need some fine tuning (pun intended) on the singing. But over-all, entertaining - more than some of the drag shows /comic I have seen. Very promising cast !... Read more Read less

See it if you have a friend in the show or if you're obsessed with trans culture and willing to overlook many shortcomings.

Don't see it if you expect a polished well-rehearsed musical with a consistently talented cast. Also avoid if you are distracted by audience cell phone use.

Also This theater and this production's management are an unprofessional mess. The box office line and experience was excruciatingly slow. Curtain went up 25 minutes late. Audience was advised to turn off their flashes, which only served to encourage the audience to film the production; and many of them did! Some of the cast were terrific, others amateurish. You know it's bad when the cast cannot evenly project to the last row of a very small--and hot--theater.... Read more Read less

See it if You like off broadway productions with a lot of potential.

Don't see it if You are prudish or homophobic.

Also This small theatre was a little hot, but they cleverly gave everyone at plate to fan themselves with. For an off off Broadway show, it was well done. I'm impressed with talented people who reinvent themselves as Mr Alexander had done. Revealing (but fierce) costumes add to the fun in this show. But there are some good take away messages. I wish this show a good future.... Read more Read less

See it if you are interested in the prostitute scene of the 80s/90s, primarily dealing with trans people

Don't see it if you aren't interested in a show that deals with transgender people, don't want to sit in a hot theater.

See it if you like to support downtown, indie theater that is look over substance.

Don't see it if You expect a plot or lyrical dynamics.

See it if you are a friend or family member of someone in the cast and you just want to show support.

Don't see it if you have to pay for a ticket and you don't know any of the performers.

See it if You want to see something a little different tonight.

Don't see it if You like larger more polished productions.

Also The theater was packed. I don’t mean just full as in every seat was taken - it was bursting at the seams. They made a new 1st row in front of the old one and seats were brought in so people could sit in the aisles.

No one left at intermission.

Sure it’s a little rough around the edges, but it’s fun, it’s different, and we really enjoyed it. The actors are gorgeous, the outfits are fabulous, and the story was interesting.

Make sure you read the program. Their bios are very cool.... Read more Read less

See it if If you like dance music, drag performers.

Don't see it if It needs editing. It could be a fun campy show. But it's just okay

See it if you like stories surrounding drag/trans. It was an entertaining story-line about the trans-drag prostitutes in the meat packing district.

Don't see it if your not into drag queens and are a prude.

Also The theater was tight with no air conditioning. Arrive early for good seating. For the adult audience.... Read more Read less

See it if you're feeling a little nostalgic and/or want to learn about the drag and transsexual scene in the early 90's. Somewhat informative.

Don't see it if you're expecting great performances or looking for a serious play about serious issues. Could have been handled a lot better.

Also Management were extremely lovely and accommodating but the Theater was small, hot and awkward.
Need to mention that a couple of the cast members were stand outs with their performances.... Read more Read less

See it if you want to see a rough work of a great and under represented idea.

Don't see it if you don't want to see actors reading their lines on stage. Though there was a standout or two the ensemble as a whole was weak.

See it if You want to see what the meatpacking area was like before it got trendy

Don't see it if You need a polished show with good singing

See it if You like seeing transvestites perform in a Musical

Don't see it if You like to see a well written, well directed, well acted, well sung show.

See it if If you would like to know the history of transgender and their journey .

Don't see it if If you have a diffcult time broadening your horizon

Also Paul Alexander has casted each actor with strong intent of character . The bars of compassion rise as you witness each journey . As a song writer , Paul’s musical storytelling is epic! If you loved the play Rent you will also love Trinkets!... Read more Read less