The Outsiders (Broadway)

See it if you want to see a serious musical about class in American society and the trials of youth.

Don't see it if you want a happy song and dance trifle.

See it if you wanna see a new musical with a great score, stunning choreography and lighting design. It doesn’t matter you’ve read the novel or not.

Don't see it if you don’t like musicals or have no interest in Broadway magic.

See it if you want to see very concise show that sucks you in with character development and choreography from start to finish

Don't see it if you want to compare it to the film or movie Read more

See it if you are a fan of this story. The addition of music to this story is interesting and poignant. Great choreo/lighting/staging of dance fight.

Don't see it if you are looking for a fluffy book musical. It's not that. It's serious storytelling with some clever music that actually furthers the story.

See it if You like new musicals with inventive staging, killer talent, and an emotional ride.

Don't see it if You hated the novel or do not like violence. Read more

See it if you want to see a new star in the making, like the source material, want to see amazing choreography, want a score with a 1960's feel to it

Don't see it if You want an original musical, not a fan of source material, dont like seeing violence or substance use among teenagers, want better songs

See it if you want to see S. E. Hinton’s classic of Tulsa youths confronting an adult world of tough realities brought to beautiful, raw life.

Don't see it if uncomfortable with violence (knifing, blood, murder), suicide, and dark themes thrust unceremoniously upon the shoulders of young people. Read more

See it if You enjoy a great story that touches your emotions, beautiful music, and simply amazingly ingenious staging!

Don't see it if You hate the book and movie The Outsiders. you need strong female leads. Read more