See it if you want to be entertained, like the actors, enjoy not the usual musical
Don't see it if you don't care about seeing what everyone is raving about
See it if your desires begin and end with "story about kids with problems"
Don't see it if you need the narrative to actually resolve the characters' problems, or you require more than 4 songs to be worthwhile Read more
See it if You want to see meaningful songs staged excellently
Don't see it if you are uncomfortable talking about suicide, depression and anxiety Read more
See it if You like serious musical theater.
Don't see it if You are annoyed by teenage angst.
See it if you love Next to Normal or Ben Platt - Great singing in a living room. Platt is the only reason the show has the hype it does.
Don't see it if You are interested in more epic musicals and stories not about straight white men. The album soars on Spotify, and not always live. Read more
See it if If you love pop music and interesting stories. Also if you are a big fan of Rachel Bay Jones like I am.
Don't see it if If you don't like the score and have a chance to see Come From Away or Great Comet instead.
See it if If you liked Next to Normal
Don't see it if If you loved Next to Normal Read more
See it if you're interested in seeing topics to do with mental health and communication on stage.
Don't see it if you're looking for a show that's solely 'feel-good', this show has complex themes. Read more