Ironbound NYC Reviews and Tickets
Show-Score Member Reviews (40)
See it if you like heart-wrenching dramas, you like Marin Ireland, you immigrated from another country, or you were ever poor.
Don't see it if you want something light.
See it if You want to see every actor giving a brilliant performance, finally get the appeal of Ireland or see a great atypical love story play out.
Don't see it if You're expecting Gina Gershon because she dropped out of the production.
See it if you're eager to see the excellent Marin Ireland (and an great supporting cast) in a quietly compelling drama. Beautifully lit and designed.
Don't see it if if you're turned off by or have trouble listening to heavy accents or have difficulty following non-linear plays.
See it if You like intense drama and relate it to real life stories. Marin Ireland is masterful in her role.
Don't see it if You expect a light, fun George Bernard Shaw comedy. Or if you are in a sad state of mind
See it if you like an interesting story well acted
Don't see it if you can't fit it in
See it if you like virtuoso acting. Ireland is the Meryl Streep of her generation. She fully embodies, complete with stellar accent, fascinating Darja
Don't see it if you want a sensible plot. This is full of holes and inconsistencies, but it doesn't matter because the performances are superb.
See it if you care about social issues related to immigration; you want to see a solidly executed play with not too many unexpected twists.
Don't see it if you're in the mood for something edgy or controversial. There is nothing wrong with this production and this is just about the only problem
See it if You like dark drama with strong female leads.
Don't see it if It's date night.
Critic Reviews (15)
"Majok's dialogue is rich with dialect and a mystifying, but wholly naturalistic lyricism...Under Daniella Topol's nuanced direction, the ensemble turns in vulnerable performances...It all rings true, right down to Bruce Springsteen playing from an offstage car and a requisite mention of disco fries."
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"Under Daniella Topol’s impeccable direction, the ensemble cast captures and shares the decision-making process of one woman who has for over three decades sought surcease from life’s seemingly insurmountable challenges. Marin Ireland offers a stunning performance of a woman whose decisions are driven by what matters to her most...'Ironbound' is a play not to be missed. It is not the easiest play to watch at times but its challenges are worth every moment of provocative surprise."
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"Martyna Majok’s rich play about a poor immigrant feels always on the move, determined to take us on a sad and funny adventure. What gives 'Ironbound' much of its vigor is the mesmerizing way that it unfolds, revealing bit by bit a picture of this complicated woman…The playwright, who was born in Bytom, Poland and grew up in New Jersey, has a feel for people in such communities, and an understanding of how the trying times that we are living through force survival mode upon them."
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"The play is a sensitive look at one immigrant’s story over the span of 20-plus years. It’s touching and realistic, with Ireland giving a strong performance under the direction of Daniella Topol. The 90 minutes without intermission is compelling, but a bit of a downer, despite some humor to help temper the story...Majok’s writing is poetic and full of passion is..She is a playwright to watch."
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"It’s a new play by Martyna Majok with a perspective I had not yet seen in mainstream theater...All Darja wants is to be a good mother to her son, a perspective shared by so many people on this planet. But the complications of her circumstances — also unfortunately not unique — make life a daily struggle. Marin Ireland plays Darja and I can’t speak highly enough of her performance."
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"Martyna Majok’s 'Ironbound' shines grittily as an expertly-crafted theatrical experience that reaches audiences on a visceral, gut-punching level. Director Daniella Topol guides an exceptional cast through the barbs and minefields of time and relationships that expose the beating heart of humanity and strife. Marin Ireland gives a powerhouse performance."
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"Actress Marin Ireland commands our attention and empathy as Darja…Gritty and gutsy, 'Ironbound' is written with a tell it like it is strength, sprinkled with twinges and cringes of humor…There might have been a bit more of an emotional tug if her character evolved somehow, but this is a show and powerhouse performance to be much admired."
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