Snow White NYC Reviews and Tickets
Show-Score Member Reviews (36)
See it if You love burlesque theatre and something edgy.
Don't see it if you aren't a fan of a slow moving show. The first act is incredibly slow and I love Company XIV, but this isn't their best show.
See it if Laura Careless peerlessly portrays the Queen more Lea Halle then ever before fantastic Act II aerial work
Don't see it if you are drunk or high you are not drunk or high the most perplexing of the three Company XIV productions
See it if you would like to see an adult interpretation of snow white delivered mostly in a different language
Don't see it if you expect a full on burlesque show.
See it if you want a burlesque-inspired show without much regard for story/cohesiveness
Don't see it if you want the story of Snow White
See it if you've never seen a XIV show. Nice nods to original fairytale. More glamorous costumes than other productions.
Don't see it if you've seen other XIV shows. This had simpler choreography and the singers were not as good. It felt like they were winding down the season.
See it if You want to see something original with great dancing, avant-garde type semi-burleque. Like small very cool venues and staging.
Don't see it if You don't like nudity or burlesque. Thought it was a little slow but loved the second act. Not sure why it was mostly spoken in german?
See it if Very original, risqué, with interesting costumes and sets but confusing and slow. The narration mainly in German only muddled things for me
Don't see it if You are offended by nudity or burlesque.
See it if You enjoy dental work... Or are very high in something. If you can appreciate production details despite the show.
Don't see it if You're looking for literate theatre or are not high on something...anything...
Critic Reviews (21)
"Those who haven’t seen Company XIV before will revel in its imaginative interpretation. If you are familiar with McCormick’s work and a fan, as I am, you might find yourself feeling a bit restless at this production and wondering how the company may next interpret 'happily ever after.'"
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"A sensual treat...The entire troupe does exquisite ballet, cirque du Soleil acrobatics and sings like larks...The costumes are extravagant fantasy’s of a wet dream that is arousing in it’s choices, as are the props that are done to perfection both by Zane Pihlstrom. McCormick has conceived, choreographed and directed this stimulating show which attempts to leave your senses saturated."
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"Using 'Snow White' is an easy draw to pull an audience in but had you not known the source material, you'd be searching for a genuine story...'Snow White' is a smoky and enchanting piece of art. It’s a visual triumph. But when all is said and done, it doesn’t stand out compared to the rest of the Company XIV repertoire."
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"It combines cabaret, circus arts, ballet and both classical and pop music to produce a singular spectacle. Plus, it underscores how fearless choreography can tell a story and engage audiences in a hip way...A gender-bending extravaganza that is not-to-be-missed amazing."
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"It all has the benefit of McMormick’s unique vision: polyglot but tonally consistent, amalgamating circus, ballet, cabaret, opera, and burlesque into explosive narratives that are always unmistakably his...This 'Snow White' adds a new depth of character development thanks to thrillingly inventive choreography and searing dancing by the two leads, reinforced by the strong, graceful talents of the company."
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"There are many decadent delights in this two-hour show...Thanks to the unique directorial ornamentations of Company XIV's Austin McCormick, this truly irreplicable vision of 'Snow White' unfolds as a surreal, genre-defying spectacle-- with sex appeal, humor, and Grand Guignol in mixed proportions at different times throughout."
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"Is there supposed to be a discernible meaning, or is it just about the sparkle and spectacle? Does that even matter? As with most creative endeavors, one could make a strong argument that it does not...As Company XIV’s shows all are, 'Snow White' is a fun theatrical night out for adults...Go to the theatre prepared for a light-hearted, sexy good time, making sure that you don’t sit house right, in line with the upstage spotlights, and you will leave the theatre content with your experience."
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"This classic German fairy tale has never been sexier...This is 'Snow White' for the selfie generation...McCormick’s staging is razor sharp and dripping with homoeroticism...Everyone on the design team is on the same page: This is the Brothers Grimm at its most glam. 'Snow White' is elegantly dirty and daringly high class. You’ll leave the theatre breathless and blushing for all the right reasons."
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