Like They Do In The Movies NYC Reviews and Tickets

86%

(89 Ratings)

Positive

93%

Mixed

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Members say

Great acting, Entertaining, Absorbing, Indulgent, Ambitious

About the Show

Award-winning actor Laurence Fishburne's intimate exploration of tales from his career.

Tony Award- winner, Emmy Award-winner and Oscar nominee Laurence Fishburne is both the star and the playwright of this compelling, personal one-man show.

Throughout his illustrious career, Fishburne has mesmerized audiences with unforgettable portrayals on stage and screen. From his powerful depiction of Ike Turner in What’s Love Got to Do with It? (earning an Academy Award® nod for Best Actor) to his Tony Award-winning role as Sterling Johnson in August Wilson’s Two Trains Running, and his iconic performance as Morpheus in The Matrix series, Fishburne has consistently captivated imaginations.

Now, Fishburne brings his storytelling prowess to PAC NYC in a highly anticipated World Premiere. Helmed by Leonard Foglia, director of Fishburne’s applauded solo act Thurgood on Broadway, this show fearlessly explores what he describes as “the stories and lies people have told me. And that I have told myself."

Show-Score Member Reviews (22)

Thought-provoking, Indulgent, Great acting, Absorbing, Ambitious

See it if You like Laurence Fishburne, like powerhouse acting, on man shows, and non-fiction. Fishburne is a master of his craft.

Don't see it if If you are looking for a more linear plot, a grandiose production, or something more lighthearted

Relevant, Intelligent, Great writing, Great acting, Absorbing

See it if You want to know more about Mr. Fishburne and the people & stories he has met on his journey.

Don't see it if You don't like semi autobiographical shows or one many shows

Great acting, Vulnerable, The personal was touching, Absorbing

See it if Was not what I was expecting, but he’s a consummate actor, the character portrayals were interesting. I really liked the vulnerable sections

Don't see it if You are expecting all personal stories of his movies and projects

Indulgent, Great acting, Entertaining

See it if You like a one-man show performed by a great actor

Don't see it if You are interested in musicals Read more

Absorbing, Delightful, Entertaining, Clever

See it if Some great storytelling, lost a bit of steam at one point but regained momentum and overall I really enjoyed this. LF very personable here.

Don't see it if You have zero attention span. You eat and/or chat loudly during the performance.

Profound, Indulgent, Masterful, Great acting, Ambitious

See it if any only if you want to see Laurence Fishburne live and in person. PERIOD!

Don't see it if you aren't a Laurence Fishburne fan, or aren't a fan of one man shows, or aren't a fan of weird one piece jumpsuits worn by male actors. Read more

Entertaining, Ambitious, Clever, Absorbing

See it if You like Laurence Fishburn and are a fan of one person drama plays. Fishburn shows off his acting skills and shares part of his life story

Don't see it if You like flashy productions.

Great acting, Indulgent, Too long, Entertaining, Clever

See it if You really like Laurence Fishburne. You can sit still for a couple of hours. You like one man shows.

Don't see it if You are impatient - it’s about 25% too long. If you need elaborate sets or costumes. Read more

Critic Reviews (8)

"...the show rarely goes slack and Fishburne’s performance is thoroughly engrossing."
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"Fishburne powers through the dense volume of speech like the charmster he is."
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"Laurence Fishburne leaves us wanting Morpheus in 'Like They Do in the Movies'"
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"It all adds up to a genial, if faintly mystifying, evening."
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It’s hard to justify a one-man play with only the barest suggestion of thematic continuity
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"Fishburne mixes recollections and impersonations that seem connected only by his talent"
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Laurence Fishburne’s new solo show is chockful of deeply personal stories.
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"Fishburne is a compelling narrator of his life story"
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