Dreadfully boring and confusing!
I saw audience members falling asleep within ten minutes of the play start and a lot of them walking out during intermission--The Irish Rep can certainly do a lot better than this 1874 bore. I keep thinking about throughout the play: why am I wasting my time? Dont blame the actors or the directior. In fact, they did an excellent job, but the play itself is not funny and should not have been revived. Skip this one--and youll be glad you did.

The Shaughraun on Monday, May 2nd, 2011

Truly an amazing feast for the eyes and mind!
Beatiful to see--visually inspring and stunning! The acting is superb and the play is provocative and timeless! This is truly what theater should be. Excellent--thats all I can say.

Arcadia on Saturday, May 7th, 2011

Engaging and poweeful theater!
The acting by all five actors is simply amazing--there is a real chemistry on stage. The play itself is so engaging and honest that it makes one think: Can playwrights write this openly in todays PC world?

That Championship Season on Wednesday, May 11th, 2011

Too long, often boring, and self indulgent!
Sure the acting is great and its so refreshing to see an original play on Broadway. BUT really!?? This play is way too long and should have been cut to two acts max two hours and audiences dont have to be hit over the head with symbolism, ancient Anglo-Saxon and biblical allusions, and characterizations of drug dealers, abusive parents, drunks, drug addicts, and totally misguided teenagers that have no redeeming qualities. In fact, this play has the potential of being excellent if it werent so self indulgent. After act one, I kept on asking myself: where is this play going? I asked myself the same question after act two. And when the curtains finally fell, I said to myself: this play went nowhere.

Jerusalem on Saturday, May 14th, 2011

Too self indulgent and often dull.
Sure the acting is great and its so refreshing to see an original play on Broadway. BUT really!?? This play is way too long and should have been cut to two acts--max two hours. And audiences dont have to be hit over the head with symbolism, ancient Anglo-Saxon and biblical allusions, and over written characterizations of drug dealers, abusive parents, drunks, drug addicts, and totally misguided teenagers that have no redeeming qualities. In fact, this play has the potential of being excellent if it werent so self indulgent. After act one, I kept on asking myself: where is this play going? I asked myself the same question after act two. And when the curtains finally fell, I said to myself: this play went nowhere.

Jerusalem on Saturday, May 14th, 2011

Too self indulgent and often dull.
Sure the acting is great and its so refreshing to see an original play on Broadway. BUT really!?? This play is way too long and should have been cut to two acts--max two hours. And audiences dont have to be hit over the head with symbolism, ancient Anglo-Saxon and biblical allusions, and over written characterizations of drug dealers, abusive parents, drunks, drug addicts, and totally misguided, lost teenagers who have no redeeming qualities. In fact, this play has the potential of being excellent if it werent so self indulgent. After act one, I kept on asking myself: where is this play going? I asked myself the same question after act two. And when the curtains finally fell, I said to myself: this play went nowhere.

Jerusalem on Saturday, May 14th, 2011

RE:Classy, fun, and simply wonderful!
If you want to listen to talented singers with lovely voices sing and interpret great songs with clever and heartfelt lyrics, you should run to this delightful and classy show. You will have the time of your life! This show is "the best".

The Best is Yet to Come: The Music of Cy Coleman on Monday, May 23rd, 2011

RE:Interesting play, but is the message?
Great acting and some very special moments, but what was the playwrights message? I left the theater feeling that the play was incomplete and a bit neurotic. What is it saying about marriage? Parenthood? Can we ever find happiness? Can love ever last? Yes, its a depressing play. Also the characters were so annoying that I stopped caring about them. In fact, Victoria, the crying baby, is the only character I truly cared about.

Cradle and All on Monday, May 23rd, 2011

Smart, fun--but too long!
Its a fun night out. Some clever songs and nice dance numbers--the story is also interesting and fast paced. But it neednt be three hours long!

Catch Me If You Can on Friday, Jun 3rd, 2011

Beautifully done and truly touching!
A must see...haunting songs, amazing acting--a perfect musicl all around.

Death Takes a Holiday on Thursday, Jul 21st, 2011

Beautiful in all aspects!
A must see...haunting songs, amazing acting--a classy musical all around.

Death Takes a Holiday on Thursday, Jul 21st, 2011

Jazzy, Classy, and Smart!
What can one say about such a musical with witty and intelligent songs, amazingly jaw dropping dance members, and an intelligent story? Perefect. CHICAGO still rocks NYC!

Chicago the Musical on Friday, Jul 29th, 2011

Jazzy, Classy, and Sexy!
What can one say about a classic musical with witty and intelligent songs, amazingly jaw dropping dance members, and a smart and fun story? Simply Perfect. This is what musical is all about, guys! After all these years on Broadway, CHICAGO still rocks New York City!

Chicago the Musical on Friday, Jul 29th, 2011

Just go and enjoy it for what it is! A fun show!
I truly do not understand all of the negative reviews and comments about this feel good and heartfelt musical. We went in expecting a terrible show. How wrong we were! We simply loved it and had a great time going down memory lane with one timeless song after another. And, yes, there is a touching true story about a woman who wants to follow her heart and her passions--and be more than just a New Jersey housewife and mother . In 1958 this was a major conflict. Many themes are explored such as interracial relationships, war, racism, sexism, and the corruption of the music bussiness. At last nights eletricfying performance, we laughed, sang along, and had a delightful evening at the theater. And by the looks of it, the rest of the audience also enjoyed this colorful and often clever musical as much as we did. The acting, singing, dancing, and staging couldnt have been better. It deserved its standing ovation. See it before it closes on September 4. You wont regret it.

Baby It's You! on Sunday, Aug 7th, 2011

Important, relevant theater
Do not miss this powerful play about the power of love, the individual's fight to understand government corruption and unwarranted international policies in the Middle East, and the control of the media. The talented actors do this beautifully poetic and intelligent play justice. Even though this play was written in 1988, it is even more significant and revelant today.

Two Rooms on Sunday, Aug 12th, 2012

What a waste of time and talent!
Totally offensive and shameful. This musical is a total mess! One can only feel sorry for its poor actors who have to submit themselves to such nonsense 8 times a week. I walked out this play with a headache and a strong desire to scream. Yes, it's that bad.

The Last Smoker in America on Sunday, Aug 12th, 2012

Oh, skip this one....
In one word: terrible! Doesn't come close to the original. The sets and dancing are right on... Everything else is way off. What a shame considering that the material is so good. Avoid this tourist trap!

Evita on Sunday, Aug 12th, 2012

Can't go wrong...
Go for the music alone...the actors are also wonderful. This is a moving and heartfelt production. It will be a night you will remember... Yes, you will love Porgy (and Bess)!

The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess on Monday, Aug 13th, 2012

Offensive, racist, sexist, and not funny
A lot of hype and no real substance. Vulgar and pessimistic--- we are hit over our heads with the conflict and the problem... But no possible answers or solutions are remotely offered. There is no real humanity in any of the characters-- they seemed so cartoonist. In fact, the people around me at theater shook their heads and looked at each other at the end of the play as if to say: is this it?

Clybourne Park on Monday, Aug 13th, 2012

Great visuals...
Go for the visual effects...the story, the music, and the acting leaves a lot to be desired...

Ghost the Musical on Monday, Aug 13th, 2012

Cute for the first ten minutes...
Becomes dull very quickly...

Voca People on Wednesday, Aug 15th, 2012

Dreadfully Boring...
Seriously, it's a shame that this terrible musical is even on Broadway... Anything to make money! Don't even think of seeing this junk.

Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark on Wednesday, Aug 15th, 2012

Superb writing and the best acting you will see on stage in years!
The best play this year! Run to see it.... It's a rare treat. It's intelligent, well written, skillfully acted, and perfectly directed. A must see for serious theater goers.

Cock on Friday, Aug 17th, 2012

RE:Interesting, well acted, and educational
I loed it. Its an interesting play that will make you about it for days after seeing it.

Lenin's Embalmers on Wednesday, Mar 10th, 2010

Great show


Lenin's Embalmers on Wednesday, Mar 10th, 2010

Interesting, well acted and educational
Its very interestingly clever play that will leave you thinking for days. The actors are amazing and do so much with so little. I loved it!

Lenin's Embalmers on Wednesday, Mar 10th, 2010

THE BEST MUSICAL ON BROADWAY!
Excellent music, great performances, a very touching and powerful story. Simply the best musical I have seen in a long, long time. Run to see this one...its far from the "normal" musical on Broadway.

Next to Normal on Monday, Mar 15th, 2010

Wonderful!
Its magical, poetic, relevent--

Hair: The American Tribal Love-Rock Musical on Monday, Mar 15th, 2010

RE:Inteligent and Real!
Absolutely the best play on Broadway. It will make you laugh, cry, and think. You havent seen any play as realistic and touching as this one. Run and see it. You will be glad you did!

Next Fall on Saturday, Apr 17th, 2010

Boring!
Couldnt wait for it to end. My high school did a better production of this classic musical in the 70s.

West Side Story on Saturday, Apr 17th, 2010

Nothing new. Dull!
Its a mix between HAIRSPRAY and DREAMGIRLS. Frankly, its dull and the music is fair at best. There is nothing original about this show. Its a tourist trap. Avoid spending your money--see NEXT TO NORMAL next door instead.

Memphis: A New Musical on Saturday, Apr 17th, 2010

RE:Interesting but Flawed
Interesting, but seiously flawed. The acting is excellent--the staging and direction are sloppy and confusing. This play has pontential. You wont be bored.

Lascivious Something on Monday, May 17th, 2010

Absolutely Brilliant!
A play and a production for our time! Moving, beautiful, simple.

Our Town on Monday, May 17th, 2010

Wonderful!
Great acting and fun! You also learn a lot American history. Go see it!

A Free Man of Color on Thursday, Nov 18th, 2010

RE:A must see! An eye opener for Americans.
Yes, if you see all three plays, its long and at times tiring and demanding of you as an audience member . But its well worth it. It cetainly opened my eyes to this misunderstood and complex country and its people who have been the true victims of foreign greed and corruption. The actors are truly amazing and the plays although uneven in quality and content are interesting, disturbing, and relevant. See it! You wont regret it.

The Great Game: Afghanistan on Sunday, Dec 12th, 2010

Fun. That's all.
If you are not expecting a story and good music and lyrics, you will a fun time. Its comercial and for tourist. Period.

The Addams Family on Sunday, Dec 12th, 2010

Don't listen to critics. It's an interesting journey.
Granted: the play is uneven and act one is all over the place. But its visually stunning and the acting is excellent. Act two makes up for act one. iIts a very moving play and it will make you think about racism and American history in a different way. GO SEE IT!!

A Free Man of Color on Sunday, Dec 12th, 2010

Still one of the best musicals on Broadway!
I saw it on previews many, many, many years ago. I have seen at least 15 times. Without a doubt, its a magical and moving experience ever single time-- no matter who is in the cast. I never get tired of seeing this show!

The Phantom of the Opera on Sunday, Dec 12th, 2010

RE:Simply wonderful!
Dont miss these short Pinter plays. Oh, what a great night of TRUE theater. Nobody does it better than Harold Pinter.

The Collection & A Kind of Alaska: Two Plays By Harold Pinter on Sunday, Dec 12th, 2010

Dull and Anti-Catholic.
Its the type of thing one would see on a Carnival Cruise ship, The anti-Catholic jobs were offensive and direspectful.

The Flying Karamazov Brothers on Sunday, Dec 12th, 2010

Beautiful.
I loved this play. Its moving and intelligent--its truly a theatrical experience that you will not forget.

The Language Archive on Sunday, Dec 12th, 2010

RE:Ibsen at his best. The Pearl Theatre at its best!
Kudos to the Pearl Theatre for attacking one of Henrik Ibsens most difficult plays and pulling it off so beautifully! The acting is right on and the interpretation couldnt be better. You will leave the theater saying: "Wow! This was a great play!"

Rosmersholm on Sunday, Dec 12th, 2010

RE:Go for the acting alone! The play is also very interesting!
Brenda Blethyn and Niall Buggy are excellent in this interesting play. You will not see this kind of acting on Broadway. Well worth the money and time to experience these superb actors doing what they do best---engage and pull you into a story.

Haunted on Sunday, Dec 12th, 2010

Great acting and great night of theater.
I am not a football fan and I loved this play. The acting was great and the story was moving and interesting. I loved this play.

Lombardi on Thursday, Dec 16th, 2010

Dull. Outdated.
A poor excuse for a revival.

Promises, Promises on Friday, Dec 17th, 2010

Fun. Creative. Full of laughs! Forget the crtics.
This is a wonderfully creative, wacky, and fun musical--very original, colorful sets and costumes, and bouncy songs with intelligent lyrics. All of the actors were absolutely great and way out there--especially Patti Lupone and Patti Benanti. Again, the critics got it wrong with this delighful musical comedy! Treat yourself and go with it. Have fun!

Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown on Friday, Dec 17th, 2010

RE:Intelligent and very witty farce!
One cant ask for a more delightful evening of theater. Great cast, skillfully directed, and a great play all around. A must see!

The New York Idea on Monday, Jan 17th, 2011

Powerful and Shocking!
All I can say is: GO! Turner is at her best and her co-stars are also high on the list of fine actors on Broadway this season. This play is intense--from the very beginning you will be glued to the story and amazing acting on stage. And, finally, this is one play that will force you to thinking and and rethinking for days.

High on Sunday, Apr 10th, 2011

Loved it! And you will too!
Fun, fun, fun! If you love the Beatles, this play is your drug! Go now!

Rain - A Tribute to The Beatles On Broadway on Sunday, Apr 10th, 2011

Beautiful and moving!
This is what a Broadway show should be: bold, creative, and filled with heart-felt songs and amazing dances! You MUST see this beautiful and moving musical. Its a gift.

Billy Elliot: The Musical on Sunday, Apr 10th, 2011