THE BENEFIT OF HINDSIGHT

Musicals & Operas · new musicals inc. · Ages 16+ · United States of America

world premiere
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Review by DAVID LAURITZEN

June 16, 2022
IMPORTANT NOTE: We cannot certify this reviewer attended a performances of this show because no ticket was purchased through this website or the producer has not verified they attended.
tagged as: romance · Relationships · scifi · dramedy · heartfelt · musical · fun

What I liked

The acting was phenomenal, especially the lead actress. Throughout the show she personifies several different characters very believably. Even, and especially when her characters are interacting with each other. She not only sells the idea, but gives a delightful and moving performance. I don’t want to give any spoilers, but for her performance alone it is worth seeing the show.

What I didn't like

The blocking of the show, at various times, has the actors facing away from the majority of the audience, and without mics it was occasionally hard to hear, especially the male actor.

My overall impression

This is a very fun musical, with a very different approach to a time travel theme. As a self proclaimed sci-fi geek I appreciate the way the concept is explained. I like how the original music helps enhance that sense of heightened reality, and the acting, especially the lead actress, is very good at bringing each audience member into the story, and leaves us wondering “what if…”

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