AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL
AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL
#1AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL
Posted: 6/7/10 at 12:59pmOkay, so this is totally one of those "Which one should I see?!" thread. I am seeing 3 shows. I've picked Hair, and my Aunt would like to see Million Dollar Quartet (which I'd prefer not to see) and I am stuck between American Idiot and Next to Normal. What do you guys think? Thanks!
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#2AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL
Posted: 6/7/10 at 1:02pm
I recommend American Idiot!
Updated On: 6/7/10 at 01:02 PM
tking001
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/3/09
#2AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL
Posted: 6/7/10 at 1:02pm
Both are great shows
I'd see both if u can Idiot & Next to Normal
Hair is amazing 2
If u can't see both I'd see N2n tho first b/c Ripley is leaving 7-18
tking001
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/3/09
#3AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL
Posted: 6/7/10 at 1:02pm
Both are great shows
I'd see both if u can Idiot & Next to Normal
Hair is amazing 2
If u can't see both I'd see N2n tho first b/c Ripley is leaving 7-18
#4AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL
Posted: 6/7/10 at 1:03pmDefinitely American Idiot!
....but the world goes 'round
broadwayjim42
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/19/03
#5AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL
Posted: 6/7/10 at 1:12pm
I think Next To Normal is overall the better show, but either is a good bet.
#6AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL
Posted: 6/7/10 at 1:25pmThank you everyone for the responses! :)
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#7AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL
Posted: 6/7/10 at 1:45pmn2n is a MUCH better show. Not even a question.
WiCkEDrOcKS
Broadway Legend Joined: 6/13/04
#8AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL
Posted: 6/7/10 at 1:53pmIf you're looking for something more along the lines of an energetic rock concert, see IDIOT. If you want to see an exceptionally well-crafted and deeply moving show, see N2N.
Dolly_Levi
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/8/04
#9AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL
Posted: 6/7/10 at 2:01pmI would also add that you might enjoy Million $ Qtet more than you expect. I was quite surprised at how much I enjoyed it recently.
Laughter is much more important than applause. Applause is almost a duty. Laughter is a reward.
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MusicAngel
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#10AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL
Posted: 6/7/10 at 2:12pmI agree with tking001.. I say watch them both if you can! Watching 4 shows.. eh.. no problem! How long is your stay anyway?
#12AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL
Posted: 6/7/10 at 5:00pmI would go with NEXT TO NORMAL, American Idiot was good but for a good, moving show go to N2N
For those who thought NEXT TO NORMAL wouldn't have a life outside Broadway, well it's now playing in 4 cities, 9 different countries and has been translated into 6 languages.
brochatkid
Stand-by Joined: 5/10/08
#14AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL
Posted: 6/7/10 at 5:38pm
Send Auntie by herself, and see both N2N and AI yourself. 
RKO Legend
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#15AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL
Posted: 6/7/10 at 5:43pmI've seen both, I'd say go to Next to Normal. Plus the show is longer than AI. Both are good though.
tking001
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/3/09
#16AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL
Posted: 6/7/10 at 5:45pm
I did a 4 show day
well 3 one wasn't Broadway but it was theatre in itself
I did: Idiot at 2
Bloody Bloody at 5
Fela at 8
& Rocky Horror(the movie) at Midnight
Best day ever
I love multiable show days
#17AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL
Posted: 6/7/10 at 6:38pm
Both are wonderful, depends what you're in the mood for.
American Idiot was relevant, thought provoking, and an experience. The lights, the sound, the choreography...it was in your face and I personally walked out of the theatre going "what just happened?!"....I saw it two weeks ago and I'm still processing. I loved every second.
Next to Normal was moving, and had wonderfully developed characters, a story arc and fantastic music. There wasn't a dry eye in the house, which is something I haven't really experienced before. The acting is superb and the story is beyond moving.
You can't go wrong with either choice. Both are unique experiences! Have fun!
Mr Roxy
Broadway Legend Joined: 5/17/03
#18AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL
Posted: 6/7/10 at 7:51pm
N2N is a great choice
Million $$ Quartet is a good runner up.
Poster Emeritus
#19AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL
Posted: 6/7/10 at 9:10pm
"Both are wonderful, depends what you're in the mood for.
American Idiot was relevant, thought provoking, and an experience. The lights, the sound, the choreography...it was in your face and I personally walked out of the theatre going "what just happened?!"....I saw it two weeks ago and I'm still processing. I loved every second.
Next to Normal was moving, and had wonderfully developed characters, a story arc and fantastic music. There wasn't a dry eye in the house, which is something I haven't really experienced before. The acting is superb and the story is beyond moving.
You can't go wrong with either choice. Both are unique experiences! Have fun!"
Wow very well said wendilin622 and I agree with every word.
Updated On: 6/7/10 at 09:10 PM
