AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL

[BroadwayBound17]

AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL#1

Posted: 6/7/10 at 12:59pm

Okay, 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!

2011: In The Heights Tour 1/16/11, The Color Purple Tour 2/11/11, West Side Story Tour 3/18/11

[Steve2]

AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL#2

Posted: 6/7/10 at 1:02pm

I recommend American Idiot!
Updated On: 6/7/10 at 01:02 PM

[tking001]

AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL#2

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]

AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL#3

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

[tazber]

AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL#4

Posted: 6/7/10 at 1:03pm

Definitely American Idiot!

....but the world goes 'round

[broadwayjim42]

AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL#5

Posted: 6/7/10 at 1:12pm

I think Next To Normal is overall the better show, but either is a good bet.

[BroadwayBound17]

AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL#6

Posted: 6/7/10 at 1:25pm

Thank you everyone for the responses! :)

2011: In The Heights Tour 1/16/11, The Color Purple Tour 2/11/11, West Side Story Tour 3/18/11

[adamgreer]

AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL#7

Posted: 6/7/10 at 1:45pm

n2n is a MUCH better show. Not even a question.

[WiCkEDrOcKS]

AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL#8

Posted: 6/7/10 at 1:53pm

If 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]

AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL#9

Posted: 6/7/10 at 2:01pm

I 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. Carol Channing

[MusicAngel]

AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL#10

Posted: 6/7/10 at 2:12pm

I agree with tking001.. I say watch them both if you can! Watching 4 shows.. eh.. no problem! How long is your stay anyway?

[laura is broadway]

AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL#11

Posted: 6/7/10 at 3:03pm

Umm.. Next to Normal for sure.

[nexttotheheights]

AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL#12

Posted: 6/7/10 at 5:00pm

I 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]

AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL#13

Posted: 6/7/10 at 5:16pm

Next to Normal. No question!

[jpbran]

AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL#14

Posted: 6/7/10 at 5:38pm

Send Auntie by herself, and see both N2N and AI yourself.

[RKO Legend]

AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL#15

Posted: 6/7/10 at 5:43pm

I've seen both, I'd say go to Next to Normal. Plus the show is longer than AI. Both are good though.

[tking001]

AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL#16

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

[wendilin622]

AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL#17

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]

AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL#18

Posted: 6/7/10 at 7:51pm

N2N is a great choice

Million $$ Quartet is a good runner up.

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[Steve2]

AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL#19

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

[wendilin622]

AMERICAN IDIOT or NEXT TO NORMAL#20

Posted: 6/7/10 at 9:52pm

Thanks