Advice for musicals at end of May required!

[Caress]

Posted: 4/25/09 at 9:31am

Hey everyone

I'me heading over from the UK with some friends at the end of May and planning in taking in some musicals (at least 3/4). I was thinking definitely of Hair and 9 to 5. Are there any other must sees on Broadway that anyone could recommend?

I had looked at Next to Normal but a bit worried it would be too depressing - any advice or help appreciated!!

Thanks

[broadwayfan7]

Posted: 4/25/09 at 9:40am

Definitely check out Next to Normal and West Side Story.

[katie2]

Posted: 4/25/09 at 9:58am

Next to Normal is a must see. I wouldn't say depressing as such but no, it's not a feel-good musical. It is incredible though and I'd strongly advise you to consider it!

[dramamama611]

Posted: 4/25/09 at 10:19am

It's a sad story of struggle, but not depressing. It will, however make you think. Thinking is an underrated thing when it comes to musicals.

I would reccommend: 9 to 5; HAIR; N2N; and Billy Elliot (if you haven't seen it.)

[jordangirl]

Posted: 4/25/09 at 1:06pm

next to normal. Powerful and emotionally moving do not have to equal depressing. It is EXCELLENT. Check it out!

[Kad]

Posted: 4/25/09 at 1:14pm

Next to Normal or Hair, definitely.

[sgv123]

Posted: 4/25/09 at 1:15pm

I have been recommending these(in order)

Hair
N2N
Billy Elliot
In the Heights

[janice4]

Posted: 4/25/09 at 2:45pm

If you want to have a really "fun" evening of theatre, check out Shrek. Don't listen to the nay sayers; it's a totally enjoyable evening.