Is He Dead? Worth it?

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Is He Dead? Worth it?

Posted: 12/1/07 at 7:29pm

Theater buff friend in town. The problems is I have seen everything and he hasn't seen anything. Should I drag him to one of my favorites or see Is He Dead? I don't want to drag him to a poop of a show.

#2

re: Is He Dead? Worth it?

Posted: 12/1/07 at 7:35pm

It is pretty funny, but I found the first act dull. It gets better as it progresses, but I think there are better shows.

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#3

re: Is He Dead? Worth it?

Posted: 12/2/07 at 9:06am

IS HE DEAD? is a total blast! Absolutely take your friend. It is hilarious from beginning to end. Completely unpredictable, with a dozen individual, top notch performances. A guaranteed good time.

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"Winning a Tony this year is like winning Best Attendance in third grade: no one will care but the winner and their mom."
-Kad

"I have also met him in person, and I find him to be quite funny actually. Arrogant and often misinformed, but still funny."
-bjh2114 (on Michael Riedel)

#4

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Posted: 12/2/07 at 9:43am

Cant wait.. I will see this 2 weeks from now ..

J*

#5

re: Is He Dead? Worth it?

Posted: 12/2/07 at 9:50am

I recommend it. I agree with CouldaWouldaShoulda that it starts off a little slow, but it gets better as it goes along. Norbert Leo Butz is absolutely hilarious.

#6

re: Is He Dead? Worth it?

Posted: 12/2/07 at 11:27am

I saw the matinee yesterday, and I loved it. The show is in great shape considering it was the...5th preview? I laughed so hard. Norbert is, of course, brilliant, as is the cast as a whole. I would highly recommend it.

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#7

re: Is He Dead? Worth it?

Posted: 12/2/07 at 4:48pm

"Is He Dead" is a completely unexpected, hilarious show. Norbet Leo Butz and Jenn Gambatese are stunning in this show. I only hope that it stays open long enough for everyone to see and enjoy.

#8

re: Is He Dead? Worth it?

Posted: 12/2/07 at 5:19pm

I saw it Friday night, and I thought it was great! Norbert was incredible, the whole audience was laughing hysterically. And Jenn Gambatese was great too. I totally recommend it.

#9

re: Is He Dead? Worth it?

Posted: 12/5/07 at 8:33am

Any more reviews of this play? I can't wait to hear some more reviews.

#10

re: Is He Dead? Worth it?

Posted: 12/5/07 at 10:15am

I saw it last night and thought it was hilarious. Norbert was great, as was the rest of the cast (I especially enjoyed Michael McGrath, Byron Jennings and Bridget Regan).

The main plot device has been done a billion times since this play was written, but it still works and if you just want a fun night at the theatre, where you will laugh and what a talented cast, go see this show.

#11

re: Is He Dead? Worth it?

Posted: 12/5/07 at 10:16am

I'm seeing it in a couple hours. I'll let you know.

#12

re: Is He Dead? Worth it?

Posted: 12/5/07 at 10:23am

Loved it.

#13

re: Is He Dead? Worth it?

Posted: 12/5/07 at 11:28am

Those of you who have seen it and gotten a drink or anything at the bar, hi we've met. Those who are coming, I'm at the bar, freezing. I need to try to sneak in and watch some of the show today or sometime this week. We have a Sunday matinee 'opening night'.

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#14

re: Is He Dead? Worth it?

Posted: 12/5/07 at 11:36am

Matt, I plan on seeing it at least one more time.

I'll be sure to say hello when I do.

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"Winning a Tony this year is like winning Best Attendance in third grade: no one will care but the winner and their mom."
-Kad

"I have also met him in person, and I find him to be quite funny actually. Arrogant and often misinformed, but still funny."
-bjh2114 (on Michael Riedel)

#15

re: Is He Dead? Worth it?

Posted: 12/5/07 at 11:38am

Seeing it this weekend. I'll say hi as well.

#16

re: Is He Dead? Worth it?

Posted: 12/5/07 at 11:46am

I am seeing it next Wednesday !!! Yay! I'll say hi to you..matt

J*

#17

re: Is He Dead? Worth it?

Posted: 12/5/07 at 12:45pm

I don't think the girls have much to do but there are a lot of funny accents on stage, Norbert is a captivating actor and it's a fun evening. Also terrific is the guy who plays all the random roles.

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