KENREX - Previews & Reviews (Lucille Lortel Theatre, Off-Broadway)- Page 2

[Jordan Catalano]

Posted: 4/23/26 at 11:48pm

I was there tonight also and completely agree. This was phenomenal, both acting and technical aspects of this. Some of the best lighting and sound design I can remember experiencing in a long time. If you’re very light sensitive this may not be a show for you, just be aware of that. 

But yeah, very happy to finally get to see this performance I’ve heard so much about for so long. If you’re able to get to the Lortel while this is running, do yourself a favor and put it right at the top of your list. 

[CoffeeBreak]

Posted: 4/26/26 at 9:25pm

THE show of the spring opens tonight Off-Broadway.

Happy Opening, KENREX !

[Ensemble1698878795]

Posted: 4/27/26 at 11:05am

CoffeeBreak said: "THE show of the spring opens tonight Off-Broadway.

Happy Opening, KENREX !"

So you work for this show too? 

[MyMotherIsGeorgeWashington]

Posted: 4/27/26 at 11:18am

I don't particularly like CoffeeBreak, but Kenrex kind of is the show of the Spring if you've seen it. I can't stop talking about it

[CoffeeBreak]

Posted: 4/27/26 at 11:22am

Ensemble1698878795 said: "CoffeeBreak said: "THE show of the spring opens tonight Off-Broadway.

Happy Opening, KENREX !"

So you work for this show too?"

No.  I don't.  Enjoyed it in London.  (and of course it's you commenting on my opinion.  no surprises there Ensemble95). 

It's a great show - and quite an impressive feat.  The VANYA of the season has arrived.

[EDSOSLO858]

Posted: 4/27/26 at 11:30am

I wouldn’t be surprised if this takes the Helen Hayes in the fall. 

[Jordan Catalano]

Posted: 4/27/26 at 11:50am

EDSOSLO858 said: "I wouldn’t be surprised if this takes the Helen Hayes in the fall."

Wasn’t the rumor that this will be going back to London next?

[Ensemble1698878795]

Posted: 4/27/26 at 12:27pm

MyMotherIsGeorgeWashington said: "I don't particularly like CoffeeBreak, but Kenrex kind of is the show of the Spring if you've seen it. I can't stop talking about it"

Agreed on not liking CoffeeBreak one bit. They hate on so many shows it seems suspicious when they prop something up. I’ve heard good things on Kenrex. Will def check it out. 

[CoffeeBreak]

Posted: 4/27/26 at 1:38pm

I like most shows.  There are a few that I find overhyped so opinion is expressed - it triggers people who disagree.  People ignore the positive - but, I understand, that's part of the world today. 

Kenrex may not be perfect, but it's quite impressive.

Updated On: 4/27/26 at 01:38 PM

[kurtal]

Posted: 4/27/26 at 4:10pm

I saw this on Friday and was very impressed.  It's a tour de force performance and a sonic achievement.  I do think some of the beats go on a bit too long, and there are a few elements where you can tell that it's a show about America written by Brits (just a slight anthropological view, particularly with some of the characterizations of the townspeople).  But it's very successful overall.  

[MezzA101]

Posted: 4/27/26 at 6:33pm

Plunging Into the Violent World of True Crime

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/27/theater/kenrex-review.html?unlocked_article_code=1.eFA.5af0.300aXFK3R1Cn&smid=nytcore-android-share

[Fred Mason]

Posted: 4/27/26 at 9:30pm

I was also very impressed, i'd highly recommend this.

[qafgenius122]

Posted: 4/27/26 at 10:41pm

MezzA101 said: "Plunging Into the Violent World of True Crime

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/27/theater/kenrex-review.html?unlocked_article_code=1.eFA.5af0.300aXFK3R1Cn&smid=nytcore-android-share"

I'm honestly kind of shocked this is not a Critic's Pick. Wonder if this lukewarm review hurts transfer chances (if there even were chances to begin with)