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

[Jordan Catalano]

KENREX - (Lucille Lortel Theatre, Off-Broadway)#25

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]

KENREX - Previews & Reviews 4/26 (Lucille Lortel Theatre, Off-Broadway)#26

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

THE show of the spring opens tonight Off-Broadway.

Happy Opening, KENREX !

[Ensemble1698878795]

KENREX - Previews & Reviews 4/26 (Lucille Lortel Theatre, Off-Broadway)#27

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]

KENREX - Previews & Reviews 4/26 (Lucille Lortel Theatre, Off-Broadway)#28

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]

KENREX - Previews & Reviews 4/26 (Lucille Lortel Theatre, Off-Broadway)#29

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]

KENREX - Previews & Reviews 4/26 (Lucille Lortel Theatre, Off-Broadway)#30

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

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

"When we die, we go bye bye." - Abe Lincolns

[Jordan Catalano]

KENREX - Previews & Reviews 4/26 (Lucille Lortel Theatre, Off-Broadway)#31

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]

KENREX - Previews & Reviews 4/26 (Lucille Lortel Theatre, Off-Broadway)#32

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]

KENREX - Previews & Reviews 4/26 (Lucille Lortel Theatre, Off-Broadway)#33

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]

KENREX - Previews & Reviews 4/26 (Lucille Lortel Theatre, Off-Broadway)#34

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]

KENREX - Previews & Reviews 4/26 (Lucille Lortel Theatre, Off-Broadway)#35

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]

KENREX - Previews & Reviews 4/26 (Lucille Lortel Theatre, Off-Broadway)#36

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

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

[qafgenius122]

KENREX - Previews & Reviews 4/26 (Lucille Lortel Theatre, Off-Broadway)#37

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)

[MadsonMelo]

KENREX - Previews & Reviews 4/26 (Lucille Lortel Theatre, Off-Broadway)#38

Posted: 5/12/26 at 5:07pm

Easily the best acting I've seen during this trip, Jack Holden was that great, that mic scene when there are like 5 of them together is just a feat ot its own when it comes to acting.

It's physical but never shallow, it's somehow haunting even when it is not.

It stuck with me because it's a very sad story, and they way it's done gets you too much.

The lightning, the music... everything is A+, don't miss.

Also, I'm translating his other play to Brazil and I just love his writing.

[blaxx]

KENREX - Previews & Reviews 4/26 (Lucille Lortel Theatre, Off-Broadway)#39

Posted: 5/12/26 at 5:15pm

qafgenius122 said: "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)"

The NYT Critic's Picks seem suspiciously tied to sponsorship nowadays. 

Listen, I don't take my clothes off for anyone, even if it is "artistic". - JANICE

[Dan6]

KENREX - Previews & Reviews 4/26 (Lucille Lortel Theatre, Off-Broadway)#40

Posted: 5/22/26 at 10:19pm

Just want to take a beat to thank posters on this thread for alerting me to this show, which otherwise might have flown under my radar but turned out to be the high point of an 18-show trip. Absolutely extraordinary performance and production. (Now if only they could fix the horrific sightlines at the Lortel.)

[spicemonkey]

KENREX - Previews & Reviews 4/26 (Lucille Lortel Theatre, Off-Broadway)#41

Posted: 5/23/26 at 12:11am

Dan6 said: "Just want to take a beat to thank posters on this thread for alerting me to this show, which otherwise might have flown under my radar but turned out to be the high point of an 18-show trip. Absolutely extraordinary performance and production. (Now if only they could fix the horrific sightlines at the Lortel.)"

 

thanks for reporting back

seeing this show next month, very excited

sightline at the Lortel is so laughably horrible - especially for a shorter person like me LOL 

i can only sit in Orchestra side on the aisle OR front row mezz 

[CoffeeBreak]

KENREX - Previews & Reviews 4/26 (Lucille Lortel Theatre, Off-Broadway)#42

Posted: 5/23/26 at 12:30am

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

Happy Opening, KENREX !"

So you work for this show too?"

No.  It's a great show.  Saw it in UK and off broadway now.   I don't work for Lost Boys like you.