Shrek, Billy Elliot or 39 Steps

I'm going to NY in November and I like to buy my tickets in advance to be sure.

Should I see Shrek, Billy Elliot or the 39 Steps.

Here are my initial thoughts on each show:

Shrek: I like a lot of the numbers in the show, and others I am completely turned off by. I hated their Tony Performance, but like I said, I like a lot of the other numbers. I find the set and aesthetics to be okay, and the acting is phenomenal, but it is Shrek. Is it worth it?

Billy Elliot: I've been turned off by the dancing in the show, and I haven't found a lot of numbers I like on the Cast Recording. Will I be able to connect to the characters? Is the show even that good?

39 Steps: I've just been wanting to see it for a while, it looks really good.

Tell me what you think, I know that I have a different taste than others, like everyone, but I would appreciate your opinions.

Thanks.

Billy Elliot is the best choice of the three. The weakest part is the score, so don't make your decision based on the cast recording.

I definitely think you should see Billy Elliot. I'd also recommend The 39 Steps. It's one of my favorite shows currently running. I saw it last week, and it's still in great shape.

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Sgv, i agree with you. the most memorable numbers are shine, solidtiary, electricity, expressing yourself. they need more numbers for dancing like they do in the first act of the show. if you seen the movie before they left out the billy and debbie conversation in the musical. Sorry but Aussies or broadway cast needed to do a recording of their own.

The Best choice is Billy Elliot by far.

Sorry to threadjack, but has anyone seen '39 Steps' with Jill Paice recently? Big fan of hers, it's certainly what prompted my interest...! Also: anyone know if she's out any days this week?

Without question you should see Billy Elliot. We saw it yesterday afternoon and I am still beaming with excitement from this highly original, clever and extremely entertaining show.

I was worried that it might be over rated but, after the first few moments I was enthralled and sat with rapt attention for the duration. I was sorry when it ended. Billy Elliot is absolute theater magic, go and see this fine production and I promise you will be transported and charmed by its great power and heart.

Thanks Little_sally! I honestly really don't know anything about this one -- in fact it's my first straight play on Broadway! (Luckily have seen some of the great stars of the plays on tour!)

Threadjacking over :) .

If you arent' going until the fall....I highly doubt that the 39 Steps will be playing. But for a straight play it will have a terrific run.

I would skip Shrek altogther. It's pretty long winded and boring...even my kids didn't LOVE it, although they did like it better than did I.

and while I do think BE is a tad overrated, it is an enjoyable evening of theater.

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I haven't seen 39 Steps, so I can't comment on that. However, I personally would reccommend Billy Elliot. During Shrek all I kept thinking was that I'd rather be at home watching the movie...which is far superior and less expensive.

Billy Elliot!!!

Easy choice... Billy Elliot.

Hair!

Lol, I know that's not one of your choices. I have only seen Shrek out of those three, so I cannot really give a fair answer.

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