The Minutes, My Name is Lucy Barton, or A Soldier’s Play
The Minutes, My Name is Lucy Barton, or A Soldier’s Play
#1The Minutes, My Name is Lucy Barton, or A Soldier’s Play
Posted: 2/27/20 at 2:04am
As I’m working near Secaucus this week, I’ve planned to go into the city and catch a show each night. Wednesday night I finally caught Beetlejuice and Friday I’m seeing Six. It is possible I could make a 7:00 show Thursday night, but honestly none of those interest me. I’ve either seen them (want to see something new) or they dont appeal to me. Of the 8:00 p.m. shows, only ones that vaguely interest me are The Minutes, My Name is Lucy Barton, or A Soldiers Play. I’ve seen all the other 8:00 p.m. shows at least once.
I had thought I’d want to see The Minutes, but the reports on here are so mixed so wondering what people recommend. The Minutes, My Name is Lucy Barton, or A Soldiers Play? Or are they all so meh that I should I just stay back at hotel after working all day and rest up for work Friday followed by Siz?
#2The Minutes, My Name is Lucy Barton, or A Soldier’s Play
Posted: 2/27/20 at 2:23amI would rather walk around Port Authority for 90 minutes than sit through Lucy Barton again.
PipingHotPiccolo
Broadway Star Joined: 3/27/19
#3The Minutes, My Name is Lucy Barton, or A Soldier’s Play
Posted: 2/27/20 at 2:34am
n2nbaby said: "I would rather walk around Port Authority for 90 minutes than sit through Lucy Barton again."
and while i might prefer another viewing of the Minutes to Port Authority, a nice stroll through Grand Central would be my choice.
Soldiers Play isnt perfect but its entertaining and Im glad I saw it.
AlanB3
Stand-by Joined: 2/26/20
#4The Minutes, My Name is Lucy Barton, or A Soldier’s Play
Posted: 2/27/20 at 6:21amThe Minutes. Great cast. Interesting play.
#5The Minutes, My Name is Lucy Barton, or A Soldier’s Play
Posted: 2/27/20 at 6:41amI have seen all three, and there is no contest whatsoever. Go with The Minutes.
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gibsons2
Broadway Legend Joined: 8/26/19
#7The Minutes, My Name is Lucy Barton, or A Soldier’s Play
Posted: 2/27/20 at 8:17am
Having seen all three, I’d go with The Minutes, with A Soldier’s Play as the backup. I liked both.
I found Lucy Barton to be a massive slog, but that’s partly because I can’t stand shows that are entirely narration, which this one is.
LeftofLinus
Understudy Joined: 8/22/17
#8The Minutes, My Name is Lucy Barton, or A Soldier’s Play
Posted: 2/27/20 at 8:39am
I've seen Soldiers Play and would rather have to sleep in a Port Authority bathroom than sit through that again.
#9The Minutes, My Name is Lucy Barton, or A Soldier’s Play
Posted: 2/27/20 at 11:15am
So:
One vote for walking around Port Authority for 90 minutes
One vote for a nice stroll through Grand Central
Four votes for The Minutes
And...
One vote for sleeping in a Port Authority bathroom
LOL
astorian_ofthe_heart
Chorus Member Joined: 5/6/19
#10The Minutes, My Name is Lucy Barton, or A Soldier’s Play
Posted: 2/27/20 at 11:20am
I think you'd be happy with either The Minutes or A Soldier's Play. I found them both compelling for different reasons. I thought A Soldier's Play was more successful in its message, but I'd happily see either again.
I'll take the ticket of the person sleeping in a Port Authority bathroom.
Pashacar
Broadway Star Joined: 11/2/18
#11The Minutes, My Name is Lucy Barton, or A Soldier’s Play
Posted: 2/27/20 at 12:19pm
Not sure if you're interested in Off-Broadway, but if you're into Michael Friedman, Unknown Soldier has some great buzz.
#12The Minutes, My Name is Lucy Barton, or A Soldier’s Play
Posted: 2/27/20 at 1:22pmI think I’ve decided on The Minutes tonight. I’m looking at using my discount code for either front or second row center orchestra. I know the Cort is known for poor legroom. I’m 6’2” with bad knees. I’ve never been to the Cort before (another vote in favor of seeing The Minutes). Row A currently has a discounted aisle seat available while Row B doesn’t. Advice on legroom/view?
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