Theater Advisor

A Review of Red (Broadway)

By Rob Intile, June 15, 2010

  • Acting
    5 stars
  • Direction
    5 stars
  • Music
    5 stars
  • Overall
    5 stars
  • Production
    5 stars
  • Story
    5 stars
  • Writing
    5 stars

I saw Red (Broadway) on 03/20/10. Overall, I'd say it was a 5-star rating. I'd summarize it by saying “This may be the best new work I've ever seen.”

I had a life-changing time and left the show feeling inspired. I'd describe the show as breathtaking, thought provoking, and visually stunning. Alfred molina and eddie redmayne was a highlight of the show because of their superior interpretation, chemistry and grace. If this were a movie, I'd rate it R. I would recommend this show to everyone.

I saw this show because I follow the Donmar Warehouse transfers. I would see it again. I sat in the center mezzanine area of the theater. The view was beautiful and the seats were roomy.

This show deserved all seven of the Tonys it garnered this season and should have taken a eighth (Alfred Molina - Best Actor in a Play). It is perfect in every aspect and I am sad that it is only getting a limited run here in New York.

The Donmar Warehouse always transfers great productions, but this one clearly outdid itself with an impeccable design team, first rate director who has a full and complete understanding of the text, and a cast that will literally make you sit forward and hang on every word.

Go. See. This. Show.

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