Our Town, the timeless drama of life in the village of Grover’s Corners, New Hampshire, has become an American classic with universal appeal. Thornton Wilder’s most frequently performed play, Our Town appeared on Broadway in 1938 to wide acclaim and won the Pulitzer Prize. This production will be the first major Broadway revival of the play in nearly 25 years.
"Our Town is a must watch for all ages to understand life. The cast were brilliant in presenting the layers of storytelling and had a profound impact of my perspective of life. Jim Parsons was brilliant as the anchor and storyteller. Could not have expected anything less. Overall a brilliant presentation with outstanding performances. "
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Pankaj D from Sammamish on Nov 24, 2024
"This was the best-acted, most moving, emotional and thought-provoking drama of the season! The minimal set gave audience members the chance to imagine exactly what was going on and was so effective. Not only was this Wilder’s masterpiece but arguably it was the best American play of the 20th century."
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 22, 2024
"The set design, casting, acting, and interpretation of Wilder's timeless play were superb! Zoey Deutch perfectly portrayed youthful self absorption and the shock of "you don't know what you've got until you lose it." Katie Holmes was a wonder as Mrs. Webb, displaying a quiet strength of a woman working to keep her household running smoothly day to day. This is a timeless tale of the people that make up a community, their roles, and their interconnectedness."
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 21, 2024
"We didn’t know what to expect from this show. We were so blown away. The Barrymore is a gorgeous little theatre. And the subject was unexpectedly warm hearted. Loved it. Will do it again!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 15, 2024
"I enjoyed the plot, design, performance (lead and ensemble). Jim Parsons rose to the challenge laid by former “Stage Managers” such as Orson Welles and Hal Holbrook. The musical elements throughout the show were performed perfectly. This is a show appropriate for families and one of my favorites on Broadway."
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Robert C from Catonsville on Nov 12, 2024
"The story was heart warming, taking you back to a simpler time that stressed family and community, though still timely. The cast was well assembled and they really got into the character and seemed to be moved by the subject."
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 4, 2024
"One word..."WOW!" The intimate setting of the Barrymore only served to further heighten the experience for me...add in the superb cast (EVERYONE) and, well, I'm still experiencing the performance three days later. Forget going to a movie - there is absolutely, positively no substitution for live theatre!"
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Kevin P from Westfield on Oct 27, 2024
"Beautifully written, beautifully acted, full of quiet surprises. I’d watch in again, gratefully, in a second."
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Henry M from New Rochelle on Oct 27, 2024
"Jim Parsons is wonderful. The show encompasses all emotions. We had a great evening!"
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Mark L from Keller on Oct 24, 2024
"Amazing cast. Brilliant direction. Phenomenal music. A great play that touches on life, love, loss, death and most of all appreciation for life. Jim Parsons, Richard Thomas …each of the cast stunning. Support g actors William Timony as the police officer and every single one of the cast…brilliant .. moving…ultimately life altering. Kenny Leon directs brilliantly with a shout out to the deaf/ Hard Of Hearing culture and community. I want to see it again!"
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Kevin S from Manchester on Oct 23, 2024
"The play was fantastic, Jim Parsons is a great storyteller. But when everything makes sense in the end and you have that "aha" moment, it's just so good. I teared up a bit. The cast was brilliant, the songs were beautiful and everything was very emotional for me. Go if you love a good metaphor as well."
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Irina C from NYC on Oct 22, 2024
"This is a timeless, tried and true
story told in a very thoughtful and engaging way by a cast of excellent actors. "
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Rose F from Clarksboro on Oct 22, 2024
"The storyline was not what I expected. So, it caused me to think along the lines of play to stay in the moment. It was deep! I really enjoyed the play."
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Joseph S from Atlanta on Oct 20, 2024
"The staging was terrific. Parson is a brilliant choice for the narrator. This is a favorite story of mine and they delivered a sweet homage."
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Michael T from Brooklyn on Oct 20, 2024
"Brilliant performances by the whole cast. A star studded cast who delivered on the promise of the original play. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 17, 2024
"It was a creatively reimagined version made relevant for the current day. Jim Parsons’ brilliant narration subtly ‘pruned’ the length and drama to maintain the flow and interest. Well done and very thought provoking about the play’s universal message. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 17, 2024
"The performance of the actors was heartfelt and believable; the entire production was in total accord with Thornton Wilder's ideas and settings. beautiful, thought provoking and deeply philosophical--- a great conversation starter for days and days...."
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 17, 2024
"As we walked out of the theatre immediately after Act 3, many of the audience was sniffling or searching for hankies to wipe away the tears. This “Our Town”delivers that gut punch about living, loving, dying that it always has. Kenny Leon’s inspired directing adds a few layers of humor, energy and pathos to this wonderful play. The minimal set and lighting with lanterns cascading down from above the company beautifully emphasize the star studded and universal themes.
Jim Parsons as the bearded stage manager delivered an outstanding performance.
If you go, be sure to notice the aromas that are pumped into the audience in certain scenes, particularly at the end when the smell of bacon permeates the theatre.
If you like to be amused and deeply touched in your theatre experience this show is for you."
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Marilyn R from Atlanta on Oct 14, 2024
"I loved that the show was still set in the early 1900's but had a modern feel to it too. It was very well acted and the best part is they stayed true to the minimal staging/props so you can see the town and homes in your mind.
I believe teens will do well in this show, but it is not for young children. The message is as poignant now, as it was when the play was written and I personally feel it is a reminder of how quickly life passes and how we should cherish today and those around us. I highly recommend seeing Our Town!"
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Kelly B from HERRIMAN on Oct 13, 2024
"A fantastic production - I thought everything about it was note perfect. The entire cast was superb and balanced each other well. The choice not to have an intermission was inspired - it condensed the play in a way that increased intimacy and immediateness between the actors and the audience. For almost two hours you couldn’t hear a pin drop in the theater. First time in a long time I’ve been to a show where there isn’t whispering, candy papers rustling and people shifting constantly in their seats. Phenomenal! And it reminded me why Our Town is such a highly regarded work of American Literature. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 13, 2024
"The performance has demonstrated the universality of this play.
I never can leave a presentation of Wilder's play without a tear and a thoughtful expression that stays with me throughout the evening. "
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Mary S from Branford on Oct 13, 2024
"I am so partial to this play and excited to see it revived for today. I loved the cast, especially bringing in the diversity. Well done!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 11, 2024
"While the entire cast did an extraordinary job, it is Jim Parsons that owns the stage. The simplicity of the set was very effective. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 9, 2024
"Enjoyed this show from start to finish. I highly recommend the stage seating! Great view and unique experience. Would go again. The cast was lovely and a lot of people came to stage door after the show. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 6, 2024
"The cast is chock full of talent and perfectly in sync. Jim Parsons holds the audience spellbound and completely still for almost two full hours. Please go and see the best American play ever written. "
