See Mia Farrow and Patti LuPone prove that being bad can be so much fun.
Sharon (Farrow) has never had a roommate before. But after her divorce, she needs a housemate to pay the bills. That's when Robyn (LuPone) arrives. The Roommate by Jen Silverman is about an unexpected, life-changing friendship that's both funny and deeply moving, between two very different middle-aged women as they navigate the complexities of identity, morality, and the dream of reinvention.
"I went for Patti (and loved her), but stayed for Mia! Wasn’t prepared for the level of comedy she brought to the table. "
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Max H from Chicago on Sep 26, 2024
A generational gift
"I absolutely loved this play. The performances from both Farrow and Lupone were wonderful to watch. They were master classes and the audience was the beneficiary. I know the play ends mid December and I wish that wasn’t the case. It then denies so many others the opportunity to see theatrical perfection.
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 15, 2024
Interesting vehicle for two seasoned actors
"I liked both LuPone and Farrow in this piece. The setting was great, and the play was interesting. I think it fell apart at the end. Overall a B for me."
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 15, 2024
The Roommate
"The short play is a mix of fun with some serious issues. The acting was good, lovely to see Mia Farrow and Patti LuPone together."
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Anna S from New York on Nov 17, 2024
Finally saw the Roommate
"The performances in this show were worth seeing. The notion of how interaction between people changes them was good. The show had great dialog. But somehow it was not a must see show. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 14, 2024
Incredible Actresses, but not exactly a comedy
"You can't beat Patty & Mia together. Their chemistry was good. The push pieces and reviews I read billed it as a comedy. I found it to be, at best, a "dark comedy." I recommend it because of the actors, but with anyone else in it I would say to skip it."
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Natalie A from Wilmington on Nov 11, 2024
Entertaining Face To Face
"I liked the dynamic between the 2 characters. Was charmed by their story.
Was a treat to watch 2 such solid and accomplished actresses interact on stage.
Mia Farrow's character had a more interesting arc than Patti LuPone's who didn't have much of one.
Beginning felt a bit slow. But all in all the play, if not memorable, was charming and entertaining."
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Michel W from NEW YORK on Oct 23, 2024
Mia Farrow Was the Heart
"I loved how both characters evolved in the play. Patti LuPone has a star quality in her acting that is always fascinating to watch because of the specificity of her diction and movement. Mia Farrow surprisingly won me over with the charm and transformation of her character. She was the heart of the Roommate, which as a play won’t win any prizes despite performers who absolutely found wonderful comedic moments and made the most of a lame script. It was very predictable and simple."
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Benjamin P from Bethlehem on Oct 13, 2024
good story, very good performances...so-so script.
"Good story, very good performances...so-so script. Still, I would recommend it."
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Broadway.com Customer on Sep 14, 2024
Love both of these women.
"LOVE both Patti & Mia. The writing just wasn’t as good as it could have been. Pleasantly surprised with Mia’s comedic chops!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Dec 1, 2024
Not so great.
"We Wanted to see Mia Farrow & Patty Lupone! ..two iconic stars! But the story line was "so so". Had assumed it was abt a lifelong friensdship and their journey. Was disappointed. Would not recommend. It was a letdown. Were some funny moments and reflections on changes in society& aging. (We were a group of "50ish" long island friends who had not seen a play since covid)! Sorry but seeing the 2 women stars (who were great)..did not ease our overall let down."
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Broadway.com Customer on Nov 22, 2024
Liked Lupone and Farrow; the story goes sideways
"It's always a pleasure to watch Patt LuPone and Mia Farrow on stage. Unfortunately, the play isn't that interesting and doesn't showcase their considerable talent. However, it features women as the primary subject matter that's a good thing. I couldn't buy the arc of the Farrow character as it seemed forced, unrealistic, and took the play sideways. Of note, it was clear the play visibly lost the audience (and me) when a certain prop appeared. It was silly, unnecessary, and way over the top. After that scene, I lost interest in the characters, what really is a thin story, and patiently waited for it to end."
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Broadway.com Customer on Oct 28, 2024
Actors better then play
"Did not like the directing or set. Although the two actors had chemistry it felt kind of static and flat. Just exchanging conversation. A few good moments but not nearly enough to sustain those two actors. Nothing moving about it. "
