Definitely a Good Time!
by Anonymous on 1/24/17Morrison Center for the Performing Arts - BoiseVery talented cast and great music. You won't be disappointed.
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Very talented cast and great music. You won't be disappointed.
As a huge fan of Glen Hansard and Once the movie. I was beyond impressed!
Fun afternoon with great music. Seats were disappointing but we shouldn't wait to get our tickets.
Language was offensive. I don't need to pay to see a play and hear the "F" word or the Lords name taken in vain, all in the first 30 minutes. You would't offend other religions, why? MY 23 year old daughter and 25 year old Son said they wanted to leave and found it offensive. Nothing in TV ad or literature indicated offensive language or religious references. We walked out and complained to staff.
After watching the movie, I loved the music. I bought the soundtrack and Glen Hansard and Markita Iglova have beautiful voices. They're chemistry and harmonies were great, so I did not expect the musical to be quite as good. BUT IT WAS!!! The cast was excellent musically and added personal touch to the story. It was great, I'd see it again in a heartbeat.
We love the movie and have seen it several times. The live show, however, lacked much of the pure emotion that the film excelled at providing. It seemed to get lost in far too much slap stick from almost every character. It went for corny laughs without reason and in so doing, compromised the original "feel" of the story. It lost its simplicity and resulting beauty. There were scenes that made me groan with annoyance and wonder why they opted for cheap jokes. I get artistic license, but this really let us down. Perhaps if we hadn't seen the film our reaction would be different. The songs were, however, terrific both in terms of music and singing.
I brought both my 12 year old daughter and 65 year old mother to this show. We all enjoyed it however there was some foul language ("f" word) throughout the show that disturbed my daughter. The music was incredible, the story line was easy to follow and sweet, and the actors were all extremely talented.
I've recently gotten into musical theater and have been attending every show I can. Once was the first show I have noticed the artistry of music and movement combined so well it takes your breath away. I loved how the ensemble played the instruments and how smoothly they worked to transition the set and scene. The lead actors' voices were seamless and their presence carried the show well.
A most enjoyable musical with talented actors who were also talented musicians and singers.
I was pulled in from the moment we sat down until the show ended. the acting was extremely` good an I loved the music. i really liked how the ensemble was always on stage and filtered in and out as the moment needed. I saw this on Tuesday and wish i could have gone back Wednesday. I highly recommend this show and hope it comes back to Cleveland so I can see it again. And i'm not one that usually see's a show more than once!!
We enjoy the menu. The play was very good, my date enjoyed it very much also. would go to other eve nt at this location.
Yes, I am Irish...but honestly that is not why I love this musical. To really FEEL something when your at a show is a remarkable thing. I just love this show.
Lots of music and talented singers! If you love music you will love ONCE!
this production was basically, just "OK". Nothing wonderful, nothing terrible. Would not see it again.
We got tickets for 10 bucks and this venue doesn't have a bad seat! The actors were amazingly talented playing multiple instruments and showing great skill and producing a high quality show. The show offers laughter, tears and a wonderful score. This show is a 10 in my book!
Great show. The lead guy was amazing, phenomenal voice.
AMAZING. AMAZING. AMAZING. This is my third time seeing Once and it was just as perfect as the last two times. Such a beautiful story and the songs are a unique sound compared to most musicals, love the unplugged, folksy sound.
Don't know how I wound up with such fantastic seats...just 2 weeks before the show, but it was a fabulous experience!! From the open bar on stage at the beginning to the last song, it was a wonderfully engaging performance. Though some might complain about some language, it was really well written. I don't think it added anything to the impact of the characters...it would have been at least as enjoyable without it. Just don't take your young children.
It was like a concert, musical hybrid. It was a lot of fun to watch and the acting was superb. If you're a fan of string instruments this is your show.
The actors were great. The lead singers harmonized together perfectly. Great story line with great performers.