American Idiot was amazing!
by ACAnaheim on 5/20/14Pantages Theatre - Los AngelesIt's like listening to Green Day Greatest hits and more. The storyline is very emotional and some audience can relate to it. Vocals and acoustic rendition was awesome
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A critical smash on Broadway and in London, the two-time Tony Award® winning hit musical AMERICAN IDIOT tells the story of three lifelong friends, forced to choose between their dreams and the safety of suburbia. Based on Green Day’s GRAMMY® Award-winning multi-platinum album and featuring the hits “Boulevard of Broken Dreams,” “21 Guns,” “Wake Me Up When September Ends,” “Holiday” and the blockbuster title track, AMERICAN IDIOT boldly takes the American musical where it’s never gone before. With direction by Michael Mayer (Spring Awakening), choreography by Steven Hoggett (Once) and orchestrations and arrangements by Tom Kitt (Next to Normal), the result is an experience Charles Isherwood of The New York Times declares “thrilling, emotionally charged, and as moving as any Broadway musical I’ve seen this year!”
It's like listening to Green Day Greatest hits and more. The storyline is very emotional and some audience can relate to it. Vocals and acoustic rendition was awesome
I almost cried. It was amazing. It was beautiful! Was there May 17th Pantages Theatre in Hollywood!! With my sister Christabella and my friend Anthony! Wooohooo! I want to watch it again! I LOVE GREEN DAY!! #1 FAN.
It was like attending a concert. The only things missing were Billie Joe, Mike, and Tre. Go and enjoy !
We were expecting some areal acrobatics (depicted in the documentary,"idiot" but didn't really miss it.
I now have seen American idiot nine times so my review would be different than the first time. Have seen it in NY, San Francisco, San Jose and LA. This cast is a bit weaker than the others I have seen but not significantly. Luckily, I was able to see the original cast on Broadway where Billie Jo played St Jimmy! Jared's (Johnny) voice was a bit weaker than I would have liked. Also, they didn't do the flying seen for Tunny and Extraordinary Girl. Not sure if that was a cast issue or theater issue. Carson (St Jimmy) and Andrew (key songs Too Much Too Soon and American Idiot) were great, especially all of Andrew's hand gestures. I saw it three times at Pantages, twice from the right orchestra and once from the left. The sound seemed better on the left-not sure if that is a theater issue or not. One really minor complaint-at the very beginning of the show when it starts "This Is American Idiot" the lead guitar player started in the middle of the phrase. I realize this is really picky but for me that line is important, followed by his guitar riff and I would have preferred if he waited one second longer. All in all, very entertaining and still my favorite musical of all time. I like the Broadway CD way better than the Green Day one due to the variety of voices for the different parts.
Had an excellent time at Green Day's American Idiot. I've been to many plays this by far was the best ever. Loved the cast, the music and the dancing.
My son is a HUGE Green Day fan so I decided to go along with him to see the show. Wow, wow, wow! are the first words that come to my mind. The opening number was powerful and impressive and the set, a modern industrial kaleidoscope of TVs and scaffolding with just a hint of an old brownstone facade that had seen better days, was impressive as well. The cast was outstanding - not a weak link in the bunch. The energy they exuded through their characters and choreography was electric. They surely did not "dial in" their performance; they were present, in the moment, and flat out outstanding! The Pantages itself is a wonderful venue and I must give full props to the crew and especially the sound tech. The vocals were blended wonderfully and the sound was full and powerful.
Excellent night the play was fast, energetic well acted and dripping with rock and roll . American Idiot captures the times perfectly
Fun and entertaining. Nice showcase of lyrics with a back story fit into them.
That's a whole lot of music in a very short space of time. The musicians were superb.
The cast was very good. The songs are unforgettable. The sound system at the Pantages was great though a bit loud. Enjoyed this thoroughly.
While I enjoyed the play and performances from the actors, I must admit that the band stole the show; they were beyond spectacular. The show and the story were great.
Not much of a storyline but a great interpretation of Green Days music.. If u don't like it don't go see this musical!
Unfortunately, the potential for a powerful insight into a deep dark side of self absorption, addiction, and utter narcissism falls beyond short. I have seen better High School choreography. Other than two performers worthy efforts (lead female and alter ego Jimmy) the rest of the cast seemed to be out of sync amateurs stuck somewhere between a cheesy halloween frat party and a karaoke ball. Sad to say it will take months for me to loose these images and enjoy my American Idiot CD again....where are you Billy Joe???
The show was very flat in its development. The story was barely understandable. It was a bunch of loud music and light show. Not entertaining at all.
It's a must see for all Green Day fans! It was much deeper and thought provoking than expected. Very well executed.
Appreciate what this musical was trying to do but it was very disjointed too much going on. Not every popular Album/CD can be transformed into a musical. Tried to cover too much though appreciated the effort to express the alienation and struggles of the current generation.
Amazing!! This is now one of my favorite Broadway shows! The music was great!
I would definitely recommend this production to anyone who is able to see it while its still here in town. It is a unique show with amazing music. If you are a big Green Day fan this is the show for you. If not you should not go it is not for everyone because there is not much dialogue so being a fan i loved it for the music. From a theatrical aspect there is many unique set changes and great choreography as well but if you are the type who needs a big story with lots of dialogue and plot involved this is not for you.
Fantastic show. It was fresh and relevant and high energy. Very much a good time. Heard many people of all ages as they came out saying how much they liked it too. This is real life and speaks to us.