HANDS ON A HARDBODY Tickets

From what I'd heard, I was about as excited as sitting down to watch Harry Connick sweat through Promises Promises. But Hardbody is beautifully made and played , as fresh - to use a stale word - and engaging as Once or Passing Strange. Yes, it's A Chorus Line in cowboy country- though really this form goes back, through Lifeboat, to The Canterbury Tales. Smart, cliche-busting songs, staging that addresses and removes the dread of 2 hours watching 12 people paw a truck, a thoughtful, non-condescending worldview, a beautifully tuned ensemble. The matinee had a full orchestra and half a balcony, and everyone ate it up. High time, word of mouth, to get this baby cruising down the highway.

The music is incredible and the cast is so Talented. Such good theater in today's garbage that People need to go see this NOW

I read the mixed reviews, and was reluctant to buy a ticket...I am so glad I did. Truly a lovely time at the theater. I was honestly surprised by how good the talent was. "Joy of the Lord" was the highlight of the show and made me want to come out of my seat! Singing was great. Acting was believable and took me right out of the city. The choreography was ingenious. It was everything good about musicals. You leave with a smile.

I wish more new musicals wore their heart on their sleeve like this. I was moved to tears more than once. Fascinating story, characters you can root for, something we can all relate to, terrific performances and a wonderful score to boot. Can't recommend this one highly enough!

Wonderful show with a lot of heart. Totally relevant. Amazing cast. Go!

The seats are a bit cramped in the mezzanine, but the show is great.

Unfortunately, this musical is extremely slow...and not exciting at all. I was eager for it to be over.

We saw the show. I thought the music was exceptionally good. The staging was limited because the cast had to touch the truck at all times; however, a gospel type of song was perfomed with using all parts of the truck as percussion instructions. It was awesome to see and hear! We thought the story was thought provoking to see how people in dire financial straits were coping in these times.

Being from Texas it was challenging to see how this very familiar tale could possible be meat for a Broadway show. And at first I was somewhat skeptical that it could possibly entertain someone for 2 hours. However as it builds its powerful story and defines its characters with song,talent and raw energy I was totally captivated by the second act! You also completely understand each character and it's very difficult to know who to root for and it is remarkably "touching" as each one fails on their driven goal for something better for their lives...

be warned - i am a Texan so I couldn't get past the bad accents for most of the show. it's a clever idea and a good story, it just needed more variety in the songs (ballads, rhythm and blues galore!). Not bad - just not great.

Hands on a Hardbody is that unique Broadway musical that has something important to say as well as a lot of incredibly talented people saying it. I go to the theatre quite a bit, but I tend to favor dramas because I like to think about what I'm seeing. Fantastic talent is almost a given on the Broadway stage, but too many musicals are about trivia, or nothing at all. This production is a treat for both the ears and the brain. Highly recommended!

I had a great time on Saturday night at Hands on a Hardbody. It is a bright, beautifully acted and voiced musical. The actors received a well deserved standing ovation. Go see it!

We loved Hands on a Hardbody. We were BIG fans of the music and it was really well-done. I would go see it again!

While I thought it was a little drawn out, the music was fun, the drama was based in real-life events and the character stories that were told I thought everyone could relate to in one way or another.

The show unfolded in a way that had you completely caught up in each of the character's story line. The performers were amazingly talented and the choreography was inventive and fun to watch. The songs themselves really moved the story forward and rewarded the audience with some real show stoppers. Highly recommend to any prospective audience. Would like to see it again!

The production was great. Based in real events and people. Amazing songs and talent. I loved that the characters were believable and not so over the top. Very entertaining and touching at the same time. Great performances and story - a must see!

First Broadway play. Pretty good. Some decent comedic moments, and even hit on some social issues. I'm just a Phish fan who wanted to see and hear what Trey has been working on for awhile, but left liking it more than I thought I would.

Very cool and energetic show. Songs were very good.

I decided to go on a whim. I knew nothing about the show and I walked out fully moved and just full of joy. Truly a wonderful American story.

The premise was unusual, but the stories of the characters provided an interesting, often sobering, view of a slice of life. It makes the viewer think and realize that everyone has a story, and almost everyone has his/her ups and downs. Luckily the play ended with the characters every hopeful for what their futures might bring. Not your run of the mill musical - definitely worth seeing!