Himself and Nora (NY) Tickets

What a fab show, music, talent, staging, dance woven into a great story. Don't miss this show. You will pay a lot more when it is on Broadway (I predict!)

Himself and Nora was terrific! The cast is multitalented and energetic. All the actors' singing was wonderful. The minimal staging is clever and just right. Although nominally about Joyce's writing of Ulysees and the struggle to get it published, as well as the love story between Himself and Nora, it's also very revealing about the state of the intellectual world at that time and the influence of the Church on Ireland. The writing is well-paced with no lagging spots, and mixes humor and pathos. Unfortunately, we though that Row B was the second row, not the first, and it was a bit uncomfortable to look up at the stage, so we moved farther back at intermission. We'd like the actors to know that we DIDN'T leave, because it must be disconcerting for them to look down at suddenly empty seats. We were enjoying ourselves far too much to think of going before the end.

We thiught this was a phenomenal show -- great acting and singing, catchy music, interesting plot, imaginative and effective staging. The lead, Matt Bogart, was especially good! Hope it makes it to Broadway!

Beautiful and touching performance by the ensemble of actors. A love story that reflects all the colors of a relationship that hit many highs and lows.

I am certain the writers have worked hard at this piece so I hesitate in writing my unkind review - but the show is disjointed and flat. James Joyce is portrayed in an unfavorable light - I was actually glad when he died. His character is not developed and the audience doesn't understand his motivation. Why won't he marry Nora, why is feeling persecuted, what exactly is he writing. The book needs major editing - do we really need to see the mother die on stage or 10 minutes of Joyce and Nora saying how much they love each other. Too much telling and not enough showing. Another problem, if Ulysses wasn't published how did Erza Pound get a copy of it? There was no explanation. A trimmed down version of the show might work, but it needs major cuts and rewriting. The score was pleasant and I liked the catchy River Liffey song.

A beautiful story, well told. As a fan of the writing of James Joyce, it was a gift to come to understand another dimension of his storied life.

This romantic tale about the love affair of James Joyce and Nora Barnacle is sexy, sassy and fun!! You do not need to have read James Joyce to enjoy the show. The whole cast is fantastic and each has their shining moments. The chemistry between Matt Bogart (James Joyce) and Whitney Bashor is palpable. You'll laugh, you'll learn and you may even shed a tear. The intimacy of the Minetta Lane theater is perfect for this show as you get drawn right into the action. Jonathan Brielle's music and writing are amazing - the songs are memorable - poignant and spirited.

I don't envoy many musicals, but this was fantastic. Play was fabulous for the intimate setting of the smaller theater. As professional as it gets. Players couldn't do a better performance. Thougherly injoyed the experience.

A true piece of inspired art and an absolute 10 if your taste can extend beyond Broadway commercial entertainment. Wikipedia James Joyce and Ulysses prior to going to enhance your appreciation for the sophistication of the subtleties of the play. Great acting and music.