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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes

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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#1
Posted: 1/10/15 at 1:34pm
Hey guys just wondering if it's worth seeing If/Then before it closes. Never saw it before but always wanted to see Idina perform in a show.
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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#2
Posted: 1/10/15 at 1:38pm
I think you answered the question.
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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#2
Posted: 1/10/15 at 1:44pm
If your main reason is to see her? Yes. Any other reason? Meh.
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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#3
Posted: 1/10/15 at 2:00pm
I would definitely recommend seeing it. I think both Idina and the show itself are worth seeing.
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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#4
Posted: 1/10/15 at 2:03pm
What Bucky Builder said. And this show in particular was built with Menzel in mind, so all the more reason to see it if you have any remote interest in seeing her. (And I think the show itself is worth seeing too, though not everyone's cup of tea.)
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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#5
Posted: 1/10/15 at 2:24pm
No.
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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#6
Posted: 1/10/15 at 2:26pm
The show fits her like a glove designed for her, because it was. If you enjoy her, you will not be disappointed. The show showcases her strengths. There are wildly diverse opinions of the material at this and other boards, but perhaps we all agree on one thing: it's Menzel's frame, and she fills it admirably. And if you feel at the intermission that you haven't heard enough of her solo work, hang on. She has two songs in act two that are quite powerful, "Learn to Live Without," and her signature 11 o'clock spot, "Always Starting Over." If she's your girl, it's unmissable.
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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#7
Posted: 1/10/15 at 2:43pm
If you like Idina, it's a must see. I really liked the show and thought she was outstanding.
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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#8
Posted: 1/10/15 at 3:30pm
Wait until after it closes to see it.
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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#9
Posted: 1/10/15 at 3:51pm
I just saw it for the first time last week and enjoyed it. Definitely see it if you are an Idina fan. I thought the cast was very strong. Glad I finally made it.
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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#10
Posted: 1/10/15 at 4:25pm
Yes. Even if you end up disliking it. You never know when an adaptation could happen (besides the touring) so I think it's pretty cool to say you were able to see this piece of theatre. I'm not a fan of the actual show, but I do like the cast recording. I think it's worth seeing just to hear her sing "Always Starting Over" live!
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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#11
Posted: 1/10/15 at 5:47pm
I'd say see it, but make sure Idina is in. I saw Burns - who was great - but the show itself isn't all that remarkable. It was built for Menzel, so I'd make sure she was there or else you'll just see a ho-hum middle-of-the-road musical. It's not bad. But not really great.
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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#12
Posted: 1/10/15 at 6:07pm
Go. Idina elevates this so-so material. Who knows when she'll be on Broadway again?
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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#13
Posted: 1/10/15 at 6:09pm
nope
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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#14
Posted: 1/10/15 at 6:17pm
It's all about Idina and only if you're a fan!
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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#15
Posted: 1/10/15 at 6:38pm
Can't remember when I disliked a show so much
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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#16
Posted: 1/10/15 at 6:58pm
Yes/No
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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#17
Posted: 1/10/15 at 7:25pm
The show is good. The supporting cast (James Snyder , LaChanze, Jen Colella, Anthony Rapp) are really strong. The plot line, if you get it, is intriguing. And Idina is a star (and I am NOT a fan). I enjoyed it way more than I expected.

Go if you get the chance. I may go again before closing myself



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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#18
Posted: 1/10/15 at 8:02pm
I have found that there is very little correlation between critics' reviews, the opinions of the people on this board, and my impressions when I see a show. So go see it for yourself. I was pushed into going by someone else, and I liked the show a lot more than I thought I would. Idina was great.
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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#19
Posted: 1/10/15 at 10:45pm
Go see it. Especially if you are an Idina fan. I fell in love with the cast and score. I you will not be disappointed.
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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#20
Posted: 1/10/15 at 11:19pm
I would go see it for I Hate You! That song...is so moving.
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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#21
Posted: 1/10/15 at 11:32pm
Considering that the marquee is your profile pic, you must have some desire to see the show. As the posts suggest above, if you are a fan of Idina, go. You won't know if you actually like the show till you see it. For me, the storyline was meh, but I still enjoy the music. Idina is really wonderful as well.
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Should I See If/Then Before It Closes#22
Posted: 1/11/15 at 11:27am
Thank You everyone for your input! I just purchased tickets! Can't wait to see it!


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