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The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess

226 West 46th Street, New York City, NY
Ranked #54 of 707 attractions in New York City
4.5 of 5 stars 29 Reviews
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Eatontown, New Jersey
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

Powerful all around. The story, the music and every performer. The music captivates you from the overture to the end. Every voice is strong and the acting stellar. More

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Helsingborg, Sweden
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

We really loved this musical, well known songs and a very good cast. More

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

if youre in nyc, visiting nyc...a must see is Porgy and Bess. david alan greir was an unexpected treat. a must see!!! More

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Los Angeles, California
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

Audra MacDonald and Norm Lewis are unbelievale in this classic operetta. A must see!!! The music, staging and vocals blew me away. I can't reccommend this show highly enough. More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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23 reviews 23 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

No complaints; all accolades.Maybe a bit more dancing would have made me like it even more than I did. More

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New York
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21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

I've seen three previous productions of Porgy and Bess over the years and enjoyed them all, but this was the best. Some purists lament the few changes made to the production, but I completely disagree. The changes (there are but few) give the show greater impact. If you see this production, it will stay with you for a lifetime. Also,... More

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New York City
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

I took my mother to see Porgy and Bess for an early mother's day gift. The play was exceptional. The plot was interesting and the singing was outstanding. All the actors are accomplished and I can tell you that this classic has been revitalized without losing the core of the play. Well worth the visit and I would highly encourage... More

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La Habra Heights, CA
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

So fortunate to see this classic show. It was quite moving and I enjoyed it a lot. Please see it if you can. More

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Danbury, Connecticut
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Great talent on this production.It is fast moving but check online for discount or In times square at TKTS you can get discounted tickets for the same day performance More

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Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012
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Wonderful show with a great cast! Thank goodness for last minute tickets. I had an excellent time. More

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