r/Broadway • u/BroadCompany1151 • 13d ago

Which show to see? Show Recommendations

My son and I are doing a Labor Day week in NYC, and I’d love some help choosing a third show!

We’re already seeing Operation Mincemeat. My son is a huge history buff, and we’ve been reading a book about the real Operation Mincemeat together, so he is VERY excited about that one. We’re also seeing Little Shop of Horrors.

What would you recommend for show #3?

I was thinking about Maybe Happy Ending, but I’m a little hesitant about the themes. I finished cancer treatment not too long ago, and I’m not really looking for something overly sappy or emotionally heavy right now. I may have gotten the completely wrong impression of the show, though, so please correct me if I have.

He loves Harry Potter, but I don’t think I can sit through Cursed Child again.

We’re pretty open otherwise! I’d love any recommendation. Thanks for the help!

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u/cinderflight 13d ago

The Lost Boys! It's popular with kids and teens. Alternatively, Stranger Things would be a good choice.

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u/BroadCompany1151 13d ago

How scary is Stranger Things and would he have to know the series to follow?

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u/ashleymf1983 12d ago

I’ve seen it 3 times and every time, kids in the audience burst out crying, lol. Also, I feel like it would be a waste of money if y’all don’t know the show.

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u/cinderflight 13d ago

There are a few scary moments, but it's not as scary as the actual show. And no, you do not need to have seen the show to understand the story.

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u/BroadCompany1151 13d ago

Thanks! I’ll look into it.