Art

5 out of 5 Stars

Currently in previews and opening on September 16th, Art is a dazzling revival of Yasmina Reza’s Tony Award-winning play, starring Bobby Cannavale, Neil Patrick Harris, and James Corden. This extraordinary exploration of the complexity of male friendships keeps the audience enthralled from start to finish.

At its heart lies a provocative question: can what is essentially a white canvas truly be considered art and is it possibly worth a small fortune. More importantly, can such a question unravel and even threaten to destroy 25 years of friendship? As alliances shift and tempers flare, the play reveals the fragility and resilience of human connection with acerbic wit.

Combining raw vulnerability with perfect comedic timing, each star seizes their moment to completely command the audience. The dialogue is mesmerizing, and the laughter is continuous, accented by occasional bursts of spontaneous applause. The synergy of these three actors makes the production percolate with energy.

Performed in a single act, the production flows seamlessly, with inventive lighting effects managing multiple scene changes in ways that are both clever yet unobtrusive.

Art is at once hilarious, moving, and thought-provoking. This must-see revival is brought vividly to life by three powerhouse performances. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to catch these stars on stage together in what is nothing short of extraordinary theater.

J&M

Plays and Entrees: Pre theater we dined at a favorite standby Mémé Mediterranean in the West Village with its spicy margaritas and Mediterranean delights.