Pleasantly Grounding
I found this experience quite grounding and comforting, especially in the narration portion of Act 2. I felt like I knew more than everyone on the ferry; not in a conceited sense but in a more noble way. While the acting in Act 1 felt somewhat pushed and could have been softened at times, Paul provided a pleasant reminder in Act 2 to absorb the beauty and history that surrounds us instead of sinking into our own hectic schedules throughout our time in New York City.
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Meh - not great
Did not transport me as I hoped. Script was poor and did not contain wonderment. Felt like the playwright had attempted moments of awe which would have been great if the script and acting delivered. But I don’t feel they succeeded. The dialogue was tedious and bombastic.
I think you’re better off acting on the impulses it seems the creators, and most tourists, are interested in (people watching, taking a moment to reflect on the history of NY harbor, and the visceral experience of being on a boat) rather than experiencing it along the characters playing through your headphones.
One positive thing I will say is has the potential to lead you to various area of the ship but nothing you could’t find yourself by walking around.
I think you’re better off acting on the impulses it seems the creators, and most tourists, are interested in (people watching, taking a moment to reflect on the history of NY harbor, and the visceral experience of being on a boat) rather than experiencing it along the characters playing through your headphones.
One positive thing I will say is has the potential to lead you to various area of the ship but nothing you could’t find yourself by walking around.
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Boring and pedantic
I only got through the First Act. No interesting information. Preachy narration about how we don’t really “notice” things anymore. Bleh. Def. not worth $2.
I applaud the effort but....
....the production values were poor and the acting terrible. You are meant to feel that you are overhearing fellow travelers. Instead its so obvious that it was all recorded in a studio. Having the volume low enough to actually hear real people near you does not help.
Some wind noises or "room tone" would have helped tremendously. In addition, playing with the left and right channels would have made it seem as if the conversation were coming from people on either side of you.
Most of the time the dialogue was so affected. The people were always actors to me. It never sounded like real conversation.
It would have taken so little to have made this better.
Some wind noises or "room tone" would have helped tremendously. In addition, playing with the left and right channels would have made it seem as if the conversation were coming from people on either side of you.
Most of the time the dialogue was so affected. The people were always actors to me. It never sounded like real conversation.
It would have taken so little to have made this better.
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WOW!
Ferry Play is an utterly original theatrical experience. Not to be missed!
It made my commute a joy
Wow! This was a wonderful experience. What a great way to make your commute more fun. When I arrived in Staten Island I almost wanted to turn around and go home just to hear the end of the play. They should have something like this for everyone in New York who commutes.
Captivatingly entertaining!
Love, love, love this interesting, clever portrayal of moments in the lives of people aboard the Staten Island Ferry. The writing captures the essence of realistic characters whom all of us know or have met, and the acting is superb ("tired child" and "whiney child" - perfection!). Sound effects enhance the sense that one is really on the ferry overhearing native New Yorkers and tourists. Indeed, as I listened to this podcast from my couch at home, I felt transported. Excellent piece in every way. Highly, highly recommend.
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Innovative Theatrical Experience
This is a truly innovative, experiential piece of theater. It enhances your experience of an otherwise unremarkable part of city life and I hope there are more stories for this location and others to come.
Professor
To hear a play on site on the ferry. What a creative breakthrough!!! Great writing, direction, and acting too. Strongly recommended.
