Holler If Ya Hear Me

It was a great show!! Excellent storyline, cast and the music went perfect. The world ain't ready! Pac's still ahead of his time. R.I.P. Tupac Shakur (The GREATEST Rapper of ALL TIME)

So sad to know this show is no longer on Broadway! This play was amazing!!' It was filled with passion and each performer was believable and convincing. It truly showed Tupac's music as a form of Poetry that everyone could relate to. It was gritty, Raw and real. I would've paid to see it again!

I saw Holler IF You Hear Me last night and I m inspired to Holler because I Heard. I heard the story and anguish of the plight of the young African American man trapped in the prison of urban ghetto violence. I heard the cries of the African American woman struggling to be respected through a genre that has profited by degrading her in the eyes of her own children. I heard the words of a modern prophet martyred not because of religion or civil rights but because of a capitalistic system that values dollars over souls. I heard MUSIC that resonated in my DNA to prove that dramatic story telling is not limited to the status quo. I heard an audience cheer and moan and clap and snap their fingers and grunt and shout and yell out Bravo because there arose a voice familiar enough to relate to in real life. I holler because last night I heard yall loud and clear. Yet in the midst of my own personal epiphany I couldn t help but notice those there who could not hear. The scripture came to mind from Matthew 11:15 He who has ears let him hear! Why could they not hear? Perhaps their inner eyes were blinded by the beat or the lack of extravagant costumes, sets or the expected spectacle that accompanies the thought of a Broadway Musical. Perhaps they remain closed minded to rap, hip-hop or urban noise and funk. Perhaps because they did grow up listening to Tupac or running the streets or dodging bullets to get home from school they just couldn t relate. Whatever the reason there remains a veil that dulls their senses and prevents them from hearing or relating to what was being so eloquently said. Theater is so much more than an art form. Theater is a cultural archive of society forever capturing a snapshot of a moment of time in history portraying who we are, where and how we live but most importantly what we feel. True Art forces you to feel something, ponder the moment and regurgitate those emotions over and over again. Therefore I Holler because I Heard You.

Director Leon has done it again with this amazing musical. A must see event.

I was surprised at just how much I liked this show. As a 63 year old white broad, raised on classical music and show tunes, I hadn't thought this would be a good fit for me. However, I was hopeful that this would be this generation's Rent. I thoroughly enjoyed myself. It has taken what Lin Manuel started in In the Heights and taken it that step further. The plot was predictable but interesting.The performances were first rate. Production values were high. I had been afraid that the sound would be blasting so much that I would miss the lyrics. That wasn't the case. I liked the choice of music so that not all the songs were pure rap. The brilliant Tonya Pinkins was under-used, but other than that, it was a terrific show.

I knew nothing of Tupac's work before the performance. I now feel enlightened.

I enjoyed the show because of the overall message. The music of Tupac is very thought provoking in spite of the crude language.

I went to see "Holler If Ya Hear Me". The cast and musical arrangements were stellar. Every performer was exhilarating and gave their heart and soul. The storyline is one that will draw you in from the start. I grew up on Tupac Shakur (was in high school at the height of his career) and I liked some of his songs, but they took on new meaning when brought to life by Tony-Award-Winning-Director, Kenny Leon, and this extremely talented cast. The lead characters gave compassionate performances and the ensemble was incredible. I highly recommend this show to all theatre goers, as it is becoming an integral part of Musical Theatre.

Excellent play"!! The music everything was just wonderful

Holler if Ya Hear Me delivered a positive message and encompassed Tupac's music in the manner it was always intended. It was not about his life but the life of minorities and the opportunities to make choices and changes. All-in-all it was amazing...I'd see it again!

I thought the script was disjointed especially in the first act. I couldn't follow what was going on! The second act improved but personally, I don't think it's a Broadway worthy production...off Broadway at best. The dancing, rappin and singing was excellent. Half of the comedic moments went completely over the audience's head. The story line was ok but they REALLY need to work on the script. I am disappointed...not Kenny Leon's best. Too bad they are billing it as the "Hip Hop Generation's Broadway debut." I am sure there are better scripts that would have a hip hop theme.

The storyline was great and the music was orchestrated perfectly. I thoroughly enjoyed myself. I am planning to see it again.

This "musical" is a disrespect to the lyrics of Tupac Shakur. Firt off, you cannot turn a gangster rapper's lyrics into a musical. It just simply will not fly based upon the language ("N" Word, sexual explicit words, etc.). To be short, it was just too flagrant. If anything, it would have been nice to see a "musical" on his life and not on his lyrics. I do not have anything negative to state regarding the cast per say. They did the job they were supposed to be which was sing gangster rap. In all, I see this play as an insult to Broadway and to Tupac in general. Please, no more of these kinds of shows. The venue was awesome (only bright moment).

Holler If You Hear Me was absolutely amazing. The cast is one of those lifetime ensembles that gels so well together it was if they had been working together for years. All of the cast members were incredibly skilled actors, and provided a WOW experience. They brought Tupac's words to life. I couldn't have asked for a better theatre experience.

Seeing Tupac's lyrics come to life on broadway stage was a great experience fore. I never thought that I would see true rap music in that fashion. The cast is talented and I found myself looking forward for the dialogue to end so I could hear them sing. However, I gotta be honest, it felt a little like a middle-school play. The story line was choppy and hard to follow. Certain elements of the musical didn't seem to fit with the lifestyle of the man. If the setting is early 90's, why is an iPod being given out and why is texting being discussed? I still don't understand who Benny was or why he died. And why did Saul William's character go to jail? Confusing. I was a little frustrated. But, when 'Calufornia Love' started playing, along with some if Pac's other greatest hits, I couldn't help but dance in my seat.

Holler if Ya Hear Me was a great play. The music and the story worked well together. I recommend that everyone goes to see it. There is a message in it for the young and old.

Obviously you need to like Tupacs style of music, which we do. I never sat still and the cast kept you interested and connected...wonderful voices!

Why, oh why, didn't they put the lyrics atop the stage so an attendee could follow them (like the Met) as not everyone is familiar with them. They are what is great about the show. Set clever, but story line pretty ordinary and not up to the emotion behind the lyrics. Too bad - as lyrics had the making of a great show.

Not as familiar with the music as my family,but I totally enjoyed the show..his work was/ is as deep as Tony Morrison, Sonya Sanchez,as well as NickiG. As an older generation ,I 2 wast sure if the words were true to his works ,my daughter and 30 yr old granddaughter who's birthday we were celebrating assured me they were , good Good. Now I must learn more about this talented young man who taken from us much too soon.

See this week,won't be around longer.great seats great price bad show

I've been to so many Broadway shows and this one rivals the best (Wicked, West Side Story, Hairspray, Dreamgirls, Chorus Line, etc) and surpasses most. At the same time that we were entertained we were educated, we were stirred up and deeply moved. Tupac's lyrics are outstanding and important. The cast is outstanding; great rap, acting and dancing (which I would have liked more of). Though there are lead characters this is really an ensemble piece and the way they've been directed makes everything feel real. The audience was invited into their world and schooled. My teenaged daughter and her friend loved it too. We all can't wait to go again.

I had an awesome time at Holler if ya hear me. My partner truly enjoyed show and she was dancing in her seat throughout it.

yes some of the rappers were a little hard to understand, while others were great and so moving, so you are losing a lot of this amazing poetry...enjoyed the beautiful dance but would have even liked more, but maybe that would have dressed it up too much and we would have lost the message and the seriousness of what is being conveyed, although the dance was quite intense and mesmerizing and did support the show.

Whoever thought a Broadway Show using Tupac Shakur's lyric & music would work, has to be institutionalized! This musical has absolutely no plot, no character development and throws in songs solely for the purpose of familiarity. Save your time and money by not going to this train wreck of a show!

This one is gonna close fast, awful. Skip this one!

A spectacular cast makes up for a somewhat repetitive book, in a show that gains momentum throughout. You don't have to be a rap fan to be entertained....great acting, excellent music, inspiring.

Loved the play ! Loved the music! Loved the dancing! I thought it was very real and honest. It was a very exciting play .

My family and I enjoyed the show immensely! The cast was superb! The music was awesome, and I am planning on going to see it again. My son took photos with Saul Williams, and he was so nice. I hope the show stays on Broadway for a long time so that everyone can get to enjoy it.

The play was well done. I wen to see it with my nephews (teenager and young adult) and we enjoyed it very much. They want to see it again.

As an avid Tupac fan, I was pleasantly surprised. Tupac was and remains one of the most provocative and relevant voices in the hip hop culture that this undertaking of Holler if Ya Hear Me was no small feat! The actors delivered such passion and vulnerability in their performance, that I felt raptured. Kudos to the team for bringing the essence of Tupac and keeping him relevant.

First great play on Broadway that exposes the world of Hip-Hop, the legendary Tupac Shakur and his music. Casting filled with new faces to Broadway, it was refreshing seeing something completely different from the norm.

Very deep show regarding the streets. Great Show, Great Music.. Me and my daughter loved it.

Late review but it was AWESOME! The storyline, the music, the singing, the acting. We all were moved by what we were witnessing. The country needs to be able to witness this.

We were fortunate enough to see the last performance of "Holler If Ya Hear Me" on July 20th. It was simply amazing!!! The storyline, singing and dancing were phenominal and enjoyed by the entire audience who gave the performers a long, screaming, standing ovation. Very sad to hear we were viewing the final performance. The reviews did not do it well as I tried to get several additional family memebers to attend but they said the reviews were bad and they didn't want to take the risk. I quickly sent them a text after the show telling them what they missed. I hope you take this show on the road. Don't be discouraged, keep pushing!!!

Everyone should see Holler If Ya Hear Me! If you like the music and poetry of Tupac, you will definitely like the show. However, the storyline is what really drives the show as it addresses issues that are everyday struggles for many Americans. It's easy to turn a blind eye to topics that are uncomfortable, but that is all the more reason to talk about them. Hollar If Ya Hear Me does a great job of getting the ball rolling.

The interpretation of Tupac's music was powerful - keeping true to his intention. I personally feel blessed to have seen it.

Josh Boone was amazing #VCU #Rams4life The music was done over where it was still recognizable but different enough to be "new". The main character was so real and made you feel what he was going through. This was a very good show. Everyone was so talented. The dancing and singing was wonderful. Hopefully it comes back to Broadway again because it's what Broadway is missing.

Hate to hear this play is closing. The play relates to current social problems our youths, young adults and parents face today, especially in the Black community. No matter how other ethnicities or races claim they experience racism, prejudice and discrimination, with employment, housing and education, the experience is nothing compared to an impoverish Black youth, male or female. Yes, today the Priviledge are experiencing the same dilemmas, but being white opens more doors, regardless if you have connections or not.

The play was phenomenal--I only wish I had sen it sooner! I absolutely love Tupac and only wish he were here to see how much his music means to true fans, old and new!

The play was superb! We came from California and Texas to see this play. Our 13 year-old niece attended and loved it immensely! Go and experience it. I hope the play travels throughout the nation so others can experience this excellent show!

The Cast, Music and Audience Was Awesome. I Only Expected A Better Story Line...... And After The Last Performance, The Cast Was Friendly and Inviting!!!

People questioned whether or not broadway was ready for hip hop, and the answer is YES! This play had a phenomenal story line that is culturally relevant and extremely intertaining. It epitomized musical talent, acting and dance, and the set design was spectacular. If you thought this was just Tupac on broadway, you were dead wrong (no offense). This is not your cliche love story, rooting for the underdog. You can develop a personal connection with each character, even the antagonist, and hope that no one else has to suffer. I look forward to more stories like this on broadway... stories that actually mean something to real people. Stories that empower us to do something positive in our communities. #HollerIfYaHearMe

This show was fantastic. It was fun, heartwarming and sad at the same time. I went from crying to laughing throughout. It's message is real and applicable and not overly romanticized. It ended with a 10 minute long standing ovation. REALLY A SHAME THAT IT CLOSED EARLY. I REALLY HOPE IT REOPENS SOON!

There's a lot of great talent in the play. Story line predictable. Overall will recommend this play to be enjoyed by the youthful and adults of all ages.

I cannot begin to explain just how good this play is. From beginning to end, the story, the music, the choreography captivated me in ways few plays have before. I first saw it the Tuesday before it closed. Upon learning it would be soon closing, I had to see it again just in case I am never given the opportunity again. It was amazing! And it really is unfortunate that so many people will not have the opportunity to see it.

Love it and wish it wouldn't have gotten cancelled!

Strong voices, emotions and dancing. This musical should have been a must see for anyone who claimed to like Tupac's music. Yet it was not supported. Hoping it will turn up in another, perhaps, smaller venue, locally advertised, and given the chance it deserves, as well as give the actors a chance to show their talents.

Was such a great show. Out of the norm Broadway James Franco type of shows that are on now. Something innovative with great message and music.

Saul Williams, other lead stars and the entire ensemble captivated the audience from the opening to the finale! We were moved to tears, laughter, and dance in our seats as they led us on a musical journey via the political, poetic and still relevant lyrics of Tupac Shakur! They left us wanting more. Most of all they inspired those who heard and hollered back to do more to change our blocks!

I have to admit I was skeptical going in to see "Holler" but I was blown away by this original, energetic show. My only regret is that I wish I had gotten a better seat closer to the action and that it stayed on Broadway longer so I could see it again. I really hope they record a cast album because the cast was nothing short of flawless!

The singing was terrific. The individuals had excellent voices and the acting was very good. Some of the language was a bit harsh and I had to overlook that. Most adults would not appreciate the language.

Great message, great acting, great music, but only an okay book.

The show was good, however, I was not aware of the foul language. It was a bit much and I took my kids. I would recommend show to a friend with OLDER children 16+

If the show is having a short run, it certainly is not because of lack of talent on behalf of the cast or the entertainment value. Great show.

AMAZING SHOW!!! I laughed, cried and of course jammed to the music. The way the music was paired with the storyline was flawless. Even if you are not a Tupac fan this is a story and a show that anyone can appreciate. I really hope it comes back soon!

Amazing show, too bad it's closing early. The singing and choreography was very dynamic and electric.

The cast was so talented! Their performance was truly inspiring. Beautiful.

This play was much needed in a time where our youth are struggling with identity and losing their lives to the streets. There should have been a conscious effort to get our young people there by the bus loads. Very sorry to see it go. Phenomenal cast! Little too much profanity for my taste but I understand the context.

I thought the show was amazing. All of the actors and performers did a great job. Sorry that it is leaving.

I really enjoyed this show. I really felt the passion throughout. It's sad that it's closing. I think it's a production that Broadway wasn't yet ready for. They will be soon though.

Where do I start?...first off I saw it twice...my girlfriend brought me here and i didnt expect it to be such a beautiful,intelligent display of how his musical works were interwoven to the storyline plot of this play.The actors/singers/dancers were top notch professionals black & white!....its just sad it had to come to an end due to lackluster sales but i know that was due to poor press which i find ridiculous due to the numerous outlets of online and hard media that it couldve traveled through. Pac would've been proud!

Awesome Show!!!!!! It's such a shame that it is ending!!!! I wish that everyone could have a chance to see it. Really praying that it returns to broadway.

The talent that was displayed in performing Tupac's amazing songs is noteworthy. The performers bought his songs to life with such power and grace. The direction and staging is also noteworthy. Each story line transitioned into song seamlessly. Every actor's contribution to this wonderful performance deserved the standing ovation it received.

Excellent, high energy, important messages!! I would see it again!!

Great integration of music with drama. There was a message that could be embraced by all ages. Thought provoking, real, yet uplifting. I have already recommended others to see.

The play was awesome and it is unfortunate that many people are not going. It tells an important story affecting many of our youth in inner cities and using Tupac's lyrics as the soundtrack is so cool. I along with others in the audience was bopping and singing along with the actors. Go see it now. You will not be disappointed.

The play was awesome, it's a most see I highly recommend this show!!!

The story line was overwhelmed by all the singing. Additionally, the lead character was very unintelligible when "singing".

It's great to see hip hop and the choreography in Broadway. The dancers were awesome. The acting superb. For me it took a little long for the story to develop in the beginning but I enjoyed how it all came together. The ending was totally shocking! Overall I enjoyed the show. I'm a huge Saul Willians fan, he did a great job too.

We loved this performance. Moving lyrics, great story line, talented performers. Amazing voices, amazing songs.

Great show! Rapping and dancing were fantastic, tons of heart in the performance

If you see nothing else see this. The music & sings was great. Too bad Mr. Shakur did not realize his full potential. We only got a little taste and it was SWEEET!

The story line and message is appropriate today, we need to continue the dialogue and seek solution to ills that's killing our youth, way of life and community. The music and dance numbers kept me at the edge of my seat. Saw the show twice within weeks ....; it was awesome!

A genius finally gets his due accolades for the ability to take the English language and finesse even the most raw and uncomfortable truths that must be told! Coupled with his unique "swagger", Tupac's art of storytelling was light years ahead of most of his peers, yet right on par w even some of today's most eloquent speakers. There should be college courses based on his writings to be culturally competent and interesting to diverse student bodies. I am thrilled to have gone to Broadway to experience this masterpiece. I will more than likely go to experience "Holler" again! It's that amazing!!!

We really enjoyed the show. The actors are all very talented and the lyrics of Tupac Shakur are mesmorizing. Don't miss it.

Don't let the media reviews stop you from seeing this work. Though there are definitely flaws - a bit too long, strange scenery and lighting choices, predictable story - the words and music and the absolutely incredible and incredibly committed cast all made me so glad I decided to see this show. I hope it "has legs," since it deserves to be showing for a long time to come. The night we went, the cast got a well-deserved, enthusiastic, and rousing standing ovation. I am in my 50's, but I went with a group in their twenties. We all were glad we went!

I have recently introduced the world of Broadway theater to my husband. We have seen several plays so it was no surprise that for our 12th wedding anniversary that I would buy tickets for us to enjoy another evening in the city. We, being of generation HipHop, saw the commercial ads for 'Holler If Ya Hear Me' and knew it was next on our list. The show didn't disappoint us and we were captured from the opening act . It was as if we had taken a trip back to the early 90's. The lyrics, sometimes sang, other times naturally rapped were a constant reminder of the greatness of Tupac as an artist and person. The back story, though familiar, was intriguing and held us. The actors were lively and the set was just as ordinary as any city environment that speaks of struggle, education, music, community, and love. It is a must see!!!

Whether you are a Tupac fan or not, Holler If Ya Hear Me is worth seeing. The singing, especially the women, is outstanding. The way Tupac's songs are interwoven into the story line is creative and powerful.

Saul Williams and company were amazing. Hip hop and Broadway are natural partners, and Holler If Ya Hear me is a great production.

The play was outstanding. It was more than what I expected. I recommended to everyone. Even if you not familiar with 2Pac's music or poetry. The storyline is a everyday struggle. It's a story that is everyone could relate in someway. A story that its always reported on a daily bases.

I never heard about Tupac until my boyfriend took me here n guess what? We really really enjoyed the perfomance.

Took my girlfriend to see the play. It was amazing, well played and very clever how they incorporated Tupac's songs. She loved it and i loved it ! definitely recommend must go see now !

Familiar with Tupac Shakur but not his music. What a gifted poet and rapper he was. The play exposed me to his poetry and the story line was awesome. This play should be required for our young men and little old ladies like me who wish to expand their horizon. It was vibrant, moving and the talent first rate. Don't worry about where you sit - every seat is a good one. Disappointed that theater was not sold out. Every show should be!

I am so happy that I ignored the criticism and the questions of "what is this?" and "who should see this?" because I LOVED this musical. I will admit that the book isn't the best, but the music and musical arrangements were wonderful, as were the dancing, acting, and set design. To answer the question of "who should see this?" I'm going to go with anybody who has ever struggled to break out of the box society or their parents or they themselves put them in, anybody who understands that life can be complicated at times, anybody who has struggled to discover who they really are and what they value, anybody who has fought the system or wanted to fight the system or just questioned the system, and anybody who wants to have a great time at a Broadway show. I imagine there are quite a lot of people who fit into at least one of these buckets, so it's a shame that there's this sense now that only young people from the hood should see it, or only Tupac fans, or whatever else. I'm not that young, I'm not from the hood, I'm not even a big Tupac fan, but I still loved it and received the message it was sending loud and clear.

Music was great, and the message was powerful. We really enjoyed the play, but would not recommend for children due to language

wasn't sure how i would respond to Pac's music in a theatrical setting. I adjusted quickly as production was strong enough to carry the message but still present itself in a way that was enjoyable for both people who may or may not be familiar with "most" of Pac's writing. The production made a good attempt to show the struggle of opinions in his works. some technical issues with sound hear and there (mic drop outs) and some of the actors delivered lines stronger than others. overall a good show. I love seeing Hip hop music on Broadway. hopefully this wont be the last. Thanks

Great use of Tupac's lyrics. The cast was amazing and the delivery was just right. You don't have to be a Tupac fan to go see, but I'm sure you will become one after you do!

The entire show was great from beginning to end. It displayed how the decisions we make can impact the lives of others. The concept of change was also evident. Oftentimes we hear stories of violence in the community but never get to see that true happy ending. The music was orchestrated beautifully, I appreciated how Tupac's music was authentic throughout the show. Dyllon Burnside did a great job playing the role of Anthony, he displayed what many youth/young adults deal with and it felt very real. The entire cast was outstanding!

We enjoyed this show. It was a great message and it brought awareness to issues that have been ongoing in inner cities (violence, retaliation, money schemes, drug paraphernalia, peer pressures to conform to street life, incarceration, broken homes.. etc). It was great how the Director used Pac's lyrics to create the story; it definitely brought Tupac's words to life. I think everyone should give it a chance and let go of their ideology of what a Broadway show is suppose to be. You definitely have to be open and willing to step out of the box you've given yourself. These stories need to be told!

Was a little skeptical about seeing this play especially cause I didn't real know too much of what it was about, but I am definitely glad I went. The music & actors were amazing, the story line was great and kept my attention the whole way through. It's a play I would definitely go see again. 2Pac would be proud of how they represented his music in this play. A definite must see for everyone, no matter if your a 2Pac fan or not. This is an amazing play.

Message, music, staging, and talent of the performers is top notch.