44: The Musical Reviews

MetroWeekly- Highly Recommended

"...Lest anyone come expecting an exacting survey of the man’s presidency and politics, “M.F.O.” sets the tone for an irreverent, audience-pleasing, R&B- and gospel-tinged recap, told in sitcom style. Almost immediately, the show casts a comedic spell, stoked by nostalgia for the unmistakably good vibes of Barack and Michelle, acted credibly and sung impeccably by T.J. Wilkins and Shanice."

BroadwayWorld- Recommended

"...It’s a much bigger challenge to bring joy and lightness to politics, and 44 does that well. We can only hope that one day our nation will heal enough that someone makes an equally hilarious musical about the Trump years."

DC Theater Arts- Highly Recommended

"...Nevertheless, you will come away from 44: The Musical feeling lighter and happier, much like America did in the Obama years. You will come away googling 'whatever happened to Herman Cain?' and you will come away chuckling at the inventiveness of writer Eli Bauman, who somehow assembled a very monied team of investors to make this musical an improbable success. Bring on the hope and change."