A collection of our favorite reviews from professional news sources.
"Floyd Collins reaches the sublime, and that is a rare achievement in any work of art. The layering of sound and melody in Adam Guettel's score is exquisite, even haunting. It's a glorious-sounding production."
The New York Times
Jesse Green
"Jeremy Jordan gives his finest performance to date in this adventurous and stirring musical that leaves you with a sense of spiritual uplift."
"This was an unexpected show that provided laughs, tears and amazing talent. The dynamic between the cast really shines on stage. Loved the location at Lincoln Center as well. "
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Michelle N from Warwick on Jun 23, 2025
SPECTACULAR
"I didn’t know much about out this story going into it. I knew I wanted to see Jeremy Jordan, and knew he was doing amazing work in this show. But I was truly blown away by the story, the acting, and the technical elements. More people should be aware of this musical. I was so moved that I cried long after I left the theater. Truly a masterpiece."
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Cierra P from Provo on Jun 20, 2025
A Fantastic showcase of talent
"Being my first ever broadway show I was blown away. The soundscape was so delicately nuanced, that even a whisper could be as loud as a scream without losing its identity.
Brilliant music and artistry on stage."
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 14, 2025
Funny, Heart Warming, and Captivating
"I love Jeremy Jordon, but I was not really excited about the storyline. I was pleasantly surprised by the amazing singers, the comedy and the visual representation of the scenes. The technical aesthetic made the secenes easy to interpret. I loved it and think others show see it. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 13, 2025
Jeremy Jordan Shines!
"Great show! What a cast - everyone was truly amazing. Jordan once again proves why he’s a star. See it! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 3, 2025
Floyd and Jeremy
"I came for Jeremy Jordan, plain and simple. If this was anyone else, I would not have been interested. But I really I enjoyed it! The scenes of Floyd and Homer were amazing, the music was wonderful and WOW his vocals WHILE climbing up and down and all around- he doesn't disappoint. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 1, 2025
Beautiful story about life and death.
"Brilliant understated production. Was familiar with play as daughter plays Nelly in school production.
Performances are stellar.
Still numb thinking about it. "
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MARGOT H from Cold Spring on May 30, 2025
Emotional tale that tugs at your heart strings
"The minimal staging works for this story. The cast is fantastic! We were very moved by their performances, especially the three Collins siblings."
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Broadway.com Customer on May 29, 2025
A Masterpiece of theatre!
"Jeremy Jordan soars in this timely piece of theatre about one man's courage to find hope and humanity while stuck in a life and death situation."
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Andrea R from Toronto on May 29, 2025
So so loved it!
"Jeremy Jordan is amazing (who is surprised not me)"
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Broadway.com Customer on May 12, 2025
Amazing
"Loved the show. Had no idea what it was even about before seeing it. I wanted to be surprised. The story was so beautifully told. Everyone’s performance was amazing. The use of imagination was so creative. I would absolutely go a see this show again. "
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Broadway.com Customer on May 12, 2025
Jeremy Jordan stuns
"I am a fan of Jeremy Jordan, so getting tickets to this was a no brainer. I had amazing seats and they were much better in person than they appeared to be on the computer. I found the general theme of the music fitting to the setting and style of the show but a little boring if being honest. Something I wouldn’t listen to as a soundtrack. That being said, Jeremy Jordan stuns and the production was well done. I hope he wins the Tony. "
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Dana M from Sewell on May 11, 2025
Have loved Floyd for more than 20 years.
"Beautiful production, terrific voices and evocative setting."
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 28, 2025
First Broadway Show
"We saw Floyd Collins on Thursday April 24th and thought it was amazing. My daughter loves the theater and we've seen many shows in our hometown Grove City OH. She asked to see this specific play in New York for her birthday. She loves Jeremy Jordan!
I loved the history behind the play and thought it was very well done. The Vivian Beaumont Theater is beautiful! "
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Erica K from Grove City on Apr 28, 2025
Unexpected brilliance
"Show was magic. Give Jeremy the Tony!! and this original musical a Tony as well!! I was unprepared to be this blown away by a show Glad it finally made it to Broadway!"
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Robert H from Norwood on Apr 14, 2025
Jeremy jordan is over the top
"I wondered how it would be with the underground concept. It was really cool and believable"
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 13, 2025
Great story and wonderful performers!
"We loved everything about it! I was pretty skeptical, but our daughter picked it because of the lead actor, and we all ended up really loving the story, music, and the performances. "
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Tara B from LOUISVILLE on Jun 16, 2025
Beautiful and Heartbreaking
"Let’s start with singing. So moving, so heart rending. Though the story is filled with danger, courage and love, it feels like a thriller. You will fall in love with Floyd and hope he is with his Mama"
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 1, 2025
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING
"This show is absolutely amazing!!! Jeremy Jordan and cast does a wonderful job. "
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Broadway.com Customer on May 23, 2025
Not fit everyone but it was for me
"I can see how people wouldn’t enjoy this show as it has a minimal set and uses lightning and miming techniques to show what is happening. The music goes from bluegrass to a more class Broadway type but it is beautiful and worth your time! "
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Broadway.com Customer on Jun 11, 2025
Exceeding Expectations!!!
"Loved the show, got ticket really not knowing what it was about. I urge you to go, not walk but run!"
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Broadway.com Customer on May 23, 2025
Floyd Collins
"Floyd Collins is a musical to which many theatregoers haven't been exposed. This revival receives a grand production at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. Jeremy Jordan masterfully conveys Floyd's seemingly endless optimism and spunk. Last season, he dazzled as the emotional Jay Gatsby; this year, he embodies hardy, ambitious Kentucky cave explorer Floyd Collins. Jordan maneuvers himself through an invisible, but clearly convoluted, twist of a tunnel, searching for a cavern to turn into a tourist attraction. But the most amazing physical feat Jordan accomplishes is staying still. "Trapped," Jordan remains on stage as the media circus unfolds around him. One would think that being motionless would hinder Jordan's performance; instead, it demonstrates what a stellar performer he is. We suffer with Floyd. And we morally suffer with his family who struggles to save him while also profitting off his misfortune. And we ache for slim Skeets and engineer Carmichael to save Floyd. The stage mostly remains empty with the exception of rugged flooring and gorgeous, colorful backdrops of the changing sky. (Makes you wonder why Floyd would rather be underground.) The only drawback, I feel is the gigantic stage. I think we lose some sense of just how tight and winding Floyd's route was (in some places only 9 inches wide). Perhaps a projection of his path on the stage wall would have helped. Nevertheless, this is a production worth seeing. Can we please give Jeremy Jordan the Tony he rightfully deserves?!"
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Laura S from Orland Park on May 12, 2025
Great talent, okay story
"The principal cast is incredible! Jeremy Jordan and Lizzy Mcalpine make seeing this show worth it, however the story was slow at times. Staging was also a little underwhelming compared to other productions."
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Allyson S from Tampa on Apr 6, 2025
Not sure about this show
"I liked the performances and the staging. But I am not sure why the producers thought this would be a good show to produce. It did not have a satsifying or uplifting ending or any particular meaning for me. I saw this with my grandson and he liked it. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Apr 21, 2025
Floyd’s Fiasco
"Interesting historical storyline, but very slow and lifeless. A dirge of a musical score with no memorable melodies. Love Jeremy Jordan, but his amazing talent and vocals is lost on a character hidden in the shadows for most of the show. No character development, no big musical numbers, no soul. A period piece doesn’t need to feel like a period piece to feel "
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Broadway.com Customer on May 29, 2025
About
Floyd Collins
Floyd Collins is a gripping and powerful musical based on the true story of a cave explorer in Kentucky, 1925. While chasing a dream of fame and fortune by turning Sand Cave into a tourist attraction, Floyd Collins himself becomes the attraction when he gets trapped 200 feet underground. Alone but for sporadic contact with the outside world, including his brother Homer, Floyd fights for his sanity – and, ultimately, his life – as the rescue effort above explodes into the first genuine media circus. Reporters and gawkers from across the country descend on the property, fueling the hysteria and manipulating the nation into holding its collective breath.
