A collection of our favorite reviews from professional news sources.
"A swoony, refreshingly original darling gem of a show with a big heart and a captivating sideways sensibility. It will fly you to the moon."
The Washington Post
Naveen Kumar
"One of the best musicals in years! Wildly inventive and profoundly moving, thanks to a remarkable pair of lead performances, a lush score and awe-inspiring direction by Tony Award winner Michael Arden."
USA Today
Patrick Ryan
"Utterly enchanting! The fact that this show is casting its firefly glow on Broadway at all feels like a gift."
Time Out New York
Adam Feldman
"Astonishing, joyful, heartbreaking, cutting-edge, and brilliantly executed. A ravishing addition to the catalog of Broadway nerdicals, directed with breathtaking bravura by Michael Arden."
"From the set design, story, singing and acting I cannot find anything I would change. This was an amazing show, practically perfect. "
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Maurice S from Brooklyn on Mar 29, 2026
Amazing show
"This show is amazing from start to finish. The actors are so engaging and the mechanics of the set helps add to the flavor of the show."
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 26, 2026
A feel good show!
"I loved the show! My only complaint was that from our seats, 4 rows from the back, several of the scenes we were unable to see. They occurred closer to the front of the stage and were out of our field of vision. I wish these seats had held the disclaimer “partially obstructed view” so we would have chosen different seats."
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Kathleen H from Chesterfield on Mar 26, 2026
Above expectations!
"I loved the message, the songs, the actors - their timing and voices were incredible. I was totally immersed in this production and highly recommend. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 23, 2026
We loved it!
"The staging was fabulous and so creative. All the performers were excellent. When I read a summary of the story, it frankly didn’t interest me but the NYT review and my knowledgeable nephew recommended it. We were searching for a Saturday matinee and were able to get great last minute seats. In many moments it brought me to tears— but they were tears of delight and poignancy. We left the theater with a warm glow. "
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Susan C from Piedmont on Mar 22, 2026
A Wonderful Time
"Such a lovely blend of wholesome, thought provoking, and funny. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 22, 2026
One of the greatest shows ever
"Maybe Happy Ending is a generational masterpiece. Darren Criss' performance is entirely deserving of the Tony award he won and the show is more than deserving of best musical. With a story which is bound to strike at even the most stone cold hearts and an orchestra so beautiful it could make a statue weep. This show is one of the greatest experiences I could recommend to anyone."
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 22, 2026
Amazing!
"Loved it! It was so fun and different, the performance of every character is unforgetable!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 18, 2026
So original
"I thought the show was charming and original. Well acted and captivating. I found it very touching. It brought tears to my eyes."
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Susan B from New York on Mar 16, 2026
Fabulous
"I loved everything about this show. The actors were convincing as robots and the set design was amazing "
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Jane C from Orlando on Mar 14, 2026
So much fun
"We had nosebleed seats and before the show started I was worried that we would have to lean forward the entire show. I was so wrong. The show was fun and full of bad puns (my fav). Darrin Chris is such a talent. "
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Brandon T from Astoria on Mar 13, 2026
Wonderful and unique. Enchanting. Best show I’ve seen in years.
"You can’t help falling in love with these characters. I enjoyed the catchy, sweet tunes and want to see it again. Darren Criss is a treasure."
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 12, 2026
All around a wonderful show.
"Loved the story line, sets and music. I will mention at times it was difficult to hear Darren Criss’ voice in duets with the female lead’s being so powerful. (We were not at a performance that Helen was in, it was someone different). "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 10, 2026
Must See! I laughed & Cried.
"From the lighting to the sound to the set design and to the acting, I was blown away. Such a beautiful story that was executed gorgeously. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 8, 2026
Heart warming
"I am a man in my 40s and this show brought back memories of how I fell in love with my wife. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 6, 2026
Amazing play! Among the best I've ever seen
"I loved the story, how it's performed by the wonderful actors at stage and the mise en scene is outstanding! Absolutely a must see, don't miss it!"
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Silvina M from Rio de Janeiro on Mar 5, 2026
Best original musical I've seen in years
"From story to set design, this musical is fresh, original and charming. I haven't been moved like this since "Come From Away". The characters are intriguing and fun. At the end of the show, you wish it weren't over so that you can hang out with them just a little while longer. There are no super memorable songs to walk out of the theater singing... just a warm feeling that reminds you that there is no other media quite like live theater."
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Paul S from Indianapolis on Mar 2, 2026
Our first Broadway production was fantastic!
"We loved this show. We chose “Maybe Happy Ending” because of a previous review and our DIL was excited about Darren Criss being in it! It didn’t disappoint! The music, the singing, the actors, the set….All wonderful! The story was sweet and touching. This was our first experience seeing a show on Broadway in NYC and I’m glad it was! All the attendants in the theatre were helpful and courteous. Probably the only thing I’d change about it is our seating in the Belasco Theatre. There are some parts of the show that are high up like a second floor scene. Where we sat you couldn’t see it. The overhang blocked our view. I don’t recommend sitting where we were in the very back row. But we still could see the main part of the show very well. And we loved the it! Would go again! So glad to have chosen this show as our first Broadway experience! It was a wonderful! "
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Holly C from Bellefontaine on Mar 1, 2026
Absolutely amazing!
"It’s a lovely love story, extremely well executed!
The music, the production, the actors, everything is just perfect!
UNFORGETTABLE!"
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Jorge L from Milford on Feb 28, 2026
Delightful Musical
"Maybe Happy Ending was delightful and heartfelt. The cast was amazing. The acting was incredible. Darren Criss never broke character. Very impressive. Vocal ability of all was superb.
The premise is surprising. Could it be a look into the future?"
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Broadway.com Customer on Feb 27, 2026
Wonderful
"Great story concept, wonderful acting and singing, and amazing stage sets and lighting."
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John O from NY on Feb 26, 2026
An affecting musical
"Loved the emotional impact, the staging, the music. Wonderful show."
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Anne S from Cambridge on Feb 26, 2026
Unique and Different Show
"Basically a love story but loved the different presentation of the story and the unique stage presentation. Funny, sad, colorful, a visual treat - loved everything about the show. Definitely recommended."
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Richard T from Lake Forest on Feb 12, 2026
Maybe Happy Ending Matinee
"The staging was very creative and emphasized the scenes amazingly. With only 4-actors, they all participated and had meaningful contributions. The story was lovely and unique in its delivery--not just another rom-com musical, highly recommended!!"
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Andrew Y from Dundee on Feb 5, 2026
Loved it!
"The staging and vocals were outstanding. The story was poignant and thought provoking. "
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Broadway.com Customer on Feb 5, 2026
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About
Maybe Happy Ending
Winner of 6 Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, Maybe Happy Ending tells the deeply human story of a chance encounter that sparks connection, adventure, and maybe even love. Helmed by Tony Award-winning director Michael Arden (Parade), Maybe Happy Ending has been hailed as "one of the most visually stunning shows to hit New York in ages" (USA Today) and “the best new musical on Broadway” (The Daily Beast). Don't miss the show that’s loaded with love, Maybe Happy Ending!
