We’ve got the scoop on what happens once you’re welcomed into MI-5.
On Thursday, March 12, my wife attended a 7 p.m. evening production of Broadway’s “Operation Mincemeat” and gave us the scoop on the Tony Award-winning musical that re-tells the humorous true story of a 1943 British intelligence mission that was cooked up in an effort to thwart Hitler and win WWII.
“We didn’t have to wait too long outside the John Golden Theatre even though the house was totally full,” she said. “The box office treasurers were efficient.”
Once inside the attractive theater that’s just the right size for this small cast musical, she passed a fun merch section that had shirts with the five characters’ names, a classy bar and took a seat in in the back row of the orchestra — “I could see everything and didn’t feel cramped” she noted — that didn’t have “the worst leg room you’ve ever seen plus, since I was close to the back, I was able to run right to the bathroom.”
Over the next two hours and 35 minutes (with a 15-minute intermission baked in where the men’s bathroom line was just as long as the ladies’), she was treated to a show with a “fun, small cast that had amazing chemistry while playing hundreds of characters.”
“The songs were snappy and clever and deceptively simple set hid secret doors, phones, and well-deployed lights,” she added. “The audience was appreciative.”
What struck her most through was the “Dear Bill” song, about a character imagining a letter to a wartime friend who’s gone, which made her cry.
But don’t worry, though- “Operation Mincemeat” is a comedy.
And a good one at that.
“I had a great time,” my wife said. “I’d definitely recommend the show to anyone.”
If you’d like to attend, our team has everything you need to know and more about seeing “Operation Mincemeat” at the John Golden Theater on Broadway below.
Final verdict: My wife is no “mincefluencer” — what the show’s superfans are called — but became a converted fan. “‘Operation Mincemeat’ is definitely worth checking out. The cast is great” was her major takeaway.
“Operation Mincemeat” tickets
Inventory to see “Operation Mincemeat” on Broadway live is available on all verified ticketing sites.
We recommend checking out StubHub, Ticketmaster and Vivid Seats to find the seats that makes the most sense for you.
“Operation Mincemeat” schedule
Based on our findings, “Operation Mincemeat” currently adheres to a Tuesday through Sunday cadence at the John Golden Theatre.
Matinees take place Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. Evening shows go down at either 7 or 7:30.
To find the date and time that makes the most sense for your busy calendar, we recommend checking out “Operation Mincemeat’s” complete calendar here.
“Operation Mincemeat” cast
As mentioned above, there are five “Operation Mincemeat” cast members. Below, you’ll find the film, TV and Broadway roles they’re most known for along with their most notable role in “OM.”
Brandon Contreras (Charles Cholmondeley): Comedy Central’s “Nora from Queens,” USA Network’s “Mr. Robot” and Broadway’s “Almost Famous.”
Jessi Kirtley (Jean Leslie): Making her Broadway debut. She’s a recent graduate of the Baldwin Wallace Conservatory of Music.
Amanda Jill Robinson (Johnny Bevan): they’re the co-creator and half of the comedy duo Ruth and Estelle (the esteemed theatrical coaches of the original cast of ‘Cats’).
Jeff Kready (Hester Leggatt): Amazon’s “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” CBS’ “The Good Fight” and Broadaway productions of “The Great Gatsby,” “Company” and “Tootsie.”
Julia Knitel (Ewen Montagu): HBO’s “The Other Two,” and Broadway productions of “Dead Outlaw,” “Beautiful” and “Bye, Bye Birdie.”
Stream “Operation Mincemeat”
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This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change.
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