“This is a gentle tough-guy show, at once brash and sentimental: soft underbelly exposed, but talons out, too.”
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“It becomes clear that, after all these years of material that verges on heinous, Ross is a softie, his brand of insult jokes derived from a love of people and the world around him — even if it’s hard to see — and a desire to see people surprised.”
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“Take a Banana for the Ride sometimes moves beyond sweet into downright mushy, but Ross is endearing company and includes enough funny material to help you ride out the schmaltz.”
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“This deeply personal, moving, and undeniably funny show is first and foremost a love letter to the chaotic people (and pets) that made Ross who he is.”
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"An oddly affable evening, with the star exuding warmth even when throwing shade on the Nederlander Theatre's neighborhood, noting that it's 'always been my dream to perform ninety feet from Port Authority.' Still, he adds, 'I've become really good at cheering people up.' About that, there can be no doubt."
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“Turns out, the guy is both funny and a real mensch, a combo that's hard to beat.”
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“While much of Take a Banana for the Ride proves moving and relatable, it also feels strangely generic.”
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“It was sadder than I expected, and not everything landed, but it certainly had heart to it.”
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