The Imbible

First, I’d like to say, don’t get there late since it is a small venue and will have to wait for a cue to get in/​if you get in. (We were lucky) We had a problem, and we’re totally stressed out about getting there on time, however once we were in and seated it was very entertaining. What a great way to learn on a Saturday night. History, science, booze and a very funny and entertaining cast. Not to mention the drinks provided are an interesting twist to the storyline.

The Imbible was definitely an interesting experience. The performers were excellent; they were enthusiastic and had beautiful voices. Although my eyes glazed over once or twice, they really tried to make the history of alcohol fun for the audience. The show was semi-​interactive in that the main actor (the bartender) would ask the audience questions. We were also provided 3 different types of alcoholic beverages in tune with the lesson. The actors roamed up and down the room so the performance felt more immersive. All of that being said, I don’t think it was worth the $ 55 ticket price. I can watch Broadway for $ 60.

Great performance. Entertaining and knowledgeable.

Lots of fun, great voices in the barbershop quartet and free drinks! You get three free drinks during the show, it’s very much a run through of the history of alcohol. I learned so much — but maybe not worth $ 55.

I went to this show last night with my sister, who is a bartender/​bar manager and a few other very people very knowledgable about alcohol (I am not so much) and we were all very entertained and educated as well. The show is a strange combination of storytelling, science and education, barbershop quartet type songs and some really good acting as well. It had us laughing through the whole evening and not at all because we had a few drinks in us… The cast really is superb and the atmosphere is perfect for the show!
I would definitely take other friends back to see it and if I could get my teenager in I feel like it would be a good education for her too!

Great show! Very entertaining and very talented actors.

Came here tonight for a 20at20 promotion (arrive 20 minutes before curtain for $ 20 tickets — only goes on until October 4). For this price, it’s well worth it, as the show is 1.75 hours, comes with three complimentary drinks (although small) and complimentary popcorn!
Pros: The theater is very intimate, which I appreciate. I’m a huge Broadway fan, so this change of pace is great. All of the singers/​workers seem genuinely interested to be there, and their energy is great. Caliber of singing is pretty decent as well!
However, I thought the script was overly cheesy. I was expecting more spice within the history of alcohol (I know it’s hard and I couldn’t do it personally, but I was bored at certain times).
I personally wouldn’t pay $ 55 to see this, as there are many other quality shows I’d rather see with that money. But if you were, I’d advise to check out Goldstar if you were interested in this show to purchase discount tickets.

We loved this. On our annual trip to NYC, saw American in Paris, FunHome and Imbibe. Recommend them all equally for very different reasons. Imbibe was intimate, up close talent and energy. Great fun. Clever script and very talented singers, great score, music, lyrics and history.

Hilarious show, and educational as well! And they tie the three drinks that are included in the ticket to the history they teach you in the show which is pretty awesome. Great script and singing helps too :)

Today a nice young lady in times square tried to sell me tickets to a Broadway show I wasn’t too interested in seeing. I asked if she knew of anything else around that was worth a gander and she mentioned something about ‘The Imbible’ being one of the top shows on atm. As I’m new to new York, I have nothing else to go by and take her word. After making my way to the wrong theatre first and then almost missing out on a seat due to it’s capacity booking, I finally get in to see playwrite/​songwriter/​actor/​bartender Anthony Caporale’s fantastically immersive narrative on the history of alcohol. The barbershop style singing of Anthony and his 3 other talented cast members perfectly accompanied the intriguing story of how alcohol came to be such a integral part of our culture.
The show included three delicious cocktails throughout the night, which origins were explained in impressive fashion. This evening was so much more than just a stage performance. I viewed Anthony as the type of college professor that makes lectures so entertaining that you forget how much you’re learning and look forward to every class, rather than sleeping through your alarm again.
I would highly recommend this unique experience to anyone. It’s especially interesting to those of us (most of us), who have indulged in a beverage from time to time. You’ll never get a more informative, hilarious and immersive history lesson on the great liquid that fuels our society (watery is secondary of course).

This is a MUST-​SEE experience! We came with a group for a joint bachelor/​bachelorette party and it was the perfect activity. It’s a small, dark, minimalist theater in a basement, but what comes out of it is pure gold. This is the perfect activity (and perfectly priced compared to most shows) for the history buff, the science nerd, and, of course, the drinker. Such a creative way to combine all of these interests. Our group learned a lot and enjoyed the music, the entertainment, and the beverages. The singers were personable and had fun with the audience for an all-​around grand old time. SEE THIS NOW. You won’t regret it!

Great fun. A great way to learn anything!

Excellent, fun show. Go with some friends, grab a drink beforehand (and a few during the show) and enjoy. The writing is superb, the singing top notch. A worthwhile way to spend an evening.

Very fun! A lighthearted, intimate show that doesn’t take itself too seriously. Well worth the money and packed with fun facts to wow your friends with later. I went with my mom and sister and we really did have a delightful time!

All kinds of fun and educational.

The Imbible is a fun show performed in an old speakeasy cabaret style by people that seem to genuinely enjoy performing. That either means they love their job and that’s always fun to watch, or they don’t love it and their acting is that good to make you think they do.
Anthony Caporale knows his stuff, seems genuinely nerdy about it, and loves to share it. All very good things in my book.
A reasonable ticket price. Three drinks were included, chosen and presented in ways relevant to the performance. It’s a fun mix of history and science lecture and demonstration, barbershop quartet, acted scenes, singing and a bit of improv.
Go have fun. Cheers!

Very entertaining and funny!!! The setting is super intimate. If you want a chair with a back get there a little early. We sat on bar stools. You get three drinks during the show. Laugh a lot. And learn some things along the way. Definitely worth the price. If you like drinking and laughing you won’t be disappointed.

Honestly did not know what to expect walking into this little dungeon of a theatre but I was pleasantly surprised. The cast was remarkably talented and put on a great show. It is a great educational piece on the history of alcohol while being witty and funny. They even serve you cocktails throughout the show which made it all the better. Definitely would recommend to a couple /​group of friends who were looking for something new to do.

We had soooo much fun! It’s like a combination of Drunk History (without the cast being inebriated, altho that could be interesting!) and Bill Nye the Science Guy.
Anthony Corporale is the bartender/​emcee who leads us down the historical and scientific path in which alcohol has affected mankind. Some of the info I knew, but it was explained in a very entertaining way and the Greek chorus of «servers» punctuated the narrative with some cute bits and funny songs.
The show is held in an old speakeasy and you *will* be sitting on top of each other so hopefully you’ll get a fun table. Our room started out a little slow, but eventually everyone got much more lively as the libations started to flow. Yep, you get 3-​free drinks with the show (altho you have to earn your last drink).
Unless you’re a total tea-​totaler with no sense of humour, I can’t see how you wouldn’t have a great time at this show.

What a fun night out! the production takes place in a real, old speakeasy space — very cool. The bartender — who narrates but also wrote the show — walks around using a video screen and a Greek chorus of servers to tell the story of alcohol and drinking. Funny, informative and very, very charming. Oh, and the drinks? Excellent!!! This would be a wonderful kick-​off to any fun evening! We left feeling great and went straight to a bar to continue the fun!