“Even at its most extreme, The Steel Man is all too real, and its current staging makes for an unforgettable night at the theatre.” By Moshe A. Bloxenheim, Nov 8
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The Steel Man
59E59 Theaters · 1h 25m
Opened Nov 8, 2026 · Closes Dec 13, 2026
1 Rave
2 Positive
2 Mixed
Critics' Take
Gitter's visceral family drama earns praise for its forceful exploration of intergenerational Holocaust trauma, with critics commending the emotional power of this father-son story and its examination of inherited pain.
Critic Scorecard
5 reviews1 Rave
2 Positive
2 Mixed
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“The potential for volcanic-level eruptions and suspense throughout are riveting, and a surprise ending brings some level of closure.” Off Off Online Staff, Nov 13
“It is a worthwhile production, and it reminds us of the long shadow cast by unnecessary wars, waged at enormous human cost for the enrichment of a privileged few.” By Paola Bellu, Nov 9
“The story is realistic and sympathetic, yet dramatization just misses.” By Alix Cohen, Nov 8
“What it lacks is the emotional complexity that would allow its central relationship to transcend cruelty and obligation.” By Suzanna Bowling, Nov 9
