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    Sweet Charity

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    American Musical Theatre of San Jose

    September 19-October 1, 2006

    Avg. Event Rating (2.0 Stars): 2 out of 5 stars rating Add Review/Comment

    Do you want to have fun? Then just dance on over to SWEET CHARITY, the Broadway musical that offers fun, laughs, good times...and that's coming here, starring the sensational Molly Ringwald.

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      Tickets: $51–$78

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    • Dates & Times

      Dates:
      September 19-October 1, 2006

      Times:
      Tue-Fri: 8pm
      Sat: 2pm & 8pm
      Sun: 1pm & 6:30pm

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      • Event Name: The Full Monty
        5 out of 5 stars rating "The Full Monty delivers full fabulous fun! Dont miss it!"
        Review posted by: CB from San Jose, CA, Sep 18, 2008

        Just wanted to say that a friend took me to see "The Full Monty" on Tuesday and it is the most I have laughed in a long long time. It is funny, touching and poignant! I kept thinking that not only is... Expand

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        Just wanted to say that a friend took me to see "The Full Monty" on Tuesday and it is the most I have laughed in a long long time. It is funny, touching and poignant! I kept thinking that not only is it a really fun night out for the girls because...well there are naked men, but also a perfect date night with the hubby because it has a very touching love story underneath. That was the most I have laughed at a San Jose show! Don't miss it. Collapse

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      • Event Name: The Sound of Music
        "The baritone Baron"
        Comment posted by: Rhea from Santa Cruz,Ca., Jul 05, 2008

        Please tell me who played Baron vonTrapp, I have seldom heard a richer voice. It brought me to tears. Thanks

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        Please tell me who played Baron vonTrapp, I have seldom heard a richer voice. It brought me to tears. Thanks

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      • Event Name: Little Shop of Horrors
        4.5 out of 5 stars rating "Great Show-Poor Sound!"
        Review posted by: SJ Drowsy Chaperon from San Jose, Feb 01, 2008

        Great production of a silly show. All the production values were first class. I just wish that I could have heard the performers. I could not get one word from the Urchins(Chiffon, Ronnette, and... Expand

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        Great production of a silly show. All the production values were first class. I just wish that I could have heard the performers. I could not get one word from the Urchins(Chiffon, Ronnette, and Crystal). Super costumes designed by the fabulous Tommy Marquez and workable sets. It was nice to see the stage hands dressed in costumes rather than the usual black outfits. Maybe there is hope. Wonderful choreography by the director Gabriel Barre.Where are the San Jose people? From the credits, it certainly did not look like a local show. Collapse

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      • Event Name: Guys and Dolls
        4 out of 5 stars rating "Fun!"
        Review posted by: Susannah from San Jose, CA, Oct 10, 2007

        I've not been very happy with the AMTSJ shows over the last few years. Admittedly I'm a harsh critic when it comes to big budget shows that don't always use the copious local talent, but this was a... Expand

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        I've not been very happy with the AMTSJ shows over the last few years. Admittedly I'm a harsh critic when it comes to big budget shows that don't always use the copious local talent, but this was a very well done production of a wonderful musical. You can't help but love the songs, and they don't skimp on the dance numbers or the costumes. They were having fun and doing a great job of entertaining. It's so nice to hear an orchestra that is flawless, and even from row 18 I could feel the energy. THIS is the kind of caliber show that can repair the reputation of a company almost over night. They even had the sound/mics almost entirely pitched and volumed correctly which is a huge chore for such a large venue. It's a pretty price, but it's a lovely piece. Finally! Well done AMTSJ. Collapse

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      • Event Name: Guys and Dolls
        5 out of 5 stars rating "Wonderful, Wonderful, Wonderful"
        Review posted by: Sara K. from Mountain View, CA USA, Oct 08, 2007

        I saw a dress rehearsal. Already it is stunning. The performances are wonderful. I particularly enjoyed the actress playing Miss Adelaide (too bad programs weren't available, but they should be ready... Expand

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        I saw a dress rehearsal. Already it is stunning. The performances are wonderful. I particularly enjoyed the actress playing Miss Adelaide (too bad programs weren't available, but they should be ready by opening night). I also especially enjoyed the scene in Havana, "A Bushel and a Peck", "Luck Be a Lady", and "Marry the Man Today". But really, all the songs are great. There is a reason why this musical is a classic, and AMTSJ does it justice. Collapse

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      • Event Name: Camelot
        3 out of 5 stars rating "Uneven Camelot"
        Review posted by: Paul from San Jose, Feb 11, 2007

        Michael York's star power (and that voice) made it worthwhile, as did Jame's Barbour's Lance, though the rest of the production seemed at times heavy- handed (the fight scenes) and at others... Expand

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        Michael York's star power (and that voice) made it worthwhile, as did Jame's Barbour's Lance, though the rest of the production seemed at times heavy- handed (the fight scenes) and at others rushed (all the scenes with Mordred). I don't know if York isn't settled into the role yet, or if the director just didn't want to overtax him, but his Arthur sadly missed many opportunities and simply lacks range and depth. You're never really made to care about these people and at the end of the show it felt very much like "Camelot-by-the-numbers". Collapse

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      • Event Name: Camelot
        1 out of 5 stars rating "Too late to count, but this needs to be said..."
        Review posted by: Jon Rosen from Scotts Valley, CA, Feb 11, 2007

        We thought this show was dreary. If it was a $20 ticket local show, we would say, "oh well, you get what you pay for". For $70 a ticket (that's right!), it was an embarassment. The idea that this show... Expand

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        We thought this show was dreary. If it was a $20 ticket local show, we would say, "oh well, you get what you pay for". For $70 a ticket (that's right!), it was an embarassment. The idea that this show might go to Broadway is laughable. The "perfect" knight Lancelot couldn't even pull his sword out of his scabbard cleanly! What was worse than the show was having to endure the pre-curtain plea for money from AMTSJ's Executive Director. After taking $2mil from the public coffers (imagine if San Jose divied that money up 20 ways, $100k a piece, to some WORTHY local theater groups!), to plead poverty in front of 1000 or more patrons who already paid $30-75 a ticket and were about to see a second-rate touring company production, it was the height of audacity. When AMTSJ gets its act together, stops bringing in so-called professional shows that don't cut it and starts doing its own shows with local talent, I might consider donating again. Until then, not a chance. Collapse

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      • Event Name: Camelot
        3 out of 5 stars rating "Ho Hum"
        Review posted by: Steven from San Jose, CA USA, Feb 09, 2007

        I forced myself to stay after the intermission just to be able to say I'd seen "Camelot". Weak voices, low energy, and an impression that they were going through the motions. A disappointment for... Expand

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        I forced myself to stay after the intermission just to be able to say I'd seen "Camelot". Weak voices, low energy, and an impression that they were going through the motions. A disappointment for someone who is hard to disappoint. Collapse

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      • Event Name: Camelot
        4.5 out of 5 stars rating "Wonderful evening"
        Review posted by: Dawn from Campbell, Feb 08, 2007

        The show was fabulous. While Michael York doesn't have a great singing voice, he still holds an audience. Guinevere and Lancelot voices were wonderful. Probably one of the better AMTSJ shows that I've... Expand

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        The show was fabulous. While Michael York doesn't have a great singing voice, he still holds an audience. Guinevere and Lancelot voices were wonderful. Probably one of the better AMTSJ shows that I've seen in awhile. Collapse

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      • Event Name: Camelot
        3 out of 5 stars rating "A nice evening...not spectacular"
        Review posted by: Lis from Redwood City, Feb 07, 2007

        We attended on the 2nd night of the show's run. The orchestra was extremely rough - not at all up to professional standards. Michael York flubbed the words and lyrics several times and sang off-key... Expand

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        We attended on the 2nd night of the show's run. The orchestra was extremely rough - not at all up to professional standards. Michael York flubbed the words and lyrics several times and sang off-key too often for comfort. During a battle scene, the balcony he stood on swayed back and forth, completely ruining the action. Rachel York's vocals were spectacular, and she really put her heart into it. I have to agree with a previous reviewer, though...zero chemistry with Lancelot. But even with all that, it was a nice, sweet production. Not worthy of the standing ovation it received, but we did enjoy the evening...a testament to what a spectacular musical it is! Collapse

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