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HONK!

West Valley Light Opera

March 3-March 31, 2007

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A new award-winning British musical comedy about a little duck named Ugly whose odd, gawky looks instantly incite prejudice from his family and neighbors. Separated from his home on the farm and pursued by a hungry cat in his rollicking journey, he not only discovers his true beauty and glorious destiny, but also finds love and acceptance in all its forms. It is witty, but also deeply moving. Honk! opened in London in 2000 and won the Oliver Award as Best New Musical. DATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE!

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  Tickets: $21-$25

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  Dates:
  March 3-March 31, 2007

  Times:
  Fri-Sat: 8pm
  Sun: 2:30pm

• Venue Info

  Saratoga Civic Theater

  13777 Fruitvale Ave. Saratoga, CA 95070

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  • Wheelchair Access
  • Assisted Listening System

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  • Event Name: HONK!
    "Excellent production"
    Review posted by: Bob from Foster City, CA USA, Mar 30, 2007
    

    Excellent and highly professional production of this musical. Especially good were the almost uniformly superb cast, the female lead had an excellent voice. The direction, choreography and singing... Expand

    Excellent and highly professional production of this musical. Especially good were the almost uniformly superb cast, the female lead had an excellent voice. The direction, choreography and singing were all first rate, as were the children in the cast. Collapse

  • Event Name: HONK!
    "Fun for all family members"
    Review posted by: Girls' night out gang from San Jose, CA USA, Mar 29, 2007
    

    Saw this with my daughters & granddaughters - we all laughed a great deal and even got a little teary at spots. From ages 11 to 65, it was a hit with us!

    Saw this with my daughters & granddaughters - we all laughed a great deal and even got a little teary at spots. From ages 11 to 65, it was a hit with us!

  • Event Name: HONK!
    "Saw it twice, loved it twice"
    Review posted by: Dan W from Redwood City, CA, Mar 28, 2007
    

    I saw the preview show and loved it so much I drug a bunch of friends to it the next weekend. The directing is brilliant and the mama duck made me cry. Both nights! You have to see this... Expand

    I saw the preview show and loved it so much I drug a bunch of friends to it the next weekend. The directing is brilliant and the mama duck made me cry. Both nights! You have to see this show. Collapse

  • Event Name: HONK!
    "Fun For All"
    Review posted by: Dante from Santa Clara, CA, Mar 22, 2007
    

    This show was tremendous fun. A great family outing for all ages. The cast is wonderful. Jeff Clarke has some trouble with the high notes in his songs, but his physical work more than makes up for it.... Expand

    This show was tremendous fun. A great family outing for all ages. The cast is wonderful. Jeff Clarke has some trouble with the high notes in his songs, but his physical work more than makes up for it. Justin Torres is a wonderfully slimy "Cat", and other performances worth mentioning are Michael Johnson as Drake and Jay Steele as the Bullfrog. All in all,a good time (though the orchestra is more than a little rocky) and an evening of theatre you won't find everywhere. Check it out! Collapse

  • Event Name: HONK!
    "What a fabulous musical surprise!"
    Review posted by: Yvonne Mendy from Saratoga, CA USA, Mar 22, 2007
    

    I see most of the musicals at Saratoga Civic Theater, at least the past 4 years now. Thinking this one would be slightly juvenile, I was awestruck by the quality of the performances by the major... Expand

    I see most of the musicals at Saratoga Civic Theater, at least the past 4 years now. Thinking this one would be slightly juvenile, I was awestruck by the quality of the performances by the major characters--check out Molly's chicken impersonation, not just the average clucker in the yard at all, but a truly fancy variety I saw once at a boutique farm in Pescadero. And the frog solo near the end...I laughed til I almost cried. Casting was truly perfect, and I still wince at my sore hands after applauding. I had never heard of this musical and went with scepticism, but I emerged with such joy. I see a lot of theater, and I must say I forget some soon after, but I can still visualize and hear what all went on in the farmyard, pond and...you gotta go see this treasure...for all times and for all ages. No one will be left untouched with happiness and good feeling. Collapse

  • Event Name: HONK!
    "Terrific!"
    Review posted by: Miles K. Nickleby II from San Francisco, CA USA, Mar 13, 2007
    

    This show was absolutely fabulous! Simply adorable! The costumes were wonderful! I especially like the colorful farm outfits! The sets were extremely delightful as well! And the cast was top notch!... Expand

    This show was absolutely fabulous! Simply adorable! The costumes were wonderful! I especially like the colorful farm outfits! The sets were extremely delightful as well! And the cast was top notch! Kudos! Collapse

  • Event Name: HONK!
    "Fantastic show my kids loved it"
    Review posted by: A fan of this play from san jose, ca USA, Mar 12, 2007
    

    I had a great time watching this show. I took my kids age 9 and 11 to watch this play Honk!and they were fascinated with the different characters and the props from each scene. This is indeed a great... Expand

    I had a great time watching this show. I took my kids age 9 and 11 to watch this play Honk!and they were fascinated with the different characters and the props from each scene. This is indeed a great play for both adults and children. You must watch it Collapse

  • Event Name: HONK!
    "A MUST SEE !"
    Review posted by: Anonymous from san jose, Mar 11, 2007
    

    FIRST TIME SEEING THE SHOW AND WAS VERY IMPRESSED WITH ALL THE CHARACTERS ! THEY WERE FUNNY AND TALENTED ! A MUST SEE ! BRING THE KIDS !!

    FIRST TIME SEEING THE SHOW AND WAS VERY IMPRESSED WITH ALL THE CHARACTERS ! THEY WERE FUNNY AND TALENTED ! A MUST SEE ! BRING THE KIDS !!

  • Event Name: HONK!
    "Fun Fun Fun Fun and Cute"
    Review posted by: KT Blue from Sunnyvale, CA, Mar 07, 2007
    

    That is about all I can see for this entertaining show that is now playing at West Valley Light Opera. Who knew that a childrens show could be so fun. I knew it would be CUTE. The Ducklings, the... Expand

    That is about all I can see for this entertaining show that is now playing at West Valley Light Opera. Who knew that a childrens show could be so fun. I knew it would be CUTE. The Ducklings, the Frogs, the Cat and Chicken...ahhhhh. Did you know that this show won the London equivalent to the Tony Awards? Witty dialogue and memorable music really made this show move. Oh, and the set. What an amazing set. This guy should be doing it for a living. Maybe he is. My only complaints are the orchestra (a number of wrong notes) and the fact that this group does not have childrens tickets prices. I have three kids under the age of 12 and their tickets were the same price as mine. I know many other families that could not afford to bring their kids to see a show like this without a discount. Get with it WVLO! It truly is a wonderful production. Collapse

  • Event Name: HONK!
    "HONK! is a DUCKY good time"
    Review posted by: Lee Rillem from San Jose, CA, Mar 07, 2007
    

    I had only seen this show one other time and it was the Cabrillo Stage production back in 2000. What a joy to see this onstage with adults playing all of the roles (except for the ducklings, of... Expand

    I had only seen this show one other time and it was the Cabrillo Stage production back in 2000. What a joy to see this onstage with adults playing all of the roles (except for the ducklings, of course). Geri Sauls has done a wonderful job casting and two standouts are Jeff Clarke as UGLY (he will break your heart) and Jen Wheelwright as IDA (amazing voice and good actress). The rest of the cast is amazing with some notable turns by Steve Anthony as JAYBIRD and Michael Johnson as DRAKE. You should make it a point to see this show as it is not well known and they could use some bigger audiences. You will NOT be disappointed. Collapse

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