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Theatre
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
American Musical Theatre of San Jose
May 1-May 13, 2007
Based on the 1988 smash hit film starring Michael Caine and Steve Martin, this is the 1st National Tour of the huge hit still playing on Broadway. AMTSJ audiences will be the first to see this hilarious production in Northern California. Set on the glorious, glamorous Riviera, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is a delicious comedy that follows two con artists as they take on the lifestyles of the rich and shameless — and end up with a lot more than they bargain for. If you don’t want to see this show because it’s “one of the liveliest, funniest, best-performed musicals in years!” (New York Post), then see it because the money helps pay for our grandmother’s cosmetic surgery.
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Ticket Info
Tickets: $13.75 - $73
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Dates & Times
Dates:
May 1-May 13, 2007Times:
Tues-Fri: 8pm
Sat: 2pm & 8pm
Sun: 1pm & 6:30pm -
Venue Info
San Jose Center for the Performing Arts
255 Almaden Boulevard San Jose, CA 95113
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Accessibility Info
- Wheelchair Access
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Member Reviews
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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
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
"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
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
"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
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
"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
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
"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
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
"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
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
"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
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
"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
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
"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
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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Event Name: Camelot
"delightful"
Review posted by: Mia from San Jose, CA, Feb 05, 2007
I second the San Jose Mercury News review, and think you'd want to see this musical. It will be good even for children who like stories of kings and knights, I'd say from age 10 or 11 who study... Expand
I second the San Jose Mercury News review, and think you'd want to see this musical. It will be good even for children who like stories of kings and knights, I'd say from age 10 or 11 who study medieval history. I specially enjoyed the wonderful singing voices of Lancelot and Guenevere. I was a bit reluctant, after previous experience with the AMTSJ, about the sound system - however it worked very well, every actor was heard clearly when speaking and when singing, and the sound level was exactly where it should have been. Collapse
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