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Theatre
The Playboy of the Western World
May 18-June 10, 2007
Avg. Event Rating (4.3 Stars):
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This wild, Irish play has its 100th anniversary in 2007. John Millington Synge wraps blistering truths about family and society in lilting language and outrageous humor. A young stranger becomes the hero of an Irish village when he claims to have killed his “Da,” but his glory does not last long. And then the blarney turns to steel.
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Ticket Info
Tickets: $10-$25
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Dates & Times
Dates:
May 18-June 10, 2007Times:
Thurs-Sat: 8pm
Sun: 2pm -
Venue Info
1220 Pear Avenue Mountain View, CA 94043
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Accessibility Info
- Wheelchair Access
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NOTE: We do our best to ensure all information is accurate, however it's a good idea to visit the website or call the venue to verify the information.
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Member Reviews
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Event Name: Nickel and Dimed
"Definetly Worth Seeing"
Review posted by: mal-mart shopper from south bay, Nov 02, 2008
Excellent character work, thought provoking material.
Excellent character work, thought provoking material.
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Event Name: Eccentricities of a Nightingale
"Ann from San Mateo"
Review posted by: Ann from San Mateo, CA, Sep 14, 2008
This is a wonderful play by Tennessee Williams and Diane Tasca is pitch perfect in the role of Alma as is the entire cast. The play addresses the role of women in early 20th century America and the... Expand
This is a wonderful play by Tennessee Williams and Diane Tasca is pitch perfect in the role of Alma as is the entire cast. The play addresses the role of women in early 20th century America and the effect that societal pressures and constraints had on women. An important perspective as we deal with the role of women in presidential politics in 2008. Collapse
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Event Name: Homeland Prayer
"Poignent and Current, Brilliantly Written and Performed"
Review posted by: JR from Palo Alto, Jul 01, 2008
This is one of the best shows I have seen in years. The writing is outstanding and the direction and acting are spot on. You will be moved by this play. Don't miss it.
This is one of the best shows I have seen in years. The writing is outstanding and the direction and acting are spot on. You will be moved by this play. Don't miss it.
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Event Name: Northanger Abbey
"Ann from San Mateo"
Review posted by: Ann from San Mateo, May 23, 2008
This is an absolutely delightful production. The ensemble cast is excellent. Diane Tasca's adapatation relates a great tale that is expertly told through Rebecca Ennals' ingenious staging.
This is an absolutely delightful production. The ensemble cast is excellent. Diane Tasca's adapatation relates a great tale that is expertly told through Rebecca Ennals' ingenious staging.
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Event Name: Northanger Abbey
"Hardest Working Ensemble in Town"
Review posted by: Susannah from San Jose, CA, May 19, 2008
What a task this fantastic ensemble had and what a great job they did! Transforming from character to character seemlessly and with whimsy was a delight. They all earned their peanuts to be sure!... Expand
What a task this fantastic ensemble had and what a great job they did! Transforming from character to character seemlessly and with whimsy was a delight. They all earned their peanuts to be sure! Extra Kudos to the most creative staging I have seen in forever, the choices made we fresh and fun, both simple and complex at the same time, and were so intricately woven into the script, and all the other technical designs. Remarkable. Be rested up before seeing this play, over 2 hours of Jane Austen's words come at you like machine gun fire, and though wonderfully animated by the cast, if you are anything but alert, you will certainly miss some of the charm of the story. Collapse
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Event Name: Northanger Abbey
"Outstanding acting and adaptation!"
Review posted by: Mary Teruel from Menlo Park, CA, May 17, 2008
I went last night with my husband, 14 year old daughter, and 12 year old son, and we all loved it. It was funny, engaging, and the acting was superb. We highly recommend this performance!
I went last night with my husband, 14 year old daughter, and 12 year old son, and we all loved it. It was funny, engaging, and the acting was superb. We highly recommend this performance!
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Event Name: Pear Slices 2008
"Odd Basket of Fruit"
Review posted by: Susannah from San Jose, CA, Apr 14, 2008
This years new plays were stranger than usual, which is not to say they weren't well acted, or well written, just more perculiar and less main stream. Highlights for me were scenes about an artist... Expand
This years new plays were stranger than usual, which is not to say they weren't well acted, or well written, just more perculiar and less main stream. Highlights for me were scenes about an artist making dairy art and a GPS system with a major crush on her driver. There were less tears and more laughs and a whole lot of "did I get that?" this year but that being said, it's what is great about the Pear Slices, you never know what to expect, and are usually pleasantly surprised. Collapse
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Event Name: Molly Sweeney
"Storytelling plus"
Review posted by: ann from San Mateo, CA, Feb 26, 2008
The production of Molly Sweeney at the Pear Avenue Theatre is a warm, tender, and somewhat tragic story. The play tells the story of Molly Sweeney through monologues by three characters played... Expand
The production of Molly Sweeney at the Pear Avenue Theatre is a warm, tender, and somewhat tragic story. The play tells the story of Molly Sweeney through monologues by three characters played superbly by Diane Tasca, Troy Johnson, and John Baldwin. Through his staging, Dean Burgi brings the play to life by having the characters relate to each other even though they never speak to each other. Irish accents are consistent and unique to each character thanks to the dialect coach Jean Naughton. A compelling story that will open your eyes to the rich world of the unsighted. Collapse
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Event Name: True West
"KQED Review Link"
Comment posted by: Anon from Bay Area, Jan 24, 2008
There's a nice review for the show on the KQED site. Here's the link: http://www.kqed.org/arts/performance/index.jsp?id=21521
There's a nice review for the show on the KQED site. Here's the link: http://www.kqed.org/arts/performance/index.jsp?id=21521
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Event Name: True West
"Go see"
Review posted by: Sam Fan from Palo Alto, CA , Jan 23, 2008
Read more about this wonderful production: http://www.kqed.org/arts/performance/index.jsp?id=21521 And then go see it for yourself at The Pear Ave. Theatre in Mt. View. It's a great show!
Read more about this wonderful production: http://www.kqed.org/arts/performance/index.jsp?id=21521 And then go see it for yourself at The Pear Ave. Theatre in Mt. View. It's a great show!
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