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Theatre
A Bench in the Sun
May 11-June 2, 2007
Avg. Event Rating (1.8 Stars):
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Review/Comment
Harold and Burt, longtime friends, live in a retirement home and spend their days on a bench in the garden bickering. A once-famous actress has just moved in, giving them something new to argue over. When they learn that the home is about to be sold and they will have to find a new residence, the three join forces to prevent this upsetting development.
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Ticket Info
Tickets: $15-18
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Dates & Times
Dates:
May 11-June 2, 2007Times:
Thurs-Sat 8pm
Sun 2:30pm -
Venue Info
1505 Warburton Ave. (rear of grounds) Santa Clara, CA 95050
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Accessibility Info
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Member Reviews
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Event Name: Proof
"Milpitas Post Review"
Review posted by: Art from Santa Clara, CA, Aug 14, 2008
Review Online http://www.themilpitaspost.com/arts/ci_10192257
Review Online http://www.themilpitaspost.com/arts/ci_10192257
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Event Name: Proof
"A good show, worth seeing"
Review posted by: Arts Junkie from Silicon Valley, Aug 13, 2008
Although SCP has to deal with the challenges their venue poses they are able to pull off a worthy production of Proof. The actors have a clear understanding of their characters and bring the... Expand
Although SCP has to deal with the challenges their venue poses they are able to pull off a worthy production of Proof. The actors have a clear understanding of their characters and bring the individual psychosis to life. There seemed to be some line issues with everyone but when there was an issue it was handled well. It will most certainly get better as the run continues. The program does not spell out the individual scenes so if one is not familiar with the show it may take a little time (not much) to realize that some scenes take place in a different time period. Why doesn't SCP perform at the black box at Willcox High? The quality of their productions would increase 10 fold and people may actually be able to find the theater. There isn't any signage at the Triton indicating where the show is actually taking place, I almost went to a wedding! Collapse
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Event Name: The Constant Wife
"Great"
Review posted by: Anne M. Strauch from San Jose, CA, Jun 07, 2008
Really enjoyed it and will look forward to seeing more plays in the future. Very well done!
Really enjoyed it and will look forward to seeing more plays in the future. Very well done!
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Event Name: The Constant Wife
"the constant wife"
Review posted by: sydney ann fischer from santa clara, california, Jun 05, 2008
my love of somerset maugham resides in his subleties of character ~ what he doesn't say illuminates their fears, desires, motives ~ unlike in this rather boisterous interpretation which presented some... Expand
my love of somerset maugham resides in his subleties of character ~ what he doesn't say illuminates their fears, desires, motives ~ unlike in this rather boisterous interpretation which presented some of his characters as bufoons. Collapse
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Event Name: The Constant Wife
"An Enjoyable Evening"
Comment posted by: Marie Donner from Sunnyvale, CA USA, Jun 04, 2008
The Constant Wife was not only a delightful and conversation-stimulating play, but was well performed and well-staged in a small intimate setting.To our pleasant surprise, we were even served coffee... Expand
The Constant Wife was not only a delightful and conversation-stimulating play, but was well performed and well-staged in a small intimate setting.To our pleasant surprise, we were even served coffee and cookies FREE during intermission. Collapse
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Event Name: The Constant Wife
"Catch a World-Class Act"
Review posted by: Katie Palani from Reno, NV USA, Jun 04, 2008
My husband and I attended a Saturday Night showing of The Constant Wife on our recent anniversary. We were so pleasantly surprised to enjoy a witty, sarcastic, intelligent, and well-played dramatic... Expand
My husband and I attended a Saturday Night showing of The Constant Wife on our recent anniversary. We were so pleasantly surprised to enjoy a witty, sarcastic, intelligent, and well-played dramatic presentation. All actors involved were perfect for the part, and the emotion was so raw you felt as if the situations were happening to you! I felt as if, for just a few hours, I was transported to another world, where I was secretly witness to an amazingly complex, twisted and surprising turn of events, that should, in all honesty, be of a private nature. The show was impeccable! Collapse
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Event Name: The Constant Wife
"Great show"
Comment posted by: Bob Drews from San Jose, California, Jun 04, 2008
My wife and I saw the Constant Wife last Sunday, June 1. Splendid acting and story. You will not be disappointed.
My wife and I saw the Constant Wife last Sunday, June 1. Splendid acting and story. You will not be disappointed.
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Event Name: The Constant Wife
"Witty writing saves the day"
Review posted by: Susannah from San Jose, CA, Jun 02, 2008
This is a production that is dotted with arbitrary blocking, and some major inconsistancies and certainly some confusing choices, but a few standout performances and a wonderful script certainly makes... Expand
This is a production that is dotted with arbitrary blocking, and some major inconsistancies and certainly some confusing choices, but a few standout performances and a wonderful script certainly makes this an enjoyable evening of light chuckles. Though I think it would have suited the production better to underplay the quintessentially British humor, rather than error on the side of meoldrama, still, I found the charming dialogue enough to carry this community production. Collapse
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Event Name: The Constant Wife - Staged Reading
"pleasant play"
Comment posted by: anon from sj, May 17, 2008
pleasant, but a little long compared to other snc player shows, the two daughters steal the show
pleasant, but a little long compared to other snc player shows, the two daughters steal the show
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Event Name: Faith County
"Simple pleasures"
Review posted by: Susannah from San Jose, CA, Feb 25, 2008
this short, lighthearded, almost melodramatic play is not complex but certainly humorous. A handful of delightful performances standout in a production that is not polished, but doesn't need to be... Expand
this short, lighthearded, almost melodramatic play is not complex but certainly humorous. A handful of delightful performances standout in a production that is not polished, but doesn't need to be either. Silly yes, deep, no. Most reactions are over the top, but as long as you know going into this it's fluffy, I think you find it asmuing. Collapse
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