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Theatre
Man of La Mancha
May 17-June 7, 2008
Avg. Event Rating (4.6 Stars):
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Man of La Mancha is a remarkable show and one of the great theater successes of our time. This play-within-a-play, loosely based on the novel "Don Quixote", is a poignant story of a dying old man whose impossible dream takes over his mind. It’s All The Same, Dulcinea, I’m Only Thinking of Him, The Impossible Dream, I Really Like Him, and Little Bird remain in your thoughts and in your soul well after you see the show. His dream is Everyman’s dream. His tilting at windmills is Everyman’s great adventure. Somehow, the footlights disappear, time is telescoped and the “Man of La Mancha” speaks for humankind. Man of La Mancha is a remarkable show and one of the great theater successes of our time. This play-within-a-play, loosely based on the novel “Don Quixote”, is a poignant story of a dying old man whose impossible dream takes over his mind. It’s All The Same, Dulcinea, I’m Only Thinking of Him, The Impossible Dream, I Really Like Him, and Little Bird remain in your thoughts and in your soul well after you see the show. His dream is Everyman’s dream. His tilting at windmills is Everyman’s great adventure. Somehow, the footlights disappear, time is telescoped and the “Man of La Mancha” speaks for humankind.
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Ticket Info
Tickets: $18-$28
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Dates & Times
Dates:
May 17-June 7, 2008Times:
Thurs-Sat: 8pm
Sun: 2:30pm -
Venue Info
13777 Fruitvale Ave. Saratoga, CA 95070
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Accessibility Info
- Wheelchair Access
- Assisted Listening System
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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: Out of My Trunk, Out of My Mind, 3-D
"A Smorgasbord of Talent"
Review posted by: Dianne C. from San Jose, Jul 26, 2008
I went to this wonderful revue not knowing just what to expect. It was a relaxed and fun evening of a wide variety of songs which I had never heard. The talented cast was definitely having fun and... Expand
I went to this wonderful revue not knowing just what to expect. It was a relaxed and fun evening of a wide variety of songs which I had never heard. The talented cast was definitely having fun and it was nice to see the actual composer onstage as the host. There was everything from silly and hysterically funny songs, to some very serious works that will hopefully be produced in their entirety. The evening moved quickly and was very entertaining. The crowd wasn't very large but they enjoyed it, too. There are some songs here you probably won't see anywhere else, so I recommend going to hear not just the songs but the great singers, too! Collapse
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Event Name: Out of My Trunk, Out of My Mind, 3-D
"2 Shows only - Don't Miss!"
Comment posted by: Marilyn from Santa Clara, CA, Jul 25, 2008
As this is only for 2 shows (Fri & Sun), there's not much time for audience reviews. I've had the privilege of seeing the rehearsals and it promises to be a truly entertaining evening of very talented... Expand
As this is only for 2 shows (Fri & Sun), there's not much time for audience reviews. I've had the privilege of seeing the rehearsals and it promises to be a truly entertaining evening of very talented performers for Ted's wonderfully witty and often touching songs. New songs as well as favorites from the past are included. This is likely Geri's final performance before moving to the east coast - another reason to not miss this! Collapse
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Event Name: The Will Rogers Follies
"wheelchair and companion"
Comment posted by: charles cobb from santa clara, ca, Jun 30, 2008
too bad you sell the companion seat for a wheelchair person to a total stranger leaving the wheelchair person at the mercy of some weirdo while the companion has to sit somewhere else. we can see will... Expand
too bad you sell the companion seat for a wheelchair person to a total stranger leaving the wheelchair person at the mercy of some weirdo while the companion has to sit somewhere else. we can see will rogers follies and anything else at many other theatres and we do. chas Collapse
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Event Name: The 1940's Radio Hour
"What a treat!"
Review posted by: Harold Johns from Sunnyvale, Feb 10, 2008
What a treat this show was. The set is exactly as you would imagine a run-down radio studio to look like. The costumes were true to the 40's, even the ushers were costumed and selling cookies and... Expand
What a treat this show was. The set is exactly as you would imagine a run-down radio studio to look like. The costumes were true to the 40's, even the ushers were costumed and selling cookies and water in the audience. Even the background music playing on the radio on stage was from the 40's. At one point you can even hear the announcer mention New Year's Eve. A real plus was to be able to hear and understand everything. When I see shows from the other group in this theater everything seems muffled and hard to understand. Don't miss this one! Collapse
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Event Name: The 1940's Radio Hour
"Thoroughly Enjoyable"
Review posted by: AnneMarie from San Jose, CA USA, Feb 09, 2008
This is one of my favorite shows. I saw it the first time when the Rep did it and I've seen one other local production. I've enjoyed them all but this was my favorite. I'm not certain why except it... Expand
This is one of my favorite shows. I saw it the first time when the Rep did it and I've seen one other local production. I've enjoyed them all but this was my favorite. I'm not certain why except it was a thorougly enjoyable experience. I'd have a hard time choosing which number or which cast member I thought was the best because I loved them all. It was a wonderful evening! Thank you! Collapse
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Event Name: The 1940's Radio Hour
"Great show! Great Cast! Great time!"
Review posted by: Jeff M Newsom from Los Gatos, CA, Feb 08, 2008
Everything about this show was terrific! It was a great experience and different from any musical theater my wife or I have ever seen. Besides the great 40's music, I especially enjoyed all of the... Expand
Everything about this show was terrific! It was a great experience and different from any musical theater my wife or I have ever seen. Besides the great 40's music, I especially enjoyed all of the relationships between the cast that were taking place as the show progressed. Especially enjoyable was Nicholas Adams as the young delivery boy/would be star and Tim Reynolds as the wanna be crooner. We felt as if we had taken a time machine to the 40's. This is a must see! Collapse
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Event Name: The 1940's Radio Hour
"Not your typical musical, but definitely well worth seeing!"
Review posted by: Brad Wetmore from Sunnyvale, CA, Feb 08, 2008
The whole format was so different from most shows. Without giving anything away, I would really recommend getting there at least 20 minutes early to really get the whole effect. Don't completely bury... Expand
The whole format was so different from most shows. Without giving anything away, I would really recommend getting there at least 20 minutes early to really get the whole effect. Don't completely bury yourself in your program until "curtain", be sure to watch what's going on around you. I'm already looking forward to next season. Collapse
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Event Name: The 1940's Radio Hour
"Who is"
Review posted by: Marcus from San Jose, CA, Feb 08, 2008
I guess this is one of the bad things about anonymous reviews-- one person with a very harsh review can start to lower the overall rating of a fantastic show! What roles are "miscast"? I loved... Expand
I guess this is one of the bad things about anonymous reviews-- one person with a very harsh review can start to lower the overall rating of a fantastic show! What roles are "miscast"? I loved the cast, as did everyone around me the night I saw the show. I've seen every SDG production for the past 10 years, and this is absolutely one of the finest. I wish I could rate it 10 stars to bring it back up to the high score it deserves! Collapse
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Event Name: The 1940's Radio Hour
"Who are the people writing these reviews?"
Review posted by: Gregory from Cupertino, CA, Feb 07, 2008
Don't believe these shills! I saw this show on Friday and it one of SDG's weaker efforts. The biggest problem is that so many of the roles are miscast. Even the scenery is ugly, which is unusual for... Expand
Don't believe these shills! I saw this show on Friday and it one of SDG's weaker efforts. The biggest problem is that so many of the roles are miscast. Even the scenery is ugly, which is unusual for SDG. Collapse
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Event Name: The 1940's Radio Hour
"5 Stars Not Enough"
Review posted by: Taps for Fun from San Jose, Feb 03, 2008
On a scale of 1 to 5, this is a 10 star show. It was exellent in every way. I especially enjoyed the choreograpby and the dancing.
On a scale of 1 to 5, this is a 10 star show. It was exellent in every way. I especially enjoyed the choreograpby and the dancing.
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