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Picasso at the Lapin Agile

Northside Theatre Company

June 19-July 13, 2008

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This long running Off-Broadway comedy, a 21st century Alice in Wonderland, places Albert Einstein and Pablo Picasso in a Parisian cafe in 1904. The meeting takes place just before Einstein transformed physics with his Theory of Relativity and Picasso set the art world afire with Cubism. A host of other hysterical characters introduce additional flourishes of humor. The final surprise patron to join the merriment at the Lapin Agile is a charismatic, dark-haired singer time warped in from a later era.

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  Dates:
  June 19-July 13, 2008

  Times:
  Thurs-Sat: 8pm
  Sun: 3pm

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  Black Box Theatre

  848 E. William Street San Jose, CA 95116

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  • Event Name: Picasso at the Lapin Agile
    "Surreal? Oh yes."
    Review posted by: Susannah from San Jose, Ca, Jun 20, 2008
    

    This is a great play. Bizarre, surreal, witty, deep, just goofy. The cast is certainly having fun, and except for the occasional pacing issue (an hour and 35 minutes with no intermission is tough)... Expand

    This is a great play. Bizarre, surreal, witty, deep, just goofy. The cast is certainly having fun, and except for the occasional pacing issue (an hour and 35 minutes with no intermission is tough) which are likely to improve with the run and a visual joke here and there that was just trying too hard, this is a solid play. What stuck me most was that having seen, read and even auditioned for this play, several of these characters were interpretations that never even crossed my mind. This is a good thing. This was very much a production outside the box and in the spirit of the conversations the characters have on genius and creativity. You will recognize a large portion of this young but vetern cast and that's always fun, but you should keep an eye out for some of the less well know actors in things to come. Special Kudos to the tight costume design & lighting design. The details made a huge difference, and the little surprises were fun in the initimate space. Collapse

  • Event Name: Picasso at the Lapin Agile
    "Fresh and Funny"
    Review posted by: DigitalChicanery from Campbell, CA, Jun 21, 2008
    

    Having seen other productions of Picasso at various Bay Area theatres, having read the play, and being a huge fan of Steve Martin's work, I had high expectations for Northside's production and I was... Expand

    Having seen other productions of Picasso at various Bay Area theatres, having read the play, and being a huge fan of Steve Martin's work, I had high expectations for Northside's production and I was not disappointed. The cast was top notch and well assigned. Martin's script is fast-paced and witty and the cast was up to the task, keeping a brisk pace without stumbling over their words. I fully intend on going back to Northside with some other friends to experience this production again. Collapse

  • Event Name: Picasso at the Lapin Agile
    "ceaseless entertainment"
    Review posted by: Maryam Sarrafan from san jose, Ca USA, Jun 26, 2008
    

    This is a production for those who dare to have humor and for those that want to be entertained. Not one second went by where I lost my attention to the cast. Each actor allowed him/herself to fall... Expand

    This is a production for those who dare to have humor and for those that want to be entertained. Not one second went by where I lost my attention to the cast. Each actor allowed him/herself to fall into character. The pace was perfect and all facets that make theatre top notch was there. From the directing, to the costume, to the lighting to the organization--I dont think I have seen a better play in years. Collapse

  • Event Name: Picasso at the Lapin Agile
    "A comedy that actually makes you laugh!"
    Review posted by: Victor from San Jose, CA, Jun 29, 2008
    

    A sophisticated comedy sprinkled with Steve Martin's zane, staged quite well! A comedy that actually gets lots of laughs instead of just thinking it should. In this cast with no weak links, naming... Expand

    A sophisticated comedy sprinkled with Steve Martin's zane, staged quite well! A comedy that actually gets lots of laughs instead of just thinking it should. In this cast with no weak links, naming standouts is almost unfair. But traditionally it's okay, so standouts include Ross Harkness (Gaston), Lucinda Dobinson (Germaine), Jason Salazar (Sagot), and Rebecca Wallace in triplicate. Angie Higgins deftly directs a lighter take on the brilliant Martin script, and ensures enough depth and tone that can make you think and tug on a dramatic string or two... If you want to let it. But you can just sit there and laugh. Alot. Easily the best that this patron has seen at Northside, and one of the best in the area this year. Collapse

  • Event Name: Picasso at the Lapin Agile
    "A Standout Northside Production"
    Review posted by: Rich from San Jose, Jul 04, 2008
    

    I've seen many shows at Northside, and this was one of the best. Top-notch entertainment in a small, intimate setting. More than your money's worth!

    I've seen many shows at Northside, and this was one of the best. Top-notch entertainment in a small, intimate setting. More than your money's worth!

  • Event Name: Picasso at the Lapin Agile
    "Media reviews and stories"
    Comment posted by: Richard Hine from Menlo Park, California, Jul 10, 2008
    

    I've posted a story on this play at TheAlmanacOnline.com (http://www.almanacnews.com/news/show_story.php?id=2254) with a a link to your site. There are media reviews on this play. To find them, enter... Expand

    I've posted a story on this play at TheAlmanacOnline.com (http://www.almanacnews.com/news/show_story.php?id=2254) with a a link to your site. There are media reviews on this play. To find them, enter this in Google: agile Rebecca Wallace Collapse

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