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Theatre
Northanger Abbey
May 16-June 8, 2008
Avg. Event Rating (4.7 Stars):
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The sublime Miss Austen's first novel dishes up incisive social satire along with a hilarious spoof of the Gothic novel (the horror fiction of its time). This witty, enchanting work comes to life onstage in a new dramatization by the Pear's Artistic Director.
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Ticket Info
Tickets: $15-$25
Info Phone: 650-254-1148
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Dates & Times
Dates:
May 16-June 8, 2008Times:
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: 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: 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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Event Name: Three Tall Women
"Three Tall Women is excellent"
Review posted by: kh from Mountain View CA, Nov 04, 2007
This is a wonderful play, we saw it on Nov 2nd and all 4 of us really enjoyed it. The Pear is a tiny theater but their productions are top notch. We are subscribers and have to say this was one of our... Expand
This is a wonderful play, we saw it on Nov 2nd and all 4 of us really enjoyed it. The Pear is a tiny theater but their productions are top notch. We are subscribers and have to say this was one of our favorites. Note, it is open seating so get there 20 minutes early. Collapse
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Event Name: Three Sisters
"Excellent"
Review posted by: Ray Renati from Palo Alto, CA, Sep 28, 2007
Fantastic, fantastic, fantastic. This is how Chekov is supposed to be done: tragic, comically tragic, and subtle. Everything about the acting in this show is superb.
Fantastic, fantastic, fantastic. This is how Chekov is supposed to be done: tragic, comically tragic, and subtle. Everything about the acting in this show is superb.
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Event Name: Three Sisters
"Only two hours long"
Comment posted by: Jeanie Forte from Mt. View, CA, Sep 10, 2007
Thanks viewers for all the lovely reviews-- just one correction: the show runs only two hours, plus one ten-minute intermission. Still time to go out afterwards for dessert or a drink!
Thanks viewers for all the lovely reviews-- just one correction: the show runs only two hours, plus one ten-minute intermission. Still time to go out afterwards for dessert or a drink!
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Event Name: Three Sisters
"Three sister's"
Review posted by: Theatre lover from San Francisco, CA, Sep 10, 2007
The Pear Thetre has done it again! Its current production of Chekov's "Three Sisters" is a marvelous and compelling re-staging of this much- loved classic. If you see only one play this year, see this... Expand
The Pear Thetre has done it again! Its current production of Chekov's "Three Sisters" is a marvelous and compelling re-staging of this much- loved classic. If you see only one play this year, see this one - it won't disappoint. Guided by Craig Lucas' luminous new translation, and directed by the visionary directorial talent of Jeanie Forte (Forte's directing is truly gifted; she's at the top among the Bay Area's elite directors), this rendering of "Three Sisters" was spell-binding from start to finish. The Pear's gloriously intimate space is a perfect venue to bring forward the subtle depth and richness of Chekov's characters - including small moments of intimacy that ordinarily get overlooked in larger venues. If you want to experience Chekov in a way that few have have an opportunity to, and feel touched by genius, see this play. Collapse
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