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A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum

Smith Center - Ohlone College

July 4-July 12, 2008

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"Tragedy tomorrow, comedy tonight!" Broadway's greatest farce is light, fast-paced, witty, irreverent and one of the funniest musicals ever written – the perfect escape from life's troubles. ...Forum takes comedy back to its roots, combining situations from time-tested, 2000 year old comedies of Roman playwright Plautus with the infectious energy of classic vaudeville. The result is a non-stop laugh-fest in which a crafty slave (Pseudolus) struggles to win the hand of a beautiful but slow-witted courtesan (Philia) for his young master (Hero), in exchange for freedom, by helping his young master woo the girl next door.

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• Ticket Info

  Tickets: Show Only: $10-$30
  Show and Dinner: $20-$40

  Info Phone: 510-659-6031

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• Dates & Times

  Dates:
  July 4-July 12, 2008

  Times:
  Thurs, Fri & Sat:
  Dinner: 7pm
  Show: 8pm

• Venue Info

  Smith Center - Ohlone College

  43600 Mission Boulevard Fremont, CA 94539-0390

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• Parking Info

  The most convenient parking is in lots C, D, and E. It's possible to drop your party off closer to the theatre at Key B, and then return after parking in another lot. You cannot park your car in Key B. Disabled parking is located in lot U above the Smith Center. Parking permits are required all day Monday through Friday, and on Saturday until 5 pm. Permits are $1.50 each and available from vending machines in the parking lots. Season subscribers can buy advance passes from the box office.

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  • Event Name: Miss Saigon
    "Saigon is Hotter than H### !"
    Review posted by: Ben from Hayward, Jul 10, 2007
    

    Excellent show! I saw it last Friday and never thought I would see this one outside & done so well. From the moment you hear the opening helicopter fly over head to last note of the score, this show... Expand

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    Excellent show! I saw it last Friday and never thought I would see this one outside & done so well. From the moment you hear the opening helicopter fly over head to last note of the score, this show is rivoting. It is easy to why the engineer has been touring with show in the past; his timing, movement and character was captivating. The leads were wonderfully played and other standouts include the characters of Chris, Kim, and John, all explored the emotional scale from sentiment to comedy, and you could be laughing or crying depending on the moment of the show. YES - there is a helicopter and it a rather awesome effect. The ensemble sounds great, and has some wonderful movement, but for a moment of constructive criticism "The Morning of the Dragon" could have been clearer. It is the only place where some of the vocals are not heard. This is why they get 4 stars and not 5, but definitely a must see !! Collapse

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  • Event Name: Forbidden Broadway
    "the Broadway performance was very entertaining"
    Comment posted by: Mia from San Jose, CA, Jan 31, 2007
    

    Saw this show in New York - Do not expect a Broadway extravaganza - just some good laughs at some of the most famous shows there...

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    Saw this show in New York - Do not expect a Broadway extravaganza - just some good laughs at some of the most famous shows there...

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  • Event Name: Comedy Sportz
    "Cupertino Comedy Sportz"
    Comment posted by: Josh from Cupertino, CA, 10100 Finch Avenue., Oct 26, 2006
    

    A night of comedy, laughter and also a band will be playing during intermission. Don't miss it!

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    A night of comedy, laughter and also a band will be playing during intermission. Don't miss it!

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