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The Book of Liz

Renegade Theatre Experiment

September 5-September 20, 2008

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Sister Elizabeth Donderstock is Squeamish, has been her whole life. She makes cheese balls (traditional and smoky) that sustain the existence of her entire religious community, Clusterhaven. However, she feels unappreciated among her Squeamish brethren, and she decides to try her luck in the outside world. Along the way, she meets a Cockney-speaking Ukrainian immigrant couple who find her a job waiting tables at Plymouth Crock, a family restaurant run almost entirely by recovering alcoholics. The alcoholics love her. The customers love her. Her Danderfrock fits right in. Things are going great for Liz, until she's offered a promotion to manager. Unfortunately, Liz has a sweating problem, and to get the job, she'll have to fix it.

Meanwhile, back at Clusterhaven, Liz's compatriots just can't seem to duplicate her cheese ball recipe, and it's going to cost them their quaint, cloistered lifestyle. They are panic-stricken and desperate, and sure she sabotaged the recipe. Does Liz go through with the operation? Can the Squeamish be saved? Will the cheese balls ever taste good again?

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  Dates:
  September 5-September 20, 2008

  Times:
  Thurs-Sat: 8pm
  Sun: 2pm

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  Historic Hoover Theater

  1635 Park Avenue San Jose, CA 95126

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  The Primary Parking lot for the Historic Hoover Theater is located on the Southeast side of campus at Park Avenue and Sandringham Way. Alternate parking may be found at the lot located on the Southwest side of campus on Naglee Avenue. Parking is free of charge.

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  • Event Name: The Book of Liz
    "THE GRASS ISN'T ALWAYS GREENER"
    Review posted by: Los Gatos Bill from Los Gatos, Sep 17, 2008
    

    Quirky and edgy comedy which explores one's beliefs in an age where everyone is trying to be the same. The casting is a bit uneven, particularly when characters actually play multiple roles to fill... Expand

    Quirky and edgy comedy which explores one's beliefs in an age where everyone is trying to be the same. The casting is a bit uneven, particularly when characters actually play multiple roles to fill out the story. However the perspiring Sister Liz will grasp you and demonstrate what can happen as she holds onto her beliefs and shares her friendship and compassion with those whose lives she touches. A fun evening of daring theatre you won't find just anywhere; thanks RTE for providing us with an entertaining and thought provocking theatre option. Collapse

  • Event Name: The Book of Liz
    "A Great Eye opener"
    Review posted by: Sunil Jayaram from San Jose, CA, Sep 10, 2008
    

    It was my first non-musical 'live' show and has been a great eye opener which will make me pay close attention to new non-musicals playing in town. We enjoyed every minute of the play. The... Expand

    It was my first non-musical 'live' show and has been a great eye opener which will make me pay close attention to new non-musicals playing in town. We enjoyed every minute of the play. The comedy which was strewn all over the play and the fantastic dialogue delivery of the actors made every embedded comedy chime with the viewers. All the actors (especially Liz (my wifes favorite) & the cheese maker guy (Nathan?)) were a natural fit and they became the part they played. awesome work guys! keep going! Collapse

  • Event Name: The Book of Liz
    "Very Gouda!"
    Review posted by: Susannah from San Jose. CA, Sep 08, 2008
    

    Lots of chuckles, and impressive set, script and acting in this show. Renegade is definately back. The creative double casting, quick costume changes, and cohesive direction makes this one of... Expand

    Lots of chuckles, and impressive set, script and acting in this show. Renegade is definately back. The creative double casting, quick costume changes, and cohesive direction makes this one of Renegade's best. I'm glad they are back and I look forward to their upcoming quirky off the wall productions based on the solid work seen in Bookof Liz. A great selection and great execution. Collapse

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