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Theatre
I Am My Own Wife
February 11-March 8, 2009
Avg. Event Rating (4.6 Stars):
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I Am My Own Wife is the miraculous and fascinating true story of Charlotte von Mahlsdorf, who survived the Nazis and then Communism behind the Berlin Wall. When the wall came down and the West walked in, Charlotte was still standing. Her incredible life story, told in her own words to the playwright through a series of interviews, is also about what dark secrets she chooses not to tell, and how it colors Wright's efforts to chronicle her amazing life. The end result, says is a story that is both moving and intellectually absorbing [and] quite powerfully makes the case for storytelling in our lives.
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Ticket Info
Tickets: $20-$45
Info Phone: 408-283-7142
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Dates & Times
Dates:
February 11-March 8, 2009Times:
Wed & Thurs: 7:30pm
Fri & Sat: 8pm
Sun: 2pm -
Venue Info
490 S. 1st Street San Jose, CA 95113
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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 official website or call the venue to verify the information.
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Member Reviews
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Event Name: Rock 'N Roll
"More Politics then Rock and Roll"
Review posted by: theater patron from Sunnyvale from sunnyvale ca, Feb 18, 2010
Strong performances particularly by Jonathan Rhys Willams as Jan and Ayla Yarkut as Eleanor. I highly recommend you check out a study guide at the website if available or arrive early enough to read... Expand
Strong performances particularly by Jonathan Rhys Willams as Jan and Ayla Yarkut as Eleanor. I highly recommend you check out a study guide at the website if available or arrive early enough to read the program. I don't mean to discourage attendance, just that you will get more out of the production if you are more informed. Collapse
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Event Name: Rock 'N Roll
"Use of tobbacco"
Comment posted by: RL from San Jose, Feb 17, 2010
Unfortunately cigarettes are smoked in this production! Very disappointed. We found this especially troublesome sitting near the front. Have asked them to consider using something less toxic as is... Expand
Unfortunately cigarettes are smoked in this production! Very disappointed. We found this especially troublesome sitting near the front. Have asked them to consider using something less toxic as is done at other theaters. Collapse
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Event Name: Rock 'N Roll
"Quintessential Stoppard"
Review posted by: Susannah from San Jose, CA, Feb 16, 2010
Don't let this title fool you, come in well rested, well studied, and fresh if you want to follow this 2 1/2 hour romp through 22 years of political history. I have a feeling this was a very good... Expand
Don't let this title fool you, come in well rested, well studied, and fresh if you want to follow this 2 1/2 hour romp through 22 years of political history. I have a feeling this was a very good production of a play I understood almost none of. I can't fault the actors, productions, tech or anything other than I just felt I wasn't prepared for this piece. Excellent program notes would have helped to read before, as there is little exposition, and we are thrust into a political discussion. This is not a script that takes the intelligence of its audience for granted, dumbing down nothing! I found the personal relationships, minor subplots to be what I clung on to when the high IQ topic flew right over my head. The music "scores" the piece and doesn't seem nearly as key to the plot as the title might suggest. Go, but go VERY prepared for a high intellect evening. Collapse
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Event Name: The Seafarer
"The Seafarer - a unique holiday show"
Review posted by: Oscar from Campbell, CA, Dec 18, 2009
A fantastic show. The actors blew me away with their performances and the show, while not the usual holiday fare, is touching and endearing. Another wonderful show from San Jose Stage.
A fantastic show. The actors blew me away with their performances and the show, while not the usual holiday fare, is touching and endearing. Another wonderful show from San Jose Stage.
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Event Name: The Seafarer
"'Seafarer' a nice way to warm up Christmas (w/out whisky)"
Review posted by: Tim Brauhn from San Jose, CA USA, Dec 11, 2009
San Jose Stage Company's "The Seafarer" left me craving a few fingers of whiskey. Normally that's a bad thing. Here it was welcome. Seafarer is a tight, crisp and funny production. It kept me glued... Expand
San Jose Stage Company's "The Seafarer" left me craving a few fingers of whiskey. Normally that's a bad thing. Here it was welcome. Seafarer is a tight, crisp and funny production. It kept me glued in and never let me go. It's that rare play that combines some pretty huge ideas like heaven and hell but still manages to transition back to crude language and alcoholism without missing a beat. Well worth the visit - congratulations to the cast and director. Collapse
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Event Name: The Seafarer
"Intimate Theater, with great cast and performances"
Review posted by: Keith Taylor from Mountain View, Dec 09, 2009
OK, yes, I love live theater. San Jose Stage's theater is small, intimate, and produces innovative performances - Seafarer was one not to miss. See it! (or anything at SJ Stage.)
OK, yes, I love live theater. San Jose Stage's theater is small, intimate, and produces innovative performances - Seafarer was one not to miss. See it! (or anything at SJ Stage.)
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Event Name: The Seafarer
"Great experience"
Review posted by: L. Wrightsman from San Jose, Ca , Dec 09, 2009
This was our first time at the San Jose Stage Company. We enjoyed the intimate atmosphere and comfortable arrangement of the seating. We chose the play on a whim, not really knowing what to expect,... Expand
This was our first time at the San Jose Stage Company. We enjoyed the intimate atmosphere and comfortable arrangement of the seating. We chose the play on a whim, not really knowing what to expect, and were pleasantly surprised at the quality of the presentation. We enjoyed the actors and the story very much. We've attended plays around the country from high end Broadway to community theater and find ourselves gravitating to the smaller companies. We always appreciate finding another outstanding playhouse. We will return for other offerings. Collapse
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Event Name: The Seafarer
"Were they Irish?"
Comment posted by: John G. Daly from San Jose CA, Dec 03, 2009
I have always felt that if you can't get a group of actors to speak the accent well and consistently then maybe you should forgo the accents altogether.
I have always felt that if you can't get a group of actors to speak the accent well and consistently then maybe you should forgo the accents altogether.
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Event Name: The Seafarer
"Great Surprise"
Review posted by: Josh from San Jose, Dec 01, 2009
I don't usually like Christmas plays because so many of them are all the same, predictable. This play at San Jose Stage Co. is a surprisingly different approach to the Christmas season, but still has... Expand
I don't usually like Christmas plays because so many of them are all the same, predictable. This play at San Jose Stage Co. is a surprisingly different approach to the Christmas season, but still has something to say and leaves you with a positive feeling at the end. The actors are really believable (especially "Richard" and "Mr. Lockheart") and the whole thing was very well directed. I would recommend this to anyone who likes theater but is tired of the usual Christmas stories. Collapse
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Event Name: The Seafarer
"The Seafarer"
Review posted by: Laurie from calif, Nov 26, 2009
Excellent play Don't miss this one!
Excellent play Don't miss this one!
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