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Dead Man Walking

City Lights Theater Company

January 21-February 21, 2010

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Acting as spiritual advisor for Matthew Poncelet, a rapist and murderer condemned to death, Sister Helen Prejean finds herself drawn into a struggle to save not only his life, but his soul. As the killer's time grows short, Sister Helen realizes that there is only one way she can free him - by making him face the truth of what happened the night his victims died. Tim Robbins' gripping adaption of the Academy Award-winning film, courtesy of the Dead Man Walking School Theatre Project, forces us to reconsider what justice really looks like, and what it means to find redemption.

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  Dates:
  January 21-February 21, 2010

  Times:
  Thurs-Sat: 8pm
  Sun: 2pm or 7pm

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  City Lights Theater

  529 S. 2nd Street San Jose, CA 95112

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  • Event Name: Smoke - A One-Woman Cabaret Performed by Lori Rivera
    "Excellent Entertainment"
    Review posted by: Tim from Capitola, CA (Santa Cruz), Feb 24, 2010
    

    It's rare to find a one person show that combines great singing, an original score, compelling acting, with fine musicians.I've seen the show three times and will be there for more. I've recommended... Expand

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    It's rare to find a one person show that combines great singing, an original score, compelling acting, with fine musicians.I've seen the show three times and will be there for more. I've recommended this show to many friends and all were pleased. Collapse

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  • Event Name: Another Night Before Christmas
    "A pre-Christmas holiday delight."
    Comment posted by: Kathy and Gary Falk from Estes Park, Colorado, USA, Dec 12, 2009
    

    First off, the City Lights provided a perfect venue for this 2 person stage production. We drove 1,100 miles to see Lisa N. and it was worth every mile. Karol Elliot, you performed a spectacular show... Expand

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    First off, the City Lights provided a perfect venue for this 2 person stage production. We drove 1,100 miles to see Lisa N. and it was worth every mile. Karol Elliot, you performed a spectacular show ( even with a sore throat). And to top the evening off, we were able to appreciate "Santa". who was so REAL. Sitting in the 2nd row provided wonderful opportunities to see and feel the emotions & hear the music of the evening. The message & the music were delightful to us. Bottom line, my husband and I would have loved to see the production more than once. It tapped into our magical childhood thinking...and that was a a while back. A huge "thanks to everyone' in the production. Keep up the super direction of your theater company. Collapse

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  • Event Name: Another Night Before Christmas
    "Very enjoyable"
    Review posted by: Andy from San Jose, CA, Dec 10, 2009
    

    Different twist on the "traditional" Christmas themes. Overall a lot of fun.

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    Different twist on the "traditional" Christmas themes. Overall a lot of fun.

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  • Event Name: Another Night Before Christmas
    "Good production, blah material"
    Review posted by: CB from San Jose, Dec 03, 2009
    

    I thought this production was well done and that the performances were good, particularly the man who played Homeless Santa. The staging was a little repetitive, but other than that, I think this... Expand

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    I thought this production was well done and that the performances were good, particularly the man who played Homeless Santa. The staging was a little repetitive, but other than that, I think this company did good work. I just don't know why they chose this script. It seems pretty weak, and while there were a few moments that were genuinely touching, it was pretty uneven. The jokes seemed dated and flat, and the songs were forgettable. I thought is was cute enough, but nothing really more than cute and I was ready for it to be over about 30 minutes before it was. Collapse

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  • Event Name: Another Night Before Christmas
    "Delightful Christmas story"
    Review posted by: Judy and Pete from Durango, CO, Nov 27, 2009
    

    Thoroughly enjoyed the play. It is the old story set in today's time. Lisa-Marie and Michael did a terrific job. When Lisa-Marie comes out in her red dress, and Michael comes out in the Santa suit,... Expand

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    Thoroughly enjoyed the play. It is the old story set in today's time. Lisa-Marie and Michael did a terrific job. When Lisa-Marie comes out in her red dress, and Michael comes out in the Santa suit, the play really tells its story. Collapse

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  • Event Name: The Last Days of Judas Iscariot
    "Outstanding Performance"
    Review posted by: KNickell from Fremont, CA USA, Oct 17, 2009
    

    We were blown away. What a fantastic presentation! All the actors were right on. We especially enjoyed John Romano. His timing was perfect. Thank you all for a wonderful evening.

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    We were blown away. What a fantastic presentation! All the actors were right on. We especially enjoyed John Romano. His timing was perfect. Thank you all for a wonderful evening.

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  • Event Name: The Last Days of Judas Iscariot
    "Great acting"
    Review posted by: KH from San Jose, CA, Oct 15, 2009
    

    Very different story and interesting, nice twist with the funny bits too. Well done, such good acting.

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    Very different story and interesting, nice twist with the funny bits too. Well done, such good acting.

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  • Event Name: The Last Days of Judas Iscariot
    "Thought-Provoking Theatre"
    Review posted by: Stefan Fisher from Valley of Heart's Delight, CA, Oct 07, 2009
    

    City Lights has done it again with this wonderful production. You will be moved, entertained and made to think. Go see this show.

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    City Lights has done it again with this wonderful production. You will be moved, entertained and made to think. Go see this show.

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  • Event Name: The Last Days of Judas Iscariot
    "Excellent evening of entertainment"
    Review posted by: Randy Cross from San Jose, CA, Oct 01, 2009
    

    I am a season subscriber to City Lights because I have always found their productions to be first rate. This is certainly true for "The Last Days of Judas Iscariot". As you would expect, this is a... Expand

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    I am a season subscriber to City Lights because I have always found their productions to be first rate. This is certainly true for "The Last Days of Judas Iscariot". As you would expect, this is a courtroom drama with some excellent unexpected comedy scenes. This production has a large cast composed of very talented actors each creating believable complete characters. All of the major characters were extremely well portrayed including Judas, Jesus, St. Matthew, Mother Teresa, Sigmund Freud, the Judge and Baliff. Special recogntion should be given to John Romano (as a hilarious prosecuter), Alika Ululani Spencer (as a sexy and very competent defence attourney), Jake Vincent (as a mob-boss-like Pontius Pilate), and Jeff Clarke (as a delightfully wicked Satan). In short, plan to attend this play - you won't be disappointed. Collapse

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  • Event Name: The Last Days of Judas Iscariot
    "Provoking"
    Review posted by: SBG from Menlo Park, Sep 26, 2009
    

    I was stunned by the overall talent and endurance of this cast. The actor(Romano)and actress(Alika) playing the lawyers have created engaging and entertaining characters that are on stage most of... Expand

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    I was stunned by the overall talent and endurance of this cast. The actor(Romano)and actress(Alika) playing the lawyers have created engaging and entertaining characters that are on stage most of the show! What focus and strength! Jeff Clark as Satan and Jake Vincent as Pontius Pilot absolutely knocked my socks off; spontaneous and honest they were definite stand outs--along with Vera Sloan that opens the show with a lovely, heart wrenching monologue. It's a treat to see her play such a role after seeing her in THE THREE MUSKATEERS; this actress can definitely do it all. Issac as Judas was a treat as well; his last scene with Jesus(the actor playing Jesus was spectacular) was riveting and moving. Be sure to look out for Jake Van Tuyl, Angel Ordaz, and Ken Boswell in smaller roles. They almost steal the show with their endearing characters. Ken Boswell in particular was simply amazing; his performance beautiful, straightforward, and real. Bravo Kit Wilder and CLTC! Collapse

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