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Theatre
Arclight One Act Festival
April 15-April 18, 2010
Arclight Rep Theatre is proud to present a collection of original one act plays by playwrights from throughout Northern California and the Bay Area. An eclectic mix of humorous and dramatic styles, these brief plays will leave a lasting impression.
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Ticket Info
Tickets: $15-$25
Info Phone: 408-287-7664
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Dates & Times
Dates:
April 15-April 18, 2010Times:
Thurs-Sat: 8pm
Sun: 2pm -
Venue Info
510 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: Persimmons in Winter - World Premiere
"Not just another story.."
Review posted by: Gen from San Jose, CA, Feb 18, 2010
This production of Arclight Rep is like nothing I've ever seen before. It was moving and funny and it made you think. The singing by Melissa Locsin is entertaining and Brian Rivera really shows two... Expand
This production of Arclight Rep is like nothing I've ever seen before. It was moving and funny and it made you think. The singing by Melissa Locsin is entertaining and Brian Rivera really shows two sides of the same character. I recommend a person from any background to come see it. You learn specifics to Korean background, but I think it applies to just about any immigrant story. This is a Must See! Collapse
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Event Name: Persimmons in Winter - World Premiere
"Arclight Premiere"
Review posted by: theater patron from Sunnyvale from sunnyvale ca, Feb 18, 2010
Amazing acting by Esperanza Catubig and Melissa Locsin. They move seemlessly from young girls in Korea to aging women in the United States. The show is longer then I would have liked but I am not sure... Expand
Amazing acting by Esperanza Catubig and Melissa Locsin. They move seemlessly from young girls in Korea to aging women in the United States. The show is longer then I would have liked but I am not sure what I would have cut out. This was my introduction to Arclight and it certainly will not be my last. Collapse
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Event Name: Persimmons in Winter - World Premiere
"Amazing Show, Great Performances"
Review posted by: Mike from Sunnyvale, CA, Feb 16, 2010
I have mostly enjoyed Arclight's productions, and this one stands out as one of their best. The actors (especially the woman playing Soon) are great. The way they have to transform into different... Expand
I have mostly enjoyed Arclight's productions, and this one stands out as one of their best. The actors (especially the woman playing Soon) are great. The way they have to transform into different characters works very well because of their talent. The start of the second act is hilarious. I highly recommend this show to everyone! Collapse
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Event Name: Persimmons in Winter - World Premiere
"World premier of epic play"
Review posted by: Jackson Davis from San Jose, Feb 15, 2010
Spent my Valentine's Day afternoon seeing world premiere of Persimmons in Winter by Vivian Sung Soon Keh, and I fell in love. I'd never seen something by Arclight Rep here in San Jose before but won't... Expand
Spent my Valentine's Day afternoon seeing world premiere of Persimmons in Winter by Vivian Sung Soon Keh, and I fell in love. I'd never seen something by Arclight Rep here in San Jose before but won't miss anything in the future. This story about two Korean sisters who relocated to LA spans the Japanese occupation of Korea, the civil war that divided the country and the sisters assimilation into U.S. The dynamite seven-member acting ensemble play several parts, and the two sisters are portrayed by actresses that transform back and forth from young girls to women in their twilight years. This theater company takes its constraints and turns them into theatrical gold. My fellow San Joseans, go see this while you can. It will make you think you are living in an actual city with something original to show for itself. Collapse
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Event Name: Persimmons in Winter - World Premiere
"Less is More"
Review posted by: A Middle-Aged White Guy from San Jose, CA, Feb 15, 2010
I enjoyed this show...Would have loved it if it were 30 minutes shorter. Acting was very good - two lead women were great. The play is episodic, moving back and forth through time. The actresses'... Expand
I enjoyed this show...Would have loved it if it were 30 minutes shorter. Acting was very good - two lead women were great. The play is episodic, moving back and forth through time. The actresses' ability to age and "unage" was impressive. The direction like the play could have been a lot tighter. Example: no need for distracting slides and poetry on screen behind the scenes...And curtain call was way too long. Still, there were some moving moments and interesting stories about the Korean-American immigrant experience. I'd recommend it, especially to Asian-Americans. Collapse
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Event Name: A Midsummer Night's Dream
"$50 Way too much for this company"
Comment posted by: Liz from Gilroy, Feb 03, 2010
Saw their Midsummer... and, other than a couple of professional actors that musta been brought in as ringers, it was a confusing amateur mess. Sets seemed to be made out of paper. Costumes looked like... Expand
Saw their Midsummer... and, other than a couple of professional actors that musta been brought in as ringers, it was a confusing amateur mess. Sets seemed to be made out of paper. Costumes looked like cheap shiny Halloween stuff mixed with touches of Vegas. Shakespeare's text was changed to include strange words that sounded like Star Trek. Several cast members appeared never to have been onstage before. They trusted the major role of Puck to a hammy high school girl. Need I say more? $50 they must be dreaming. Collapse
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Event Name: A Midsummer Night's Dream
"Very Well Done..."
Review posted by: Dance for Life from San Jose, CA, Jun 26, 2009
This Mayan-inspired rendition of the Shakespeare classic was beautifully done and brilliantly conceived. I wasn't too sure going in there, but for a really intimate, and what looks like a newly... Expand
This Mayan-inspired rendition of the Shakespeare classic was beautifully done and brilliantly conceived. I wasn't too sure going in there, but for a really intimate, and what looks like a newly refurbished theatre, I tip my hat to David Koppel for the conception of the show and use of space. While I usually agree with the reviews of SJ Mercury News writer, Colin Seymour, especially with regards to the male cast in the show (Daniel Norsberg, William Edwards, Rob Snedegar, and Mark Gelineau were absolutely outstanding), I was really suprised and disheartened in his review of the actresses. Brittany Mignano, in my opinion, was brilliant in her portrayal of the meddling and hissing Puck, while the "urbane grace" of Tania, was, in my opinion, forced, and brings new meaning to the term, "cougar”, and not in a good way. However, that said, for a show the length of a Bible, it was really well-done. A must-see for theatre geeks or Shakespeare fanatics. Collapse
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Event Name: Shakespeare on the Square Festival
"Fun Night"
Review posted by: Dan from Palo Alto, CA, Jun 17, 2009
I really enjoyed Midsummer. I liked the concepts (especially the "ushmals"). This is a good show, and I recommend it highly.
I really enjoyed Midsummer. I liked the concepts (especially the "ushmals"). This is a good show, and I recommend it highly.
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Event Name: Shakespeare on the Square Festival
"Another great effort by Arclight"
Review posted by: Mike from Sunnyvale, CA, Jun 13, 2009
Midsummer is another great effort by Arclight. The show is reset in Piste and carries a Mayan theme. Director David Koppel has done a great job of utilizing a very difficult space. The actors are very... Expand
Midsummer is another great effort by Arclight. The show is reset in Piste and carries a Mayan theme. Director David Koppel has done a great job of utilizing a very difficult space. The actors are very good - with standout performances by Puck and Bottom (though the lion made me laugh, too). Tania and Oberon are given to a bit of overacting at times, but it did not distract from the overall enjoyment of the show. I highly recommend this show and suggest you see it early in the run. There are great dinner choices walking distance to the theater before the show, and good places to hang out after. Collapse
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Event Name: Twelfth Night
"excellent"
Review posted by: Catty from Mountain View, CA, Jun 19, 2008
Being a new Shakes fan after seeing Macbeth in NY recently, I really enjoyed this performance of 12 Night. My fave was Malvolio, the clown, Toby, and Anthony.
Being a new Shakes fan after seeing Macbeth in NY recently, I really enjoyed this performance of 12 Night. My fave was Malvolio, the clown, Toby, and Anthony.
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