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Organization
Hillbarn Theatre
Hillbarn Theatre is currently the 6th oldest theatre of its kind in the United States. A Bay Area treasure since 1941, Hillbarn is the most historic theatre in San Mateo County. Hillbarn's season offers six stage productions. It also offers the Hillbarn Theatre Conservatory to serve the needs of students ages 8 – 18 in the mid-peninsula area and beyond.
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Contact Info
Hillbarn Theatre
1285 E. Hillsdale Blvd.
Foster City, CA 94404Phone: 650-349-6411
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Member Reviews
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Event Name: Summer Stage 2008 - Damn Yankees
"omg"
Review posted by: Caitiecat1995 from Foster City, CA, Nov 09, 2008
i was in it!!!!!!!!!!!!!
i was in it!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Event Name: The Little Foxes
"money will corrupt..."
Review posted by: Mia from San Jose, CA, Nov 03, 2008
This 1900's drama proves that not many can be immune when money is the subject matter. When the play starts it is a bit vague and you wander what is really wrong with this seamingly idylic family -... Expand
This 1900's drama proves that not many can be immune when money is the subject matter. When the play starts it is a bit vague and you wander what is really wrong with this seamingly idylic family - but everybody's motives and secret hatreds are revealed slowly during the play. The stage was arranged beautifully, the costumes were exquisite, and most of the time everybody had a perfect southern accent (although at times it was either overdone, or lost). "Birdie" was very good, as was "Cal" in his short appearance. "Oscar" seems like a very good actor that started a bit off when we attended, but he got better as the play advanced. Hilbarn is a cozy theatre, and this adds to the charm of the play - when you are able to witness this distorted family at its worst. Collapse
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Event Name: Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt's The Fantasticks
"Pretty Fantastic!"
Review posted by: Betti Sue from San Francisco, Sep 23, 2008
I saw the show on Friday night last week and loved it. The cast is quite good-especially considering that this is Community Theater and the actors and actresses are not paid. They should be. I saw... Expand
I saw the show on Friday night last week and loved it. The cast is quite good-especially considering that this is Community Theater and the actors and actresses are not paid. They should be. I saw 'Fantastics' in NY last year and this production could rival even the New York company I saw. Joe Duffy as director of the play did wonderful job combining realism and fantasy throughout the entire show. There is a lot of rhyming and poetic moments in the play and the cast delivers all of it with ease and beauty. If you haven't seen it yet, go now. It is closing in a week. Collapse
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Event Name: Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt's The Fantasticks
"Amazing voice"
Review posted by: Jana Mendossi from San Fransisco, Sep 15, 2008
I didn't love the show, but it's worth every second to see Loisa played by Arielle Fishman. I kept rereading my program because I couldn't believe she's only 15. Her voice is unforgettable, in the... Expand
I didn't love the show, but it's worth every second to see Loisa played by Arielle Fishman. I kept rereading my program because I couldn't believe she's only 15. Her voice is unforgettable, in the category of Bernadette Peters and her stage presence is captivating. She won't be a local girl for long. Collapse
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Event Name: Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt's The Fantasticks
"It is FANTASTIC!"
Review posted by: Robin S. from Menlo Park, CA, Sep 07, 2008
I have been to Hillbarn many times to see the shows and have seen The Fantasticks seven times in my lifetime. This is the best production I have ever seen (and may be one of the best shows Hillbarn... Expand
I have been to Hillbarn many times to see the shows and have seen The Fantasticks seven times in my lifetime. This is the best production I have ever seen (and may be one of the best shows Hillbarn has ever presented.) If you get the chance, I would suggest ggetting in now to see it. It runs only this month. The cast, like the show, is very diverse and play their parts wonderfully. I have seen almost every show that Director Joe Duffy has worked on in recent years and his direction of this show is precise, cutting, yet very delicate and pays beautiful homage to the original production with added scenic elements and a female mute that is gorgeous. The Girl, played by Arielle Fishman should be on Brroadway. She is amazing in this role and has an amazing voice! Go see the Fantasticks! Collapse
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Event Name: Smokey Joe's Cafe
"Fun for the whole family"
Review posted by: Moira Kently from Foster City, Ca, Dec 22, 2007
My family and I went to go see this show and we were all very entertained. My husband and I were so happy that there was a show that we could bring our children to where they could have fun and we... Expand
My family and I went to go see this show and we were all very entertained. My husband and I were so happy that there was a show that we could bring our children to where they could have fun and we could be entertained. It was particularly fun for me because I remember a lot of the songs. The actors were very good and had a lot of energy. The singing and dancing made this cast of young adults look like true professionals. If you have older parents or younger children this is the perfect show to go see. It will entertain all ages. Collapse
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Event Name: Smokey Joe's Cafe
"Amazing Talent, See it Twice, I did!"
Review posted by: Molly G from San Jose, Dec 22, 2007
This is a really great show with a lot of very talented actors, singers and dancers. It was a solid cast who kept me fixated on their performances the whole show and I say "GO See Smokey Joes Cafe!"... Expand
This is a really great show with a lot of very talented actors, singers and dancers. It was a solid cast who kept me fixated on their performances the whole show and I say "GO See Smokey Joes Cafe!" Courtney Iventosch's "Falling" is sweetly sung and moving, Victoria Morgan's "Don Juan" is sassy and shows that she's a power house blowing you away, Cassie Blake's "Hound Dog" is fun and engaging, Erin Sjostrom's "Pearls a singer"is perfect for her look and rockin' voice, David Martin serenade's us with "Spanish Harlem", Gary Stanford, Jr. is a riot during Little Egypt (one of my favorite songs of the night) Justin Torres blows the audience away with his rock'n'roll voice in "Jailhouse Rock", Kevin Stanford brings the audience to tears with his comedic "Treat Me Nice" and the band was great. Overall, I was, again so impressed the first time I saw it, that I had to go see the show again. I recommend that if you love Great theatre,...GO SEE THIS SHOW! Trust me, you wont be disappointed. Collapse
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Event Name: Smokey Joe's Cafe
"Excellence and High Energy!"
Review posted by: Scarlet from San Bruno, CA USA, Dec 12, 2007
I went to see this performance last Saturday nite and was I ever surprised at the quality of the performers! Excellent vocals and the choeographed numbers were so entertaining. Footwork was fast and... Expand
I went to see this performance last Saturday nite and was I ever surprised at the quality of the performers! Excellent vocals and the choeographed numbers were so entertaining. Footwork was fast and exceptional. I'm hard to please but this show did it! The singing is great and the comedy is funny. Several "OUTSTANDING" performers. Go see it for yourself! LOVED IT! Collapse
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Event Name: I Hate Hamlet
"Great fun"
Review posted by: Ann from San Mateo, Oct 29, 2007
This is a very funny play with a strong cast all around. Beautiful set.
This is a very funny play with a strong cast all around. Beautiful set.
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Event Name: The Music Man
"Take your family to see The Music Man!"
Review posted by: Adena from san mateo, May 05, 2007
Hillbarn's The Music Man is one of those shows that really is just perfect for a family outing. It has a lot of splash and pizazz, humor, and a bunch of charming little kids in it to boot. The... Expand
Hillbarn's The Music Man is one of those shows that really is just perfect for a family outing. It has a lot of splash and pizazz, humor, and a bunch of charming little kids in it to boot. The show isn\'t perfect, of course. It is too bad that pre-recorded music is used for the whole production because some of the flashy dance numbers could use an added boost of live music booming from instruments as opposed to speakers. Still, it\'s one of the better productions of The Music Man that I\'ve seen thus far. Highlights of the play include Mindy Lym\'s Marian and her stunning voice, choreography by the always-impressive Joe Duffy, and the enthusiastic ensemble for bringing life to their small Iowa town on stage. *disclaimer: as a Bay Area performer and director, I know some of the people involved in the cast and crew of this production. Collapse
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