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    Bus Barn Stage Company

    BusBarn Stage Company is a professionally managed, community based theatre company serving Los Altos, and the greater South Bay community. The mission of BusBarn Stage Company is to engage the community and the artists in a shared experience of intimate, professional-quality theatre.

    • Contact Info

      Bus Barn Stage Company

      97 Hillview Avenue
      Los Altos, CA 94022

      Phone: 650-941-0551

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    • Current Events
      09/04/08-
      10/04/08 
      Breaking Up Is Hard to Do
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    • Upcoming Events
      11/20/08-
      12/20/08 
      Season's Greetings
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      01/29/09-
      02/21/09 
      Bus Stop
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      04/09/09-
      05/02/09 
      Breaking the Code
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      05/21/09-
      06/13/09 
      Leading Ladies
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    • Member Reviews
      • Event Name: The Importance Of Being Earnest
        3 out of 5 stars rating "Wilde Wit"
        Review posted by: Susannah from San Jose, CA, Jun 10, 2008

        Having seen this show many times I didn't have too many expectations as to anything surprising, but this is a fun and somewhat unique production. The style is definately a bit over the top and... Expand

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        Having seen this show many times I didn't have too many expectations as to anything surprising, but this is a fun and somewhat unique production. The style is definately a bit over the top and sterotypical, but it serves the comical talents of the actors and amuses the audience. It was slow in places and rushed in others, but overall enjoyable. Collapse

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      • Event Name: The Complete Works Of Shakespeare Abridged
        4 out of 5 stars rating "They are crazy!"
        Review posted by: Mary from Mountain View, CA USA, Apr 12, 2008

        I have never seen such a crazy comedy with the works of shakespeare! I could'nt help laughing all the time!

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        I have never seen such a crazy comedy with the works of shakespeare! I could'nt help laughing all the time!

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      • Event Name: Late Night Catechism
        5 out of 5 stars rating "Best show i've seen in years"
        Review posted by: Kathy Cleary from Saratoga, Calif, Mar 13, 2008

        This show was fantastic. It is appropriate for all ages and religions. I thought that my non-catholic friends might not understand the humor but i was wrong. it was great!!!

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        This show was fantastic. It is appropriate for all ages and religions. I thought that my non-catholic friends might not understand the humor but i was wrong. it was great!!!

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      • Event Name: The Real Thing
        2.5 out of 5 stars rating "Polite Chuckles"
        Review posted by: Susannah from San Jose, CA, Feb 16, 2008

        Not Stoppards best play, not Bus Barn's best productions and whether and off night or just the casting, not the best performances of these actors who I have seen before and admire greatly. Timing was... Expand

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        Not Stoppards best play, not Bus Barn's best productions and whether and off night or just the casting, not the best performances of these actors who I have seen before and admire greatly. Timing was off, topic was over the heads of most of the audience and there was no applause between scenes as well as a lot fewer people after intermission. Interesting how easy it is to miss the mark with talent abounding. Collapse

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      • Event Name: The Real Thing
        "PA Daily Review"
        Comment posted by: W Donaldson from Portola Valley, Feb 10, 2008

        3 1/2 stars http://www.paloaltodailynews.com/article/2008-2-8-real-thing

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        3 1/2 stars http://www.paloaltodailynews.com/article/2008-2-8-real-thing

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      • Event Name: The Last Night Of Ballyhoo
        4.5 out of 5 stars rating "Delightful Holiday Production!"
        Review posted by: Sam from Bay Area, Dec 16, 2007

        I'm surprised that no one else has submitted a review of this delightful little production. The show takes a fairly sensitive theme and does a good job balancing it with plenty of lighter comical... Expand

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        I'm surprised that no one else has submitted a review of this delightful little production. The show takes a fairly sensitive theme and does a good job balancing it with plenty of lighter comical moments. There were certainly many laugh out loud moments. The cast is, for the most part, superb, showing a true commitment to embracing their character roles. The set is lovely, reminiscent of one you might see at the taping of a television sitcom. This is one of the better productions I've seen all year. A great pick for the holiday season! Collapse

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      • Event Name: A Chorus Line
        4 out of 5 stars rating "A Wonderful Evening!"
        Review posted by: Sara K. from Mountain View, Sep 27, 2007

        I'm not a fan of musicals, but I really enjoyed this show. I really liked how you could tell a lot about the characters just by the way they walked onto the stage. Sheila is especially strong in this... Expand

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        I'm not a fan of musicals, but I really enjoyed this show. I really liked how you could tell a lot about the characters just by the way they walked onto the stage. Sheila is especially strong in this regard because her character lends itself to it, but I felt it cast-wide. The songs are very good too, of course. I've had the finale stuck in my head all morning - in a good way. The performances were uneven, but everybody in the cast gave at least a decent performance. I personally was hoping for some more dances, since I knew this was a show about dancers, and I'm more of a dance than a music fan, but that's just me. Overall, I think most people will enjoy this show, just like I did. Collapse

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      • Event Name: A Chorus Line
        4.5 out of 5 stars rating "Wonderful moments"
        Review posted by: Reviewer in Practice from San Jose, CA, Sep 16, 2007

        Like most of the Chorus Line shows I've seen, the casting is somewhat uneven. Some members are spot on, others appropriately in community theater. But there are some wonderful moments in this show and... Expand

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        Like most of the Chorus Line shows I've seen, the casting is somewhat uneven. Some members are spot on, others appropriately in community theater. But there are some wonderful moments in this show and some strong performances. Cassie (Corrie Lynn Borris), Sheila (Kirsten E Gerding) and Maggie (Briann Gagnon) stand out with great stage presence and voices. There is a beautiful moment when many different phrases are being sung simultaneously and a clear, strong voice (Maggie) rises above the din with a message to her mother. Absolutely breathtaking. Unfortunately, "Dance 10, Looks 3" isn't quite the showstopper it's been in other renditions I've seen, but this actress has, if not the voice, then the attitude to make up for it adequately. Bobby (Paul Bolton) has the spot-on look and practiced smile of the "Hollywood wannabe". Very funny. All in all, a very good show and fun to watch. I can see why it's selling out - I recommend it. Collapse

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      • Event Name: A Chorus Line
        3.5 out of 5 stars rating "Quite a sensation"
        Review posted by: Susannah from San Jose, CA, Sep 06, 2007

        Having never seen a live production of this, I have to say it really is something you have to see. The movie and the songs are great but there is no beating being there. The emotions of each of these... Expand

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        Having never seen a live production of this, I have to say it really is something you have to see. The movie and the songs are great but there is no beating being there. The emotions of each of these actors is just something you have to witness up close and live, espcially if you are in the performing arts. You just can't help but feel for these talented artists. Even their opening preview was nearly flawless. This is a good time. They keep the dancers cool with the air conditioning so bring a sweater. Collapse

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      • Event Name: A Year with Frog and Toad
        4.5 out of 5 stars rating "Delightful!"
        Review posted by: Clara from San Carlos CA, Jun 07, 2007

        This show is fun for all ages, including several of the best stories from the Frog & Toad books. Clever songs help bring the scenes to life. (Snail in particular steals his scenes with his song about... Expand

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        This show is fun for all ages, including several of the best stories from the Frog & Toad books. Clever songs help bring the scenes to life. (Snail in particular steals his scenes with his song about delivering mail.) Frog has lively energy that sets off Toad's more cautious demeanor. Their chemistry makes the friendship clear and believable. Their world is brought to life by a bevy of colorful characters including a delightfully haughty Turtle, a neurotic Mouse, and a vivid flashback to an adorable Young Frog and his operatic parents. Don't miss it! (Also, enjoy the cookies at intermission.) Collapse

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    • Past Events
      05/22/08-
      06/21/08 
      The Importance Of Being Earnest
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      04/10/08-
      05/03/08 
      The Complete Works Of Shakespeare Abridged
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      03/01/08  Welsa Whitfield & Mike Greensil
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      01/31/08-
      02/23/08 
      The Real Thing
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      11/29/07-
      12/22/07 
      The Last Night Of Ballyhoo
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      09/06/07-
      10/06/07 
      A Chorus Line
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      08/11/07-
      08/18/07 
      Tango La Melodia
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      08/03/07-
      08/05/07 
      Late Night Catechism
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      05/24/07-
      06/23/07 
      A Year with Frog and Toad
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      04/12/07-
      05/05/07 
      Enchanted April
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      03/02/07  An Intimate Evening With Wesla Whitfield
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      02/01/07-
      02/24/07 
      A Midsummer Night's Dream
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      01/15/07-
      01/20/07 
      Busfest!
      01/09/07  An Evening with Four Shillings Short
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      11/16/06-
      12/16/06 
      Mrs. Bob Cratchit's Wild Christmas Binge
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      09/06/06-
      09/30/06 
      Tick, Tick....Boom!
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      07/27/06-
      07/30/06 
      Still in the Game
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      07/20/06-
      07/22/06 
      Red House
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      07/13/06-
      07/15/06 
      An Evening of Shorts
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      07/06/06-
      07/08/06 
      Moscow, Utah
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      05/18/06-
      06/10/06 
      John & Jen
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      03/23/06-
      04/15/06 
      Expecting Isabel
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      01/19/06-
      02/11/06 
      Over the Tavern
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      11/17/05-
      12/17/05 
      Romance in D
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      09/08/05-
      10/01/05 
      Aida
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      07/28/05-
      07/31/05 
      Young Billy
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      07/21/05-
      07/23/05 
      Into the Wake of the Moon
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      07/07/05-
      07/16/05 
      Working for the Mouse
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      05/19/05-
      06/18/05 
      The World Goes 'Round
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      03/18/05-
      04/16/05 
      Picasso at the Lapin Agile
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      01/14/05-
      02/12/05 
      Forever Plaid
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      11/18/04-
      12/18/04 
      Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol
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      09/09/04-
      10/09/04 
      Wit
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      08/07/04-
      08/22/04 
      Shakespeare in the Park
      Shoup Park
      07/08/04-
      08/07/04 
      Are We Almost There?
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      05/20/04-
      06/19/04 
      Pierre and Marie
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      03/18/04-
      04/17/04 
      The Goodbye Girl
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      01/15/04-
      02/14/04 
      The Winter's Tale
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      11/20/03-
      12/20/03 
      Inspecting Carol
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      09/11/03-
      10/18/03 
      Dinner with Friends
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      07/10/03-
      08/09/03 
      Arms and the Man
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      05/22/03-
      06/21/03 
      The Secret Garden
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      03/20/03-
      04/19/03 
      Terra Nova
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      01/16/03-
      02/15/03 
      Grace & Glorie
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      11/21/02-
      12/21/02 
      Joyful Noise
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      09/13/02-
      10/19/02 
      The Laramie Project
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      05/23/02-
      06/22/02 
      Cabaret
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      03/21/02-
      04/20/02 
      The Heidi Chronicles
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      01/17/02-
      02/16/02 
      A Streetcar Named Desire
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      11/29/01-
      12/30/01 
      A Christmas Carol