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Organization
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.
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Contact Info
Bus Barn Stage Company
97 Hillview Avenue
Los Altos, CA 94022Phone: 650-941-0551
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Current Events
09/04/08-
10/04/08Breaking Up Is Hard to Do
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Upcoming Events
11/20/08-
12/20/08Season's Greetings
Bus Barn Theater01/29/09-
02/21/09Bus Stop
Bus Barn Theater04/09/09-
05/02/09Breaking the Code
Bus Barn Theater05/21/09-
06/13/09Leading Ladies
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Member Reviews
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Event Name: The Importance Of Being Earnest
"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
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
"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!
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
"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!!!
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
"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
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
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
"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
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
"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
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
"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
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
"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
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
"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
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-
06/21/08The Importance Of Being Earnest
Bus Barn Theater04/10/08-
05/03/08The Complete Works Of Shakespeare Abridged
Bus Barn Theater03/01/08 Welsa Whitfield & Mike Greensil
Bus Barn Theater01/31/08-
02/23/08The Real Thing
Bus Barn Theater11/29/07-
12/22/07The Last Night Of Ballyhoo
Bus Barn Theater09/06/07-
10/06/07A Chorus Line
Bus Barn Theater08/11/07-
08/18/07Tango La Melodia
Bus Barn Theater08/03/07-
08/05/07Late Night Catechism
Bus Barn Theater05/24/07-
06/23/07A Year with Frog and Toad
Bus Barn Theater04/12/07-
05/05/07Enchanted April
Bus Barn Theater03/02/07 An Intimate Evening With Wesla Whitfield
Bus Barn Theater02/01/07-
02/24/07A Midsummer Night's Dream
Bus Barn Theater01/15/07-
01/20/07Busfest!
01/09/07 An Evening with Four Shillings Short
Bus Barn Theater11/16/06-
12/16/06Mrs. Bob Cratchit's Wild Christmas Binge
Bus Barn Theater09/06/06-
09/30/06Tick, Tick....Boom!
Bus Barn Theater07/27/06-
07/30/06Still in the Game
Bus Barn Theater07/20/06-
07/22/06Red House
Bus Barn Theater07/13/06-
07/15/06An Evening of Shorts
Bus Barn Theater07/06/06-
07/08/06Moscow, Utah
Bus Barn Theater05/18/06-
06/10/06John & Jen
Bus Barn Theater03/23/06-
04/15/06Expecting Isabel
Bus Barn Theater01/19/06-
02/11/06Over the Tavern
Bus Barn Theater11/17/05-
12/17/05Romance in D
Bus Barn Theater09/08/05-
10/01/05Aida
Bus Barn Theater07/28/05-
07/31/05Young Billy
Bus Barn Theater07/21/05-
07/23/05Into the Wake of the Moon
Bus Barn Theater07/07/05-
07/16/05Working for the Mouse
Bus Barn Theater05/19/05-
06/18/05The World Goes 'Round
Bus Barn Theater03/18/05-
04/16/05Picasso at the Lapin Agile
Bus Barn Theater01/14/05-
02/12/05Forever Plaid
Bus Barn Theater11/18/04-
12/18/04Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol
Bus Barn Theater09/09/04-
10/09/04Wit
Bus Barn Theater08/07/04-
08/22/04Shakespeare in the Park
Shoup Park07/08/04-
08/07/04Are We Almost There?
Bus Barn Theater05/20/04-
06/19/04Pierre and Marie
Bus Barn Theater03/18/04-
04/17/04The Goodbye Girl
Bus Barn Theater01/15/04-
02/14/04The Winter's Tale
Bus Barn Theater11/20/03-
12/20/03Inspecting Carol
Bus Barn Theater09/11/03-
10/18/03Dinner with Friends
Bus Barn Theater07/10/03-
08/09/03Arms and the Man
Bus Barn Theater05/22/03-
06/21/03The Secret Garden
Bus Barn Theater03/20/03-
04/19/03Terra Nova
Bus Barn Theater01/16/03-
02/15/03Grace & Glorie
Bus Barn Theater11/21/02-
12/21/02Joyful Noise
Bus Barn Theater09/13/02-
10/19/02The Laramie Project
Bus Barn Theater05/23/02-
06/22/02Cabaret
Bus Barn Theater03/21/02-
04/20/02The Heidi Chronicles
Bus Barn Theater01/17/02-
02/16/02A Streetcar Named Desire
Bus Barn Theater11/29/01-
12/30/01A Christmas Carol
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