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Crystal Springs Players

In 1993, a number of members from the Crystal Springs United Methodist Church in San Mateo decided that they wanted to put on plays for the community. Having little idea of the effort, time and commitment necessary to pull off this bold idea, they blithely started on their way. With a generous grant from the Peninsula United Methodist Foundation, they, at least, had a secure financial base for their first show. Despite many mistakes, they managed to not only actually put on two short plays, but more importantly, became bitten with the theater bug. They were hooked.

The company now produces two full productions per year. Their plays have included You Can't Take It With You, I Remember Mama, The Shadow Box, Godspell, A Piece of My Heart, The Boys Next Door, California Suite, Many Moons, The Solid Gold Cadillac, and Twelve Angry Jurors.

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  Crystal Springs Players

  2145 Bunker Hill Drive
  San Mateo, CA 94402

  Phone: 650-345-2381

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  • Event Name: The Mousetrap
    "Crystal Springs Players makes community theater worthwhile"
    Review posted by: Mr. Reluctant from Redwood City, CA, Mar 21, 2009
    

    My wife has been dragging me to community theater productions for about 10 years now. this is the first time I've felt like going back to see a production. The Crystal Springs Players just rocked... Expand

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    My wife has been dragging me to community theater productions for about 10 years now. this is the first time I've felt like going back to see a production. The Crystal Springs Players just rocked Mousetrap. Collapse

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  • Event Name: Nunsense
    "Tony"
    Review posted by: Tony Serrano from South San Francisco Ca., Mar 03, 2008
    

    I have the prevlige of working with this cast, and I must say I am very impressed with there talent, and timing. A very fun and cute show!

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    I have the prevlige of working with this cast, and I must say I am very impressed with there talent, and timing. A very fun and cute show!

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  • Event Name: The Bible - The Complete Word of God, Abridged
    "Great Show - Highly Recommend It!"
    Review posted by: Ed Moore from San Carlos, Nov 06, 2007
    

    Preview show was amazingly funny, smart, and witty. Lots of laughs. Kudos to the cast, director and crew! I plan to come back again for another good time!

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    Preview show was amazingly funny, smart, and witty. Lots of laughs. Kudos to the cast, director and crew! I plan to come back again for another good time!

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  • Event Name: Godspell
    "Moving and funny"
    Review posted by: Kimberley from San Mateo, CA, USA, Apr 06, 2007
    

    It is a whole bunch of fun, plus the timing is perfect wiht the religious holidays that are around the period of the run.

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    It is a whole bunch of fun, plus the timing is perfect wiht the religious holidays that are around the period of the run.

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  • Event Name: Godspell
    "A very nice production of Godspell"
    Review posted by: Jon Rosen from Scotts Valley, CA, Mar 26, 2007
    

    For the record, Godspell isn't one of my top 10 musicals (Stephen Schwartz doesn't make my top 10 at all :-) ) That said, this Godspell, done by a local group at Crystal Springs United Methodist... Expand

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    For the record, Godspell isn't one of my top 10 musicals (Stephen Schwartz doesn't make my top 10 at all :-) ) That said, this Godspell, done by a local group at Crystal Springs United Methodist Church in San Mateo is remarkably good, especially for the ticket price of $10-18. SF actor Steven Slatten in the role of Jesus has a marvelous voice and great acting talent, moving from whimsy to seriousness with ease. Performing kudos also to Mark Drumm as Judas, Beth Covey who also choreographs and Joy Eaton who is CSP’s artistic director. Adena DeMonte does a terrific staging job for her first directorial effort, and Chris Tani’s lighting proves that a good designer can do wonders with almost no equipment. The combo (aptly named The Dead Sea Trolls) led by Martuni's standout pianist Ben Prince provides nice music for the show. If you are looking for a reasonably priced way to introduce your family or kids to musical theater, you could hardly do better than to try this one. Collapse

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  • Event Name: This Blood's For You
    "Andrew Shaw was terrific in the role of Charlie."
    Review posted by: Donna from San Leandro, CA USA, Mar 29, 2006
    

    I saw this play last Sunday evening. What a shame it is not in a bigger theatre in a busy part of town. Andrew Shaw gave a wonderful performance as Charlie. This is a play that leaves the audience... Expand

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    I saw this play last Sunday evening. What a shame it is not in a bigger theatre in a busy part of town. Andrew Shaw gave a wonderful performance as Charlie. This is a play that leaves the audience with much to think about..... Collapse

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• Past Events

  03/12/10- 03/20/10	The Foreigner Crystal Springs Theater
  11/13/09- 11/21/09	The Laramie Project Crystal Springs Theater
  10/12/09	The Laramie Project - 10 Years Later, An Epilogue Crystal Springs Theater
  03/20/09- 03/28/09	The Mousetrap Crystal Springs Theater
  12/13/08- 12/14/08	Christmas in the Oak Grove Crystal Springs United Methodist Church
  11/19/08- 11/22/08	California Suite Crystal Springs Theater
  02/29/08- 03/15/08	Nunsense Crystal Springs Theater
  02/02/08	Broadway: Now & Forever! Crystal Springs Theater
  12/15/07- 12/16/07	Christmas in the Meadow Crystal Springs United Methodist Church
  11/09/07- 11/17/07	The Bible - The Complete Word of God, Abridged Crystal Springs Theater
  09/22/07- 09/23/07	Letters from the Front Crystal Springs Theater
  09/07/07- 09/09/07	Fat is a 4-Letter Word Crystal Springs Theater
  03/23/07- 04/07/07	Godspell Crystal Springs Theater
  11/10/06- 11/18/06	Tender Lies Crystal Springs Theater
  07/28/06- 08/05/06	Life, Love, & Aftermath Crystal Springs Theater
  03/24/06- 04/01/06	This Blood's For You Crystal Springs Theater
  11/04/05- 11/13/05	Funny Money Crystal Springs Theater
  03/11/05- 03/19/05	Tainted Justice Crystal Springs United Methodist Church
  05/01/04	Chitresh Das Youth Company Performace/Kathak Master Class
  03/19/04- 03/27/04	The Boys Next Door Crystal Springs United Methodist Church