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Theatre
Chekhov in Yalta
Dragon Productions Theatre Company
September 21-October 14, 2007
Avg. Event Rating (4.6 Stars):
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Los Angeles Drama Critics Award for Distinguished Playwrighting and an American Theatre Critics Citation. "A truly Chekhovian comedy filled with wit, style, and passion." L.A. Star News
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Ticket Info
Tickets: $10-$21.50
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Dates & Times
Dates:
September 21-October 14, 2007Times:
Thurs-Sat: 8pm
Sun: 2pm -
Venue Info
535 Alma Street Palo Alto, CA 94301
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Locations
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Parking Info
Free street after 3pm and nearby lot parking available. Parking garage is three doors down.
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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 website or call the venue to verify the information.
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Member Reviews
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"Closes this weekend...Go see!!!"
Review posted by: Dale from Castro Valley, Mar 08, 2008
Once it got past a slow start (and overcame some challenges from a very bizarre audience) this show picks up an amazing amount of emotional steam. Don't miss Pat Tyler and Josh Sigal in performances... Expand
Once it got past a slow start (and overcame some challenges from a very bizarre audience) this show picks up an amazing amount of emotional steam. Don't miss Pat Tyler and Josh Sigal in performances that will blow you away (standouts in a uniformally good cast). I am writing this at midnight on Friday in the hopes it will be posted before the show closes on Sunday so that must tell you something. I was very pleasantly suprised! Collapse
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"Very Enjoyable!"
Review posted by: Susannah from San Jose, CA, Nov 09, 2007
Comic timing, a solid script, a wonderful depth to each character, and another fantastic set makes this a really wonderful, laugh out loud, edge of your seat dark comedy. It starts right in with witty... Expand
Comic timing, a solid script, a wonderful depth to each character, and another fantastic set makes this a really wonderful, laugh out loud, edge of your seat dark comedy. It starts right in with witty and realistic banter and through the course of this short, 1 1/2 hour production you really get to know these 3 women. Hard to do, but done so well. They really rose to the challenge. So refreshing to see a well rounded show from beginning to end. Collapse
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"This Smells Great!"
Review posted by: Bob from Castro Valley, CA, Nov 04, 2007
This was a great evening of black comedy. After the first 5 minutes, you might think you know what kind of play it is...it isn't that play...it's even better. ALL of the performances are GREAT. This... Expand
This was a great evening of black comedy. After the first 5 minutes, you might think you know what kind of play it is...it isn't that play...it's even better. ALL of the performances are GREAT. This is truly a CANNOT miss show. Collapse
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"Life or Death in the Suburbs"
Review posted by: Sara K. from Mountain View, CA USA, Nov 03, 2007
What can I say? This show was a breath of fresh air in what was a very long week for me. I refuse to spoil anything, since many of the seemingly insignificent plot details manifest into twists, but I... Expand
What can I say? This show was a breath of fresh air in what was a very long week for me. I refuse to spoil anything, since many of the seemingly insignificent plot details manifest into twists, but I don't think anyone will find it boring. I especially enjoyed Laura Jane Bailey's performance. This show pulls no punches, and forces you to either cheer on or condemn the wives, and by extension to look at the forces which brought them to this point. Collapse
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"A Killer Show!"
Review posted by: Rich from Palo Alto, Nov 03, 2007
What a great show! Put three extremely talented actresses -Laura Jane Bailey, Shannon Stowe, and Meredith Hagedorn - together with a bitingly witty script, and you have a thoroughly entertaining night... Expand
What a great show! Put three extremely talented actresses -Laura Jane Bailey, Shannon Stowe, and Meredith Hagedorn - together with a bitingly witty script, and you have a thoroughly entertaining night of theatre. If you like to laugh, don't miss this one! Collapse
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"Quite poor!"
Comment posted by: gladys weston from Redwood City, Ca, Aug 19, 2007
Just returned from the Dragon Theatre in Palo Alto after seeing "Juvie". It hardly should be classified as a play. It is a 45 minute "seed". It has possibilities but has a long way to go to further... Expand
Just returned from the Dragon Theatre in Palo Alto after seeing "Juvie". It hardly should be classified as a play. It is a 45 minute "seed". It has possibilities but has a long way to go to further develop these seeds. In addition, the cooling system used by the theatre was a punishment - it was freezing and blowing no end for our 45 minutes in the theatre. Guess we are lucky that today's performance was the end of this run. Collapse
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"blew us away"
Review posted by: haras from portola valley,ca, Aug 18, 2007
wow- what a pleasant surprise! extremely talented cast, accessible material, very polished production, they didn't miss a beat!
wow- what a pleasant surprise! extremely talented cast, accessible material, very polished production, they didn't miss a beat!
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"Talented Cast"
Review posted by: Linda from San Jose, CA USA, Aug 02, 2007
Interesting characters brought to life by a talented cast. Kudos to the Director. The Intermission takes away from the drama.
Interesting characters brought to life by a talented cast. Kudos to the Director. The Intermission takes away from the drama.
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"Suppress Creativity & Die"
Review posted by: Sleeper from Washington DC, Nov 30, 1999
Although Alexa receives the most attention with this play (and Ms. Davidson IS divine) the real power comes with the self exploration the audience will undergo long after enjoying the event,... Expand
Although Alexa receives the most attention with this play (and Ms. Davidson IS divine) the real power comes with the self exploration the audience will undergo long after enjoying the event, especially those that have creative inklings. Fame has become the ruling fetish in modern society and Evan Wyler (played spot-on by Cole Smith) feels first hand what the hunger for fame can do to one's soul. Evan and Michael (Kevin Copps is tremendous in this role enjoying some of the best lines regarding truth in art) are the true stars in this presentation as they both struggle with how to eat and pay rent yet be true to their artistic vision. The entire cast is strong and although the setting is sparse the cubes work well in the confined yet comfortable theater. Hats off to Dragon Productions for producing this fine play. If you're ready to take the journey, this fine collection of actors will give you plenty of food for thought that will last well after the "curtain" goes down! Collapse
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"Completely entertained!"
Review posted by: Barbara Smith from Greenville, South Carolina, Jun 11, 2007
In spite of the uncomfortable heat, I was completely engaged with the cast and with the story...surprised when it was intermission!! First time in this theater - I loved the intimate feeling... Expand
In spite of the uncomfortable heat, I was completely engaged with the cast and with the story...surprised when it was intermission!! First time in this theater - I loved the intimate feeling because of the size - thank you and thanks to each member of the cast! Collapse
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