Theatre is alive in the Bay Area. Not only does Palo Alto have many options, but also not far is San Jose, which is also full of viable options.
San Jose Repertory Theatre shows current, beautiful shows. Their seasons consist of 7 shows. For the last two years, this has included Rick Lombardo's, the artistic director, adaptation of The Christmas Carol. The actors are consistently superb. The house is a comfortable size where the view is great from almost any seat.
To make theatre more accessible they offer a number of events and discounts.
Seniors; people who are 65 years and over, teachers, ASL, and military members receive $6 off their tickets. Students generously receive 50% off their tickets. Out N' About night saves $10 off a scheduled day of the performance.
Pay What You Will night is an opportunity for everyone to buy tickets at what they can afford, with the suggested price of $10 a ticket, to the mainstage show. It is the first public showing of the play. Usually it is on a Thursday before opening night unless it falls on a holiday. The Rep sees this as a way to share theatre with anyone who would like to come. They only ask to have people use social media after to share their reviews of the show. It is a fantastic, unique way to see a show.
Currently, Next to Normal is a Tony and Pulitzer Prize winning musical that is running until February 3, 2013. It is co-produced with the Arizona Theatre Company. It is a remarkable show about a mother who is dealing with her growing mental illness, how the medical society treats mental illness, and how the woman's family copes. It is a touching, hilariously truthful story told by brilliant actors.
So, if you live in Palo Alto you can take a short drive (or Cal Train) to San Jose and experience world class theatre.
If you have any questions about living in Palo Alto please feel free to contact me.
Marcy Moyer
www.marcymoyer.com
marcy@marcymoyer.com
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650-619-9285
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