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REVIEW – Miss Saigon – Palo Alto Players

Miss Saigon is a show that for any production team is, at its core, the very definition of ambitious. It’s a big show, not just logistically, physically and technically, but emotionally. It’s freaking huge. The stakes at every moment are … Continue reading

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REVIEW – Betrayal – Only Connect Theatre

Admittedly, the topic of infidelity and adultery are at the very bottom of my like list. There’s no baggage there (you don’t need to read into that statement), there’s no logical reason really for my overly negative feelings toward these … Continue reading

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REVIEW – Stones in his Pockets – Dragon Productions Theatre Company

There’s a prevailing self-deprecating humor that tends to resonate in certain cultures that have had a particularly rough go at it. A history of political or religious turmoil, extreme socioeconomic challenges, even just harsh weather can bring out a unique survival … Continue reading

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REVIEW – Sister Cities – Dragon Productions Theatre

When I read the script of Sister Cities several months ago, I was moved to tears. For your own frame of reference, this is not a common response for me. The number of times I’ve cried at the theatre can be counted on one … Continue reading

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