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By David John Chávez January 30, 2013January 31, 2013

San Jose Rep’s ‘Normal’ a sharply intense production

Diana wants to make sandwiches. Lots and lots of sandwiches. She also wants to have sex with her husband. Lots and lots of sex. To know Diana is to believe … Continue reading San Jose Rep’s ‘Normal’ a sharply intense production

By David John Chávez December 31, 2012December 31, 2012

The Drama Guy’s top 10 of ’12

I’ve been pretty damn blessed to see lots of great theatre this past year. And while lots of it was excellent, some was okay, and a few shows were downright … Continue reading The Drama Guy’s top 10 of ’12

By David John Chávez December 20, 2012December 20, 2012

Review: San Jose Rep’s ‘A Christmas Carol’ a reminder of what’s important

There is special warmth in a beautifully executed Christmas song. And that is how San Jose Repertory Theatre’s “A Christmas Carol” starts off. Tight harmonies and period costumes are quite … Continue reading Review: San Jose Rep’s ‘A Christmas Carol’ a reminder of what’s important

By David John Chávez July 4, 2012July 4, 2012

Review: ‘Bill W. and Dr. Bob’ a marvelous story of two pioneers

Bill W. and Dr. Bob

Bill W. (Ray Chambers) and Dr. Bob (Robert Sicular) share their stories of pain and suffering as fellow alcoholics in San Jose Rep’s newest West Coast premiere. (photo by Kevin Berne)