Chekhov Comedic One-Acts and IMPROV at the Rep

Seaside Rep Theatre · 2007-05-29T19:49:13.000Z

[B][IMG]http://www.seasiderep.org/i/season/2007/chekov.jpg[/IMG][/B] [B][B][COLOR=#000000]The Other Chekhov: an Evening of Light Entertainment from an Otherwise Gloomy Russian Genius [/COLOR][/B][/B] [B] Wednesday, June 6 - Saturday, June 9 Meeting Hall Theatre at 7:30 PM [/B] An Evening With Chekhov spotlights three unmistakable comedies. The first, "The Proposal," is a courtship between two neighbors, who cannot stop bickering about property lines, hunting dogs, and other problems long enough to plan the nuptials. The second, "The Bear," pits an irritable creditor against a young widow, culminating in pistols and romance. The final piece, "The Dangers of Tobacco," starts as a lecture on the perils of smoking, then disintegrates into a bitter complaint by a henpecked husband. Directed by Bruce Collier Call 850.231.0733 or[URL="https://www.choicesecure01.net/mainapp/eventschedule.aspx?clientID=srep&group=rep"] > Click Here to Buy Tickets[/URL] [IMG]http://seasiderep.org/i/season/2007/bcf.jpg[/IMG] [B] Wednesdays & Thursdays, June 6-July 19 Seaside Meeting Hall Theatr[B]e at 10pm[/B] [/B] Improv Comedy returns to the Rep stage after a one-year layoff with the Basic Character Flaws. The Flaws create hilarious characters in absurd situations. Offering a variety of comedy styles influenced by anything from the Simpsons to Monty Python to the Office, the Flaws have something for everyone. Without resorting to vulgar, shock comedy, the goal is for the audience to come to a show and escape from the real world and just have a great time. [URL="https://www.choicesecure01.net/mainapp/eventschedule.aspx?clientID=srep&group=rep"]> Buy Tickets for the Flaws Now![/URL]

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May 29, '07 · 2:49 PM4,3951

The Other Chekhov: an Evening of Light Entertainment from an Otherwise Gloomy Russian Genius

Wednesday, June 6 - Saturday, June 9
Meeting Hall Theatre at 7:30 PM

An Evening With Chekhov spotlights three unmistakable comedies. The first, "The Proposal," is a courtship between two neighbors, who cannot stop bickering about property lines, hunting dogs, and other problems long enough to plan the nuptials. The second, "The Bear," pits an irritable creditor against a young widow, culminating in pistols and romance. The final piece, "The Dangers of Tobacco," starts as a lecture on the perils of smoking, then disintegrates into a bitter complaint by a henpecked husband.

Directed by Bruce Collier
Call 850.231.0733 or > Click Here to Buy Tickets

Wednesdays & Thursdays, June 6-July 19
Seaside Meeting Hall Theatre at 10pm

Improv Comedy returns to the Rep stage after a one-year layoff with the Basic Character Flaws. The Flaws create hilarious characters in absurd situations. Offering a variety of comedy styles influenced by anything from the Simpsons to Monty Python to the Office, the Flaws have something for everyone. Without resorting to vulgar, shock comedy, the goal is for the audience to come to a show and escape from the real world and just have a great time.

> Buy Tickets for the Flaws Now!

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Jennifer Steele Jennifer Steele avatar

Jennifer SteeleBeach Fanatic2282 Scenic 30A West1,472 postsJoined Jun 13, '05View profile MessageBeach Fanatic

Jun 4, '07 · 1:10 PM#2

Bump - these shows open Wednesday.

Also, Beauty and the Beast plays tonight in Seaside at 7:30pm.

GraysonDaveGraysonDaveBeach Comber33 postsJoined May 13, '07View profile MessageBeach Comber

Jun 5, '07 · 3:57 PM#3

I couldn't find a way to buy tix for the Basic Character Flaws at the link provided. Am I doing something wrong?

Also, has anybody on the forum seen this performance? Recommended?

Jennifer Steele Jennifer Steele avatar

Jennifer SteeleBeach Fanatic2282 Scenic 30A West1,472 postsJoined Jun 13, '05View profile MessageBeach Fanatic

Jun 6, '07 · 7:58 AM#4

I couldn't find a way to buy tix for the Basic Character Flaws at the link provided. Am I doing something wrong?

Also, has anybody on the forum seen this performance? Recommended?

GraysonDave - Sorry about not being able to purchase Flaws tickets online. That will be remedied shortly. If you want to purchase tickets in the mean time, you may call 850.231.0733.

I hope others will pipe in to talk about the Flaws. I'm biased, but I think they are a pretty talented and hilarious group. I love their shows.

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Smiling JOeSoWal Expert31,643 postsJoined Nov 18, '04View profile MessageSoWal Expert

Jun 6, '07 · 9:09 AM#5

I couldn't find a way to buy tix for the Basic Character Flaws at the link provided. Am I doing something wrong?

Also, has anybody on the forum seen this performance? Recommended?

I have not yet seen the Flaws, but they are on my list. I personally know two of them, and they are about the funniest people I know. Be careful if you have lunch with them. If you are drinking Pepsi, it really burns when it comes out your nose, as you hold in your laugh.

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potatovixenBeach FanaticPCB1,218 postsJoined Jun 2, '06View profile MessageBeach Fanatic

Jun 6, '07 · 10:59 AM#6

I have not yet seen the Flaws, but they are on my list. I personally know two of them, and they are about the funniest people I know. Be careful if you have lunch with them. If you are drinking Pepsi, it really burns when it comes out your nose, as you hold in your laugh.

I can back you up on that. I was dancing with two of them last night and was laughing so hard I had to stop and catch my breath.

GraysonDaveGraysonDaveBeach Comber33 postsJoined May 13, '07View profile MessageBeach Comber

Jun 6, '07 · 12:37 PM#7

Thanks for the replies. I too inspire laughter with my dancing, but it's probably different with these guys.

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Smiling JOeSoWal Expert31,643 postsJoined Nov 18, '04View profile MessageSoWal Expert

Jun 7, '07 · 12:33 AM#8

Oh my God! I saw both shows tonight and they were great. You are in for a real treat with either show, but I recommend making it a full night and seeing both! :clap:

GraysonDaveGraysonDaveBeach Comber33 postsJoined May 13, '07View profile MessageBeach Comber

Jun 7, '07 · 7:45 AM#9

Joe, I have three daughters aged 19, 17, and 14. Do you think the show is appropriate for a 14 year old? One of her favorite TV shows is Whose Line Is It Anyway?, so I think she'll like the show. The ad says they don't resort to vulgar language. Do they avoid the f-bombs?

John R

John Rneeds to get out moreConflictinator6,782 postsJoined Dec 31, '05View profile Messageneeds to get out more

Jun 7, '07 · 7:54 AM#10

The flaws make it a point not to resort to vulgarity, and it is a welcome change from what is currently considered ok. All in any family are safe to watch the Basic Character Flaws. Checkov is also safe. "hell' is the most offensive word used. And as an added bonus, the Von Goofs have graced us with their talents during intermission. Think hair raising feats not to tried at home without supervision from a professional.

Edited Jun 7, '07 · 7:55 AM

GraysonDaveGraysonDaveBeach Comber33 postsJoined May 13, '07View profile MessageBeach Comber

Jun 7, '07 · 8:04 AM#11

Excellent. Thanks, John.

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steele mamaBeach FanaticNewnan, Georgia3,357 postsJoined Mar 14, '05View profile MessageBeach Fanatic

Jun 7, '07 · 8:11 AM#12

#1 I want to go Friday.

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Jennifer SteeleBeach Fanatic2282 Scenic 30A West1,472 postsJoined Jun 13, '05View profile MessageBeach Fanatic

Jun 7, '07 · 8:46 AM#13

Both shows were great; I'm still laughing about the Flaws show. Matt improvises a song at the end of each improv show based upon two word suggestions from the audience, and it's always pure genius.

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Smiling JOeSoWal Expert31,643 postsJoined Nov 18, '04View profile MessageSoWal Expert

Jun 7, '07 · 8:49 AM#14

GraysonDave,
John R hit it on the spot. The Flaws keep it clean (I think rated G if I had to guess) and they are very funny.

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Smiling JOeSoWal Expert31,643 postsJoined Nov 18, '04View profile MessageSoWal Expert

Jun 7, '07 · 8:52 AM#15

Matt improvises a song at the end of each improv show based upon two word suggestions from the audience, and it's always pure genius.

Last night's was pure genius for sure. Now about that lesson in Geography... :floor:

I thought The Flaws were great, but I cannot stop laughing about the Von Goofs, which were worked into the play.

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potatovixenBeach FanaticPCB1,218 postsJoined Jun 2, '06View profile MessageBeach Fanatic

Jun 7, '07 · 9:34 AM#16

For those of you who didn't make it, here's just a small part of what you missed.

Chocolate.

:floor:

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Smiling JOeSoWal Expert31,643 postsJoined Nov 18, '04View profile MessageSoWal Expert

Jun 7, '07 · 12:01 PM#17

See the REP's rep to get Seaside REP merchandise. Best deals on Tee-shirts in Seaside, with prices starting at $5 -- get them while they last!

Edited Jun 7, '07 · 12:02 PM

GraysonDaveGraysonDaveBeach Comber33 postsJoined May 13, '07View profile MessageBeach Comber

Jun 8, '07 · 9:15 PM#18

OK, I just bought 5 tickets to see the Flaws. Save some of the funny stuff for the 20th!

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Smiling JOeSoWal Expert31,643 postsJoined Nov 18, '04View profile MessageSoWal Expert

Jun 8, '07 · 9:27 PM#19

OK, I just bought 5 tickets to see the Flaws. Save some of the funny stuff for the 20th!

Those guys are filled with material. Well, not really, but new material is a constant flow for them. I think those guys just feed off of it, so the more they do, the better they get.