THEATRE
The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told
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The City Theatre Company
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The City Theatre
June 10-July 4, 2010
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Called “ a testament to the virtues of laughing,” Fabulous is the retelling of the bible with Adam and Steve; Jane and Mabel beginning in the Garden of Eden and, after being banished, the quartet survives the centuries including time on the
ark, slavery in Egypt and finally life in contemporary New York. Simultaneously campy and
thoughtful, Paul Rudnick’s play is a delightful mélange of hilarious one-liners, philosophical
introspection and a celebration of the very fabulousness of gay culture (and otherwise) throughout
the ages.
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Venue Info
The City Theatre
3823 Airport Boulevard
Austin, TX 78722
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Tickets:
Tickets $15-20, Guaranteed Reserved Seating $25, Students $12, Group discounts available Thursday all seats $10.
Info Phone: 512-474-8497
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Dates & Times
Dates:
June 10-July 4, 2010
Times:
Thu-Sat 8PM
Sun 5:30PM
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Event Name: The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told
"I can see the "beginning" through new eyes!!!"
Review
posted by:
Tanya
from Austin, TX USA,
Jun 23, 2010
This was a fun and enlightening way of seeing the "creation" play out! The sexual preferences of the characters were believable in the context of the play and they did a great job of performing some...
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This was a fun and enlightening way of seeing the "creation" play out! The sexual preferences of the characters were believable in the context of the play and they did a great job of performing some difficult scenes. I laughed out loud often. There were some very touching moments as well. I enjoyed the "stage hand's" monologues with "setting the scenes" each day, she was hilarious! I liked the simplicity of the the sets and the costumes, it was enough to get the general idea across, without being a distraction. I also enjoyed the little theater, very intimate. I didn't know this theater was here, so I am very glad to know it now! I was NEVER offended by anything I saw on stage and only offended by some of the "hate mail" that came in from SO CALLED Christians and their THREATS against an art form. It's a PLAY people, get a life! "God" doesn't need you policing the planet!
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Event Name: The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told
"SO Fabulously worth it!!!!"
Review
posted by:
Ruby Sinclair
from Austin, TX,
Jun 21, 2010
Lesson Learned #1: 11 Commandments (The first 10 plus don't wear white after labor day!)
Lesson Learned #2: Love, Faith, and Understanding takes time and patience.
As controversial as this play...
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Lesson Learned #1: 11 Commandments (The first 10 plus don't wear white after labor day!)
Lesson Learned #2: Love, Faith, and Understanding takes time and patience.
As controversial as this play has been in media, religious groups, etc...there is something that those "against" the play are missing. The message! Under the hilarity of this very well performed comedy, there is a deep message of love. That it isn't easy. But that when you have faith in that love, you can overcome even the hardest of obstacles. I enjoyed this play so very much and commend the actors, director, and The City Theatre for not only a great performance but having the class and dignity to put up with all the hate!
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Event Name: The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told
"Shocking delights !"
Review
posted by:
Laughing Man
from Austin Texas,
Jun 21, 2010
I too read the reviews of the show before attending recently. I am glad I did! They prepared me (somewhat) for the two hours of non-stop fun, laughter, and sheer craziness I had to endure before the...
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I too read the reviews of the show before attending recently. I am glad I did! They prepared me (somewhat) for the two hours of non-stop fun, laughter, and sheer craziness I had to endure before the show ended. Oh well! I knew it would be out-RAGEOUS by the sheer fact that it portrays the story from the points of view of Adam and Steve, and of the second original couple-Mable and Jane. A talented, energetic casts bring the story to life and also into your heart. While it is wildly funny and bawdy, it is also a thought-provoking journey of epic proportions that will no doubt shock and delight. Hmmmmmmmm? Delightful shocks and shocking delights... that might well be my mini review of a play that was greatly enjoyed by those in attendance, which included: homosexuals and heterosexuals, men and women, singles and marrieds.. just the kind of folks who enjoy laughing and having a great time at a great performance! What to join in and experience the fun? There is still time to see the show.
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Event Name: The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told
"Review of Most Fabulous Story Ever Told"
Review
posted by:
Kristin
from Austin, TX,
Jun 15, 2010
I went to the opening weekend of Most Fabulous Story Ever Told. It was a great show. Though I wouldn't expect anything less from City Theatre. It was funny, touching and made me think about a lot of...
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I went to the opening weekend of Most Fabulous Story Ever Told. It was a great show. Though I wouldn't expect anything less from City Theatre. It was funny, touching and made me think about a lot of things. I highly recommend this show to everyone!
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Event Name: The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told
"This is FABULOUS comedy..."
Review
posted by:
Annie
from Austin, TX USA,
Jun 15, 2010
I had the pleasure of attending opening night of FABULOUS and was pleased to find a huge audience waiting (particularly for a weekday evening). The first thing that struck me while milling about the...
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I had the pleasure of attending opening night of FABULOUS and was pleased to find a huge audience waiting (particularly for a weekday evening). The first thing that struck me while milling about the lobby was the pile of hundreds (thousands?) of form-letter type postcards from protestors who, though never having seen the show, "knew" it was blasphemous, disgusting, and/or [fill in the negative word of your choice]. The fact is, this play was a comedic farce of the highest order. Though tremendously funny, it also had moments of heartbreak, as people of all persuasions experience in life. I highly recommend seeing it, not only for its hilarity but as a lesson in humanity.
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Event Name: The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told
"The Most Fabulous play I've seen in a long while!"
Review
posted by:
Jennifer
from Austin, TX,
Jun 14, 2010
I was at City Theatre for opening night of The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told and absolutely loved it. Based on the reactions of fellow audience members, I'd be willing to speculate it was received by...
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I was at City Theatre for opening night of The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told and absolutely loved it. Based on the reactions of fellow audience members, I'd be willing to speculate it was received by all as a hit. Great cast, well-executed, and very funny. I also liked their display in the lobby demonstrating the protest responses they've gotten regarding the production. Definitely a must-see! (for mature audiences)
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Event Name: The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told
"A comedy MOST FABULOUS!"
Review
posted by:
Carol A
from Austin,
Jun 14, 2010
Read about the controversy so had to see the show. It was great! Paul Rudnick's daring off-beat comedy is wildly zany, thought provoking, romantic, and really so much fun. Terrific work from a...
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Read about the controversy so had to see the show. It was great! Paul Rudnick's daring off-beat comedy is wildly zany, thought provoking, romantic, and really so much fun. Terrific work from a talented ensemble and Scott Poppaw as the Pharaoh of Egypt is not to be missed. If you are looking for the truth - romantic, religious or otherwise - Most Fab takes you on a laugh-out loud journey to find it.
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Event Name: The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told
"A Most Fabulous Review"
Review
posted by:
Seecard
from Austin, Texas USA,
Jun 13, 2010
Dude, Most Fabulous is the shiz-nit. Yes, it's controversial but protesters have forgotten all art has a message. There's stories of love, but not in the "happily ever after" sort of way. It honestly...
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Dude, Most Fabulous is the shiz-nit. Yes, it's controversial but protesters have forgotten all art has a message. There's stories of love, but not in the "happily ever after" sort of way. It honestly shows couples in love, even couples who have been together for thousands of years, will still have disagreements and tough decisions to make. They show people from all backgrounds can still find common ground and have long-lasting friendships (but still playfully tease one another). The play does address arguments presented against those who directly (and some with shocking amounts of hate) oppose the lifestyle of the main characters. Even if you find yourself as an opponent of the play, I encourage you to put aside whatever prejudices you might have, come with an open mind (but leave the kids at home), and in the end you might find you're more alike than you thought. Bottom line - mark your calendar, clear your schedule, and find a way to get to The City Theatre to see this show.
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Event Name: The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told
"I can see the "beginning" through new eyes!!!"
Review
posted by:
Tanya
from Austin, TX USA,
Jun 23, 2010
This was a fun and enlightening way of seeing the "creation" play out! The sexual preferences of the characters were believable in the context of the play and they did a great job of performing some...
Expand
This was a fun and enlightening way of seeing the "creation" play out! The sexual preferences of the characters were believable in the context of the play and they did a great job of performing some difficult scenes. I laughed out loud often. There were some very touching moments as well. I enjoyed the "stage hand's" monologues with "setting the scenes" each day, she was hilarious! I liked the simplicity of the the sets and the costumes, it was enough to get the general idea across, without being a distraction. I also enjoyed the little theater, very intimate. I didn't know this theater was here, so I am very glad to know it now! I was NEVER offended by anything I saw on stage and only offended by some of the "hate mail" that came in from SO CALLED Christians and their THREATS against an art form. It's a PLAY people, get a life! "God" doesn't need you policing the planet!
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Event Name: The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told
"SO Fabulously worth it!!!!"
Review
posted by:
Ruby Sinclair
from Austin, TX,
Jun 21, 2010
Lesson Learned #1: 11 Commandments (The first 10 plus don't wear white after labor day!)
Lesson Learned #2: Love, Faith, and Understanding takes time and patience.
As controversial as this play...
Expand
Lesson Learned #1: 11 Commandments (The first 10 plus don't wear white after labor day!)
Lesson Learned #2: Love, Faith, and Understanding takes time and patience.
As controversial as this play has been in media, religious groups, etc...there is something that those "against" the play are missing. The message! Under the hilarity of this very well performed comedy, there is a deep message of love. That it isn't easy. But that when you have faith in that love, you can overcome even the hardest of obstacles. I enjoyed this play so very much and commend the actors, director, and The City Theatre for not only a great performance but having the class and dignity to put up with all the hate!
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Event Name: The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told
"Shocking delights !"
Review
posted by:
Laughing Man
from Austin Texas,
Jun 21, 2010
I too read the reviews of the show before attending recently. I am glad I did! They prepared me (somewhat) for the two hours of non-stop fun, laughter, and sheer craziness I had to endure before the...
Expand
I too read the reviews of the show before attending recently. I am glad I did! They prepared me (somewhat) for the two hours of non-stop fun, laughter, and sheer craziness I had to endure before the show ended. Oh well! I knew it would be out-RAGEOUS by the sheer fact that it portrays the story from the points of view of Adam and Steve, and of the second original couple-Mable and Jane. A talented, energetic casts bring the story to life and also into your heart. While it is wildly funny and bawdy, it is also a thought-provoking journey of epic proportions that will no doubt shock and delight. Hmmmmmmmm? Delightful shocks and shocking delights... that might well be my mini review of a play that was greatly enjoyed by those in attendance, which included: homosexuals and heterosexuals, men and women, singles and marrieds.. just the kind of folks who enjoy laughing and having a great time at a great performance! What to join in and experience the fun? There is still time to see the show.
Collapse
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Event Name: The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told
"Review of Most Fabulous Story Ever Told"
Review
posted by:
Kristin
from Austin, TX,
Jun 15, 2010
I went to the opening weekend of Most Fabulous Story Ever Told. It was a great show. Though I wouldn't expect anything less from City Theatre. It was funny, touching and made me think about a lot of...
Expand
I went to the opening weekend of Most Fabulous Story Ever Told. It was a great show. Though I wouldn't expect anything less from City Theatre. It was funny, touching and made me think about a lot of things. I highly recommend this show to everyone!
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Event Name: The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told
"This is FABULOUS comedy..."
Review
posted by:
Annie
from Austin, TX USA,
Jun 15, 2010
I had the pleasure of attending opening night of FABULOUS and was pleased to find a huge audience waiting (particularly for a weekday evening). The first thing that struck me while milling about the...
Expand
I had the pleasure of attending opening night of FABULOUS and was pleased to find a huge audience waiting (particularly for a weekday evening). The first thing that struck me while milling about the lobby was the pile of hundreds (thousands?) of form-letter type postcards from protestors who, though never having seen the show, "knew" it was blasphemous, disgusting, and/or [fill in the negative word of your choice]. The fact is, this play was a comedic farce of the highest order. Though tremendously funny, it also had moments of heartbreak, as people of all persuasions experience in life. I highly recommend seeing it, not only for its hilarity but as a lesson in humanity.
Collapse
-
Event Name: The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told
"The Most Fabulous play I've seen in a long while!"
Review
posted by:
Jennifer
from Austin, TX,
Jun 14, 2010
I was at City Theatre for opening night of The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told and absolutely loved it. Based on the reactions of fellow audience members, I'd be willing to speculate it was received by...
Expand
I was at City Theatre for opening night of The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told and absolutely loved it. Based on the reactions of fellow audience members, I'd be willing to speculate it was received by all as a hit. Great cast, well-executed, and very funny. I also liked their display in the lobby demonstrating the protest responses they've gotten regarding the production. Definitely a must-see! (for mature audiences)
Collapse
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Event Name: The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told
"A comedy MOST FABULOUS!"
Review
posted by:
Carol A
from Austin,
Jun 14, 2010
Read about the controversy so had to see the show. It was great! Paul Rudnick's daring off-beat comedy is wildly zany, thought provoking, romantic, and really so much fun. Terrific work from a...
Expand
Read about the controversy so had to see the show. It was great! Paul Rudnick's daring off-beat comedy is wildly zany, thought provoking, romantic, and really so much fun. Terrific work from a talented ensemble and Scott Poppaw as the Pharaoh of Egypt is not to be missed. If you are looking for the truth - romantic, religious or otherwise - Most Fab takes you on a laugh-out loud journey to find it.
Collapse
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Event Name: The Most Fabulous Story Ever Told
"A Most Fabulous Review"
Review
posted by:
Seecard
from Austin, Texas USA,
Jun 13, 2010
Dude, Most Fabulous is the shiz-nit. Yes, it's controversial but protesters have forgotten all art has a message. There's stories of love, but not in the "happily ever after" sort of way. It honestly...
Expand
Dude, Most Fabulous is the shiz-nit. Yes, it's controversial but protesters have forgotten all art has a message. There's stories of love, but not in the "happily ever after" sort of way. It honestly shows couples in love, even couples who have been together for thousands of years, will still have disagreements and tough decisions to make. They show people from all backgrounds can still find common ground and have long-lasting friendships (but still playfully tease one another). The play does address arguments presented against those who directly (and some with shocking amounts of hate) oppose the lifestyle of the main characters. Even if you find yourself as an opponent of the play, I encourage you to put aside whatever prejudices you might have, come with an open mind (but leave the kids at home), and in the end you might find you're more alike than you thought. Bottom line - mark your calendar, clear your schedule, and find a way to get to The City Theatre to see this show.
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