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Theatre of Note
June 24 @ 8:15pm
June 25 @ 10:30pm
June 26 @ 10:15pm
June 27 @ 6:15pm
Tickets $15

TEN WEST is the comedy duo of Stephen Simon and Jon Monastero under the
direction of Bryan Coffee. Their signature blend of physical virtuosity and inventive comedy, joined with poignant writing, broad audience appeal, and a unique theatrical style inspired by vaudeville, commedia and clowning, has made them critical and audience favorites everywhere.

They are pleased to be performing their two-man silent comedy, The Understudies for the first ever Hollywood Fringe Festival!

An L.A. Weekly “GO!” pick:
“The two-man clown show is a wacky Dadaist trip…. all very goofy, giddy, funny and executed with infectious charm.”

Backstage West Critic’s Pick:
“…inspired lunatics…absurd practical jokes, wild improvisations, comic deceptions and farcical battles of will…highly endearing…performed with flair and terrific, Saroyanesque charm.”

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I've seen these boys around....I'm looking forward to finally seeing them. Looks great.

posted by Fred Blanco at 10:31pm April 26th, 2010

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posted by Ben Hill at 12:28am February 09th, 2010

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Nicholas Williams
June 25, 2010

I'd seen Ten West twice before and was already a big fan going in, but this show may in fact be their best yet! Which would make sense, as it plays out as sort of a 'best of' of some of their past shows. Brilliant physically, hilarious throughout, and some surprisingly heartfelt moments make this the...read more

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Elaine Del Valle
June 26, 2010

I never stopped laughing. This is a wonderful duo. Perfectly matched and exact opposites. An original comedy act that I'd recommend to all audiences! This is a universal must see!...read more

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Kimleigh Smith
June 26, 2010

Coming from a performer and a woman who talks and I mean really talks, this show blew me away! You could tell they had an amazing following and have been doing their magic for some time, but this was the first time I had ever heard of them nor seen their work and it was truly some of the best physica...read more

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Ben Hensley
June 27, 2010

Timeless exploration of simple theatre and fun. These gifted and creative physical comedians tap into a powerful theatricality that speaks to everyone's inner Chaplin. Beautiful work. Committed and effective....read more

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Hettie Hurtes
June 27, 2010

These two actors are able to hold the audience rapt with their clever shenanigans on stage. Mostly through mime, Stephen Simon and Joe Monastero portray two guys relating two each other in unexpected ways. Their use of props, music and amazing feats of agility, they keep us amused and inspired. The...read more

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