The San Jose Stage's production of "Sweet Charity" offers a compelling mix of vibrant performances and emotional depth, showcasing the struggles of its titular character, played by Ruby Day. While the musical initially stumbles, it finds its footing as the plot unfolds, celebrating themes of love and disappointment through Neil Simon's clever dialogue and Dorothy Fields and Cy Coleman's memorable music. Charity embodies hope yet faces harsh realities in her pursuit of romance, adding layers to her character as she navigates a world of empty promises and near misses.
Charity, who literally wears her heart on her shoulder, is left melancholy.
The production, which caps the theater company's 42nd season, runs through June 29.
Neil Simon's vintage wordplay inside Dorothy Fields and Cy Coleman's rich score holds up nicely.
Despite the excitement of being in a major star's presence, she ultimately finds herself hiding in a corner.
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