Aida-Alameda Civic Light Opera
"Director and choreographer Jeff Teague does an impressive job of mounting the ambitious show and, once again, brings Broadway-caliber staging and
choreography to the stage."-Sharon Reid, Alameda Sun
Best Little Whorehouse In Texas-Alameda Civic Light Opera
"Executive Artistic Director Jeff Teague directs and choreographs by tempering the salacious subject matter with homespun simplicity. Teague approaches the
characters as simple, honest, down-home folks who wear their hearts on their sleeves", using broad strokes to address the more penetrating themes of tolerance,
acceptance and honesty. Those who know Teague's work can expect these themes to be delivered with his characteristically playful touch and high-caliber
choreography."-Sharon Edler Reid, The East Bay Monthly
Damn Yankees-Contra Costa Music Theater
"Contra Costa Musical Theater's production of "Damn Yankees" got a standing ovation after hitting a big home run with the audience this past weekend at the Dean
Lesher Regional Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek. Under the collective efforts of Director Greg Schuh, Musical Director Karl Pister and Choreographer Jeff
Teague, the dancing baseball players shine. "Damn Yankees" is made new again with superlative acting, staging, dancing and singing."
-Charles Jarrett, Rossmoor News
Evita-Alameda Civic Light Opera
"Evita is an extraordinarily enjoyable theatrical experience. The tightly perfected show is truly a masterpiece. A work of such enormous difficulty few theater
companies dare to assay; here it's delivered with truly professional flair"-Tom Billings, Alameda Journal
Evita-Pleasanton Playhouse
"The collaboration of director/choreographer Jeff Teague, lighting designer Paul Vega and conductor Julia Hinkley has transformed 'Evita', Broadway's 1978 rock
opera, into a breathtaking spectacle." -Julie O'Shea, Contra Costa Times
Fiddler On The Roof-Alameda Civic Light Opera
"Just as good as it's ever going to get doesn't do full justice to ACLO's current production of 'Fiddler On The Roof'. As both director and choreographer, Jeff Teague's
realization is superb. Typical of Teague's fine work,every movement by the entire company, not just the dancers, is organic and gives rise to an ongoing series of
splendid tableaux."-Tom Billings, Alameda Journal
"The challenge for director Jeff Teague is how to keep a theater favorite fresh and enjoyable, balancing an audience’s nostalgia while also making the show pop,
sizzle and bang. And he does. As always with Teague’s productions, the dancing is superb." -Julia Parks, Alameda Sun
Hair-Alameda Civic Light Opera
"Jeff Teague, artistic and executive director of the Alameda Civic Light Opera, again dons his director's hat — and a couple of others (choreographer, co-set designer,
multi-media designer) to pilot this production. His staging is wonderful throughout. Capturing the chaotic jubilation of the '60s in a succinct, artistic way is a tall order —
but Teague pulls it off effortlessly, giving each song an identity and personality all its own. His multi-media choices range from effective to powerful"
-Higgins, Alameda Sun.
Jesus Christ Superstar 2000-Alameda Civic Light Opera
"Choreography is Jeff Teague's forte, and that extraordinary talent is marvelously showcased here. He is at his very best when staging masses of people, and the
coordination and intricate precision of his tableaux as well as action numbers are magically breathtaking. The effect is energetic pageantry of the finest sort."
-Tom Billings, Alameda Journal
Jesus Christ Superstar 2006-Alameda Civic Light Opera
"Jesus Christ Superstar -- Beautiful to Watch The direction and choreography by Jeff Teague was really worth watching. I have said before that the thing this company
does well is big production numbers, and this show is no exception. The dancing and chorus are wonderful. There is not nearly enough of some really wonderful
dancing. The choreography was great. A beautiful production, it was a worthy goal for this spunky theatre company."
-Merle Yost, East Bay Voice
"Jesus Christ Superstar Rocks Teague's choreography is Broadway caliber, and the large ensemble cast effortlessly rises to the challenge in addition to handling the
evocative movement, quick scene and mood changes as well as playing multiple characters throughout."-Sharon Reid, Alameda Sun
"By all means treat yourself to some awesome musical entertainment and go see Jesus Christ Superstar." -Ruth-Angela Fears, San Leandro Times
"Alameda Civic Light Opera's current "Jesus Christ Superstar" is big in every way beginning with big musical numbers by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice and
continuing with big singing, acting, and dancing by a big cast with big, big talent. As in ACLO's 2000 production, the show reflects the legerdemain of Jeff Teague as
both director and choreographer." -Tom Billings, Alameda Journal
Kiss Me Kate-Alameda Civic Light Opera
"Hot Hit From ACLO "Jeff Teague directs a sharp, snappy script with many creative new touches, and also provides amazing original choreography, from the courtly
wedding pavane and suggestive grape-stomping scene to the steamy "It's Too Darn Hot". The longest extended dance sequence in Broadway history, it showcases
the talents (and hard work) of ACLO's always-impressive hoofers, and the effect is electrifying."
-Susan Steinberg-The Independent
Man of La Mancha-Alameda Civic Light Opera
"ACLO's 'La Mancha' a Theatrical Dream Come True ALAMEDA Civic Light Opera's season opener, "Man of La Mancha," is a Broadway-quality musical production. It
resounds with the compelling artistic direction of Jeff Teague and the impressive musical direction of conductor Dean Starnes. The orchestra, the singing and first-
rate acting integrate this many-faceted work into a fast-paced, cohesive drama." -Alice Grace Chalip, ANG Newspapers
Music Man-Alameda Civic Light Opera
"The ensemble numbers, from "76 Trombones" to the library scene ("Marian the Librarian"), from "The Wells Fargo Wagon" to "Shipoopi," are vibrant, exciting
scenes, busy with complex choreography and awash with whimsy. Director and choreographer Jeff Teague outdid himself in these songs, as does the cast. These
scenes are a wonder to behold. " -Julia Park, Alameda Sun
"Meredith Willson's "The Music Man" is a uniquely wonderful show, and Alameda Civic Light Opera's current production is equally delightful thanks largely to Jeff
Teague's consummate choreography and direction of a seeming cast of thousands. Actually, with double and triple casting, the 106 roles are handled by 50 players
who fill Kofman Auditorium's stage almost to overflowing." -Tom Billings, Alameda Journal
Pippin-Alameda Civic Light Opera
"If there were ever any doubt about whether Jeff Teague is a worthy successor to the legendary Bob Fosse, the tour de force created by Teague's legerdemain as both
director and choreographer of ACLO's production of the musical "Pippin" absolutely lays such doubt to rest. The uniformly excellent acting and singing, and
especially the dancing -intricate, energetic, precise, and perfectly polished - are truly breathtaking."-Tom Billings, Alameda Journal
" Bravo! Encore! That's how I felt applauding the ACLO cast during their curtain call last Friday night. Why all the hoopla? Because ACLO's current production of
'Pippin' is deliriously daring and dazzling-a tour de force."-Patrick Tracy, San Leandro Times
Oklahoma-Alameda Civic Light Opera
"The choreography in Oklahoma is unbelievably good."-Whitney Royster,Alameda Journal
Ragtime-Diablo Light Opera Company
"The bar has been raised and a new standard set for musical comedy in the area. Diablo Light Opera Company's production of "Ragtime," an East Bay premiere, is
a breathtaking theatrical achievement, and, hands-down, the best musical I've ever seen performed in the Lesher Center."
-Pat Craig, Contra Costa Times
Snoopy-Broadway On Tour
"Indeed, if you look beyond the snappy pacing and Jeff Teague's bouncey, inspired choreography, you'll find that most of the tunes in this show carry messages that
can be construed in any number of ways depending on the listeners age and their perspective."-Corrine Flocken,Los Angeles Times
Sweeney Todd-Alameda Civic Light Opera
"Director Jeff Teague has taken Stephen Sondheim's tale of revenge and madness and set it in motion with grand results" -Julia Park, Alameda Sun
"Flawlessly directed and choreographed by Jeff Teague, Stephen Sondheim's dark, gripping musical drama 'Sweeney Todd' brilliantly concludes Alameda Civic
Light Opera's 2003 season"-Tom Billings,Alameda Journal
West Side Story-Alameda Civic Light Opera
"As always, director Jeff Teague (he of the many titles), directs the ensemble numbers in tight choreography and complex layers; the balletic "Prologue", the "Dance
At The Gym", and the spine-tingling "Quintet" are a festival of sight and sound."-Julia Park Tracey, Alameda Sun
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