Eisenhower: This Piece Of Ground at Rubicon Theatre

Eisenhower: This Piece Of Ground

Rubicon Theatre
1006 East Main Street Ventura

A new play starring Tony-Winner John Rubinstein in a one-person play about Dwight D. Eisenhower, President, War Hero, Philosopher. His leadership rebuilding Europe and waging peace in the Cold War offers unique and informative perspectives on the troubles facing America and the world today.

Thru - Mar 10, 2024

Wednesdays: 2:00pm & 7:00pm

Thursdays: 7:00pm

Fridays: 7:00pm

Saturdays: 2:00pm & 7:00pm

Sundays: 2:00pm

Show Type: Drama

Box Office: 805-667 2900

www.rubicontheatre.org

Eisenhower: This Piece Of Ground Reviews

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LA Splash - Highly Recommended

"...EISENHOWER is the fascinating study of a man with multiple talents; and it will prove enlightening - and often amusing - to today's audiences. For fans of history (military, political), this is a must-see. At the same time, it is a fascinating study of one man which should appeal to most of us. By the way, Eisenhower's anger over being Number 22 would surely have dissipated had he not died in 1969. Most recently, his star has been elevated to Number 5 of all U.S. Presidents."

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- Elaine Mura

Total Theater - Recommended

"...John Rubinstein impersonates Dwight David Eisenhower in Richard Hellesen's one-man show about the late general and president, commanding the stage with impressive skill and flair. Utilizing his strong voice and impeccable diction, Rubinstein makes you believe you are in the presence of Ike as he prowls the sun porch of his Gettysburg farm in Aug. 1962, talking about his illustrious life."

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- Willard Manus

NoHoArtsDistrict - Highly Recommended

"...John Rubinstein’s portrayal of Eisenhower is as meaningful as it is mesmerizing. This is not a heavy-handed impersonation. He embodies the essence of this great and complex man. As he strides across the stage, sculpting his rhetoric in fascinating, purposeful prose, time stands still."

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- Samantha Simmonds-Ronceros

Stage Raw - Highly Recommended

"...Tony Award winner Jon Rubinstein virtually becomes Dwight D. Eisenhower in this tour de force solo performance of Richard Hellesen’s play, Eisenhower: This Piece of Ground. The 34th President of the United States, Eisenhower is also known for having been the Supreme Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Forces who directed the invasion of Normandy on D-Day during World War II."

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- Iris Mann

Haines His Way - Recommended

"...As Eisenhower, John Rubinstein commands the stage from his opening appearance to his final exit. He gives a rich texture to the man’s beliefs, his family ties and to his dedication in serving his country, both in war and in peace. His anger comes quick but also tempers itself into a strong will to change minds. He also gives Ike a gentle and sly humor, adding a bit of needed laughter to the proceedings. Pierre Vuilleumier designed the well-appointed set and Joe Huppert’s projections fill in the necessary visual reminders of a life well lived. Oh, that first poll of historians was conducted just a year and a half after Eisenhower left office. He was ranked 22 then. Today he is ranked number 5 all time."

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- Rob Stevens

Peoples World - Recommended

"...Theatre West and the New Los Angeles Repertory Company are presenting the play, starring the brilliant Tony Award-winning John Rubinstein. It hardly needs underlining that larger ambitions and stages are projected for this work."

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- Eric A. Gordon

Eisenhower: This Piece Of Ground at Rubicon Theatre