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About
SAN DIEGO PIRATE ADVENTURES
is an entertainment company specializing in
pirate themed entertainment. From intimate gatherings to large scale events we are dedicated to creating immersive experiences for our guests.
We are unique because we have an original, fully scripted theatrical show which can travel and perform anywhere.
Our show is crafted from over 10 years of performing. We don't demonstrate but instead immerse you into our world of pirates. And we are constantly striving to improve the overall experience with better routines, jokes and action. The details matter even down to the props we use in the show. Everything works together to create a unique experience.
One big misconception is our show is for children. Although we enjoy children it is really written for adults. I am reminded of the classic Warner Bros cartoons. As children we enjoyed the kinetic imagery and slapstick but as adults we laughed at the words and situations. Our show is clean but we employ a good deal of innuendo. Of course, as actors we adapt to our audiences to ensure a solid and memorable experience.
It took me a while to create the proper formula for bringing on new pirates. My solution is actors. Actors can handle the comedic timing, the lines and the blocking. I rehearse new actors in the same way I direct a play. Actors have a good instincts where audiences are concerned. These skills are difficult to teach to non actors which why I only bring actors in to portray the various pirate characters.
Many of the pirate actors have appeared in major mainstream films as well as appearances
on hit TV shows.
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Charles Peters
Owner and
Artistic Director
Growing up I remember being around pirate actors and seeing them in comic books and on TV and in films. But I was never obsessed with them.
It wasn't until I worked on a film called Moonflower where I portrayed a sun baked half crazed pirate. Like many actors I did research for my role and was drawn into the world of The Golden Age of Piracy. The film was very successful and I enjoyed my role immensely.
Pirate Crazy!
When the film wrapped I found it difficult to dismiss my desire to play the role of a pirate. At the time I was acting in play and a cast mate informed me there was a new pirate ship docked in San Diego and they were in need of actors. I called the owner and coincidentally discovered the host of the pirate show was from the film I had just finished. I was welcomed with open arms and came down to the show.
Taking Over the Ship!
I joined the show bursting with anticipatory excitement. Unfortunately, I was quickly disappointed and my enthusiasm for my new pirate adventure instantly dissipated.
The show was lead by a very talented pirate actor but his focus was misguided. He sang original songs and told modern jokes. There was no plot or story just a series of random segments. When the treasure was distributed it was filled with
children's toys. The show seemed to be focused on three and four year olds.
It was the second or third performance I observed the adults leaning against
the rails, arms folded with a vacant look in their eyes.
This show was not going to last.
Moonflower