David Ford News

The public is invited to participate in the shaping of award-winning actor and critically acclaimed playwright Dan Hoyle’s latest work, Takes All Kinds as it will have workshop performances at The Marsh San Francisco this May.

Due to high demand for tickets, The Marsh Berkeley has extended the world premiere of Tobacco, Zigzags & Gum, a new work by film, television, and stage actor/writer Algiin Ford, developed and directed by David Ford.

The Marsh Berkeley will present Elaine Magree’s Other, a profound and entertaining journey of personal and genealogical discovery, directed by Kenny Yun and developed by Rebecca Fisher and David Ford.

Continuing the effort of suicide prevention and hitting the milestone of 10 years of without-charge performances to the public, The Marsh has added free performances of The Waiting Period. Learn more about the show.

The Marsh San Francisco will mark the 20th anniversary of Not a Genuine Black Man, with a special limited engagement that will include the 1,000th performance of Brian Copeland’s work. Learn more about the engagement here.

The Marsh Berkeley will present the world premiere of a stunning new work by film, television, and stage actor/writer Algiin Ford, Tobacco, Zigzags & Gum, developed and directed by David Ford.

San Francisco / Bay Area is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. February 2024's Top Picks include Cirque Du Soleil's KOOZA, Mystic Pizza, Rigoletto, and more.

The Marsh San Francisco will mark the 20th anniversary of Not A Genuine Black Man, with a special limited engagement that will include the 1000th performance of Brian Copeland's stunning work, which premiered at The Marsh San Francisco in 2004 and went on to become the longest-running solo show in San Francisco theater history.

 Following a successful East Bay run and a transfer to San Francisco, Aren’t You…? returns to The Marsh Berkeley, written and performed by Fred Pitts, directed by ShawnJ West, with dramaturgy by David Ford.

 The Marsh has added free performances in February of The Waiting Period, marking the 10th anniversary of its suicide prevention effort.

'What They Said About Love' by Steve Budd, the 2016 San Francisco Fringe 'Best of Fringe' winner, is coming to HITFEST. Join Steve as he explores the complexities of relationships and his own search for 'the one' through a captivating solo performance. Don't miss this heartfelt and relatable show at Stephanie Feury Studio in Los Angeles.

Experience Copeland's heartwarming play 'The Jewelry Box' at The Marsh for a limited time. Don't miss this engaging and emotional production.

Due to popular demand, The Marsh Berkeley has extended the 2023 Hollywood Fringe Festival favorite The Allure of Thug Life written and performed by actress/writer/comedian/rapper Mélia Mills with developmental support by David Ford.

Due to popular demand, The Marsh Berkeley has added additional performances of Wayne Harris' Train Stories.

Following a successful East Bay run and a transfer to San Francisco, Fred Pitts’ Aren’t You…? returns The Marsh San Francisco. Learn more about the play and find out how to get tickets here!

The 2023 Hollywood Fringe Festival favorite The Allure of Thug Life written and performed by actress/writer/comedian/rapper Mélia Mills, created with developmental support by David Ford, will come to The Marsh Berkeley in October. Get all of the event information, ticket details, and more here!

Santa Monica Playhouse has been a cultural treasure in the seaside community for 63 years. Now, the Playhouse is giving love back with its Eighth Annual Binge Free Festival, five weeks of free performances, workshops, and music in Santa Monica's ONLY fringe festival. The BFF's primary focus is on Santa Monica and Los Angeles-based artists, but there will be exciting international artists on view as well.

Join Brian Copeland at The Marsh Berkeley this September for the heartfelt performance of “GRANDMA & ME”. Experience the touching story of family and connection as Copeland shares his personal journey. Don't miss this limited run from September 1st to 30th. Reserve your tickets now!

Discover the latest offering from Marsh SF - a series of free showings of Brian Copeland's powerful play, 'The Waiting Period.' Get the details on the dates and venue information in this informative article.

The Marsh Berkeley presents Wayne Harris’ Train Stories, a chronicle of extreme challenges told by three men – played by Wayne Harris, Kirk Waller, and Tony Cyprien, all East Bay locals – who ply their trade on the railroad during the 1948 post-war pre-civil rights period in America.