Doodler at Theatre Rhinoceros
Dates: 2/6/2025 - 3/2/2025
📍 Theatre: Theatre Rhinoceros
Theatre Rhinoceros
Yerba Buena Gardens, 750 Howard St, San Francisco, CA 94103
San Francisco, CA 94114
Phone: 415-552-4100
Tickets: $17.50 - $35
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About two years before the inception of Theatre Rhinoceros, a serial killer known as “The Doodler” was responsible for multiple murders in the Ocean Beach and Golden Gate Park area of San Francisco. All of his victims were gay men. When he met each man he presented him with something, something that charmed him. This is the story of a gay man who is determined to find the Doodler and avenge the death of one of his victims.
Fifty years later, the case is still open, and the yet unidentified “Doodler” is the subject of Theatre Rhinoceros Executive Artistic Director John Fisher’s latest one-man show, the fourth show of Rhino’s 47th season.
News About Doodler at Theatre Rhinoceros
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Review: DOODLER at The Marsh
June 15, 2025 Developed during the COVID pandemic lockdown, this one-man show has Fisher playing about a dozen characters and running the technical aspects of the show as well.
John Fisher's DOODLER Begins At The Marsh This Month
May 06, 2025 The Marsh San Francisco will present John Fisher's true crime thriller DOODLER after a sold-out first run at Theatre Rhinoceros. Set in 1970s San Francisco, DOODLER follows a young gay man on a relentless investigation to solve the mystery of the “Doodler,” a serial killer who targeted the queer community and left behind drawn portraits of each of his victims.
DOODLER Extends at SAFEHouse
April 02, 2025 DOODLER has extended with new dates and a new venue. DOODLER tells the tale of the “Doodler,” who terrorized San Francisco in the 1970s. Learn more here!
Photos: John Fisher's DOODLER Comes to Theatre Rhinoceros Next Month
January 24, 2025 All new photos are available from John Fisher's DOODLER, coming to Theatre Rhinoceros next month. Check out the photos and learn more about the show here!
DOODLER, Based on Unsolved SF Homicides, to be Presented at Theatre Rhinoceros
January 18, 2025 “Doodler” is the subject of Theatre Rhinoceros Executive Artistic Director John Fisher’s latest one-man show, the fourth show of Rhino’s 47th season. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: CABARET At Theatre Rhinoceros
December 30, 2024 What did our critic think of CABARET at Theatre Rhinoceros?
CABARET, World Premieres & More Set for Theatre Rhinoceros 24-25 Season
August 12, 2024 Theatre Rhinoceros will present six mainstage productions this season ranging from brand new plays to Rhino favorites to musical theatre classics. Learn how to purchase tickets.
CASEMENT to Play Theatre Rhinoceros This Week
April 07, 2024 Join Theatre Rhinoceros and The Essential Services Project for the world premiere of CASEMENT, a live, in-person performance conceived and performed by John Fisher. This one-time event is free and open to all.
ARTS IN AMERICA to be Presented by Theatre Rhinoceros and The Essential Services Project
April 06, 2023 Theatre Rhinoceros and The Essential Services Project will present a live, in-person, presentation of ARTS IN AMERICA.
Theatre Rhinoceros and The Essential Services Project (ESP) to Present EISENSTEIN Next Week
March 11, 2023 Theatre Rhinoceros and The Essential Services Project (ESP) will present a live, in-person, presentation of EISENSTEIN, conceived and performed by John Fisher (GLAAD Media Award Winner, United Solo Best - Actor Award, Two Time Winner of Will Glickman Award) on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at 7:00pm. The performance is free and open to the public.About the Theatre
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Where is Theatre Rhinoceros located?
Theatre Rhinoceros is at Yerba Buena Gardens, 750 Howard St, San Francisco, CA 94103, San Francisco, CA.
What shows have played recently at Theatre Rhinoceros?
Goat Blood (06/25/26-07/19/26)
La Cage aux Folles (05/14/26-06/07/26)
Pirates! (12/04/25-12/13/25)
OTHELLO (09/26/25-09/28/25)
Gumiho (04/17/25-05/11/25)
Cabaret (11/21/24-12/15/24)
Fallin (08/29/24-09/15/24)
All's Well that Ends Well (05/23/24-06/02/24)
The Pride of Lions (03/28/24-04/21/24)
BILLY (02/10/24-02/25/24)
La Cage aux Folles (05/14/26-06/07/26)
Pirates! (12/04/25-12/13/25)
OTHELLO (09/26/25-09/28/25)
Gumiho (04/17/25-05/11/25)
Cabaret (11/21/24-12/15/24)
Fallin (08/29/24-09/15/24)
All's Well that Ends Well (05/23/24-06/02/24)
The Pride of Lions (03/28/24-04/21/24)
BILLY (02/10/24-02/25/24)
What is the history of Theatre Rhinoceros ?
In 2017 The Rhino celebrated its 40th Anniversary as the longest-running LGBT theatre in the world. In 2019 we were invited to march in the Resist Contingent of the San Francisco Pride Parade (right after the Dykes on Bikes!) in recognition of our long-running commitment to activism, social justice and visibility. Our history continues as we have landed at Spark Arts (in the heart of Castro!,) where all Rhino shows are produced.
What shows are coming up next at Theatre Rhinoceros?
La Cage aux Folles (5/14/26-6/7/26)
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Comedy Oakland at Quinn's Lighthouse Fri July 31 8:30pm Quinn's Lighthouse (7/31-7/31) |
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Pamela Gaye Walker’s Little BIG Mouth The Marsh Berkeley (7/12-8/02) |
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Based on a Totally True Story City Lights Theater Company (1/21-2/14) |
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"In A Memory Palace" Z Space (7/30-8/01) |
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Comedy Oakland at Quinn's Lighthouse Fri Aug 7 8:30pm Quinn's Lighthouse (8/07-8/07) |