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M. BUTTERFLY & More Lead San Francisco / Bay Area's Winter 2026 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Feb 5, 2026

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. Selections for Winter 2026 include M. Butterly and more.

Review: THE CHERRY ORCHARD at Marin Theatre
by Steve Murray - Feb 4, 2026

Change is hard, we all know that. We get stuck in patterns and the comfortable, even if that inertia is destructive. Watching Chekhov’s Cherry Orchard, brilliantly directed by American Conservatory Theatre Artistic Director emerita Carey Perloff and starring an all-star cast of local legends, will make to jump into action.

Photos: First Look at THE CHERRY ORCHARD at Marin Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026

Marin Theatre is ringing in 2026 with Anton Chekhov’s classic The Cherry Orchard. Emerita Carey Perloff, who helmed Marin Theatre’s production of Waste last season, directs the Russian playwright’s final work. See production photos here.

Interview: Carey Perloff of THE CHERRY ORCHARD at Marin Theatre
by Jim Munson - Jan 22, 2026

BroadwayWorld talks to Bay Area theater luminary Carey Perloff about her production of Chekhov's classic tragicomedy 'The Cherry Orchard' running at Marin Theatre January 29 to February 22.

Carey Perloff to Direct THE CHERRY ORCHARD at Marin Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 15, 2025

Marin Theatre will ring in 2026 with Anton Chekhov’s classic The Cherry Orchard. American Conservatory Theater Artistic Director Emerita Carey Perloff, who helmed Marin Theatre’s wildly successful production of Waste last season, directs.

Photos: The Cast of THE CHERRY ORCHARD At Marin Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2025

Marin Theatre will stage Anton Chekhov’s The Cherry Orchard in a new production directed by Carey Perloff. The engagement will run January 29–February 22, 2026.

Lance Gardner and Carey Perloff to Reunite for THE CHERRY ORCHARD at Marin Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2025

Marin Theatre will ring in 2026 with Anton Chekhov’s classic The Cherry Orchard. American Conservatory Theater Artistic Director Emerita Carey Perloff, who helmed Marin Theatre’s production of Waste last season, returns to direct.

HAPPY PLEASANT VALLEY: A SENIOR SEX SCANDAL MYSTERY MUSICAL to be Presented at Center REP
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 30, 2025

Center Repertory Company has revealed the cast and creative team for HAPPY PLEASANT VALLEY: A SENIOR SEX SCANDAL MYSTERY MUSICAL—the world premiere musical. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: HAPPY PLEASANT VALLEY: A SENIOR SEX SCANDAL MURDER MYSTERY MUSICAL
by Steve Murray - Mar 10, 2025

What did our critic think of HAPPY PLEASANT VALLEY: A SENIOR SEX SCANDAL MURDER MYSTERY MUSICAL at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley?

Photos: HAPPY PLEASANT VALLEY: A SENIOR SEX SCANDAL MURDER MYSTERY MUSICAL At TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 8, 2025

TheatreWorks Silicon Valley is presenting the World Premiere of Happy Pleasant Valley: A Senior Sex Scandal Murder Mystery Musical. Check out photos from the production.

Interview: Min Kahng of HAPPY PLEASANT VALLEY: A SENIOR SEX SCANDAL MURDER MYSTERY MUSICAL at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
by Jim Munson - Feb 28, 2025

BroadwayWorld chats with composer Min Kahng about his cheeky new show, 'Happy Pleasant Valley: A Senior Sex Scandal Murder Mystery Musical' enjoying its world premiere at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley March 5-30 in Palo Alto.

THE TAMING OF THE SHREW to Be Reimagined in New Audio Drama Series
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 28, 2025

SHREW!, a new audio drama reimagining of William Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew, will premiere on March 10 Next Chapter Podcasts and Play On. The drama series brings the classic comedy into the 21st century with wit, energy, and a fresh perspective. 

Review: ARSENIC AND OLD LACE at Center Rep
by Kelly Rogers Flynt - Sep 17, 2024

ARSENIC AND OLD LACE delivers the laughs in grand style at Center Rep. Director Matt M. Morrow puts a fresh spin on an old classic and breathes new life into it. In a show that is full of great one liners and subtle bits, Center Rep has added layers of physical comedy and technical accents. What is normally a quiet, funny play is served up as a comedy extravaganza.

ARSENIC AND OLD LACE Comes to Center Repertory Company
by Stephi Wild - Aug 6, 2024

Center Repertory Company will kick off its 2024/25 season with a re-envisioned production of Joseph Kesselring’s iconic classic, Arsenic and Old Lace, performing at the Lesher Center for the Arts beginning Sunday, September 8 and running through Sunday, September 29, 2024. 

Two World Premieres & More Set for Center REP 24-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2024

Center Repertory Company has unveiled its 57th season—an extraordinary lineup of six works to be presented September 2024 through June 2025. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Center REP Announces ARSENIC AND OLD LACE And More for 2024-25 Season Including World Premieres & More
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 17, 2024

Discover the upcoming 2024-25 season at CENTER REPERTORY COMPANY, featuring two World Premieres, a queer interpretation of a classic, and an EGOT winner's fireside chat. Also, learn about their new audience initiatives.

Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at A.C.T. Geary Theatre
by Steve Murray - Jun 8, 2023

What did our critic think of THE WIZARD OF OZ at A.C.T. Geary Theatre?

Photos: First Look at Sam Pinkleton's THE WIZARD OF OZ at American Conservatory Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2023

Get a first look at brand-new production photos from The Wizard of Oz, performing at American Conservatory Theater now through June 25, 2023!

Photos: Inside Rehearsals for Sam Pinkleton-Directed THE WIZARD OF OZ at American Conservatory Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2023

Get a first look inside rehearsals for The Wizard of Oz, performing at American Conservatory Theater !

Cast & Creative Team Announced for Sam Pinkleton Led THE WIZARD OF OZ at A.C.T
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2023

We’re off to see the Wizard…! Today, American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) announced the full cast and creative team for The Wizard of Oz, directed and choreographed by Tony Award nominee Sam Pinkleton.