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A KIDMAN CAROL to Make West Coast Debut at NCTC
by Stephi Wild - Oct 12, 2026

New Conservatory Theatre Center will present the West Coast premiere of Kevin Zak's A KIDMAN CAROL: A GAY DEMENTIA ON AUSTRALIAN DAMES, directed by Jason Hoover, featuring a cast including Lisa Frankenstein and Chris Steele.

Big Shot Pictures to Adapt COOKIERUN into Feature Film
by Rachel Stone - Oct 8, 2026

Big Shot Pictures has optioned film rights to the South Korean gaming franchise COOKIERUN, which has over 300 million downloads. The film will target a global release aligned with the franchise's 20th anniversary.

Review: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at New Conservatory Theatre Center
by Steve Murray - Sep 25, 2026

What did our critic think of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at New Conservatory Theatre Center? Little Shop of Horrors, whose star is a bloodthirsty flora, plants its roots at the New Conservatory for the opening of its 26-27 season and it’s an energetic, darkly comic, gender bending allegory for all that wrong with our current state of affairs. Seymour, an orphaned, awkward florist shop worker discovers an exotic plant that flourishes when fed human blood. In a Faustian pact, Seymour must feed the plant victims and in return reap the fame and riches of his discovery.

A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD to Open at New Conservatory Theatre Center
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2026

New Conservatory Theatre Center will present the regional premiere of Samuel D. Hunter's A Case for the Existence of God in San Francisco, directed by Will Detlefsen.

Review: URINETOWN: THE MUSICAL at Ray Of Light Theatre
by AJ Jaffari - Aug 10, 2026

What happens when water becomes a privilege—and rebellion comes with a price?

HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH to Return to NCTC in Summer 2027
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 28, 2026

New Conservatory Theatre Center will remount its acclaimed production of HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH in San Francisco, once again starring trixxie carr and Samuel del Rosario in rotating title roles.

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS to Open NCTC's 2026-2027 Season in San Francisco
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2026

New Conservatory Theatre Center will present LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, directed by Artistic Director Ben Villegas Randle, to kick off its 2026-2027 season of queer theatre in San Francisco.

HEDWIG & THE ANGRY INCH Will Come to New Conservatory Theatre Center With Alternating Hedwigs
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2026

New Conservatory Theatre Center will closeout the 25-26 Season with the iconic, Tony Award-winning Hedwig and the Angry Inch by John Cameron Mitchell with music and lyrics by Stephen Trask.

ONE PIECE: INTO THE GRAND LINE Fan Screenings Coming to Theaters
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 24, 2026

In conjunction with the Netflix release of ONE PIECE: Into the Grand Line on March 10, the first two episodes of Season 2 are coming to the big screen for special fan screenings.

Video: Watch the Official Trailer for ONE PIECE Season 2
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 10, 2026

The return of One Piece is fast approaching, and Netflix has released the official trailer for the second season of the hit series, featuring the eclectic ensemble of new and returning characters. Check it out now.

Video/Photos: Sophia Anne Caruso Stars as Baroque Works Villain in ONE PIECE Season 2 Teaser
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 12, 2026

Netflix has revealed the official “Rise of the Baroques” teaser for One Piece: Into the Grand Line, highlighting an ensemble cast of villains appearing in the new season. Check out the trailer and new photos for Season 2, which arrives on March 10, 2026. 

Xolo Maridueña Joins Season 3 of Netflix’s ONE PIECE
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 5, 2025

Xolo Maridueña (Blue Beetle, Cobra Kai) has been cast to star as Portgas D. Ace in season three of One Piece, which is set to go back into production later this year in Cape Town, South Africa.

Cole Escola Cast as Bon Clay in Season 3 of Netflix's ONE PIECE
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 3, 2025

Cole Escola has been cast as Bon Clay in Season 3 of Netflix's One Piece, bringing their talent to the beloved live-action adaptation.

9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL Cast Announced at Victoria Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 18, 2025

Ray of Light Theatre will present the high‑energy, laugh‑out‑loud hit 9 to 5: The Musical, part of its 25th Anniversary Season. Based on the beloved 1980 film, the musical features an energetic score by country music legend Dolly Parton and a book by Patricia Resnick.

ONE PIECE Renewed for Season 3 at Netflix; Watch a Season 2 First Look
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 11, 2025

Netflix has shared a first look at the highly anticipated season two of the epic pirate adventure series, returning in 2026. The series has also been given an early Season 3 renewal. Check out the first-look now!

Photos: NEXT TO NORMAL at Ray of Light Theatre in San Francisco
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2025

Next to Normal, winner of three Tony Awards—including Best Musical Score—and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, opened at Ray of Light Theatre this past week. Check out photos here!

Sophia Anne Caruso Joins Netflix's ONE PIECE Series
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 14, 2025

Beetlejuice star Sophie Anne Caruso is set to appear in Season 2 of Netflix's live-action One Piece series, based on the popular manga of the same name.

Review: THE GOLDEN GIRLS LIVE: THE CHRISTMAS EPISODES at Curran Theatre
by Steve Murray - Dec 8, 2024

What did our critic think of THE GOLDEN GIRLS LIVE: THE CHRISTMAS EPISODES at Curran Theatre?

Premier Eagles Tribute Band to Rock Town Hall Theatre Co
by Michael Major - Oct 3, 2024

You've seen tribute bands before in your lifetime. Many leave you with the feeling of 'that was ok, but….'. Not a Midnight Flyer show! This band leaves their audience wanting more and is able to build upon each subsequent show, bringing you on a musical journey with all the spirit of the music and 70s American culture.

Joe Manganiello & Lera Abova Join Season Two of Netflix's ONE PIECE
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 20, 2024

At the Geeked Week live event in Atlanta, Netflix announced new cast members who will appear in roles in the upcoming second season of ONE PIECE. Joe Manganiello (True Blood, Magic Mike franchise) will appear as “Mr. 0,' with Lera Abova (Bumper in Berlin, Honey Don’t) taking on the role of “Miss All Sunday.'