Jake Shears News

San Francisco's American Conservatory Theatre is now presenting Armistead Maupin and Jake Shear's TALES OF THE CITY, based on the novels. First serialized in The Chronicle, Armistead Maupin's bittersweet novel 'Tales of the City,' is set in San Francisco and consists of interlaced stories of dewy-eyed newcomers and dissolute social climbers, gay coming-out stories and paisley-clad hippies. The story captures the era of the mid-'70s in San Francisco, complete with disco and drugs, fern bars and pickup night at the Marina Safeway, as well as feelings of hope, heartbreak, innocence and laughter. Click below for an interview with the creators!

Cabaret star, international singing sensation and post-modern showgirl, Meow Meow, acclaimed for her current performance in The Umbrellas of Cherbourg, returns to the stage with her solo West End debut, Meow Meow In Concert for three nights only on 23, 24 and 25 June, with a press performance on the 23 June.

According to the SF Gate, San Francisco audiences are excitedly anticipating the arrival of the musical, ARMISTEAD MAUPIN'S TALES OF THE CITY that will open June 1 at the American Conservatory Theater.

American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.)'s Opening Night Gala celebrating the world premiere of Armistead Maupin's Tales of the City will take place Wednesday, June 1, 2011.

According to the SF Gate, San Francisco audiences are excitedly anticipating the arrival of the musical, ARMISTEAD MAUPIN'S TALES OF THE CITY that will open June 1 at the American Conservatory Theater.

West End stars, including Denise Van Outen and Kerry Ellis, have joined forces to promote the message that 'It Gets Better' to youngsters who may be struggling with their sexuality. Check out what they have to say below!

Cabaret star, international singing sensation and post-modern showgirl, Meow Meow, acclaimed for her current performance in The Umbrellas of Cherbourg, returns to the stage with her solo West End debut, Meow Meow In Concert for three nights only on 23, 24 and 25 June

Our Lady J: LIVE at Ivan Kane's Cafe Was SUNDAY at 930pm 1521 Vine Street, at Sunset Blvd no cover, just bring your filthy soul

Our Lady J: LIVE at Ivan Kane's Cafe Was SUNDAY at 930pm 1521 Vine Street, at Sunset Blvd no cover, just bring your filthy soul

The Homecoming closes March 27, 2011, at the American Conservatory Theater (415 Geary Street, San Francisco).

American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) announces that Tony Award winner and A.C.T. favorite Judy Kaye (Mamma Mia!, Ragtime, Phantom of the Opera, On the Twentieth Century on Broadway; Sweeney Todd and Souvenir at A.C.T.) will be taking on the iconic role of Anna Madrigal in the world premiere production of Armistead Maupin's Tales of the City.

KEIGWIN + COMPANY will present Dark Habits, a world premiere choreographed by Artistic Director Larry Keigwin, at The Joyce Theater, ending March 13.

American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) continues its 2010-11 season with a revival of Nobel Laureate Harold Pinter's most provocative play, The Homecoming, directed by A.C.T. Artistic Director and longtime Pinter collaborator Carey Perloff.

KEIGWIN + COMPANY will present EXIT, a world premiere choreographed by Artistic Director Larry Keigwin, at The Joyce Theater, March 8 - 13. The evening-length work, inspired by the worlds of fashion and drama, will feature original music by electro-acoustic cellist Chris Lancaster and pianist Jerome Begin. Mr. Begin will perform live. The Joyce Theater is located at 175 Eighth Avenue at 19th Street.

KEIGWIN + COMPANY will present Dark Habits, a world premiere choreographed by Artistic Director Larry Keigwin, at The Joyce Theater, March 8 - 13.

Joe's Pub has just added: Preview of the Arts and Literature to Life presents Fahrenheit 451 (2/23), Arts and Crafts: A New Musical by Sandra Bernhard and Justin Bond (3/7), Danica Dora (3/12), Pedro Moraes (3/22), The Poison Tree (3/23), Matthias Loibner & Natasa Mirkovic (3/29), Build: CD Release w/ special guests Twi the Humble Feather (3/31), Morley (4/2), Leslie Kritzer IS Leslie Kritzer at Joe's Pub (4/17, 4/18 & 4/24), Lady Rizo (4/22), Chris Pureka w/ special guest Sea of Bees (4/26), SHELLS: Banker by day...Diva by night (4/28 & 5/26) & Lori Lieberman (5/1). Click any of the links to go to the show's page on www.JOESPUB.COM.

American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.)'s Opening Night Gala celebrating the world premiere of Armistead Maupin's Tales of the City will take place Wednesday, June 1, 2011.

KEIGWIN + COMPANY will present EXIT, a world premiere choreographed by Artistic Director Larry Keigwin, at The Joyce Theater, March 8 - 13. The evening-length work, inspired by the worlds of fashion and drama, will feature original music by electro-acoustic cellist Chris Lancaster and pianist Jerome Begin. Mr. Begin will perform live. The Joyce Theater is located at 175 Eighth Avenue at 19th Street.

Our Lady J: LIVE at Ivan Kane's Cafe Was TONIGHT with NO COVER CHARGE!

American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) Artistic Director Carey Perloff announced Bruce Norris's critically-acclaimed Clybourne Park as the final play of the company's 44th subscription season. Home is where the heart-and history-is in Clybourne Park, a 'spiky and damningly insightful new comedy' (The New York Times).