Marines' Memorial Theatre Announces Their Upcoming Events

Major General Mike Myatt, President and CEO of San Francisco's Marines' Memorial Association, and Roxanne Goodfellow, Artistic & General Manager of the Marines' Memorial Theatre, are proud to present these upcoming entertainment events.

DATE: January 24, 2010 at 7 p.m.
TICKETS: All tickets are $51
EVENT: The San Francisco Mime Troupe presents a benefit performance of "Too Big to Fail," a satirical examination of the pitfalls and absurdities of an economy based on credit. Told in the tradition of West African Griots (storytellers), this modern day epic follows Filije, a newlywed madly in love with his wife, and dissatisfied with their one dowry goat. In the San Francisco Mime Troupe's usual winning combination of satire and song, "Too Big to Fail" ultimately asks, How did all of the greed get started? And more importantly, How the hell can we turn it off? Proceeds from this performance go toward the reinstitution of the Mime Troupe's national touring program. For tickets, please visit marinesmemorialtheatre.com or call 415-771-6900. For additional information on the San Francisco Mime Troupe, visit sfmt.org.

DATE: January 29 - 31, 2010
TICKETS: Free
EVENT: Theatre Bay Area General Auditions Theatre Bay Area presents its annual Equity-sanctioned event where member performers can be seen by 100-150 auditors representing 80-90 large to small West Coast theatre companies, as well as independent directors and casting directors. For more information on general auditions, visit: theatrebayarea.org/programs/auditions.

DATE: January 30, 2010 at 8 p.m.
TICKETS: All tickets are $39
EVENT: JARRETT PRODUCTIONS presents MEISNER
For one night only, Jim Jarrett presents his smash-hit, one-man show, MEISNER. Based on one of the world's most influential and respected teachers of acting, Sanford Meisner, Jarrett gives audiences the rare opportunity to experience firsthand the master teacher who helped advance more acting careers than all of the other top-name acting teachers combined! For tickets, please visit marinesmemorialtheatre.com or call 415-771-6900.

DATE: February 1, 2010 at 6 p.m.
TICKETS:$10 for Council and MMA Members; $5 Students; $25 Nonmembers
EVENT: "Shaping the Defense Department for Evolving National Security" featuring guest speaker General James E. Cartwright, Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
From Afghanistan to nuclear nonproliferation, the Department of Defense's ability to foresee and adapt to ever changing challenges remains crucial to the US Armed Forces' effectiveness in protecting our national security. To discuss this important role of the Defense Department, and present current challenges to our national security, the Council is honored to host General James Cartwright. As the eighth Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Cartwright is the nation's second highest ranking military officer. This event is sponsored by the World Affairs Council of No. California and the Marines' Memorial Association. For tickets, please visit World Affairs Council or call 415-296-4600.

DATE: February 8, 2010 at 7:30 p.m.
TICKETS: Tickets start at $45
EVENT: The Richmond/Ermet AIDS Foundations proudly presents "All You Need is Love 2 - A Help is on the Way Benefit." Featuring an all-star cast of performers, including Susan Anton, Sharon Gless, Leslie Jordan, Rita Moreno, Maureen McGovern, Kim Nalley and many, many more, proceeds from this concert will benefit Stop AIDS Project and Aguilas. For more information or tickets, visit helpisontheway.com or call 415-273-1620.

DATE: February 14, 2010 at 7 p.m.
TICKETS: Tickets range in price from $47.50 - $67.50
EVENT: THE RRAZZ ROOM CONCERT SERIES AT MARINES' MEMORIAL THEATRE PRESENTS
A VERY SPECIAL VALENTINE'S EVENING WITH BOBBY CALDWELL AND HIS BIG BAND
Tracing a thirty-year history from acclaimed soul stylist to in-demand pop and R&B songwriter, Bobby Caldwell is one of the most revered vocalists and songwriters in contemporary music today. As a singer, he has a successful career with numerous solo releases, which have earned accolades far and wide. His songwriting skills have earned hits not only for himself, but also for well-known artists like Chicago, Boz Scaggs, Neil Diamond and Al Jarreau. Bobby's timeless classic, "What You Won't Do For Love" (1978) has been recorded and sampled by more than 100 artists. For tickets, please visit marinesmemorialtheatre.com or call 415-771-6900. For additional information on the Rrazz Room, visit therrazzroom.com.

DATE: March 6, 2010 at 2 & 8 p.m.
TICKETS: Tickets range in price from $27 - $42
EVENT: San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus presents "Lights, Camera, Action!" On the eve of the Academy Awards, SFGMC's ensembles invite you on a musical journey through Hollywood with hits made famous by the silver screen. From De Mille to Spielberg and Disney to Rocky Horror, join us and re-live the magic of classic and contemporary blockbusters. Proceeds from the 2 p.m. performance will go to Academy of Friends. For tickets, please visit marinesmemorialtheatre.com or call 415-771-6900. For additional information on the San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus, visit sfgmc.org.

All events take place at the Marines' Memorial Theatre (609 Sutter Street at Mason, 2nd floor, San Francisco). For information, please visit marinesmemorialtheatre.com or call 415-771-6900.

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