Review: BROADWAY UNDER THE STARS - MAMMA MIA! at Transcendence Theatre Company
What happens when three possible fathers, one determined bride-to-be, and the irresistible music of ABBA collide on a Greek island?
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Review: ORPHEUS DESCENDING at Oakland Theater Project
ORPHEUS DESCENDING remains painfully relevant.
Review: URINETOWN: THE MUSICAL at Ray Of Light Theatre
What happens when water becomes a privilege—and rebellion comes with a price?
Review: THE FULL MONTY at Woodminster Summer Musicals
THE FULL MONTY at Woodminster Summer Musicals is full of laughs, groves and moves, and even poignant moments.
Review: URINETOWN: THE MUSICAL at The Barbary Stage
What did our critic think of URINETOWN: THE MUSICAL at The Barbary Stage?
Review: A CHORUS LINE at Korsa Musical Theater
Set during a Broadway audition, A Chorus Line strips away elaborate scenery and spectacle, allowing the performers—and their stories—to take center stage.
Review: JAMES BOND FOREVER (SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY) at Davies Symphony Hall
What happens when over 60 years of cinematic espionage is celebrated through the power of a live orchestra? The San Francisco Symphony's James Bond Forever concert reminds us that some of the most iconic moments in film history begin not with dialogue, but with a song.
Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC Strikes A Resonant, Political Chord at Broadway San Jose
The hills are indeed alive with The Sound of Music as the national touring production played to an enthusiastic, sold-out crowd at Broadway San Jose on opening night.
Review: HAIRSPRAY at SF Playhouse
What did our critic think of HAIRSPRAY at SF Playhouse?
Review: AN EVENING WITH SUTTON FOSTER & KELLI O'HARA at San Francisco Symphony
An Evening with Sutton Foster and Kelli O’Hara at the San Francisco Symphony is exactly the kind of event that reminds you why live performance is so magical.
Review: HAIRSPRAY at San Francisco Playhouse
What happens when a musical you’ve seen time and time again suddenly feels brand new?
Review: DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Orpheum Theatre
Disney's Beauty and the Beast wows San Francisco at the Orpheum Theatre with stunning design and Kyra Belle Johnson's standout Belle.
Review: WRECKAGE - A MUSICAL TRAGICOMEDY at San Francisco Mime Troupe
Could it possibly be that events have finally confirmed just what the San Francisco Mime Troupe has been howling at the wind for 67 years! The troupe whose shows have been called whacko, conspiratorial, commie and alarmist now find themselves leading the pack when it comes to shining a bright light
Review: Festival Napa Valley Perfectly Blends Music, Cuisine, and the Best of Wine Country
As Festival Napa Valley celebrates its 20th Anniversary Summer Season, running July 4–19, the opening weekend perfectly illustrated why the festival has become one of the country's most sought-after cultural destinations
BWW Review: Transcendence Theatre’s RADIO RECALL Uncorks Timeless Hits Under the Sonoma Stars
Celebrating its 15th season, Transcendence Theatre Company continues its mission to create extraordinary experiences that inspire all to live life to the fullest.
Review: THE EMPLOYEE DHARMA HANDBOOK at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
There’s an HR nightmare threatening a critical launch and successful IPO at a Silicon Valley aerospace company.
Review: GOAT BLOOD at Theatre Rhinoceros
Two co-workers are shooting the bull at an overlook on a starry night – pot gummies about to kick in, beers in hand.
Review: JEKYLL & HYDE at Woodminster Summer Musicals
The stars fill the skies.
Cast Set for THE EMPLOYEE DHARMA HANDBOOK World Premiere at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley has revealed the cast for the world premiere of The Employee Dharma Handbook by Geetha Reddy, directed by Snehal Desai at Lucie Stern Theatre in Palo Alto.
Review: BECOMING A MAN at Z Space
What did our critic think of BECOMING A MAN at Z Space?
Review: BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL at Broadway San Jose
Broadway San Jose launched its run of Back to the Future: The Musical before an enthusiastic Opening Night audience, and judging by the gasps, applause, laughter and the standing ovation, Hill Valley has nost none of its power to delight.
Review: THE LUNCHBOX at Berkeley Rep
What did our critic think of THE LUNCHBOX at Berkeley Rep?
Review: LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at Theatre Rhinoceros
What did our critic think of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at Theatre Rhinoceros?
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Gutenberg! The Musical! Hillbarn Theatre (10/08-11/01) |
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Live At the Orinda - 2026/2027 Concert Season Orinda Theatre (9/22-5/23) |
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School of Rock Hillbarn Theatre (11/19-12/20) |
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Shrek the Musical Berkeley Playhouse (5/21-6/20) |
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“Hollywood Exiles & Modern Noir” Piedmont Piano Company (1/24-1/24) |
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WHAT MAKES A GOOD PLAY: WRITE PLAYS THAT GET PRODUCED Frank Silvera Writers' Workshop (10/11-12/13) |
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Angels in America, Part One: Millennium Approaches Theatre Rhinoceros (11/05-11/29) |
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The Fall Show Shotgun Players Ashby Stage (9/26-10/25) |
