Review: HAMNET at American Conservatory Theatre
Maggie O’Farrell’s fictionalized account of Agnes Hathaway was a solid hit when released in 2020, winning literary awards for its unique perspective on the little-known woman maligned by scholars.
San Francisco Theater Newsroom
The latest news on live theater in San Francisco from Broadway shows on tour to regional theater.
RAGTIME Will Launch National Tour in Fall 2027
Lincoln Center Theater’s Broadway revival of Ragtime, directed by Kewsong Lee Artistic Director Lear deBessonet, announced today that it will launch a North American Tour in the fall of 2027.
Cece Carpio, Sarah Crowell, Danny Duncan & Cheryl Dunye Named Rainin Arts Fellowship Recipients
The Kenneth Rainin Foundation announced the 2026 recipients of The Rainin Arts Fellowship, an annual program honoring Bay Area artists working in Dance, Film, Public Space, and Theater.
OH, MARY! Reveals Tour Dates and Cities For 2026-27
The North American Tour of Oh, Mary! has announced the dates and cities for its 2026-27 season.
Play Broadway Games Every Day in May and Win a Merch Prize Pack
BroadwayWorld is launching the May 2026 Games Challenge - a month-long streak competition open to fans across the U.
Club Fugazi to Celebrate Mother's Day with Special Brunch Experience
This Mother’s Day, Club Fugazi is inviting families to celebrate with a one-of-a-kind North Beach experience: a special pre-show Mother’s Day brunch before a matinee performance of Dear San Francisco.
Contest: Win Tickets to See PURPOSE at La Jolla Playhouse
Enter for a chance to win a pair of tickets to most awarded play of 2025, Purpose, by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins.
THE HOUSE OF BERNARDA To Be Performed At Omni Commons
Oakland Theater Project has announced their third production in its 2026 Season.
HADESTOWN To Return To San Francisco Next Year
Following its well-received engagement this Spring, Hadestown will return to ATG San Francisco’s Orpheum Theatre for a limited engagement early next year.
VIDEO: Karen Mason Entertains San Fransisco Sea Lions With Song
Karen Mason brought her jazzy rendition of 'Hello Dolly!' to the sea lions of San Fransisco's Pier 39.
Video: Inside Rehearsals for THE LUNCHBOX at Berkeley Repertory Theatre with Director Rachel Chavkin
Berkeley Repertory Theatre has released rehearsal footage of THE LUNCHBOX, the world premiere musical adaptation of Ritesh Batra's internationally acclaimed film, now playing through June 28, 2026 at the Roda Theatre.
THE SECRET GARDEN to Close Cinnabar Theater 53rd Season
Cinnabar Theater will close its 53rd season with The Secret Garden, the musical by Marsha Norman and Lucy Simon, directed by Jane Erwin at Warren Theater in Rohnert Park, CA.
3Below Theaters Announces Closure
The downtown San Jose venue 3Below Theaters will close later this month, its owners Shannon and Scott Guggenheim have announced.
LA TRAGÉDIE DE CARMEN To Be Presented By Merola Opera Program In July
The Merola Opera Program will present LA TRAGÉDIE DE CARMEN as part of its 2026 season in San Francisco.
Video: First Look at LA TRAVIATA at Opera San José
Opera San José has released first look footage of LA TRAVIATA, Verdi's beloved tragic love story now playing through May 3, 2026 at the California Theatre in downtown San Jose.
Michael Tilson Thomas, Longtime San Francisco Symphony Leader, Dies at 81
Michael Tilson Thomas, the American conductor, pianist, and composer who led the San Francisco Symphony for 25 years, has died at 81.
THE GLASS MENAGERIE, DRACULA: A COMEDY IN TERRORS, and BAT BOY, Set For Center REP 2026/27 Season
Center Repertory Company announced its 2026/27 season, DREAMERS & DAREDEVILS, featuring THE GLASS MENAGERIE, DRACULA: A COMEDY IN TERRORS, YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO THE END OF THE WORLD!, and BAT BOY: THE MUSICAL.
PASS THE NAILS AND SHAME THE DEVIL Extended at The Marsh Berkeley
Pearl Louise's debut solo show, directed by David Ford, traces a Black family's journey from Louisiana to 1980s East Oakland amid the crack epidemic.
THE WIZARD OF OZ Cast Set For 113th Mountain Play Season
The Mountain Play has announced casting for THE WIZARD OF OZ in its 113th season.
The Rita Moreno Awards Reveals 2026 Nominees
The Rita Moreno Awards revealed the 2026 nominees who will compete in front of a panel of judges.
NEWSIES Unseats LES MISÉRABLES to Win BroadwayWorld's 2026 Ultimate Movie Musical Bracket
After six weeks of voting, BroadwayWorld readers have crowned Newsies the Ultimate Best Movie Musical in the 2026 edition of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket.
Z Space Will Host BECOMING A MAN and Launch Trans Artist Initiative with Gender Reveal Party
Z Space announced a Gender Reveal Party celebrating the launch of its Trans Artist Initiative, alongside a post-show conversation series tied to its production of BECOMING A MAN, P.
AFTERMATH LITURGY World Premiere To Be Presented By Contemporary Asian Theater Scene
Contemporary Asian Theater Scene (CATS) will present the world premiere staged reading of AFTERMATH LITURGY, a commissioned play with music by playwright Min Kahng, performed at Wesley United Methodist Church in San Jose's Japantown.
Merola Opera Program to Kick Off 2026 Season With Neapolitan-Inspired Vocal/Piano Recital
San Francisco’s acclaimed Merola Opera Program will kick off its 2026 season with L’Anima Napoletana, a Neapolitan-inspired vocal/piano recital celebrating the lyrical richness and emotional depth of Southern Italy.
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Pickleball Hillbarn Theatre (8/20-9/13) |
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The Employee Dharma Handbook Lucie Stern Theatre (7/08-8/02) |
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PRESENT LAUGHTER ORINDA STARLIGHT VILLAGE PLAYERS (7/24-8/15) PHOTOS |
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Hello, Dolly! Hillbarn Theatre (4/15-5/09) |
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The Death of Meyerhold Shotgun Players Ashby Stage (11/28-1/01) |
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Holly Shaw’s ROAR! The Marsh Berkeley (8/29-8/30) |
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The Cottage Cloverdale Performing Arts Center (8/01-8/16) |
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The Phantom of the Opera San Jose Center for the Performing Arts (10/07-10/18) |
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Dear San Francisco Club Fugazi (9/16-9/30) |
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Sherry Glaser’s Life & Death: A Love Story The Marsh Berkeley (8/21-8/22) |