THE MATING GAME: AN IMPROVISED GAME SHOW THAT'S MORE THAN A GAME is Coming to Synergy Theater
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2023
Synergy Theater, the folks who brought you Spontaneous Hitchcock and Spontaneous Myth and Magic returns to the Lesher Center for the Arts, at 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, with the world-debut of The Mating Game: The Improvised Game Show that's More than a Game!
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2023
Synergy Theater, the folks who brought you Spontaneous Hitchcock and Spontaneous Myth and Magic returns to the Lesher Center for the Arts, at 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, with the world-debut of The Mating Game: The Improvised Game Show that's More than a Game!
Photos: Broadway's Claybourne Elder Takes The Stage At BROADWAY & VINE
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2023
Drama Desk and Lucille Lortel Award nominee, Claybourne Elder (John Adams on HBO’s The Gilded Age, and most recently seen on Broadway in the Tony Award winning revival of Company) premiered his new solo concert If The Stars Were Mine in Napa Valley on Sunday, February 19, at Broadway and Vine. See photos from the show!
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2023
Drama Desk and Lucille Lortel Award nominee, Claybourne Elder (John Adams on HBO’s The Gilded Age, and most recently seen on Broadway in the Tony Award winning revival of Company) premiered his new solo concert If The Stars Were Mine in Napa Valley on Sunday, February 19, at Broadway and Vine. See photos from the show!
San Francisco State University School Of Theatre & Dance Presents 2023 Fringe Festival Of New Plays, April 4-8, 2023
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2023
The San Francisco State University School of Theatre & Dance will present the 2023 Fringe Festival of New Plays; presenting student playwrights and directors coordinated by Jeffrey Lo and Terry Boero as part of the School of Theatre and Dance's Spring 2023 season. The shows will be presented in the black box theatre space, better known as “ The Lab” in the Creative Arts Building, from Tuesday, April 4th to Saturday, April 8th.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2023
The San Francisco State University School of Theatre & Dance will present the 2023 Fringe Festival of New Plays; presenting student playwrights and directors coordinated by Jeffrey Lo and Terry Boero as part of the School of Theatre and Dance's Spring 2023 season. The shows will be presented in the black box theatre space, better known as “ The Lab” in the Creative Arts Building, from Tuesday, April 4th to Saturday, April 8th.
Daniel Harding Appointed As Music Director Of Youth Music Culture The Greater Bay Area
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2023
We are thrilled to announce that world-renowned maestro Daniel Harding has been appointed Music Director of Youth Music Culture the Greater Bay Area from 2024 to 2028.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2023
We are thrilled to announce that world-renowned maestro Daniel Harding has been appointed Music Director of Youth Music Culture the Greater Bay Area from 2024 to 2028.
Central Works' 33rd Season to Begin with MONDRAGOLA in March
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2023
Central Works 2023 season begins March 18 and runs through November 12, 2023 featuring the 3 new world premieres at the historic Berkeley City Club.
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2023
Central Works 2023 season begins March 18 and runs through November 12, 2023 featuring the 3 new world premieres at the historic Berkeley City Club.
SF Shakespeare Festival Relaunches Touring Program
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2023
After the Spring 2020 tour of Macbeth was abbreviated due to the pandemic, our touring troupe of actors is back on the road with Shakespeare's antic comedy, A Midsummer Night's Dream. They bring sets, props, costumes, and music to stage a fun-filled hour-long performance. At the end of the show the cast will stay for a Q&A session with the audience.
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2023
After the Spring 2020 tour of Macbeth was abbreviated due to the pandemic, our touring troupe of actors is back on the road with Shakespeare's antic comedy, A Midsummer Night's Dream. They bring sets, props, costumes, and music to stage a fun-filled hour-long performance. At the end of the show the cast will stay for a Q&A session with the audience.
Humphry Slocombe Announces Limited Edition PRETTY WOMAN THE MUSICAL Flavor
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2023
On a mission to make ice cream less vanilla, Humphry Slocombe— the chef-driven ice creamery known for unexpected flavors—announced the opening of its newest scoop shop at The Pruneyard Shopping Center (1875 South Bascom Ave, Suite 370) in Campbell, CA. To celebrate the opening, Humphry Slocombe has partnered with Broadway San Jose on a limited edition flavor, “Champagne & Strawberries,” inspired by Pretty Woman: The Musical, making its Northern California premiere at San Jose's Center for the Performing Arts from March 21–26, 2023.
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2023
On a mission to make ice cream less vanilla, Humphry Slocombe— the chef-driven ice creamery known for unexpected flavors—announced the opening of its newest scoop shop at The Pruneyard Shopping Center (1875 South Bascom Ave, Suite 370) in Campbell, CA. To celebrate the opening, Humphry Slocombe has partnered with Broadway San Jose on a limited edition flavor, “Champagne & Strawberries,” inspired by Pretty Woman: The Musical, making its Northern California premiere at San Jose's Center for the Performing Arts from March 21–26, 2023.
Review: THE HEADLANDS at A.C.T. Tells a True Crime Tale That Hits Close to Home
by Jim Munson - February 17, 2023
What did our critic think of THE HEADLANDS at A.C.T.? BroadwayWorld Christopher Chen's beguiling true crime tale that also serves as a love letter to San Francisco, running now through March 5th.
by Jim Munson - February 17, 2023
What did our critic think of THE HEADLANDS at A.C.T.? BroadwayWorld Christopher Chen's beguiling true crime tale that also serves as a love letter to San Francisco, running now through March 5th.
P!NK Announces New 'TRUSTFALL' Tour Dates Following 'Summer Carnival'
by Michael Major - February 17, 2023
The new tour dates will kick off on October 12 in California and will come to Madison Square Garden in New York City on November 4. The new tour dates follow her 'Summer Carnival,' kicking off in July, which will feature appearances by Brandi Carlile, Pat Benatar, and more.
by Michael Major - February 17, 2023
The new tour dates will kick off on October 12 in California and will come to Madison Square Garden in New York City on November 4. The new tour dates follow her 'Summer Carnival,' kicking off in July, which will feature appearances by Brandi Carlile, Pat Benatar, and more.
Photos: First Look At THE TRAVELERS At The Magic Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2023
The Magic Theatre has released first look photos for the World Premiere of Luis Alfaro’s The Travelers. Directed by Catherine Castellanos, The Travelers will perform from February 15 – March 5, 2023 at Magic Theatre’s Fort Mason.
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2023
The Magic Theatre has released first look photos for the World Premiere of Luis Alfaro’s The Travelers. Directed by Catherine Castellanos, The Travelers will perform from February 15 – March 5, 2023 at Magic Theatre’s Fort Mason.
Review: THE HEADLANDS at American Conservatory Theatre
by Steve Murray - February 16, 2023
What did our critic think of THE HEADLANDS at American Conservatory Theatre?
by Steve Murray - February 16, 2023
What did our critic think of THE HEADLANDS at American Conservatory Theatre?
California Symphony Announces New Young American Composer-In-Residence Saad Haddad
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2023
California Symphony announces its 11th Young American Composer-in-Residence (YACR) Saad Haddad (2023–2026). Over the next three seasons, Haddad will work closely with the orchestra and Music Director Donato Cabrera to create, rehearse, premiere, and record three major orchestra compositions.
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2023
California Symphony announces its 11th Young American Composer-in-Residence (YACR) Saad Haddad (2023–2026). Over the next three seasons, Haddad will work closely with the orchestra and Music Director Donato Cabrera to create, rehearse, premiere, and record three major orchestra compositions.
San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Presents 17th Annual CRESCENDO Benefit, Saturday, April 22
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2023
San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus (SFGMC) Chief Executive Officer Chris Verdugo and Artistic Director Jacob Stensberg have announced Crescendo, SFGMC's annual benefit honoring champions who support the LGBTQ+ community and advance LGBTQ+ equality through their commitment to change, their leadership, and their actions.
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2023
San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus (SFGMC) Chief Executive Officer Chris Verdugo and Artistic Director Jacob Stensberg have announced Crescendo, SFGMC's annual benefit honoring champions who support the LGBTQ+ community and advance LGBTQ+ equality through their commitment to change, their leadership, and their actions.
Interview: Luis Alfaro of THE TRAVELERS at Magic Theatre Explores the Heartland, Our Migrant Roots & Lost Connections
by Jim Munson - February 15, 2023
BroadwayWorld talks to celebrated playwright Luis Alfaro about the world premiere production of his new play 'The Travelers' running at San Francisco's Magic Theatre February 15 to March 5. The play explores the heartland, our immigrant roots and lost connections.
by Jim Munson - February 15, 2023
BroadwayWorld talks to celebrated playwright Luis Alfaro about the world premiere production of his new play 'The Travelers' running at San Francisco's Magic Theatre February 15 to March 5. The play explores the heartland, our immigrant roots and lost connections.
Borel Middle School Taps Alumni to Create Original Musical JINX, Premiering in March
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2023
Tickets are now on sale for Borel Middle School's premiere run of 'Jinx, the Musical' at the San Mateo Performing Arts Center, March 3-5, 2023. The new musical, created and written by Borel alumni Makena and Teagan Reynolds alongside JT Kaufman, will take audiences on a spellbinding journey with young teens as they try to navigate a mysterious jinx. This heartwarming production is about friendship, consequences and the power of change.
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2023
Tickets are now on sale for Borel Middle School's premiere run of 'Jinx, the Musical' at the San Mateo Performing Arts Center, March 3-5, 2023. The new musical, created and written by Borel alumni Makena and Teagan Reynolds alongside JT Kaufman, will take audiences on a spellbinding journey with young teens as they try to navigate a mysterious jinx. This heartwarming production is about friendship, consequences and the power of change.
Dance Theatre of Harlem to Return to Lesher Center for the Arts With Works by William Forsythe, Stanton Welch & More
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2023
Lesher Center for the Arts will host the return of Dance Theatre of Harlem to the West Coast, presenting the globally acclaimed company for two nights only.
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2023
Lesher Center for the Arts will host the return of Dance Theatre of Harlem to the West Coast, presenting the globally acclaimed company for two nights only.
Circus Center Names Juliana Neves As First-Ever Head Of School
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2023
The Board of Directors of Circus Center—the West Coast's premier circus arts training organization—have announced the appointment of Juliana Neves (she/her) as the institution's first-ever Head of School.
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2023
The Board of Directors of Circus Center—the West Coast's premier circus arts training organization—have announced the appointment of Juliana Neves (she/her) as the institution's first-ever Head of School.
UC Berkeley Restages Award-Winning Multimedia Experience WITHIN THESE WALLS By Lenora Lee Dance
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2023
The UC Berkeley Department of Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies (TDPS) is re-staging the award-winning multimedia work Within These Walls by Lenora Lee Dance. A cast of 14 UC Berkeley students will perform the work for Berkeley Dance Project, the annual TDPS dance concert, Feb. 23-26 at UC Berkeley's Zellerbach Playhouse.
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2023
The UC Berkeley Department of Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies (TDPS) is re-staging the award-winning multimedia work Within These Walls by Lenora Lee Dance. A cast of 14 UC Berkeley students will perform the work for Berkeley Dance Project, the annual TDPS dance concert, Feb. 23-26 at UC Berkeley's Zellerbach Playhouse.
Smuin Contemporary Ballet to Celebrate 29th Season With Annual Gala in March
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2023
Smuin Contemporary Ballet is celebrating its 29th season with Smuin’s Annual Gala, hosted by co-chairs John Konstin and Lee D. Baxter along with Smuin’s Board of Trustees and Friends of Smuin committee.
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2023
Smuin Contemporary Ballet is celebrating its 29th season with Smuin’s Annual Gala, hosted by co-chairs John Konstin and Lee D. Baxter along with Smuin’s Board of Trustees and Friends of Smuin committee.
THE NEVER TOO LATE SHOW Starring Don Reed Extended at The Marsh Berkeley
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2023
Due to popular demand, The Never Too Late Show starring Don Reed, an inspirational comic tale about never giving up, has been extended by The Marsh Berkeley.
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2023
Due to popular demand, The Never Too Late Show starring Don Reed, an inspirational comic tale about never giving up, has been extended by The Marsh Berkeley.
Photos: Get a First Look at Christopher Chen's THE HEADLANDS at American Conservatory Theater
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2023
Get a first look at photos from the West Coast premiere of Christopher Chen's The Headlands, performing at American Conservatory Theater through March 5, 2023.
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2023
Get a first look at photos from the West Coast premiere of Christopher Chen's The Headlands, performing at American Conservatory Theater through March 5, 2023.
Claybourne Elder Will Kick Off a Spring Tour in Napa
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2023
Drama Desk and Lucille Lortel Award nominee, Claybourne Elder (John Adams on HBO's The Gilded Age, and most recently seen on Broadway in the Tony Award winning revival of Company) will kick off a spring tour in Napa Valley on Sunday, February 19, at Broadway and Vine.
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2023
Drama Desk and Lucille Lortel Award nominee, Claybourne Elder (John Adams on HBO's The Gilded Age, and most recently seen on Broadway in the Tony Award winning revival of Company) will kick off a spring tour in Napa Valley on Sunday, February 19, at Broadway and Vine.
'TASHA and New Works Festival Debut at the End of February in San Francisco
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2023
San Francisco's 3Girls Theatre Company returns to a full schedule of live performances for the first time since March of 2020, when their New Works Festival—literally only days away from taking the stage—was shut down by the pandemic.
by BWW News Desk - February 10, 2023
San Francisco's 3Girls Theatre Company returns to a full schedule of live performances for the first time since March of 2020, when their New Works Festival—literally only days away from taking the stage—was shut down by the pandemic.
Grammy Winners Alphabet Rockers To Perform at UC Berkeley On February 20
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
A new video series created by The Lawrence Hall of Science uses animation and hip-hop music to introduce concepts like data, privacy, and trust to kids ages 6-10. Designed to scaffold basic science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts for underserved kids, the Tuff Pupil series features Oakland's four-time Grammy-nominated Alphabet Rockers, who collaborated on the songwriting and provided the voices of the main characters.
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
A new video series created by The Lawrence Hall of Science uses animation and hip-hop music to introduce concepts like data, privacy, and trust to kids ages 6-10. Designed to scaffold basic science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts for underserved kids, the Tuff Pupil series features Oakland's four-time Grammy-nominated Alphabet Rockers, who collaborated on the songwriting and provided the voices of the main characters.
Photos: Chanáe Curtis and Darren Drone Lead Verdi's FALSTAFF At Opera San Jose
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
First look photos! Women take charge in Opera San José’s rollicking production of Verdi’s Falstaff. Adapted from Shakespeare’s The Merry Wives of Windsor and scenes from Henry IV, Parts 1 and 2, this hilarious and beloved comedic masterpiece offers a joyful look at one of the Bard’s most popular characters, the boisterous knight Sir John Falstaff, and his misadventures at the hands of four witty women.
by BWW News Desk - February 09, 2023
First look photos! Women take charge in Opera San José’s rollicking production of Verdi’s Falstaff. Adapted from Shakespeare’s The Merry Wives of Windsor and scenes from Henry IV, Parts 1 and 2, this hilarious and beloved comedic masterpiece offers a joyful look at one of the Bard’s most popular characters, the boisterous knight Sir John Falstaff, and his misadventures at the hands of four witty women.
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Live At the Orinda - Christine Andreas
Orinda Theatre (1/18 - 1/18) | |
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Les Miserables
San Jose Center for the Performing Arts (4/29 - 5/3) | |
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STARLIGHT
Circus Bella (12/12 - 1/4) | |
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“Women Crossing/Liminality”
Cha Chi Ming Recital Hall, Bowes Center, San Francisco Conservatory of Music, 200 Van Ness Avenue (4/17 - 4/17) | |
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Spirals and Dirt
Potrero Stage (2/16 - 2/16) | |
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An Evening with a Mentalist: Jay Alexander's Mind Tricks Live
San Francisco Magic Theater (w/Jay Alexander) at the Marrakech (1/9 - 1/11) | |
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