H.M.S. PINAFORE to be Presented at Lesher Center for the Arts in August
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2025
Lamplighters Music Theatre will present H.M.S. Pinafore, the Gilbert & Sullivan all-time favorite. Premiering in 1878, H.M.S. Pinafore was their first smash hit and became the gold standard for light opera for generations to come.
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2025
Lamplighters Music Theatre will present H.M.S. Pinafore, the Gilbert & Sullivan all-time favorite. Premiering in 1878, H.M.S. Pinafore was their first smash hit and became the gold standard for light opera for generations to come.
New Play By Brian Thorstenson Will Premiere at The Marsh
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2025
The Marsh has announced BATT & BASS ON THE ROAD, a new play by Brian Thorstenson. Directed by Tracy Ward, the two-hander stars Thorstenson alongside Brad Anderson-Smith as friends on a very long road trip.
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2025
The Marsh has announced BATT & BASS ON THE ROAD, a new play by Brian Thorstenson. Directed by Tracy Ward, the two-hander stars Thorstenson alongside Brad Anderson-Smith as friends on a very long road trip.
SHAMELESS HUSSY Comes to The Marsh Berkeley
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2025
The Marsh Berkeley will present a provocative and passionate journey into the world of 20th century author Anaïs Nin with Shameless Hussy, by local playwright Lynne Kaufman.
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2025
The Marsh Berkeley will present a provocative and passionate journey into the world of 20th century author Anaïs Nin with Shameless Hussy, by local playwright Lynne Kaufman.
Review: HOME? A PALESTINIAN WOMAN'S PURSUIT OF LIFE, LIBERTY & HAPPINESS at Z Below
by Steve Murray - August 04, 2025
Hend is an adorable Palestinian five-year old giddy about attending her Jewish best friend’s Purim party. Dressed as a pretty princess, she can’t wait for the poppyseed hamantaschen, the ubiquitous pastry of the holiday.
by Steve Murray - August 04, 2025
Hend is an adorable Palestinian five-year old giddy about attending her Jewish best friend’s Purim party. Dressed as a pretty princess, she can’t wait for the poppyseed hamantaschen, the ubiquitous pastry of the holiday.
Los Altos Stage Company to Present CABARET This September
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2025
Los Altos Stage Company will present Cabaret from September 5–28, 2025 at the Bus Barn Theater. The production features direction by Lee Ann Payne and music direction by Gus Kambeitz, with a Pay-What-You-Can preview on September 4.
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2025
Los Altos Stage Company will present Cabaret from September 5–28, 2025 at the Bus Barn Theater. The production features direction by Lee Ann Payne and music direction by Gus Kambeitz, with a Pay-What-You-Can preview on September 4.
Photos: RICHARD III at Silicon Valley Shakespeare
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2025
Silicon Valley Shakespeare has released production photos for its new staging of Richard III, featuring an all-female and nonbinary cast. Directed by Doll Piccotto.
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2025
Silicon Valley Shakespeare has released production photos for its new staging of Richard III, featuring an all-female and nonbinary cast. Directed by Doll Piccotto.
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL to Return to BroadwaySF's Orpheum Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2025
BroadwaySF will return to BroadwaySF’s Orpheum Theatre for a limited engagement in December. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets to the engagement here!
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2025
BroadwaySF will return to BroadwaySF’s Orpheum Theatre for a limited engagement in December. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets to the engagement here!
AL'S CULT by Melina Cohen-Bramwell Comes to Potrero Stage
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2025
Performances for Al's Cult are August 21 through August 24 at Portrero Stage, 1695 18th Street, San Francisco CA 94107.
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2025
Performances for Al's Cult are August 21 through August 24 at Portrero Stage, 1695 18th Street, San Francisco CA 94107.
Oakland Theater Project Brings William Shakespeare's HAMLET to San Rafael
by Emmy Rice - August 02, 2025
Oakland Theater Project will continue its 2025 Season with a bold new production of William Shakespeare’s Hamlet, directed by OTP Executive Director Michael Socrates Moran, at Marin Shakespeare Company’s indoor theater in San Rafael from September 5—21.
by Emmy Rice - August 02, 2025
Oakland Theater Project will continue its 2025 Season with a bold new production of William Shakespeare’s Hamlet, directed by OTP Executive Director Michael Socrates Moran, at Marin Shakespeare Company’s indoor theater in San Rafael from September 5—21.
Review: MJ Dazzles at Broadway San Jose
by Linda Hodges - July 30, 2025
It was the 1984 Grammys, and a friend and I were lucky enough to score tickets in the cheap seats at LA’s Shrine Auditorium. Michael Jackson’s Thriller was a global phenomenon, and the excitement was electric even before the award show began.
by Linda Hodges - July 30, 2025
It was the 1984 Grammys, and a friend and I were lucky enough to score tickets in the cheap seats at LA’s Shrine Auditorium. Michael Jackson’s Thriller was a global phenomenon, and the excitement was electric even before the award show began.
Lizz Roman & Dancers To Premiere Site-Specific Work SUNSET DANCES IV In San Francisco
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2025
Lizz Roman & Dancers (LRD) will return this fall with Sunset Dances IV, a new site-specific dance performance engaging the unique architecture of a two-story home in San Francisco’s Outer Sunset neighborhood.
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2025
Lizz Roman & Dancers (LRD) will return this fall with Sunset Dances IV, a new site-specific dance performance engaging the unique architecture of a two-story home in San Francisco’s Outer Sunset neighborhood.
LUIGI: THE MUSICAL Extends San Francisco Run at The Independent
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2025
Luigi: The Musical, the viral dark comedy musical that has sparked both outrage and acclaim since its announcement, is extending its run at The Independent in San Francisco following a string of sold-out performances.
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2025
Luigi: The Musical, the viral dark comedy musical that has sparked both outrage and acclaim since its announcement, is extending its run at The Independent in San Francisco following a string of sold-out performances.
Jonathan Spector’s EUREKA DAY to Launch Marin Theatre 2025/26 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2025
Marin Theatre will kick off its 2025/26 season with Jonathan Spector’s play Eureka Day presented in partnership with Aurora Theatre Company in a new production that reunites almost all of its original cast and creative team. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2025
Marin Theatre will kick off its 2025/26 season with Jonathan Spector’s play Eureka Day presented in partnership with Aurora Theatre Company in a new production that reunites almost all of its original cast and creative team. Learn more!
World Irish Dance Champions to Bring A TASTE OF IRELAND to Eureka
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2025
One of the world’s top Irish dance shows, featuring a starry roster of international dance champions, A Taste of Ireland—The Irish Music & Dance Sensation, is coming to Eureka in September.
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2025
One of the world’s top Irish dance shows, featuring a starry roster of international dance champions, A Taste of Ireland—The Irish Music & Dance Sensation, is coming to Eureka in September.
San Francisco Opera Reveals THE MONKEY KING Committee
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2025
San Francisco Opera has announced the formation of The Monkey King Committee. A distinguished and diverse array of influential leaders spanning business, nonprofit, tech and cultural sectors.
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2025
San Francisco Opera has announced the formation of The Monkey King Committee. A distinguished and diverse array of influential leaders spanning business, nonprofit, tech and cultural sectors.
Theatre Performer Sandra Weldon Has Passed Away
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to learn of the passing of theatre performer Sandra Weldon. Learn more about the life and career of Weldon on BroadwayWorld here.
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to learn of the passing of theatre performer Sandra Weldon. Learn more about the life and career of Weldon on BroadwayWorld here.
Terror Vault to Present HEXED at the San Francisco Mint
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2025
Terror Vault—the Bay Area’s award-winning haunted attraction— will returns this spook season with the world premiere of HEXED, the newest chapter of the fully immersive horror experience. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2025
Terror Vault—the Bay Area’s award-winning haunted attraction— will returns this spook season with the world premiere of HEXED, the newest chapter of the fully immersive horror experience. Learn more!
A TASTE OF IRELAND is Coming to Vermont in September
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2025
One of the world's top Irish dance shows, featuring a starry roster of international dance champions, A Taste of Ireland—The Irish Music & Dance Sensation, comes to Vermont, fresh off its West End debut in the U.K. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - July 29, 2025
One of the world's top Irish dance shows, featuring a starry roster of international dance champions, A Taste of Ireland—The Irish Music & Dance Sensation, comes to Vermont, fresh off its West End debut in the U.K. Learn more!
OY, WHAT THEY SAID ABOUT LOVE is Coming to The Marsh Berkeley This Fall
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2025
The Marsh Berkeley will host acclaimed playwright and performer Steve Budd for a new, Jewish take on his hit show What They Said About Love, titled Oy, What They Said About Love, taking the stage in the East Bay this fall.
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2025
The Marsh Berkeley will host acclaimed playwright and performer Steve Budd for a new, Jewish take on his hit show What They Said About Love, titled Oy, What They Said About Love, taking the stage in the East Bay this fall.
Hend Ayoub’s HOME? to Have Off-Broadway Production at 59E59 Theaters
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2025
San Francisco Playhouse's production of Hend Ayoub’s Home? A Palestinian Woman’s Pursuit of Life, Liberty & Happiness will transfer to New York for a limited Off-Broadway engagement this fall. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2025
San Francisco Playhouse's production of Hend Ayoub’s Home? A Palestinian Woman’s Pursuit of Life, Liberty & Happiness will transfer to New York for a limited Off-Broadway engagement this fall. Learn more!
CORY HENRY & THE FUNK APOSTLES and More Set for SFJAZZ September 2025 Programming
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2025
In September, SFJAZZ will kick off its 2025/26 season with a mix of talent, setting the tone for a month of performances across its venues. Learn more about the September lineup and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2025
In September, SFJAZZ will kick off its 2025/26 season with a mix of talent, setting the tone for a month of performances across its venues. Learn more about the September lineup and see how to purchase tickets.
John Lloyd Young Will Play Feinstein's At The Nikko
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2025
Tony and Grammy Award winner John Lloyd Young leaves virtually no stone unturned as he interprets the greatest hits of Little Anthony, The Platters, Sam Cooke, Smokey, Luther and, yes, some Jersey Boys, too. It's Mostly Soul!
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2025
Tony and Grammy Award winner John Lloyd Young leaves virtually no stone unturned as he interprets the greatest hits of Little Anthony, The Platters, Sam Cooke, Smokey, Luther and, yes, some Jersey Boys, too. It's Mostly Soul!
Main Street Theatre Works Celebrates 30 Years with THE AFFECTIONS OF MAY
by Emmy Rice - July 26, 2025
This year, Main Street Theatre Works (MSTW) celebrates 30 years of producing live theatre in Amador County, and their 21st year at the Kennedy Mine Amphitheatre in Jackson. They kicked off their 2025 Summer Season with the very funny Artifice, and now present their second summer show, The Affections of May, by Norm Foster, directed by Julie Anchor.
by Emmy Rice - July 26, 2025
This year, Main Street Theatre Works (MSTW) celebrates 30 years of producing live theatre in Amador County, and their 21st year at the Kennedy Mine Amphitheatre in Jackson. They kicked off their 2025 Summer Season with the very funny Artifice, and now present their second summer show, The Affections of May, by Norm Foster, directed by Julie Anchor.
ANAK NI TAPIA: LEAVING MOTHER Comes To San Francisco
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2025
Following a series of celebrated performances in Chicago, Milan, Hollywood, and Toronto, Chicago-based playwright and performer Lani T. Montreal brings her powerful solo show, Anak ni Tapia: Leaving Mother, to San Francisco's FREE PLAY FESTIVAL this August.
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2025
Following a series of celebrated performances in Chicago, Milan, Hollywood, and Toronto, Chicago-based playwright and performer Lani T. Montreal brings her powerful solo show, Anak ni Tapia: Leaving Mother, to San Francisco's FREE PLAY FESTIVAL this August.
THE GOLDEN GIRLS LIVE: THE CHRISTMAS EPISODES Comes to San Francisco’s Curran Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2025
San Francisco’s most eagerly-awaited holiday tradition—The Golden Girls Live: The Christmas Episodes—returns to San Francisco’s historic Curran Theatre for a limited engagement beginning in December.
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2025
San Francisco’s most eagerly-awaited holiday tradition—The Golden Girls Live: The Christmas Episodes—returns to San Francisco’s historic Curran Theatre for a limited engagement beginning in December.
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The Great Dickens Christmas Fair & Victorian Holiday Party
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“E4TT/RMF New Music Piano Summit”
Berkeley Piano Club, 2724 Haste Street (3/1 - 3/1) | |
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“El Tiempo Latine”
Center for New Music, 55 Taylor St (5/16 - 5/16) | |
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