Remote Theater And The Marsh Stage THE CHOICE in July
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2022
Remote Theater, the award-winning 'live cinema' company born during the pandemic, announced today the July 2022 production of 'The Choice,' a multi-playwright reflection on Roe v. Wade. Styled after Remote/Marsh's much-lauded January production, Insurrection - examining the events of January 6, 2021 - The Choice seeks to bring greater understanding to ongoing conflicts in American civic life by dramatizing different stories in different voices working with some of the nation's greatest playwrights and actors.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2022
Remote Theater, the award-winning 'live cinema' company born during the pandemic, announced today the July 2022 production of 'The Choice,' a multi-playwright reflection on Roe v. Wade. Styled after Remote/Marsh's much-lauded January production, Insurrection - examining the events of January 6, 2021 - The Choice seeks to bring greater understanding to ongoing conflicts in American civic life by dramatizing different stories in different voices working with some of the nation's greatest playwrights and actors.
San Francisco Opera's IN SONG Wins 2022 Webby People's Voice Award
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2022
The Webby Awards announced today that San Francisco Opera’s intimate video portrait series In Song, produced with Lumahai Productions, won the 2022 “Webby People’s Voice Award” for best music “Video Series & Channel.” In a competitive category of five nominees including NPR, Pitchfork and Soundcloud, In Song received the most online votes cast between April 5 and April 21 for “the Internet’s highest honor” (New York Times). In Song was also nominated for the 2022 Webby Award for best music “Video Series & Channel,” for which the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences selected In The Know x Complex: Making it.
by BWW News Desk - May 01, 2022
The Webby Awards announced today that San Francisco Opera’s intimate video portrait series In Song, produced with Lumahai Productions, won the 2022 “Webby People’s Voice Award” for best music “Video Series & Channel.” In a competitive category of five nominees including NPR, Pitchfork and Soundcloud, In Song received the most online votes cast between April 5 and April 21 for “the Internet’s highest honor” (New York Times). In Song was also nominated for the 2022 Webby Award for best music “Video Series & Channel,” for which the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences selected In The Know x Complex: Making it.
BWW Review: AIROTIC SOIREE at Great Star Theatre
by Steve Murray - May 01, 2022
Built in 1925, the revived 500-seat Great Star Theater is the only remaining theater in San Francisco's Chinatown and now has the hottest show in town with AirOtic Soiree, a sensationally seductive evening of aerial circus artistry and burlesque cabaret at its finest.
by Steve Murray - May 01, 2022
Built in 1925, the revived 500-seat Great Star Theater is the only remaining theater in San Francisco's Chinatown and now has the hottest show in town with AirOtic Soiree, a sensationally seductive evening of aerial circus artistry and burlesque cabaret at its finest.
SFFILM Announces 2022 Golden Gate Award Winners
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2022
The Festival made its long-awaited return on April 21, inviting audiences back into the theaters with a program filled with unique stories and perspectives from around the world and the Bay Area.
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2022
The Festival made its long-awaited return on April 21, inviting audiences back into the theaters with a program filled with unique stories and perspectives from around the world and the Bay Area.
Italian/Persian Pianist Alessandro Deljavan to Come to The Bay Area Steinway Society
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2022
Steinway Society of The Bay Area is set to present Alessandro Deljavan in performances of Haydn and Chopin on Saturday, June 4, 2022 at 7:30pm at the Montgomery Theater, 271 South Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113. Purchasers may choose to watch the event Live or LiveStreamed. Ticket Prices range from $42 to $65 for live performance. Streaming Tickets are $40 per household. Link is live for 48 hours from the time of the live concert.
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2022
Steinway Society of The Bay Area is set to present Alessandro Deljavan in performances of Haydn and Chopin on Saturday, June 4, 2022 at 7:30pm at the Montgomery Theater, 271 South Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113. Purchasers may choose to watch the event Live or LiveStreamed. Ticket Prices range from $42 to $65 for live performance. Streaming Tickets are $40 per household. Link is live for 48 hours from the time of the live concert.
Adam Strauss of THE MUSHROOM CURE & ADAM STRAUSS IS NOT UNHAPPY at The Marsh Berkeley Embraces Radical Uncertainty
by Jim Munson - April 29, 2022
BroadwayWorld talks to actor/playwright/comedian Adam Strauss about his two seriously funny solo shows, 'The Mushroom Cure' and 'Adam Strauss Is Not Unhappy' running at The Marsh Berkeley through May 27th.
by Jim Munson - April 29, 2022
BroadwayWorld talks to actor/playwright/comedian Adam Strauss about his two seriously funny solo shows, 'The Mushroom Cure' and 'Adam Strauss Is Not Unhappy' running at The Marsh Berkeley through May 27th.
BWW Review: OCTET at Berkeley Rep Finds the Humanity in Our Technology-Obsessed Culture
by Jim Munson - April 29, 2022
BroadwayWorld reviews Berkeley Rep's pitch-perfect production of Dave Malloy's beguiling acapella musical 'Octet' running live through May 29th
by Jim Munson - April 29, 2022
BroadwayWorld reviews Berkeley Rep's pitch-perfect production of Dave Malloy's beguiling acapella musical 'Octet' running live through May 29th
TheatreWorks Stages Immersive Celebration A MUSE BALL, May 22
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2022
This May, TheatreWorks Silicon Valley will immerse guests in an interactive and colorful celebration of art and inspiration at its spring fundraiser, A Muse Ball.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2022
This May, TheatreWorks Silicon Valley will immerse guests in an interactive and colorful celebration of art and inspiration at its spring fundraiser, A Muse Ball.
VIDEO: See Highlights from FUN HOME at 42nd Street Moon
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2022
San Francisco's 42nd Street Moon presents the first San Francisco-produced version of the five-time Tony Award winning musical FUN HOME.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2022
San Francisco's 42nd Street Moon presents the first San Francisco-produced version of the five-time Tony Award winning musical FUN HOME.
Berkeley Playhouse Will Present LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS in May
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2022
Berkeley Playhouse continues its 13th season of musical theater productions with Little Shop of Horrors, performing May 27 to July 3, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2022
Berkeley Playhouse continues its 13th season of musical theater productions with Little Shop of Horrors, performing May 27 to July 3, 2022.
THE EMPIRE STRIPS BACK Burlesque Parody Announces Summer Engagement, July 6 – August 28
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2022
Today, the internationally acclaimed The Empire Strips Back – the Unauthorized Star Wars Burlesque Parody announced an eight-week summer engagement at San Francisco's Great Star Theater, from July 6–August 28, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2022
Today, the internationally acclaimed The Empire Strips Back – the Unauthorized Star Wars Burlesque Parody announced an eight-week summer engagement at San Francisco's Great Star Theater, from July 6–August 28, 2022.
New Ballet Presents LA BOUTIQUE FANTASQUE, May 22
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2022
'La Boutique Fantasque '' or 'The Enchanted Toyshop' was originally a ballet choreographed by Leonide Massine in 1919 for the Ballet Russes. In a completely re-imagined production choreographed by Dalia Rawson, New Ballet's dancers will introduce you to a toyshop in Paris where dolls are brought to life.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2022
'La Boutique Fantasque '' or 'The Enchanted Toyshop' was originally a ballet choreographed by Leonide Massine in 1919 for the Ballet Russes. In a completely re-imagined production choreographed by Dalia Rawson, New Ballet's dancers will introduce you to a toyshop in Paris where dolls are brought to life.
The Novato Theater Company Presents A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2022
The Novato Theater Company announces A Doll's House, Part 2 by Lucas Hnath as the last play of their 2021 - 22 season. It previews on Thursday, May 19 (7:30pm), and runs Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm until June 12, 2022. To serve their deaf patrons, Novato Theater Company is offering one performance with sign language interpreters on Sunday, June 5.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2022
The Novato Theater Company announces A Doll's House, Part 2 by Lucas Hnath as the last play of their 2021 - 22 season. It previews on Thursday, May 19 (7:30pm), and runs Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm until June 12, 2022. To serve their deaf patrons, Novato Theater Company is offering one performance with sign language interpreters on Sunday, June 5.
San Francisco Bay Area Theatre Critics Circle To Announce 45th Theatre Awards Recipients This Saturday
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2022
The San Francisco Bay Area Theatre Critics Circle will announce the recipients of their 45th Excellence in Theatre Awards on Saturday, April 30. The awards will be announced via video presentations that are scheduled to go live on the SFBATCC website at 1:00 pm.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2022
The San Francisco Bay Area Theatre Critics Circle will announce the recipients of their 45th Excellence in Theatre Awards on Saturday, April 30. The awards will be announced via video presentations that are scheduled to go live on the SFBATCC website at 1:00 pm.
The Actors' Gang's CAN'T PAY? DON'T PAY! Extends
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2022
Can't Pay? Don't Pay! written by Nobel Laureate Dario Fo and Franca Rame is now extended at The Actors' Gang Theater in the old Ivy Substation through Saturday, June 11.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2022
Can't Pay? Don't Pay! written by Nobel Laureate Dario Fo and Franca Rame is now extended at The Actors' Gang Theater in the old Ivy Substation through Saturday, June 11.
CandyBomber Productions Brings its New Show FRAY to San Francisco at the Midway
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2022
Today, CandyBomber Productions Founder Kate Duhamel announced the San Francisco premiere of FRAY, at The Midway, June 3–4, 2022 at 8 p.m., following its debut at Stanford Live (May 26-27).
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2022
Today, CandyBomber Productions Founder Kate Duhamel announced the San Francisco premiere of FRAY, at The Midway, June 3–4, 2022 at 8 p.m., following its debut at Stanford Live (May 26-27).
BWW Feature: HELGI TOMASSON: A CELEBRATION at San Francisco Ballet Was a Night for Cheers, Tears and Gratitude
by Jim Munson - April 26, 2022
BroadwayWorld reports on 'Helgi Tomasson: A Celebration' at San Francisco Ballet held on April 24th to honor the retirement of its transformative artistic director after an unprecedented 37 years at the helm.
by Jim Munson - April 26, 2022
BroadwayWorld reports on 'Helgi Tomasson: A Celebration' at San Francisco Ballet held on April 24th to honor the retirement of its transformative artistic director after an unprecedented 37 years at the helm.
The Mountain Play Presents HELLO, DOLLY! in May and June
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2022
The Mountain Play, the San Francisco Bay Area's most magical outdoor theater experience, is proud to present HELLO, DOLLY! for its 109th Season, May 22 through June 19. Directed by Jay Manley, with musical direction by David Möschler, and choreography by Zoë Swenson-Graham, HELLO, DOLLY! will entertain audiences of all ages in a one-of-a-kind mountaintop event.
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2022
The Mountain Play, the San Francisco Bay Area's most magical outdoor theater experience, is proud to present HELLO, DOLLY! for its 109th Season, May 22 through June 19. Directed by Jay Manley, with musical direction by David Möschler, and choreography by Zoë Swenson-Graham, HELLO, DOLLY! will entertain audiences of all ages in a one-of-a-kind mountaintop event.
Kronos Performing Arts Association and SFJAZZ Present AT WAR WITH OURSELVES - 400 Years Of You
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2022
The San Francisco–based Kronos Quartet/Kronos Performing Arts Association (KPAA) and SFJAZZ are pleased to present the Bay Area premiere of At War With Ourselves - 400 Years of You, an evening-length song cycle exploring race relations and movements for social justice, civil rights, and resistance. At War With Ourselves will have two San Francisco performances at SFJAZZ Center, May 7-8, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2022
The San Francisco–based Kronos Quartet/Kronos Performing Arts Association (KPAA) and SFJAZZ are pleased to present the Bay Area premiere of At War With Ourselves - 400 Years of You, an evening-length song cycle exploring race relations and movements for social justice, civil rights, and resistance. At War With Ourselves will have two San Francisco performances at SFJAZZ Center, May 7-8, 2022.
Photos: First Look at FUN HOME at 42nd Street Moon
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2022
All new photos have been released from the first San Francisco-produced version of the five-time Tony Award-winning musical FUN HOME at 42nd Street Moon.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2022
All new photos have been released from the first San Francisco-produced version of the five-time Tony Award-winning musical FUN HOME at 42nd Street Moon.
The Forum Collective and PEACE Out Loud Present Immersive MOTHER+PEACE
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2022
The Forum Collective, co-producing with PEACE Out Loud, presents the premiere of an immersive experience by Tiff Lin and Diego Mireles Duran, or DMD. Mother+Peace explores healing an individual's relationship with the land by facing the tensions between parental expectations and personal identity.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2022
The Forum Collective, co-producing with PEACE Out Loud, presents the premiere of an immersive experience by Tiff Lin and Diego Mireles Duran, or DMD. Mother+Peace explores healing an individual's relationship with the land by facing the tensions between parental expectations and personal identity.
Northern California Welcomes Back Pierre Bensusan, France's Acoustic Guitar Master
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2022
An audience favorite in Northern California, French-Algerian acoustic guitar virtuoso, vocalist and composer Pierre Bensusan is back performing a number of concerts plus a workshop.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2022
An audience favorite in Northern California, French-Algerian acoustic guitar virtuoso, vocalist and composer Pierre Bensusan is back performing a number of concerts plus a workshop.
Experts On Psychedelics Join MUSHROOM CURE Talkbacks at The Marsh Berkeley
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2022
Luminaries such as Robert Jesse, founding member of the UC Berkeley Center for the Science of Psychedelics; author Dacher Keltner; Dr. Beatriz Caiuby Labate, and other unique leaders in the fields of health and psychedelics will join actor Adam Strauss following performances of The Mushroom Cure at The Marsh Berkeley for free talkbacks May 6–27.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2022
Luminaries such as Robert Jesse, founding member of the UC Berkeley Center for the Science of Psychedelics; author Dacher Keltner; Dr. Beatriz Caiuby Labate, and other unique leaders in the fields of health and psychedelics will join actor Adam Strauss following performances of The Mushroom Cure at The Marsh Berkeley for free talkbacks May 6–27.
Photos: First Look at CROWNS at Contra Costa Civic Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2022
Contra Costa Civic Theatre (CCCT) concludes its live, in-person Main Stage season with the musical Crowns by Regina Taylor, adapted from the book “Crowns: Portraits of Black Women in Church Hats” by Michael Cunningham and Craig Marberry.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2022
Contra Costa Civic Theatre (CCCT) concludes its live, in-person Main Stage season with the musical Crowns by Regina Taylor, adapted from the book “Crowns: Portraits of Black Women in Church Hats” by Michael Cunningham and Craig Marberry.
Young Women's Choral Projects Announces Dr. Martín Benvenuto As Incoming Interim Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2022
The Board of Young Women's Choral Projects of San Francisco announced today that Dr. Martín Benvenuto will serve as the Interim Artistic Director and Head of Staff for the 2022-23 season. Dr. Benvenuto will fill the position following YWCP Founding Director, Dr. Susan McMane, who will retire in July 2022 after 10 years at the helm.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2022
The Board of Young Women's Choral Projects of San Francisco announced today that Dr. Martín Benvenuto will serve as the Interim Artistic Director and Head of Staff for the 2022-23 season. Dr. Benvenuto will fill the position following YWCP Founding Director, Dr. Susan McMane, who will retire in July 2022 after 10 years at the helm.
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