Finalists and Semifinalists Announced for Bay Area Playwrights Festival
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
Playwrights Foundation, the West Coast’s premier launchpad for exceptional new plays and playwrights, has announced the semifinalists and finalists for the 45th Bay Area Playwrights Festival (BAPF), which will be presented as a hybrid (in-person and streamed) festival July 29-August 07, 2022. For more information and a complete list of winners, the public may visit playwrightsfoundation.org or call 415-626-2176.
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
Playwrights Foundation, the West Coast’s premier launchpad for exceptional new plays and playwrights, has announced the semifinalists and finalists for the 45th Bay Area Playwrights Festival (BAPF), which will be presented as a hybrid (in-person and streamed) festival July 29-August 07, 2022. For more information and a complete list of winners, the public may visit playwrightsfoundation.org or call 415-626-2176.
Town Hall Theatre Announces 4th Annual Day Of Giving
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
Town Hall Theatre has announced its 4th Annual Day of Giving on May 4, 2022! The Day of Giving is a time to come together to learn about what Town Hall is doing and to give generously to make sure live theatre and theatre education can continue to be resilient and thrive.
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
Town Hall Theatre has announced its 4th Annual Day of Giving on May 4, 2022! The Day of Giving is a time to come together to learn about what Town Hall is doing and to give generously to make sure live theatre and theatre education can continue to be resilient and thrive.
VIDEO: All New Trailer For AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY at San Jose Stage Company
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
San Jose Stage Company will present Tracy Letts’ Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award®-winning play AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY. Get a first look in the all new trailer here!
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
San Jose Stage Company will present Tracy Letts’ Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award®-winning play AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY. Get a first look in the all new trailer here!
Final Weeks To See IMMERSIVE VAN GOGH and IMMERSIVE FRIDA KAHLO In San Francisco
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2022
Lighthouse Immersive, North America's leading producer of groundbreaking experiential art exhibits, announced today that Immersive Van Gogh and Immersive Frida Kahlo—the blockbuster immersive experiences that have been dazzling and delighting millions of visitors across North America—enters its final weeks at Lighthouse ArtSpace San Francisco at SVN West.
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2022
Lighthouse Immersive, North America's leading producer of groundbreaking experiential art exhibits, announced today that Immersive Van Gogh and Immersive Frida Kahlo—the blockbuster immersive experiences that have been dazzling and delighting millions of visitors across North America—enters its final weeks at Lighthouse ArtSpace San Francisco at SVN West.
BWW Review: FEFU AND HER FRIENDS at A.C.T. Delivers a Uniquely Compelling Theatrical Experience
by Jim Munson - April 11, 2022
BroadwayWorld reviews A.C.T.'s funny and moving new production of Maria Irene Fornes' multi-layered feminist classic, 'Fefu and Her Friends,' running through May 1st at the Strand Theater.
by Jim Munson - April 11, 2022
BroadwayWorld reviews A.C.T.'s funny and moving new production of Maria Irene Fornes' multi-layered feminist classic, 'Fefu and Her Friends,' running through May 1st at the Strand Theater.
Ragazzi Boys Chorus Joins Forces with The Peninsula Girls Chorus for SIBLINGS IN SONG
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2022
Resuming their long-standing history of collaboration, Ragazzi Boys Chorus will join forces with the Peninsula Girls Chorus in Siblings in Song, a rousing concert celebrating the dynamic performance skills of both groups.
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2022
Resuming their long-standing history of collaboration, Ragazzi Boys Chorus will join forces with the Peninsula Girls Chorus in Siblings in Song, a rousing concert celebrating the dynamic performance skills of both groups.
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Stages August Wilson's GEM OF THE OCEAN
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2022
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley will present Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner August Wilson’s sweeping drama Gem of the Ocean. This seminal classic will be directed by Artistic Director Tim Bond, a close friend of the late playwright and a leading interpreter of his work, making his TheatreWorks directorial debut with this play.
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2022
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley will present Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winner August Wilson’s sweeping drama Gem of the Ocean. This seminal classic will be directed by Artistic Director Tim Bond, a close friend of the late playwright and a leading interpreter of his work, making his TheatreWorks directorial debut with this play.
BWW Review: Broadway San Jose's Limited Run of RENT is Glorious
by Linda Hodges - April 09, 2022
Broadway San Jose's limited run of Jonathan Larson's RENT is a glorious time of raw-energy rock, as well as a heartrending reminder to measure your life in love. Billed as the 'Farewell Tour,' supposedly being the final time the original Michael Greif staging will travel North America, the show packs up its bags after Sunday, April 10 - and you do not want to miss it.
by Linda Hodges - April 09, 2022
Broadway San Jose's limited run of Jonathan Larson's RENT is a glorious time of raw-energy rock, as well as a heartrending reminder to measure your life in love. Billed as the 'Farewell Tour,' supposedly being the final time the original Michael Greif staging will travel North America, the show packs up its bags after Sunday, April 10 - and you do not want to miss it.
Merola Opera Company Kicks Off 2022 Summer Festival
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2022
San Francisco’s acclaimed Merola Opera Program, one of the most prestigious and selective opera training programs in the world, kicks off its historic 2022 Summer Festival with A Celebration of American Song, an exuberant recital curated by Grammy Award winner Craig Terry. Featuring familiar and time-tested songs from America’s Golden Age that were created for Broadway, musical theatre, and Hollywood film, this joyous tribute celebrates the music of composers that include Harold Arlen, Leonard Bernstein, Leon Carr, Lerner and Loewe, Frank Loesser, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Charlie Smalls, and many more.
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2022
San Francisco’s acclaimed Merola Opera Program, one of the most prestigious and selective opera training programs in the world, kicks off its historic 2022 Summer Festival with A Celebration of American Song, an exuberant recital curated by Grammy Award winner Craig Terry. Featuring familiar and time-tested songs from America’s Golden Age that were created for Broadway, musical theatre, and Hollywood film, this joyous tribute celebrates the music of composers that include Harold Arlen, Leonard Bernstein, Leon Carr, Lerner and Loewe, Frank Loesser, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Charlie Smalls, and many more.
Opera San José Names Semi-Finalists for Irene Dalis Vocal Competition
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2022
This May, Opera San José will play host to the nation’s next generation of opera stars during its Irene Dalis Vocal Competition, named for the internationally-acclaimed mezzo-soprano who founded Opera San José.
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2022
This May, Opera San José will play host to the nation’s next generation of opera stars during its Irene Dalis Vocal Competition, named for the internationally-acclaimed mezzo-soprano who founded Opera San José.
Cinnabar Theater Releases 50th Anniversary Season Lineup
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2022
Petaluma’s premier theater company, Cinnabar Theater, under the leadership of Artistic Director Nathan Cummings and Executive Director Diane Dragone, is proud to announce their 2022/2023 season lineup, celebrating their 50th anniversary.
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2022
Petaluma’s premier theater company, Cinnabar Theater, under the leadership of Artistic Director Nathan Cummings and Executive Director Diane Dragone, is proud to announce their 2022/2023 season lineup, celebrating their 50th anniversary.
Silicon Valley Gay Men's Chorus Puts A Spin On Broadway And Movie Showtunes With PLAYLIST
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
Silicon Valley Gay Men's Chorus is presenting some of their favorite songs from Broadway musicals and the silver screen like only the chorus can.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
Silicon Valley Gay Men's Chorus is presenting some of their favorite songs from Broadway musicals and the silver screen like only the chorus can.
BWW Review: PROGRAM 6 at San Francisco Ballet Shows Off the Range of This Remarkable Company
by Jim Munson - April 08, 2022
BroadwayWorld reviews San Francisco Ballet's stunningly varied Program 6. This final mixed rep program of SFB's 2022 season includes 2 world premieres that show off the incredible range of this world-class company.
by Jim Munson - April 08, 2022
BroadwayWorld reviews San Francisco Ballet's stunningly varied Program 6. This final mixed rep program of SFB's 2022 season includes 2 world premieres that show off the incredible range of this world-class company.
Cinnabar Theater Announces 50th Anniversary Season Lineup
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
Petaluma's premier theater company, Cinnabar Theater, under the leadership of Artistic Director Nathan Cummings and Executive Director Diane Dragone, is proud to has announced the lineup, celebrating their 50th anniversary.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
Petaluma's premier theater company, Cinnabar Theater, under the leadership of Artistic Director Nathan Cummings and Executive Director Diane Dragone, is proud to has announced the lineup, celebrating their 50th anniversary.
Play on Shakespeare Releases Spring and Summer 2022 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
Play On Shakespeare, the not-for-profit organization dedicated to exploring the world of Shakespeare in performance through translation and adaptation, today announces their spring/summer 2022 season. Lue Douthit, President and Co-Founder says: 'Well, the theater world is definitely opening up. We literally mean 'world' (Prague, Guam, England) and suddenly there are ten professional productions of Play On translations opening in the next few months, including two in San Francisco (African-American Shakespeare Company and Cal Shakes). We are delighted that there are so many opportunities for audiences to gather together again to see and hear Shakespeare differently. Play on!'
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
Play On Shakespeare, the not-for-profit organization dedicated to exploring the world of Shakespeare in performance through translation and adaptation, today announces their spring/summer 2022 season. Lue Douthit, President and Co-Founder says: 'Well, the theater world is definitely opening up. We literally mean 'world' (Prague, Guam, England) and suddenly there are ten professional productions of Play On translations opening in the next few months, including two in San Francisco (African-American Shakespeare Company and Cal Shakes). We are delighted that there are so many opportunities for audiences to gather together again to see and hear Shakespeare differently. Play on!'
Monterey Jazz Festival Announces Lineup for 65th Anniversary
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
Monterey Jazz Festival celebrates its 65th anniversary in 2022, a major milestone for the world’s longest continuously-running jazz festival. Over its long and distinguished history, Monterey Jazz Festival has earned a reputation for paying homage to jazz greats, but also for its focus and passion for new and diverse sounds; 2022 is a reaffirmation of both principles.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
Monterey Jazz Festival celebrates its 65th anniversary in 2022, a major milestone for the world’s longest continuously-running jazz festival. Over its long and distinguished history, Monterey Jazz Festival has earned a reputation for paying homage to jazz greats, but also for its focus and passion for new and diverse sounds; 2022 is a reaffirmation of both principles.
Oakland Ballet Presents Legacy Program and Annual Gala, April 29 - 30
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2022
Oakland Ballet Company's 2021-22 Season draws to a celebratory conclusion this month with a wide-ranging program that is both retrospective and forward-looking.
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2022
Oakland Ballet Company's 2021-22 Season draws to a celebratory conclusion this month with a wide-ranging program that is both retrospective and forward-looking.
Helgi Tomasson's Farewell Season With San Francisco Ballet Concludes With SWAN LAKE, April 29–May 8
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2022
San Francisco Ballet will close Helgi Tomasson's 37th and final season as Artistic Director and Principal Choreographer with Swan Lake, opening Friday, April 29 and running for 10 performances through May 8 at the War Memorial Opera House.
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2022
San Francisco Ballet will close Helgi Tomasson's 37th and final season as Artistic Director and Principal Choreographer with Swan Lake, opening Friday, April 29 and running for 10 performances through May 8 at the War Memorial Opera House.
Monterey Jazz Festival Announces 65th Anniversary Lineup
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2022
Monterey Jazz Festival is celebrating its 65th anniversary in 2022. Over its long and distinguished history, Monterey Jazz Festival has earned a reputation for paying homage to jazz greats, but also for its focus and passion for new and diverse sounds; 2022 is a reaffirmation of both principles.
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2022
Monterey Jazz Festival is celebrating its 65th anniversary in 2022. Over its long and distinguished history, Monterey Jazz Festival has earned a reputation for paying homage to jazz greats, but also for its focus and passion for new and diverse sounds; 2022 is a reaffirmation of both principles.
Crystal Manich of WEST SIDE STORY at Opera San José Brings Her Puerto Rican Heritage to the Iconic Musical
by Jim Munson - April 07, 2022
BroadwayWorld talks to director Crystal Manich about her vibrant new production of 'West Side Story' at Opera San Jose, which runs April 16th to May 1st at the California Theatre. The Puerto-Rican born director brings her own heritage to this iconic piece of musical theater that she has loved since she was a child.
by Jim Munson - April 07, 2022
BroadwayWorld talks to director Crystal Manich about her vibrant new production of 'West Side Story' at Opera San Jose, which runs April 16th to May 1st at the California Theatre. The Puerto-Rican born director brings her own heritage to this iconic piece of musical theater that she has loved since she was a child.
The Lark Theater to Host Screenings of Four French Comedies
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2022
The Lark Theater is set to present screenings of COMÉDIE FRANÇAISE that have been recorded lived in Paris. The productions are from the French National Theater. The four entertaining comedies being shown are set for May 22, June 26, October 2, and November 13.
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2022
The Lark Theater is set to present screenings of COMÉDIE FRANÇAISE that have been recorded lived in Paris. The productions are from the French National Theater. The four entertaining comedies being shown are set for May 22, June 26, October 2, and November 13.
San Francisco International Arts Festival to Premiere Kiandanda Dance Theater's RELIGION KITENDI: DRESS CODE
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2022
The San Francisco International Arts Festival is proud to present the World Premiere of Religion Kitendi: Dress Code by Chanel 'Byb' Bibene, artistic director of Kiandanda Dance Theater with an original live score composed and performed live by Manolo Davila. The piece is inspired by Congolese Sapeurs (dandies) who become metaphors for the legacy and ongoing political ramifications of European slavery and colonization in both Africa and America.
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2022
The San Francisco International Arts Festival is proud to present the World Premiere of Religion Kitendi: Dress Code by Chanel 'Byb' Bibene, artistic director of Kiandanda Dance Theater with an original live score composed and performed live by Manolo Davila. The piece is inspired by Congolese Sapeurs (dandies) who become metaphors for the legacy and ongoing political ramifications of European slavery and colonization in both Africa and America.
We Players' 22nd Season Features THE KEEPER
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2022
This one woman show about a female lighthouse keeper features Artistic Director Ava Roy as the keeper and is a collaboration between Roy and We Players' Associate Producer Britt Lauer. Inspired by historical figures and including passages and quotes from literature, the script is an original piece written by Roy and Lauer.
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2022
This one woman show about a female lighthouse keeper features Artistic Director Ava Roy as the keeper and is a collaboration between Roy and We Players' Associate Producer Britt Lauer. Inspired by historical figures and including passages and quotes from literature, the script is an original piece written by Roy and Lauer.
Tim Bond of GEM OF THE OCEAN at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Honors the Legacy of His Friend and Colleague August Wilson
by Jim Munson - April 06, 2022
BroadwayWorld speaks with TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Artistic Director Tim Bond about directing a new production of his friend & colleague August Wilson's enduringly relevant 'Gem of the Ocean' running live in Mountainview thru May 1.
by Jim Munson - April 06, 2022
BroadwayWorld speaks with TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Artistic Director Tim Bond about directing a new production of his friend & colleague August Wilson's enduringly relevant 'Gem of the Ocean' running live in Mountainview thru May 1.
Leadership Changes Announced at Santa Cruz Actors' Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2022
Actors' Theatre announces three changes to its leadership. A convergence of events prompts these decisions after the famed 8 Tens @8 Short Play Festival was canceled earlier this year due to the Omicron variant.
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2022
Actors' Theatre announces three changes to its leadership. A convergence of events prompts these decisions after the famed 8 Tens @8 Short Play Festival was canceled earlier this year due to the Omicron variant.
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