Photos: Opera San José Stages WEST SIDE STORY, April 16-May 1
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2022
Opera San José will close its 2021–2022 season with West Side Story, Arthur Laurents, Leonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim, and Jerome Robbins’s classic American tale of two star-crossed lovers and the prejudices that keep them apart.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2022
Opera San José will close its 2021–2022 season with West Side Story, Arthur Laurents, Leonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim, and Jerome Robbins’s classic American tale of two star-crossed lovers and the prejudices that keep them apart.
Masquers Playhouse Announces Opening Of ROCKET MAN
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2022
Masquers Playhouse announces opening of ROCKET MAN. ROCKET MAN is a serious comedy about the road not taken. Danny Rowan has placed everything he owns on his front lawn, along with a sign that reads: “Here's my life. Make an offer,” He has cut a skylight into his attic and placed his E-Z Boy recliner underneath –where he can sit, staring at the stars.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2022
Masquers Playhouse announces opening of ROCKET MAN. ROCKET MAN is a serious comedy about the road not taken. Danny Rowan has placed everything he owns on his front lawn, along with a sign that reads: “Here's my life. Make an offer,” He has cut a skylight into his attic and placed his E-Z Boy recliner underneath –where he can sit, staring at the stars.
Dance Theatre Of Harlem Brings Stevie Wonder Ballet, More To Walnut Creek This April
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2022
The Lesher Center Presents Headliners series will bring the world-renowned Dance Theatre of Harlem to Walnut Creek for two performances only.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2022
The Lesher Center Presents Headliners series will bring the world-renowned Dance Theatre of Harlem to Walnut Creek for two performances only.
Transcendence Theatre Company's TRANSCENDENCE FOR ALL Shares The Power Of The Arts With Underrepresented Groups
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2022
Transcendence Theatre Company, the award-winning, Sonoma County based theatre company, is proud to partner with several organizations throughout Sonoma County to present Transcendence For All - a program designed to bring the benefits and excitement of musical theater to various underrepresented groups in Sonoma County that include youths, senior citizens, people with disabilities, and other groups, and the schools and nonprofits that support them.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2022
Transcendence Theatre Company, the award-winning, Sonoma County based theatre company, is proud to partner with several organizations throughout Sonoma County to present Transcendence For All - a program designed to bring the benefits and excitement of musical theater to various underrepresented groups in Sonoma County that include youths, senior citizens, people with disabilities, and other groups, and the schools and nonprofits that support them.
Playful People Productions to Present FROZEN JR.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2022
San Jose's Playful People Productions has announced its production of Disney's Frozen Jr. Three casts of children between the ages of four and fifteen play the beloved characters who discover the power of knowing yourself and relying on your friends.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2022
San Jose's Playful People Productions has announced its production of Disney's Frozen Jr. Three casts of children between the ages of four and fifteen play the beloved characters who discover the power of knowing yourself and relying on your friends.
San Francisco Ballet Appoints Danielle St.Germain-Gordon as Executive Director
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2022
San Francisco Ballet (SF Ballet) today announced the appointment of Danielle St.Germain-Gordon as its Executive Director. The Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees, led by co-Chairs Sunnie Evers and Robert Shaw, unanimously voted for her appointment.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2022
San Francisco Ballet (SF Ballet) today announced the appointment of Danielle St.Germain-Gordon as its Executive Director. The Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees, led by co-Chairs Sunnie Evers and Robert Shaw, unanimously voted for her appointment.
Upstart Crows Present 'TIS BUT A SCRATCH Next Month
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2022
Upstart Crows of Santa Fe presents its Spring Scenes show: 'Tis but a scratch - a mashup of scenes from Monty Python's Holy Grail and iconic Shakespearean stage fights. April 22, 6:30 p.m. and April 24th , 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Scottish Rite Temple (463 Paseo De Peralta).
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2022
Upstart Crows of Santa Fe presents its Spring Scenes show: 'Tis but a scratch - a mashup of scenes from Monty Python's Holy Grail and iconic Shakespearean stage fights. April 22, 6:30 p.m. and April 24th , 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Scottish Rite Temple (463 Paseo De Peralta).
San Francisco Opera Announces Complete Programs For Schwabacher Recital Series Concerts
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2022
The new season of the Schwabacher Recital Series, presented by San Francisco Opera Center and Merola Opera Program, continues on Wednesday, April 6 and Wednesday, April 27 at San Francisco's Dianne and Tad Taube Atrium Theater. Featuring recent and current San Francisco Opera Adler Fellows and Merola Opera Program alumni, the programs showcase emerging young artists from around the globe in the intimacy of a recital setting.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2022
The new season of the Schwabacher Recital Series, presented by San Francisco Opera Center and Merola Opera Program, continues on Wednesday, April 6 and Wednesday, April 27 at San Francisco's Dianne and Tad Taube Atrium Theater. Featuring recent and current San Francisco Opera Adler Fellows and Merola Opera Program alumni, the programs showcase emerging young artists from around the globe in the intimacy of a recital setting.
Opera Parallele Presents the San Francisco Debut of JOHN HOLIDAY in April
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2022
Special to the evening will be the San Francisco debut performance of critically acclaimed opera singer and finalist on NBC television’s hit show The Voice, countertenor John Holiday, in a spectacular musical program spanning opera to pop, including the artist’s heartfelt interpretation of Harold Arlen’s immortal “Over the Rainbow.” Kevin Korth will be Holiday’s musical collaborator.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2022
Special to the evening will be the San Francisco debut performance of critically acclaimed opera singer and finalist on NBC television’s hit show The Voice, countertenor John Holiday, in a spectacular musical program spanning opera to pop, including the artist’s heartfelt interpretation of Harold Arlen’s immortal “Over the Rainbow.” Kevin Korth will be Holiday’s musical collaborator.
BWW Review: PROGRAM 4 at San Francisco Ballet Makes Everything Old Feel New Again
by Jim Munson - March 17, 2022
BroadwayWorld reviews San Francisco Ballet's richly-rewarding Program 4, which runs lives onstage at the War Memorial Opera House through Sunday, March 20th. The dazzling program pairs the Bournonville Romantic-era classic 'La Sylphide' with Alexei Ratmansky's 'The Seasons,' a rambunctious, contemporary reimagining of a lost Petipa ballet.
by Jim Munson - March 17, 2022
BroadwayWorld reviews San Francisco Ballet's richly-rewarding Program 4, which runs lives onstage at the War Memorial Opera House through Sunday, March 20th. The dazzling program pairs the Bournonville Romantic-era classic 'La Sylphide' with Alexei Ratmansky's 'The Seasons,' a rambunctious, contemporary reimagining of a lost Petipa ballet.
BWW Review: PASSING STRANGE at Shotgun Players
by Steve Murray - March 17, 2022
The Bay Area is enjoying a renaissance of black theatre, perhaps in conjunction with Black History Month: NCTC's Dot, MTC's Pass Over and now Shotgun Players' spectacular revival of Passing Strange, the Tony, Obie, and Drama Critics Circle Award winning musical. First premiered by Berkeley Rep in 2006, the story chronicles a young middle class black man's journey to self-discovery through an explosion of witty dialogue, eye popping visuals, a magical multi-genre score and brilliant ensemble performances.
by Steve Murray - March 17, 2022
The Bay Area is enjoying a renaissance of black theatre, perhaps in conjunction with Black History Month: NCTC's Dot, MTC's Pass Over and now Shotgun Players' spectacular revival of Passing Strange, the Tony, Obie, and Drama Critics Circle Award winning musical. First premiered by Berkeley Rep in 2006, the story chronicles a young middle class black man's journey to self-discovery through an explosion of witty dialogue, eye popping visuals, a magical multi-genre score and brilliant ensemble performances.
Berkeley Rep's OVATION Gala to Return in April
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2022
On Saturday, April 29 Berkeley Repertory Theatre is inviting guests to its signature event OVATION, an evening to celebrate the organization’s 54th anniversary by honoring the Theatre’s return to live performances.
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2022
On Saturday, April 29 Berkeley Repertory Theatre is inviting guests to its signature event OVATION, an evening to celebrate the organization’s 54th anniversary by honoring the Theatre’s return to live performances.
VIDEO: Watch an All New Trailer For 42nd Street Moon's A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2022
San Francisco's 42nd Street Moon presents its first production of 2022: the Tony Award®-nominated A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING, a musical revue showcasing the songs of Rodgers and Hammerstein. A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING was conceived by Walter Bobbie and features music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II and music arrangements by Fred Wells.
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2022
San Francisco's 42nd Street Moon presents its first production of 2022: the Tony Award®-nominated A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING, a musical revue showcasing the songs of Rodgers and Hammerstein. A GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING was conceived by Walter Bobbie and features music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II and music arrangements by Fred Wells.
Berkeley Rep Presents the West Coast Premiere Of OCTET
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2022
Berkeley Repertory Theatre announced today the full cast for the upcoming west coast premiere chamber choir musical, Octet written by three- time Tony Award nominee Dave Malloy (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812) and directed by Annie Tippe, produced by special arrangement with Diana DiMenna and Plate Spinner Productions.
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2022
Berkeley Repertory Theatre announced today the full cast for the upcoming west coast premiere chamber choir musical, Octet written by three- time Tony Award nominee Dave Malloy (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812) and directed by Annie Tippe, produced by special arrangement with Diana DiMenna and Plate Spinner Productions.
Top Bay Area Musicians Will Perform a Benefit Concert For 'Doctors Without Borders' In The Ukraine
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2022
Top Bay Area musicians will perform a four-hour concert at Empress in Vallejo to benefit Doctors Without Borders in Ukraine. The concert takes place on Sunday, March 20 from 4pm - 8pm. 'Peace March” from the Vallejo Ferry Terminal four blocks to the Empress starting at 2:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2022
Top Bay Area musicians will perform a four-hour concert at Empress in Vallejo to benefit Doctors Without Borders in Ukraine. The concert takes place on Sunday, March 20 from 4pm - 8pm. 'Peace March” from the Vallejo Ferry Terminal four blocks to the Empress starting at 2:30 p.m.
San Francisco Shakespeare Festival Announces Performances And Directors For 40th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2022
San Francisco Shakespeare Festival is pleased to announce that Shannon R. Davis will direct this summer's Free Shakespeare in the Park production of Shakespeare's popular romantic comedy, Much Ado About Nothing.
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2022
San Francisco Shakespeare Festival is pleased to announce that Shannon R. Davis will direct this summer's Free Shakespeare in the Park production of Shakespeare's popular romantic comedy, Much Ado About Nothing.
African-American Shakespeare Presents Modern Verse Translation Of RICHARD II
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2022
The African-American Shakespeare Company returns this April with their first-ever production of Richard II. In addition to it being in a modern verse translation, the director L. Peter Callender is structuring it as a memory play, where the narrative begins at the end and works its way forward.
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2022
The African-American Shakespeare Company returns this April with their first-ever production of Richard II. In addition to it being in a modern verse translation, the director L. Peter Callender is structuring it as a memory play, where the narrative begins at the end and works its way forward.
Dirtybird Campout Announces 2022 Flash Sale
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2022
Today, the best boutique music festival in the world, Dirtybird Campout, has announced the Flash Sale details for its return to the Modesto Reservoir Campground this October 7-9.
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2022
Today, the best boutique music festival in the world, Dirtybird Campout, has announced the Flash Sale details for its return to the Modesto Reservoir Campground this October 7-9.
Awesome Theatre Presents COFFEE LADY This Month
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2022
Awesome Theatre announces its return to the stage after two years without a public performance. Originally scheduled for May 2020, Awesome Theatre will begin 2022 with Coffee Lady, a “Tort Reform Ghost Story” Written by Bridgette Dutta Portman and Directed by Nikki Menez.
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2022
Awesome Theatre announces its return to the stage after two years without a public performance. Originally scheduled for May 2020, Awesome Theatre will begin 2022 with Coffee Lady, a “Tort Reform Ghost Story” Written by Bridgette Dutta Portman and Directed by Nikki Menez.
The Mill Valley Chamber Music Society Presents: Quartet San Francisco
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2022
The Mill Valley Chamber Music Society presents the Bay Area’s own Quartet San Francisco as part of the 49th season of their Chamber Music Concert Series. Under the Artistic Direction of longtime board member and classical music enthusiast Bill Horne, the Mill Valley Chamber Music Society is thrilled to present an all-new season of world-renowned musicians in an intimate setting at an affordable ticket price.
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2022
The Mill Valley Chamber Music Society presents the Bay Area’s own Quartet San Francisco as part of the 49th season of their Chamber Music Concert Series. Under the Artistic Direction of longtime board member and classical music enthusiast Bill Horne, the Mill Valley Chamber Music Society is thrilled to present an all-new season of world-renowned musicians in an intimate setting at an affordable ticket price.
BATS Improv Welcomes Two New Artistic Directors
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2022
BATS Improv, the Bay Area's premier improv performing and training company, has announced Karen Brelsford and Derek Yee as the company's new Co-Artistic Directors. It's the first time in the company's history that two people will share the job of Artistic Director. BATS Improv (Bay Area Theatresports), is the largest and longest-running Improv Theatre and school in Northern California, founded in 1986.
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2022
BATS Improv, the Bay Area's premier improv performing and training company, has announced Karen Brelsford and Derek Yee as the company's new Co-Artistic Directors. It's the first time in the company's history that two people will share the job of Artistic Director. BATS Improv (Bay Area Theatresports), is the largest and longest-running Improv Theatre and school in Northern California, founded in 1986.
New Ballet 5th Annual FAST FORWARD Contemporary Ballet Announced at Hammer Theatre Center
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2022
Fast Forward provides the opportunity for award-winning and cutting-edge choreographers, both local and from around the country, to experiment. Choreographers Amy Seiwert, Duncan Cooper, Marika Brussel, Mariana Sobral and Dalia Rawson are creating brand new works that push the boundaries of classical ballet. Set to music ranging from classical to singer-songwriters performing live, this program will treat audiences to a fast-paced evening of new contemporary ballet, often described by the dancers as their favorite program of the season.
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2022
Fast Forward provides the opportunity for award-winning and cutting-edge choreographers, both local and from around the country, to experiment. Choreographers Amy Seiwert, Duncan Cooper, Marika Brussel, Mariana Sobral and Dalia Rawson are creating brand new works that push the boundaries of classical ballet. Set to music ranging from classical to singer-songwriters performing live, this program will treat audiences to a fast-paced evening of new contemporary ballet, often described by the dancers as their favorite program of the season.
BWW Review: Jeanna De Waal at Feinstein's At The Nikko Celebrates Life's Highs and Lows and Everything in Between
by Jim Munson - March 15, 2022
BroadwayWorld reviews Jeanna de Waal's new cabaret show at Feinstein's at the Nikko in San Francisco. The star of 'Diana, the Musical' explores life's highs and lows in an entertaining 60 minutes.
by Jim Munson - March 15, 2022
BroadwayWorld reviews Jeanna de Waal's new cabaret show at Feinstein's at the Nikko in San Francisco. The star of 'Diana, the Musical' explores life's highs and lows in an entertaining 60 minutes.
Oakland Theater Project Presents West Coast Premiere Of ENDLINGS
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2022
Oakland Theater Project will present the West Coast Premiere of Endlings by Celine Song, directed by May Liang (Artistic Director, Ferocious Lotus Theatre Company) from April 8—May 1 at OTP's theater at FLAX art & design (1501 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Oakland CA 94612).
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2022
Oakland Theater Project will present the West Coast Premiere of Endlings by Celine Song, directed by May Liang (Artistic Director, Ferocious Lotus Theatre Company) from April 8—May 1 at OTP's theater at FLAX art & design (1501 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Oakland CA 94612).
Kronos Quartet Honors Executive Director Janet Cowperthwaite's 40th Anniversary
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2022
The Kronos Quartet/Kronos Performing Arts Association (KPAA) is pleased to announce the occasion of KPAA Executive Director and Kronos Manager Janet Cowperthwaite’s 40th Anniversary.
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2022
The Kronos Quartet/Kronos Performing Arts Association (KPAA) is pleased to announce the occasion of KPAA Executive Director and Kronos Manager Janet Cowperthwaite’s 40th Anniversary.
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