Cinnabar Theater to Return to Live Performances With Molly Smith Metzler's CRY IT OUT
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2021
Sonoma County's popular Cinnabar Theater returns to live performances September 10 - 26 with the local debut of multi-award-winning playwright Molly Smith Metzler's acclaimed comedy Cry It Out, a smart, funny, and equally emotional work about three new mothers from three different backgrounds with one shared struggle.
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2021
Sonoma County's popular Cinnabar Theater returns to live performances September 10 - 26 with the local debut of multi-award-winning playwright Molly Smith Metzler's acclaimed comedy Cry It Out, a smart, funny, and equally emotional work about three new mothers from three different backgrounds with one shared struggle.
SOMEWHERE and THE TEMPEST Will Come to Pear Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2021
Pear Theatre continues its 2021-22 season with an exciting co-production with The Perspective Theatre Company (formerly the Arabian Shakespeare Festival), rescheduled from last season.
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2021
Pear Theatre continues its 2021-22 season with an exciting co-production with The Perspective Theatre Company (formerly the Arabian Shakespeare Festival), rescheduled from last season.
Young Women's Choral Projects Founding Director Susan McMane To Retire
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2021
Ahead of its 10th anniversary season, the Young Women's Choral Projects of San Francisco (YWCP) announced today that Founding Director Susan McMane will retire in July 2022. At the end of the forthcoming season, Dr. McMane will conduct her final concerts with the Young Women's Chorus in San Francisco on Wednesday, June 23, 2022, and in Paris on Saturday, July 3, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2021
Ahead of its 10th anniversary season, the Young Women's Choral Projects of San Francisco (YWCP) announced today that Founding Director Susan McMane will retire in July 2022. At the end of the forthcoming season, Dr. McMane will conduct her final concerts with the Young Women's Chorus in San Francisco on Wednesday, June 23, 2022, and in Paris on Saturday, July 3, 2022.
Jacob Langfelder Launches Broadway And Vine In Napa Valley With Tony Yazbeck And Lance Horne
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2021
Tony nominee Jacob Langfelder (Sea Wall/A Life) launched Broadway and Vine this week with Tony nominee Tony Yazbeck (On The Town, Gypsy, A Chorus Line, and star of the upcoming Broadway production of Flying Over Sunset) and Emmy Award winning composer and lyricist, Lance Horne, at Tre Posti in Napa Valley.
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2021
Tony nominee Jacob Langfelder (Sea Wall/A Life) launched Broadway and Vine this week with Tony nominee Tony Yazbeck (On The Town, Gypsy, A Chorus Line, and star of the upcoming Broadway production of Flying Over Sunset) and Emmy Award winning composer and lyricist, Lance Horne, at Tre Posti in Napa Valley.
Bay Area Performing Arts Organizations Unify Behind Covid-19 Protocols For Audience Safety
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2021
Theatre Bay Area, the San Francisco Bay Area's theatre arts service organization, announced the creation of common health protocols to protect returning audiences.
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2021
Theatre Bay Area, the San Francisco Bay Area's theatre arts service organization, announced the creation of common health protocols to protect returning audiences.
TheatreWorks to Reopen October 2021 With LIZARD BOY
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2021
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley will resume in-person performances when it launches its previously announced 51st season, featuring eight plays and musicals presented October 2021 through August 2022, kicking off with the new indie folk-rock musical Lizard Boy.
by BWW News Desk - August 27, 2021
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley will resume in-person performances when it launches its previously announced 51st season, featuring eight plays and musicals presented October 2021 through August 2022, kicking off with the new indie folk-rock musical Lizard Boy.
PINOCCHIO, ZORRO!, and More Celebrated SMUIN Works Presented Virtually Next Month
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2021
Smuin Contemporary Ballet will launch its 28th season with a thrilling throwback to audience favorites by its late founder in Limitless Michael Smuin: A Virtual Series, a look at four beautiful, archived ballets presented online with interactive watch parties and panel discussions with special guests.
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2021
Smuin Contemporary Ballet will launch its 28th season with a thrilling throwback to audience favorites by its late founder in Limitless Michael Smuin: A Virtual Series, a look at four beautiful, archived ballets presented online with interactive watch parties and panel discussions with special guests.
For The Record Live & Feinstein's At The Nikko Present BRATPACK
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2021
Tease your hair, dig out those Trapper-Keepers and your favorite acid wash jeans, and get ready for the party of the year! Feinstein's at the Nikko announced today that For The Record—the nationally acclaimed genre-bending series that brings classic movie soundtracks to thrilling life on stage—will make their San Francisco debut with BratPack.
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2021
Tease your hair, dig out those Trapper-Keepers and your favorite acid wash jeans, and get ready for the party of the year! Feinstein's at the Nikko announced today that For The Record—the nationally acclaimed genre-bending series that brings classic movie soundtracks to thrilling life on stage—will make their San Francisco debut with BratPack.
California Symphony Returns To Live Performances, Launches 2021-22 Season With EMPEROR
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2021
After more than a year of offering virtual performances during the pandemic, California Symphony returns to live concerts next month, launching its 2021-22 season with Emperor, a program that presents music of comfort to Bay Area audiences.
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2021
After more than a year of offering virtual performances during the pandemic, California Symphony returns to live concerts next month, launching its 2021-22 season with Emperor, a program that presents music of comfort to Bay Area audiences.
CCCT Returns to Live, In-Person Programming With OUR TOWN
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2021
Contra Costa Civic Theatre will return to live, in-person Main Stage productions this fall with one of the giants of the American theatre, Thornton Wilder's Our Town.
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2021
Contra Costa Civic Theatre will return to live, in-person Main Stage productions this fall with one of the giants of the American theatre, Thornton Wilder's Our Town.
Grammy Winner Eric Whitacre Unveils Documentary About Making Music During Pandemic
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2021
Grammy Award-winning conductor and composer Eric Whitacre, whose worldwide audiences number in the millions, has released a behind-the-scenes documentary showing how young singers struggling with the loss of making live music were able to unite during the pandemic to perform together virtually.
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2021
Grammy Award-winning conductor and composer Eric Whitacre, whose worldwide audiences number in the millions, has released a behind-the-scenes documentary showing how young singers struggling with the loss of making live music were able to unite during the pandemic to perform together virtually.
Student Blog: Great Additions to Your Theatre Library
by Student Blogger: Mia Van Deloo - August 25, 2021
This past summer, I enjoyed the sunshine and warm weather with some theatre books. Some were plays, some were memoirs of actors and some were theory or history books. I wanted to share some of my favorites from the past couple of months as we move into the back-to-school spirit.
by Student Blogger: Mia Van Deloo - August 25, 2021
This past summer, I enjoyed the sunshine and warm weather with some theatre books. Some were plays, some were memoirs of actors and some were theory or history books. I wanted to share some of my favorites from the past couple of months as we move into the back-to-school spirit.
New Conservatory Theatre Center Announces World Premiere Adaptation Of Harrison David Rivers' INTERLUDE
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2021
In October, New Conservatory Theatre Center will celebrate 40 years of serving the Bay Area LGBTQ+ community and its long-awaited return to live performances with the inaugural production of their benchmark 21-22 Season, Interlude by Harrison David Rivers.
by BWW News Desk - August 25, 2021
In October, New Conservatory Theatre Center will celebrate 40 years of serving the Bay Area LGBTQ+ community and its long-awaited return to live performances with the inaugural production of their benchmark 21-22 Season, Interlude by Harrison David Rivers.
Word for Wordcast Production of Anna Maria Ortese's A PAIR OF EYEGLASSES Begins September 16
by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2021
Word for Word, a program of Z space, Word For Wordcast 2021 season continues with Anna Maria Ortese's 'A Pair of Eyeglasses' translated from the Italian by Ann Goldstein and Jenny McPhee posting on September 16.
by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2021
Word for Word, a program of Z space, Word For Wordcast 2021 season continues with Anna Maria Ortese's 'A Pair of Eyeglasses' translated from the Italian by Ann Goldstein and Jenny McPhee posting on September 16.
SF Sketchfest Announces Dates for 20th Anniversary Festival
by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2021
SF Sketchfest announces dates for the 20th anniversary of the comedy festival. After hitting pause on the live festival in 2021 due to COVID, the San Francisco Comedy Festival returns to celebrate its milestone 20th year January 7-23, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - August 24, 2021
SF Sketchfest announces dates for the 20th anniversary of the comedy festival. After hitting pause on the live festival in 2021 due to COVID, the San Francisco Comedy Festival returns to celebrate its milestone 20th year January 7-23, 2022.
AXIS Dance Company Announces New Season RE:SURGE
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2021
After returning to the UK to renew his visa in July 2020, Brew found himself stranded there due to travel restrictions brought about by the pandemic which ultimately led to the realization that living in two places was no longer feasible; re:surge will feature a final new work from Brew (Roots Above Ground) in his capacity as Artistic Director that addresses the potent pull to find home.
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2021
After returning to the UK to renew his visa in July 2020, Brew found himself stranded there due to travel restrictions brought about by the pandemic which ultimately led to the realization that living in two places was no longer feasible; re:surge will feature a final new work from Brew (Roots Above Ground) in his capacity as Artistic Director that addresses the potent pull to find home.
IMMERSIVE VAN GOGH San Francisco Announces Extension
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2021
Due to ongoing ticket demand, Lighthouse Immersive announced today that Immersive Van Gogh—the original, blockbuster exhibition that invites audiences to step inside post-Impressionist artist Vincent van Gogh’s most incredible works of art—will extend through Sunday, November 7, 2021 at San Francisco’s SVN West (10 S. Van Ness Ave.).
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2021
Due to ongoing ticket demand, Lighthouse Immersive announced today that Immersive Van Gogh—the original, blockbuster exhibition that invites audiences to step inside post-Impressionist artist Vincent van Gogh’s most incredible works of art—will extend through Sunday, November 7, 2021 at San Francisco’s SVN West (10 S. Van Ness Ave.).
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Appoints Alejandra Cisneros as Director of Arts Engagement
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2021
In this role, Cisneros will engage TheatreWorks’ communities, lead its work in arts education, community partnerships, and accessibility, create and manage community responsive programs that promote diversity and individual creativity, and work with students and educators in TheatreWorks venues and at schools.
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2021
In this role, Cisneros will engage TheatreWorks’ communities, lead its work in arts education, community partnerships, and accessibility, create and manage community responsive programs that promote diversity and individual creativity, and work with students and educators in TheatreWorks venues and at schools.
WILDE AND MAUGHAM Will Stream Next Week
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2021
Only invited audience can attend in person but ALL can watch for free on-line. The Essential Services Project reboots with brand-new shows! Shows continue now through August 26!
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2021
Only invited audience can attend in person but ALL can watch for free on-line. The Essential Services Project reboots with brand-new shows! Shows continue now through August 26!
West Coast Premiere of Isaac Gómez's THE DISPLACED to be Presented by Crowded Fire Theater
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2021
Crowded Fire Theater has announced their return to in-person theatre with the West Coast Premiere of THE DISPLACED by Isaac Gómez, directed by CFT Artistic Director Mina Morita, with Associate Director Karina Gutiérrez, and featuring Jordan Maria Don and Troy Rockett.
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2021
Crowded Fire Theater has announced their return to in-person theatre with the West Coast Premiere of THE DISPLACED by Isaac Gómez, directed by CFT Artistic Director Mina Morita, with Associate Director Karina Gutiérrez, and featuring Jordan Maria Don and Troy Rockett.
Landmark Musical Theatre Announces 2021-2022 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2021
San Francisco’s Landmark Musical Theatre has announced the titles for the Company’s upcoming in-person 2021-2022 season.
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2021
San Francisco’s Landmark Musical Theatre has announced the titles for the Company’s upcoming in-person 2021-2022 season.
A Concert Of Songs From SIDEWAYS: The Musical Will Be Performed at Buena Vista Winery
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2021
Offering audiences a sneak peak of author Rex Pickett's hilarious new musical, these two alfresco concerts will take place on the grounds of the Winery's historic property in Sonoma with performances by four of Broadway's brightest new stars including Devin Archer (Miss Saigon), Audrey Cardwell (Falsettos; Bright Star), Nicholas Edwards (Frozen; Last 5 Years) and Emily Goglia (Grease, Live!; STAGES).
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2021
Offering audiences a sneak peak of author Rex Pickett's hilarious new musical, these two alfresco concerts will take place on the grounds of the Winery's historic property in Sonoma with performances by four of Broadway's brightest new stars including Devin Archer (Miss Saigon), Audrey Cardwell (Falsettos; Bright Star), Nicholas Edwards (Frozen; Last 5 Years) and Emily Goglia (Grease, Live!; STAGES).
Marin Theatre Company Announces 2021–2022 Season Featuring West Coast Post-Broadway Premiere of PASS OVER & More
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2021
Noting that the health and safety of its audiences, performers, staff, and volunteers are a top priority, Marin Theatre Company announced today the postponement of the opening of its 2021–2022 season until November 2021.
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2021
Noting that the health and safety of its audiences, performers, staff, and volunteers are a top priority, Marin Theatre Company announced today the postponement of the opening of its 2021–2022 season until November 2021.
Don Reed of GOING OUT at The Marsh Is Thrilled to Be Back Where He Belongs, Performing Live Onstage in Berkeley
by Jim Munson - August 19, 2021
The Marsh couldn't have chosen anyone more fitting for its return to live in-person performances than fan favorite Don Reed, whose partnership with The Marsh encompasses many hit shows over the past decade. Starting August 21st, Reed performs his brand-new one-man show 'Going Out' at The Marsh Berkeley. BroadwayWorld talks to Reed about the show.
by Jim Munson - August 19, 2021
The Marsh couldn't have chosen anyone more fitting for its return to live in-person performances than fan favorite Don Reed, whose partnership with The Marsh encompasses many hit shows over the past decade. Starting August 21st, Reed performs his brand-new one-man show 'Going Out' at The Marsh Berkeley. BroadwayWorld talks to Reed about the show.
Broadway San Jose to Kick Off Season with HAMILTON in October; Get Tickets Now!
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2021
Producer Jeffery Seller and Broadway San Jose, a Nederlander Presentation, announced today that HAMILTON will play a limited three-week engagement at San Jose’s Center for the Performing Arts (255 S. Almaden Blvd.) beginning Tuesday, October 12 and running through Sunday, October 31, 2021.
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2021
Producer Jeffery Seller and Broadway San Jose, a Nederlander Presentation, announced today that HAMILTON will play a limited three-week engagement at San Jose’s Center for the Performing Arts (255 S. Almaden Blvd.) beginning Tuesday, October 12 and running through Sunday, October 31, 2021.
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