Pear Theatre Announces 20th Season!
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2021
After one of the most difficult years for live theatre, Pear Theatre is proud to announces its 20th anniversary season: 20 PearFect Years, Now 20 More. This exciting and ambitious lineup pairs new shows with shows that the Pear has done in the past, with many of the production slots performing in repertory (“Pear Pairings”).
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2021
After one of the most difficult years for live theatre, Pear Theatre is proud to announces its 20th anniversary season: 20 PearFect Years, Now 20 More. This exciting and ambitious lineup pairs new shows with shows that the Pear has done in the past, with many of the production slots performing in repertory (“Pear Pairings”).
Dancers' Group Announces Spring 2021 CA$H Dance Grant Recipients
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2021
Dancers' Group, a service and presenting organization in the San Francisco Bay Area, announced it has awarded $105,000 in grants to 30 Bay Area dance artists and organizations. Each grantee will receive $3,500 as part of the spring 2021 round of CA$H Dance.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2021
Dancers' Group, a service and presenting organization in the San Francisco Bay Area, announced it has awarded $105,000 in grants to 30 Bay Area dance artists and organizations. Each grantee will receive $3,500 as part of the spring 2021 round of CA$H Dance.
Club Fugazi Will Reopen With Intimate and Immersive Resident Production THE 7 FINGERS
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2021
Under this new venture, Club Fugazi—the former home of Steve Silver's Beach Blanket Babylon—will become the site of a brand-new theatrical experience from the world-renowned circus and arts collective, The 7 Fingers.
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2021
Under this new venture, Club Fugazi—the former home of Steve Silver's Beach Blanket Babylon—will become the site of a brand-new theatrical experience from the world-renowned circus and arts collective, The 7 Fingers.
Photo Flash: First Look at Doris Bumpus as 'Billie Holiday' in 42nd Street Moon's LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2021
Doris Bumpus is now starring as the legendary Billie Holiday in 42nd Street Mood's virtual production of LADY DAY AT EMERSON’S BAR AND GRILL, written by Lanie Robertson.
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2021
Doris Bumpus is now starring as the legendary Billie Holiday in 42nd Street Mood's virtual production of LADY DAY AT EMERSON’S BAR AND GRILL, written by Lanie Robertson.
THE ARMS AND ARMAMENT OF STEPHEN OF BLOIS Will Be Performed by Exit Theatre Next Week
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2021
'The Arms and Armament of Stephen of Blois: Part 2 of the Anarchy Quartet' is written by Stuart Eugene Bousel and directed by Nick Trengove and featuring Fred Pitts as Stephen of Blois.
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2021
'The Arms and Armament of Stephen of Blois: Part 2 of the Anarchy Quartet' is written by Stuart Eugene Bousel and directed by Nick Trengove and featuring Fred Pitts as Stephen of Blois.
Theatre Bay Area Introduces New Staff, Readies For Reopening
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2021
Theatre Bay Area, the San Francisco Bay Area's theatre arts service organization, announces the addition of four new staff members and a reconfigured organization structure.
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2021
Theatre Bay Area, the San Francisco Bay Area's theatre arts service organization, announces the addition of four new staff members and a reconfigured organization structure.
Pear Theatre Presents THE LATE WEDDING by Christopher Chen
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2021
Pear Theatre presents its season finale, Christopher Chen's The Late Wedding, a funny and insightful 'hall of mirrors' play, presenting endless examples of human love and longing (this show replaces the originally programmed Falsettos).
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2021
Pear Theatre presents its season finale, Christopher Chen's The Late Wedding, a funny and insightful 'hall of mirrors' play, presenting endless examples of human love and longing (this show replaces the originally programmed Falsettos).
SFGMC Presents WIRED An All-Virtual Extravaganza Celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride Month
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2021
Today, San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Artistic Director Dr. Timothy Seelig and Executive Director Chris Verdugo announced WIRED, an all-virtual showcase celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride month.
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2021
Today, San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Artistic Director Dr. Timothy Seelig and Executive Director Chris Verdugo announced WIRED, an all-virtual showcase celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride month.
The African-American Shakespeare Company Reschedules Streaming Of TWELFTH NIGHT; New Dates TBA
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2021
The African-American Shakespeare Company was to begin streaming its colorful new production of Twelfth Night on May 17, but due to technical/production delays will be rescheduled; new dates TBA.
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2021
The African-American Shakespeare Company was to begin streaming its colorful new production of Twelfth Night on May 17, but due to technical/production delays will be rescheduled; new dates TBA.
Candace Johnson of MUSIC TO MY EARS - HEARING ADOLPHUS HAILSTORK on MarshStream Shares Her Passion for Art Songs by Black Composers
by Jim Munson - May 18, 2021
If, like me, you’re not all that familiar with art songs by Black composers, Candace Johnson is here to show you what you’ve been missing out on. On May 22nd and 23rd, the acclaimed soprano and actress will perform her new show Music to My Ears - Hearing Adolphus Hailstork to kick off The Marsh’s new solo performance musical series The Art Songs of Black Composers on its digital platform MarshStream. Dr. Johnson will be joined by San Francisco Symphony pianist Marc Shapiro to shine a light on celebrated modern composer Hailstork’s song cycle Ventriloquist Acts of God, blending singing with theatrical storytelling to depict a university professor and her students discussing how to hear the music – and each other – in a whole new way. Immediately following the performance, Johnson and Shapiro will be joined by The Marsh Founder/Artistic Director Stephanie Weisman for a Q&A. Music to My Ears - Hearing Adolphus Hailstork will be streamed at 7:30pm PDT on Saturday, May 22 and 5:00pm PDT on Sunday, May 23. Prior to those performances, Johnson and Dr. Adolphus Hailstork will appear on Stephanie’s MarshStream at 7:30pm PDT on Thursday, May 20 to discuss his work. Additional information can be found at www.themarsh.org/marshstream.
by Jim Munson - May 18, 2021
If, like me, you’re not all that familiar with art songs by Black composers, Candace Johnson is here to show you what you’ve been missing out on. On May 22nd and 23rd, the acclaimed soprano and actress will perform her new show Music to My Ears - Hearing Adolphus Hailstork to kick off The Marsh’s new solo performance musical series The Art Songs of Black Composers on its digital platform MarshStream. Dr. Johnson will be joined by San Francisco Symphony pianist Marc Shapiro to shine a light on celebrated modern composer Hailstork’s song cycle Ventriloquist Acts of God, blending singing with theatrical storytelling to depict a university professor and her students discussing how to hear the music – and each other – in a whole new way. Immediately following the performance, Johnson and Shapiro will be joined by The Marsh Founder/Artistic Director Stephanie Weisman for a Q&A. Music to My Ears - Hearing Adolphus Hailstork will be streamed at 7:30pm PDT on Saturday, May 22 and 5:00pm PDT on Sunday, May 23. Prior to those performances, Johnson and Dr. Adolphus Hailstork will appear on Stephanie’s MarshStream at 7:30pm PDT on Thursday, May 20 to discuss his work. Additional information can be found at www.themarsh.org/marshstream.
THE LAST FIVE YEARS to be Presented by Novato Theater Company
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2021
Carl Jordan will direct Robert Nelson and Amanda Morando Nelson in this uplifting and heart-breaking depiction of the life and death of a young love, a common story, but told in an uncommon manner. It will be broadcast live from the Novato Theater Company for the first three performances, then available for streaming during the following week.
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2021
Carl Jordan will direct Robert Nelson and Amanda Morando Nelson in this uplifting and heart-breaking depiction of the life and death of a young love, a common story, but told in an uncommon manner. It will be broadcast live from the Novato Theater Company for the first three performances, then available for streaming during the following week.
GAY AS THEY SAY: AN EVENING WITH MARK NADLER to be Presented by Theatre Rhinoceros
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2021
Theatre Rhinoceros will present Mark Nadler in GAY AS THEY SAY, a world premiere production to be presented May 21-23, 2021.
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2021
Theatre Rhinoceros will present Mark Nadler in GAY AS THEY SAY, a world premiere production to be presented May 21-23, 2021.
THE LAST FIVE YEARS Will Stream From Novato Theater Company Next Month
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2021
The final event of Novato Theater Company's Spring 2021 online season is a production of Jason Robert Brown’s musical, THE LAST FIVE YEARS, an uplifting and heart-breaking depiction of the course of a young love; a common story, but told in an uncommon manner.
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2021
The final event of Novato Theater Company's Spring 2021 online season is a production of Jason Robert Brown’s musical, THE LAST FIVE YEARS, an uplifting and heart-breaking depiction of the course of a young love; a common story, but told in an uncommon manner.
Five Bold Plays Unveiled For 2021 Bay Area Playwrights Festival
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2021
Playwrights Foundation, the West Coast's premier launchpad for plays and playwrights, has announced the lineup for the 44th annual Bay Area Playwrights Festival, scheduled to stream online.
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2021
Playwrights Foundation, the West Coast's premier launchpad for plays and playwrights, has announced the lineup for the 44th annual Bay Area Playwrights Festival, scheduled to stream online.
Theatre Rhinoceros Closes Its Season With Oakland Playwright Kheven LaGrone's PILLOW TALK
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2021
Theatre Rhinoceros presents PILLOW TALK, a World Premiere commission.
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2021
Theatre Rhinoceros presents PILLOW TALK, a World Premiere commission.
Cal Shakes & Remote Studios Partner On EL HENRY Digital Reading
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2021
California Shakespeare Theater and Remote Studios announced today that they have entered a partnership to produce a digital reading of EL HENRY, an adaptation of Shakespeare's Henry IV, Part One by renowned playwright Herbert Siguenza.
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2021
California Shakespeare Theater and Remote Studios announced today that they have entered a partnership to produce a digital reading of EL HENRY, an adaptation of Shakespeare's Henry IV, Part One by renowned playwright Herbert Siguenza.
WAR'S END Will Stream From Theatre Rhinoceros This Week
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2021
Theatre Rhinoceros presents a free Zoom/Facebook Live presentation, WAR'S END, conceived and performed by John Fisher on Thursday, May 20, 2021 at 8:30pm.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2021
Theatre Rhinoceros presents a free Zoom/Facebook Live presentation, WAR'S END, conceived and performed by John Fisher on Thursday, May 20, 2021 at 8:30pm.
Dragon Productions Theatre Company to Partner with the City of Redwood City on Drive-In Variety Show
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2021
The Dragon, a theatre company based in Redwood City, partners with the City of Redwood City to present At the Port: Dragon's Drive-In Variety Show, a drive-in evening of performances and entertainment held at the Port of Redwood City, 459 Seaport Court, Redwood City, 94063 on June 4, and June 5, 2021, with a possible extension.
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2021
The Dragon, a theatre company based in Redwood City, partners with the City of Redwood City to present At the Port: Dragon's Drive-In Variety Show, a drive-in evening of performances and entertainment held at the Port of Redwood City, 459 Seaport Court, Redwood City, 94063 on June 4, and June 5, 2021, with a possible extension.
Helgi Tomasson's SWAN LAKE Closes SF Ballet's 2021 Digital Season, May 20- June 9
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2021
San Francisco Ballet streams Artistic Director and Principal Choreographer Helgi Tomasson's Swan Lake from May 20 to June 9, 2021, closing SF Ballet's 2021 Digital Season.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2021
San Francisco Ballet streams Artistic Director and Principal Choreographer Helgi Tomasson's Swan Lake from May 20 to June 9, 2021, closing SF Ballet's 2021 Digital Season.
ASTRONAUTICA Musical Drawn From Voices Of Women In Space, Available Via MarshStream
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2021
The Marsh brings Astronautica, a musical drawn from the words of women who have traveled through outer space, to its digital platform, MarshStream.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2021
The Marsh brings Astronautica, a musical drawn from the words of women who have traveled through outer space, to its digital platform, MarshStream.
Kronos Festival to Present 10 World Premieres and 8 Free Online Events
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2021
After a year's hiatus, Kronos Performing Arts Association's KRONOS FESTIVAL returns on June 11 – 18, expanding the annual San Francisco-based event into the virtual sphere with eight exciting online presentations, including ten world premieres.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2021
After a year's hiatus, Kronos Performing Arts Association's KRONOS FESTIVAL returns on June 11 – 18, expanding the annual San Francisco-based event into the virtual sphere with eight exciting online presentations, including ten world premieres.
Berkeley Rep Accepting Applications For Fellowship Program
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2021
Furthering its commitment to training the next generation of arts leaders, the Berkeley Rep School of Theatre will begin accepting applications on Monday, June 21 from emerging administrators and artisans seeking to turn their passion for the arts into a profession through Berkeley Repertory Theatre's lauded professional fellowship program.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2021
Furthering its commitment to training the next generation of arts leaders, the Berkeley Rep School of Theatre will begin accepting applications on Monday, June 21 from emerging administrators and artisans seeking to turn their passion for the arts into a profession through Berkeley Repertory Theatre's lauded professional fellowship program.
40+ Theatres Support AAPI Community Through TheatreWorks Benefit Reading of WRITING FRAGMENTS HOME
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2021
In a time where the manifestation of prejudice and violence toward the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community has reached an extreme high, TheatreWorks Silicon Valley will stream a benefit reading of Writing Fragments Home to raise funds to support and uplift the AAPI community.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2021
In a time where the manifestation of prejudice and violence toward the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community has reached an extreme high, TheatreWorks Silicon Valley will stream a benefit reading of Writing Fragments Home to raise funds to support and uplift the AAPI community.
Julie Saltzman Kellner to Step Down as Managing Director of Aurora Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2021
Aurora Theatre Company today announced that Managing Director Julie Saltzman Kellner will step down in the beginning of June 2021.
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2021
Aurora Theatre Company today announced that Managing Director Julie Saltzman Kellner will step down in the beginning of June 2021.
Merola Announces Appointment Of Nancy E. Petrisko As Director Of Advancement
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2021
The Merola Opera Program will appoint Nancy E. Petrisko to the company's newly created role of Director of Advancement on June 1, 2021.
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2021
The Merola Opera Program will appoint Nancy E. Petrisko to the company's newly created role of Director of Advancement on June 1, 2021.
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