Opera San José's Announces Virtual Fundraiser SING FOR YOUR SUPPER!
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2021
Opera San José invites music lovers from the Bay Area and beyond to its virtual variety show and fundraiser, Sing for Your Supper! Inspired by the Golden Age of Radio from the 1930's, this high-spirited evening of American songs, stories, and surprises, transports viewers to a virtual radio set, where an enthusiastic crew of talented performers put on an unforgettable show.
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2021
Opera San José invites music lovers from the Bay Area and beyond to its virtual variety show and fundraiser, Sing for Your Supper! Inspired by the Golden Age of Radio from the 1930's, this high-spirited evening of American songs, stories, and surprises, transports viewers to a virtual radio set, where an enthusiastic crew of talented performers put on an unforgettable show.
Dragon Theatre Announces Relaunch, Spark Change Fundraising Campaign
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2021
Dragon Productions Theatre Company (a.k.a. “the Dragon”), a 20-year old theatre organization based in Redwood City, CA, announces its official “relaunch” accompanied by a new fundraising campaign, starting on April 1, 2021.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2021
Dragon Productions Theatre Company (a.k.a. “the Dragon”), a 20-year old theatre organization based in Redwood City, CA, announces its official “relaunch” accompanied by a new fundraising campaign, starting on April 1, 2021.
ODC/Dance Presents DRINKS & A DANCE: EARTH DAY EXCERPTS
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2021
Socially motivated narratives have characterized many of ODC's works over the company's five-decade history. Climate change, the environment, and the natural world are frequent themes addressed by ODC choreographers Brenda Way, KT Nelson, and Kimi Okada.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2021
Socially motivated narratives have characterized many of ODC's works over the company's five-decade history. Climate change, the environment, and the natural world are frequent themes addressed by ODC choreographers Brenda Way, KT Nelson, and Kimi Okada.
San Francisco's Z Space Names New Executive Director, Shafer Mazow
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2021
Z Space Board of Trustees named Shafer Mazow (he/him) as the new Executive Director of San Francisco's multifaceted performing arts venue for relevant and risk-taking new works. Mazow succeeds Lisa Steindler who departed Z Space at the end of March 2021 following 16 years at the non-profit organization, and is making history as one of the first openly transgender leaders in the American theater. Mazow's tenure began on April 1, 2021. Mazow began his tenure as Executive Director on April 1, 2021.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2021
Z Space Board of Trustees named Shafer Mazow (he/him) as the new Executive Director of San Francisco's multifaceted performing arts venue for relevant and risk-taking new works. Mazow succeeds Lisa Steindler who departed Z Space at the end of March 2021 following 16 years at the non-profit organization, and is making history as one of the first openly transgender leaders in the American theater. Mazow's tenure began on April 1, 2021. Mazow began his tenure as Executive Director on April 1, 2021.
BRILLIANT MIND to be Presented by Marin Theatre Company and Storykrapht
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2021
Today, Marin Theatre Company and Storykrapht announced Brilliant Mind, a groundbreaking live and interactive digital experience created and written by Egyptian-American playwright Denmo Ibrahim. Brilliant Mind performs May 11–June 6, 2021. Single tickets ($30) are on sale now.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2021
Today, Marin Theatre Company and Storykrapht announced Brilliant Mind, a groundbreaking live and interactive digital experience created and written by Egyptian-American playwright Denmo Ibrahim. Brilliant Mind performs May 11–June 6, 2021. Single tickets ($30) are on sale now.
BWW Review: JEWELS at San Francisco Ballet Offers a Treasure Trove of Spectacular Dancing
by Jim Munson - April 05, 2021
The latest program in San Francisco Ballet’s 2021 digital season is the glorious return of George Balanchine’s Jewels. BroadwayWorld reviews the thrilling production now streaming through April 21, 2021.
by Jim Munson - April 05, 2021
The latest program in San Francisco Ballet’s 2021 digital season is the glorious return of George Balanchine’s Jewels. BroadwayWorld reviews the thrilling production now streaming through April 21, 2021.
Mickey Rowe to be Featured on Bay Area Children's Theater's Sunday Spotlight
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2021
This virtual Sunday Spotlight will celebrate the accomplishments of artists with disabilities and will feature a Q&A celebrating the work of trailblazer Mickey Rowe and have a conversation to raise greater awareness and visibility of autistic artists and leaders who are change-makers for the industry.
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2021
This virtual Sunday Spotlight will celebrate the accomplishments of artists with disabilities and will feature a Q&A celebrating the work of trailblazer Mickey Rowe and have a conversation to raise greater awareness and visibility of autistic artists and leaders who are change-makers for the industry.
Broadway San Jose Announces Updated Season Lineup
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2021
Today, Broadway San Jose announced the updated season lineup that will make up the company’s upcoming season. The season opens with HAMILTON (October 12–31, 2021), followed by the all-new touring production of Broadway’s Tony Award-winning musical, HAIRSPRAY (November 23–28, 2021) (replacing the previously-announced Anastasia).
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2021
Today, Broadway San Jose announced the updated season lineup that will make up the company’s upcoming season. The season opens with HAMILTON (October 12–31, 2021), followed by the all-new touring production of Broadway’s Tony Award-winning musical, HAIRSPRAY (November 23–28, 2021) (replacing the previously-announced Anastasia).
PEAR SLICES 2021 Opens April 30
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2021
Returning each spring, the annual short-play showcase Pear Slices offers up a selection of original, short plays from the members of the Pear Playwrights Guild. Co-directed this year by Troy Johnson and Melinda Marks, the current crop of vignettes will be presented as a filmed-live video, accessible online beginning April 30. For more information, or to purchase access, patrons may visit www.thepear.org or call (650) 254-1148.
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2021
Returning each spring, the annual short-play showcase Pear Slices offers up a selection of original, short plays from the members of the Pear Playwrights Guild. Co-directed this year by Troy Johnson and Melinda Marks, the current crop of vignettes will be presented as a filmed-live video, accessible online beginning April 30. For more information, or to purchase access, patrons may visit www.thepear.org or call (650) 254-1148.
The Marsh Celebrates National Poetry Month With APRIL SHOWERS. STREAMING POETS.
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2021
In honor of National Poetry Month, The Marsh is inviting a diverse lineup of accomplished poets to perform in April Showers. Streaming Poets., available via MarshStream. For this celebration, The Marsh has curated an entertaining evening featuring special guests Clyde Always, Gillian Conoley, Thea Matthews, and Christine No.
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2021
In honor of National Poetry Month, The Marsh is inviting a diverse lineup of accomplished poets to perform in April Showers. Streaming Poets., available via MarshStream. For this celebration, The Marsh has curated an entertaining evening featuring special guests Clyde Always, Gillian Conoley, Thea Matthews, and Christine No.
A.C.T. Presents VIRTUALLY SPEAKING With Ken Ruta
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2021
American Conservatory Theater announced today that veteran actor Ken Ruta will be interviewed by Tony Award winner and A.C.T. Artistic Director Pam MacKinnon as part of Virtually Speaking, a series of in-depth conversations with prominent icons of the industry, being held on Friday, April 16 at 6 p.m. PT.
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2021
American Conservatory Theater announced today that veteran actor Ken Ruta will be interviewed by Tony Award winner and A.C.T. Artistic Director Pam MacKinnon as part of Virtually Speaking, a series of in-depth conversations with prominent icons of the industry, being held on Friday, April 16 at 6 p.m. PT.
Frameline Presents FRAMELINE45 Film Festival, June 10–27
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2021
Today, Frameline—the world's longest–running and largest showcase of queer cinema—has announced Frameline45:
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2021
Today, Frameline—the world's longest–running and largest showcase of queer cinema—has announced Frameline45:
San Francisco Opera's Department Of Diversity, Equity And Community Offers New Interactive Talks
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2021
San Francisco Opera's Department of Diversity, Equity and Community (DEC) announced new Opera Aficionado virtual conversations from April through June.
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2021
San Francisco Opera's Department of Diversity, Equity and Community (DEC) announced new Opera Aficionado virtual conversations from April through June.
Smuin's SPRING AL FRESCO Brings Fresh New Works, Songbook Favorites
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2021
Smuin Contemporary Ballet announces its Spring al Fresco performances featuring three fresh programs highlighting “Smuin Songbook” favorites, plus a fourth show unveiling all-new dancer creations.
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2021
Smuin Contemporary Ballet announces its Spring al Fresco performances featuring three fresh programs highlighting “Smuin Songbook” favorites, plus a fourth show unveiling all-new dancer creations.
San Francisco Opera Pilots Aloha Real-Time Remote Collaboration Music Service To Prepare For Live Performances
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2021
The world-renowned San Francisco Opera is relying on Aloha by Elk, a new real-time remote music collaboration service, to prepare its acclaimed resident artists, the Adler Fellows, for a highly anticipated live drive-in series beginning April 29th.
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2021
The world-renowned San Francisco Opera is relying on Aloha by Elk, a new real-time remote music collaboration service, to prepare its acclaimed resident artists, the Adler Fellows, for a highly anticipated live drive-in series beginning April 29th.
THE ESCAPE OF FREDERICK DOUGLASS Depicts Activist's Life On MarshStream
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2021
In homage to Black leaders who shaped and defined American history, The Marsh presents Darryl Van Leer's thrilling The Escape of Frederick Douglass on its digital platform, MarshStream. In this acclaimed production, Van Leer brings to vivid life African American rights activist Frederick Douglass, starting with his youth as an unruly boy caught in a slave training camp.
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2021
In homage to Black leaders who shaped and defined American history, The Marsh presents Darryl Van Leer's thrilling The Escape of Frederick Douglass on its digital platform, MarshStream. In this acclaimed production, Van Leer brings to vivid life African American rights activist Frederick Douglass, starting with his youth as an unruly boy caught in a slave training camp.
San Francisco Opera Pilots Aloha Real-Time Remote Collaboration Music Service to Prepare for Live Performances
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2021
The world-renowned San Francisco Opera is relying on Aloha by Elk, a new real-time remote music collaboration service, to prepare its acclaimed resident artists, the Adler Fellows, for a highly anticipated live drive-in series beginning April 29th.
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2021
The world-renowned San Francisco Opera is relying on Aloha by Elk, a new real-time remote music collaboration service, to prepare its acclaimed resident artists, the Adler Fellows, for a highly anticipated live drive-in series beginning April 29th.
New Virtual Repertory Company To Help Reimagine Theatre For The Post-pandemic World
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2021
Remote Theater, a pioneering new theater company born in the pandemic, has announced a repertory of accomplished theater artists (the Remote Rep) to help reimagine theater for its post-pandemic transformation.
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2021
Remote Theater, a pioneering new theater company born in the pandemic, has announced a repertory of accomplished theater artists (the Remote Rep) to help reimagine theater for its post-pandemic transformation.
A.C.T. Presents Filmed Reading Of Alice Childress's TROUBLE IN MIND
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2021
American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) will present a filmed reading of Alice Childress's brilliant comedy/drama Trouble in Mind now through Sunday, April 4, 2021. Directed by Awoye Timpo, Trouble in Mind is part of the A.C.T. Out Loud series, which features a series of enduring play readings by some of the greatest minds of generations past.
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2021
American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) will present a filmed reading of Alice Childress's brilliant comedy/drama Trouble in Mind now through Sunday, April 4, 2021. Directed by Awoye Timpo, Trouble in Mind is part of the A.C.T. Out Loud series, which features a series of enduring play readings by some of the greatest minds of generations past.
Photo Flash: Opera San José Kicks Off Spring with LOVE & SECRETS: A DOMESTIC TRILOGY
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2021
Romance so often conjures images of affectionate gestures grand and small: flowers, chocolates, initials carved in bark. Opera San José’s latest digital offering, Love & Secrets: A Domestic Trilogy, explores what happens below the surface, with three tales of passion and yearning, as couples contend with the tumult, joys, and heartache of love.
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2021
Romance so often conjures images of affectionate gestures grand and small: flowers, chocolates, initials carved in bark. Opera San José’s latest digital offering, Love & Secrets: A Domestic Trilogy, explores what happens below the surface, with three tales of passion and yearning, as couples contend with the tumult, joys, and heartache of love.
Smuin Announces 'Class For A Cause' Supporting Asian Pacific Fund, New Tap Dance Workshop & More
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2021
Since launching last April, Smuin Contemporary Ballet has led hundreds of aspiring and professional dancers through Virtual Classes in movement including ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, dance-based fitness, and more.
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2021
Since launching last April, Smuin Contemporary Ballet has led hundreds of aspiring and professional dancers through Virtual Classes in movement including ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, dance-based fitness, and more.
Kenneth Rainin Foundation Announces Four Bay Area Artists For Inaugural Fellowship
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2021
The Kenneth Rainin Foundation announced today the inaugural recipients of The Rainin Fellowship, a new initiative to support visionary artists working across disciplines in the Bay Area.
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2021
The Kenneth Rainin Foundation announced today the inaugural recipients of The Rainin Fellowship, a new initiative to support visionary artists working across disciplines in the Bay Area.
Kenneth Rainin Foundation Announces Four Bay Area Artists for Inaugural Fellowship
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2021
The Kenneth Rainin Foundation announced today the inaugural recipients of The Rainin Fellowship, a new initiative to support visionary artists working across disciplines in the Bay Area. Administered by United States Artists, the Fellowship has awarded four artists with unrestricted grants of $100,000.
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2021
The Kenneth Rainin Foundation announced today the inaugural recipients of The Rainin Fellowship, a new initiative to support visionary artists working across disciplines in the Bay Area. Administered by United States Artists, the Fellowship has awarded four artists with unrestricted grants of $100,000.
BWW Review: San Francisco Opera's Stream of GÖTTERDÄMERUNG
by Maria Nockin - March 28, 2021
On March 27, 2021, San Francisco Opera presented an online stream of its 2017-2018 production of Götterdämerung, the fourth opera of Richard Wagner's Ring Cycle. Stage Director Francesca Zambello has shown us a rapidly deteriorating world in Das Rheingold, Die Walküre, and Siegfried, so the opening projections of clouds and smoke stacks are no surprise.
by Maria Nockin - March 28, 2021
On March 27, 2021, San Francisco Opera presented an online stream of its 2017-2018 production of Götterdämerung, the fourth opera of Richard Wagner's Ring Cycle. Stage Director Francesca Zambello has shown us a rapidly deteriorating world in Das Rheingold, Die Walküre, and Siegfried, so the opening projections of clouds and smoke stacks are no surprise.
Theatre Rhino Takes You To PIRATES CLOVE In Marin County For A Gay Love Story
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2021
Theatre Rhinoceros presents a free Zoom/Facebook Live presentation PIRATES COVE. Conceived and performed by John Fisher, Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 8:30pm!
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2021
Theatre Rhinoceros presents a free Zoom/Facebook Live presentation PIRATES COVE. Conceived and performed by John Fisher, Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 8:30pm!
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