SF Shakes Countdowns Final Four Performances Of KING LEAR
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2020
This summer, Free Shakespeare in the Park became Free Shakespeare at Home as the San Francisco Shakespeare Festival transitioned its public theater program to a virtual format. Offering live virtual performances of King Lear became the safest way to continue thirty-eight years of tradition in the face of the current pandemic.
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2020
This summer, Free Shakespeare in the Park became Free Shakespeare at Home as the San Francisco Shakespeare Festival transitioned its public theater program to a virtual format. Offering live virtual performances of King Lear became the safest way to continue thirty-eight years of tradition in the face of the current pandemic.
MarshStream Offers Vivid Tales: Living Without Food, Mistaken Celebrity, More
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2020
The Marsh continues to offer a wide variety of new programming at 7:30pm nightly on MarshStream, its popular broadcast platform.
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2020
The Marsh continues to offer a wide variety of new programming at 7:30pm nightly on MarshStream, its popular broadcast platform.
Katy Sullivan of PANDORA at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Represents an Exciting Expansion of Possibilities in the World of Theater
by Jim Munson - September 16, 2020
The best part of my job as a theater writer is that I get to speak with fascinating people, and they dona??t come more fascinating than actor and Paralympic athlete Katy Sullivan, who plays the titular role in TheatreWorks Silicon Valleya??s benefit online workshop reading of Pandora. This intriguing new work by acclaimed playwright Laurel Ollstein investigates the Pandoraa??s box myth, delving into the world-changing curiosity and hope resulting from one womana??s fateful actions. The streamed performance features a stellar cast of actors assembled from across the country and was recorded over Zoom under the direction of TheatreWorks Artistic Associate and Director of New Works Giovanna Sardelli. Pandora will be offered via video streaming from 6pm (PDT), Thursday, September 24, 2020 until 6pm (PDT), Monday, September 28, 2020. Viewers can sign up to receive a link to view Pandora at TheatreWorks.org without charge, although donations are encouraged to support TheatreWorks Silicon Valley. For additional information, visit TheatreWorks.org or call (650) 463-1960.
by Jim Munson - September 16, 2020
The best part of my job as a theater writer is that I get to speak with fascinating people, and they dona??t come more fascinating than actor and Paralympic athlete Katy Sullivan, who plays the titular role in TheatreWorks Silicon Valleya??s benefit online workshop reading of Pandora. This intriguing new work by acclaimed playwright Laurel Ollstein investigates the Pandoraa??s box myth, delving into the world-changing curiosity and hope resulting from one womana??s fateful actions. The streamed performance features a stellar cast of actors assembled from across the country and was recorded over Zoom under the direction of TheatreWorks Artistic Associate and Director of New Works Giovanna Sardelli. Pandora will be offered via video streaming from 6pm (PDT), Thursday, September 24, 2020 until 6pm (PDT), Monday, September 28, 2020. Viewers can sign up to receive a link to view Pandora at TheatreWorks.org without charge, although donations are encouraged to support TheatreWorks Silicon Valley. For additional information, visit TheatreWorks.org or call (650) 463-1960.
SF Opera Presents OPERA FOR OUR TIME
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2020
SF Opera will present Opera For Our Time: World Premieres at San Francisco Opera on Sunday, September 20, 2020 at 1PM.
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2020
SF Opera will present Opera For Our Time: World Premieres at San Francisco Opera on Sunday, September 20, 2020 at 1PM.
Final Phase Of War Memorial Opera House Seat Replacement Project Rescheduled To Fall/Winter 2020
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2020
San Francisco Ballet and San Francisco Opera, in collaboration with the San Francisco War Memorial and Performing Arts Center, are pleased to announce that the previously planned seat replacement project originally scheduled for summer 2021 will now take place over a 14-week period between September 2020 to January 2021 during the continuing COVID-19 venue closure this year.
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2020
San Francisco Ballet and San Francisco Opera, in collaboration with the San Francisco War Memorial and Performing Arts Center, are pleased to announce that the previously planned seat replacement project originally scheduled for summer 2021 will now take place over a 14-week period between September 2020 to January 2021 during the continuing COVID-19 venue closure this year.
Cutting Ball Theater Presents World Premiere of UTOPIA By Charles L. Mee
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2020
Cutting Ball Theater presents the virtual World Premiere of Utopia, a wildly inventive new work by Obie Award winning playwright Charles L. Mee.
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2020
Cutting Ball Theater presents the virtual World Premiere of Utopia, a wildly inventive new work by Obie Award winning playwright Charles L. Mee.
San Francisco Bay Area Theatre Company's SFBATCO LIVE WITH ROD AND MARCE Presents Tribute to Amy Winehouse
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2020
Co-founders of the Theatre Bay Area (TBA) award-winning company SFBATCO, Rodney Earl Jackson, Jr. and Marcelo Javier, will present a virtual variety show: SFBATCO Live with Rod and Marce, streaming Thursdays at 6 pm (PDT) on the platform Twitch.
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2020
Co-founders of the Theatre Bay Area (TBA) award-winning company SFBATCO, Rodney Earl Jackson, Jr. and Marcelo Javier, will present a virtual variety show: SFBATCO Live with Rod and Marce, streaming Thursdays at 6 pm (PDT) on the platform Twitch.
FRINGE SNEAK PEEK Continues September 15
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2020
EXIT Theatre presents the second night of FRINGE SNEAK PEEK: a Celebration of the San Francisco Fringe Festival, at 7pm Pacific time on Tuesday September 15 at www.facebook.com/exitheatre/live. The SNEAK PEEK is free and available to all, including non-Facebook users.
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2020
EXIT Theatre presents the second night of FRINGE SNEAK PEEK: a Celebration of the San Francisco Fringe Festival, at 7pm Pacific time on Tuesday September 15 at www.facebook.com/exitheatre/live. The SNEAK PEEK is free and available to all, including non-Facebook users.
Berkeley Rep Offers New Online Workshops
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2020
As part of Berkeley Rep's virtual programming, on October 3, 2020, for six consecutive Saturdays, a group of the Theatre's esteemed artists will lead virtual three-hour workshops, each on a different aspect of theatrical art-making. Deep Dive: Further Your Craft with Berkeley Rep Artistic Innovators will engage participants in active ways, and provide insight into how working professionals approach their art. Available as a series or individually, these sessions will energize your mind and push you to Further Your Craft.
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2020
As part of Berkeley Rep's virtual programming, on October 3, 2020, for six consecutive Saturdays, a group of the Theatre's esteemed artists will lead virtual three-hour workshops, each on a different aspect of theatrical art-making. Deep Dive: Further Your Craft with Berkeley Rep Artistic Innovators will engage participants in active ways, and provide insight into how working professionals approach their art. Available as a series or individually, these sessions will energize your mind and push you to Further Your Craft.
VIDEO: HAMILTON's Julius Thomas III Chats on BroadwaySF's Instagram
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2020
Hamilton's Julius Thomas III went live on BroadwaySF's Instagram on September 11.
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2020
Hamilton's Julius Thomas III went live on BroadwaySF's Instagram on September 11.
Theatre Rhinoceros Presents STRAIGHT
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2020
Theatre Rhinoceros presents a FREE Zoom/Facebook Live presentation: STRAIGHT. Conceived and Performed by John Fisher, September 17, 2020 at 8pm FREE! One Live Performance Only.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2020
Theatre Rhinoceros presents a FREE Zoom/Facebook Live presentation: STRAIGHT. Conceived and Performed by John Fisher, September 17, 2020 at 8pm FREE! One Live Performance Only.
44th Bay Area Playwrights Festival 2021 Open Play Applications
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2020
The 44th annual Bay Area Playwrights Festival (BAPF) runs July 17-25, 2021 with playwrights invited to apply in September through October 16th, 2020. Following a flourishingly successful online Bay Area Playwrights Festival 2020 that gathered audiences and artists from all over the world, Playwrights Foundation applications are now open for the 2021 Festival.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2020
The 44th annual Bay Area Playwrights Festival (BAPF) runs July 17-25, 2021 with playwrights invited to apply in September through October 16th, 2020. Following a flourishingly successful online Bay Area Playwrights Festival 2020 that gathered audiences and artists from all over the world, Playwrights Foundation applications are now open for the 2021 Festival.
San Francisco Performing Artist Call for Re-Opening of Outdoor Sites
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2020
Six months almost to the day since the Health Departments of half-a-dozen Bay Area counties issues simultaneously issued shelter-in-place orders, local artists are demanding that they be allowed to resume work at smaller outside venues and other out-of-doors sites that can be safely managed around the City & County of San Francisco.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2020
Six months almost to the day since the Health Departments of half-a-dozen Bay Area counties issues simultaneously issued shelter-in-place orders, local artists are demanding that they be allowed to resume work at smaller outside venues and other out-of-doors sites that can be safely managed around the City & County of San Francisco.
Theatre Rhino Presents STRAIGHT Conceived and Performed by John Fisher
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2020
What if conversion therapy worked? Well, then, it could work in reverse as well! Jason is going to find out. Theatre Rhino presents Straight, conceived and performed by John Fisher.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2020
What if conversion therapy worked? Well, then, it could work in reverse as well! Jason is going to find out. Theatre Rhino presents Straight, conceived and performed by John Fisher.
South Valley Civic Theatre Gets Creative With Technology to Present Shows During Pandemic
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2020
The Morgan Hill Times has reported on the various ways in which South Valley Civic Theatre is adjusting to restrictions on live performance during the pandemic, presenting virtual productions and more.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2020
The Morgan Hill Times has reported on the various ways in which South Valley Civic Theatre is adjusting to restrictions on live performance during the pandemic, presenting virtual productions and more.
Berkeley Repertory Theatre Announces Free Nationwide Radio Play Of IT CAN'T HAPPEN HERE
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2020
Berkeley Repertory Theatre's Artistic Director Johanna Pfaelzer today announced a new adaptation of Sinclair Lewis' novel, It Can't Happen Here.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2020
Berkeley Repertory Theatre's Artistic Director Johanna Pfaelzer today announced a new adaptation of Sinclair Lewis' novel, It Can't Happen Here.
Smuin Adds 'Class For A Cause' Benefiting Wildfire Relief and More to Virtual Classes
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2020
Since launching in April, Smuin Contemporary Ballet has led hundreds of aspiring and professional dancers through Zoom-based drop-in Virtual Classes in ballet, tap, contemporary, jazz, hip hop, dance-based fitness and more. Taught by Smuin dancers and alumni, the latest extension of these popular classes for all levels of at-home dancers includes the addition of a?oeEasy Movin' with Smuina?? aimed at seniors and anyone interested in focusing on balance and coordination. Smuin also announces the continuation of its Class for a Cause program benefiting organizations supporting important needs in the community.
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2020
Since launching in April, Smuin Contemporary Ballet has led hundreds of aspiring and professional dancers through Zoom-based drop-in Virtual Classes in ballet, tap, contemporary, jazz, hip hop, dance-based fitness and more. Taught by Smuin dancers and alumni, the latest extension of these popular classes for all levels of at-home dancers includes the addition of a?oeEasy Movin' with Smuina?? aimed at seniors and anyone interested in focusing on balance and coordination. Smuin also announces the continuation of its Class for a Cause program benefiting organizations supporting important needs in the community.
Lorraine Hansberry Theatre Announces Appointment Of Margo Hall As New Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2020
San Francisco's premier Black theatre company Lorraine Hansberry Theatre has announced the appointment of Bay Area theatre titan Margo Hall as its new Artistic Director.
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2020
San Francisco's premier Black theatre company Lorraine Hansberry Theatre has announced the appointment of Bay Area theatre titan Margo Hall as its new Artistic Director.
Custom Made Theatre Co. Presents Broadcast Of HOW TO TRANSCEND A HAPPY MARRIAGE
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2020
Custom Made Theatre will present a broadcast of the Bay Area premiere of Sarah Ruhl's a?oeHow to Transcend a Happy Marriage.a??
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2020
Custom Made Theatre will present a broadcast of the Bay Area premiere of Sarah Ruhl's a?oeHow to Transcend a Happy Marriage.a??
Geoff Hoyle of WHAT WILL I BE WHEN YOU GROW UP? at The Marsh Lives to Play to Fool
by Jim Munson - September 09, 2020
Ah, just when we need it the most, here is the perfect tonic for our troubled times! The Marsh is bringing back comedic legend Geoff Hoyle in his latest work 'What Will I Be When You Grow Up?' Presented for one night only on Saturday, March 20th at 7:00PM PDT, this filmic version of Hoyle's show will be followed by a live post-performance Q&A with The Marsh Founder/Artistic Director Stephanie Weisman. Visit The www.themarsh.org for more information. Born and raised in England before coming to America in the 1970a??s, Hoyle has had a fascinating career and at this point has become a veritable Bay Area institution. After first coming to local attention as part of the Pickle Family Circus, he went on to perform with Cirque du Soleil, create the role of Zazu in the original Broadway company of The Lion King, act in plays at virtually all the major Bay Area theater companies, and create numerous solo shows, many of them at The Marsh. BroadwayWorld recently caught up with Hoyle by phone from his home in Inverness, California.
by Jim Munson - September 09, 2020
Ah, just when we need it the most, here is the perfect tonic for our troubled times! The Marsh is bringing back comedic legend Geoff Hoyle in his latest work 'What Will I Be When You Grow Up?' Presented for one night only on Saturday, March 20th at 7:00PM PDT, this filmic version of Hoyle's show will be followed by a live post-performance Q&A with The Marsh Founder/Artistic Director Stephanie Weisman. Visit The www.themarsh.org for more information. Born and raised in England before coming to America in the 1970a??s, Hoyle has had a fascinating career and at this point has become a veritable Bay Area institution. After first coming to local attention as part of the Pickle Family Circus, he went on to perform with Cirque du Soleil, create the role of Zazu in the original Broadway company of The Lion King, act in plays at virtually all the major Bay Area theater companies, and create numerous solo shows, many of them at The Marsh. BroadwayWorld recently caught up with Hoyle by phone from his home in Inverness, California.
Jacktrip Foundation Rolls Out Revolutionary “Virtual Studio”
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2020
An innovative new non-profit, JackTrip Foundation, has launched to make virtual music performance feasible and accessible to all. During the Coronavirus pandemic, live performances by singing and music groups have been put on hold while musicians around the world cannot safely perform together.
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2020
An innovative new non-profit, JackTrip Foundation, has launched to make virtual music performance feasible and accessible to all. During the Coronavirus pandemic, live performances by singing and music groups have been put on hold while musicians around the world cannot safely perform together.
63rd Annual Monterey Jazz Festival Announces Virtual Lineup Plus Socially Distanced Watching Parties
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2020
To usher in their 63rd year, The Monterey Jazz Festival is going virtual, live on their YouTube channel. Friday, September 25th through Sunday, September 27th from 5-7pm PST each day. Festival participants will be treated to never-before-seen archival footage plus exciting new performances and personal messages from the MJF family of artists, volunteers, patrons and board members.
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2020
To usher in their 63rd year, The Monterey Jazz Festival is going virtual, live on their YouTube channel. Friday, September 25th through Sunday, September 27th from 5-7pm PST each day. Festival participants will be treated to never-before-seen archival footage plus exciting new performances and personal messages from the MJF family of artists, volunteers, patrons and board members.
Central Works New Audio Play Series Launches with Patricia Milton's BYSTANDERS
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2020
Central Works first audio play presentation Bystanders by Patricia Milton posts on September 14; a new play by the author of last seasona??s hit The Victorian Ladies Detective Collective.
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2020
Central Works first audio play presentation Bystanders by Patricia Milton posts on September 14; a new play by the author of last seasona??s hit The Victorian Ladies Detective Collective.
Ragazzi Hosts Free Online September Mini-Camp For Boys Who Love To Sing
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2020
Acclaimed Ragazzi Boys Chorus invites young boys who enjoy singing to attend a digital incarnation of its popular SingFest.
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2020
Acclaimed Ragazzi Boys Chorus invites young boys who enjoy singing to attend a digital incarnation of its popular SingFest.
Virtual Pathways Dance Festival 2020 to Feature Works by Helen Pickett, Yu Dance Theatre, Complexions Contemporary Ballet, and More
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2020
Virtual Pathways Dance Festival 2020 (VPDF) is a virtual dance festival featuring cutting-edge archived dances, including works by Doug Varone & Dancers, Helen Pickett, Yu Dance Theatre, and Complexions Contemporary Ballet. VPDF 2020 is produced by Alyssandra Katherine Dance (AKD), Co-Presented by ODC Theater online.
by BWW News Desk - September 08, 2020
Virtual Pathways Dance Festival 2020 (VPDF) is a virtual dance festival featuring cutting-edge archived dances, including works by Doug Varone & Dancers, Helen Pickett, Yu Dance Theatre, and Complexions Contemporary Ballet. VPDF 2020 is produced by Alyssandra Katherine Dance (AKD), Co-Presented by ODC Theater online.
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