African-American Shakespeare Company Welcomes Colman Domingo As First Guest Of New Online Talkback Series
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2020
The African-American Shakespeare Company debuts its new online series of talk-backs in a format remiscent of The Actor's Studio with James Lipton.
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2020
The African-American Shakespeare Company debuts its new online series of talk-backs in a format remiscent of The Actor's Studio with James Lipton.
San Francisco Opera OPERA IS ON Streaming Performances Announced, June 20–July 4
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2020
San Francisco Opera continues streaming performances as part of its Opera is ON initiative with Richard Strauss' Salome (June 20), Jules Massenet's Manon (June 27) and Carlisle Floyd's Susannah (July 4). The presentations, filmed live in high-definition at the War Memorial Opera House, will be viewable on demand for free at sfopera.com on the streaming date starting at 10 am PT and expiring at 11:59 pm the following day.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2020
San Francisco Opera continues streaming performances as part of its Opera is ON initiative with Richard Strauss' Salome (June 20), Jules Massenet's Manon (June 27) and Carlisle Floyd's Susannah (July 4). The presentations, filmed live in high-definition at the War Memorial Opera House, will be viewable on demand for free at sfopera.com on the streaming date starting at 10 am PT and expiring at 11:59 pm the following day.
BATS Improv Announces Virtual Summer School Of Improv
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2020
BATS Improv, the Bay Area's premier improvisational performing and training company has announced their Virtual Summer School of Improv a?" a variety of curriculum content taught online by BATS coaches, for beginners to advanced student improvisors ages 11 to 17, with additional classes for younger children aged 5-8.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2020
BATS Improv, the Bay Area's premier improvisational performing and training company has announced their Virtual Summer School of Improv a?" a variety of curriculum content taught online by BATS coaches, for beginners to advanced student improvisors ages 11 to 17, with additional classes for younger children aged 5-8.
Smuin Kicks Off Summer Session Of Virtual Classes Today
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2020
Smuin Contemporary Ballet announces the extension of its hit virtual classes featuring lessons in a variety of dance styles now through July 5, 2020. Smuin's Virtual Classes taught by its Company artists and alumni provide at-home dancers of all levelsa?"beginner, intermediate, and advanceda?"with the opportunity to participate in Zoom-based drop-in lessons in ballet, tap, contemporary, jazz, and more.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2020
Smuin Contemporary Ballet announces the extension of its hit virtual classes featuring lessons in a variety of dance styles now through July 5, 2020. Smuin's Virtual Classes taught by its Company artists and alumni provide at-home dancers of all levelsa?"beginner, intermediate, and advanceda?"with the opportunity to participate in Zoom-based drop-in lessons in ballet, tap, contemporary, jazz, and more.
San Francisco Theatremakers Respond to Equity Guidelines on Safe and Healthy Theatre Production
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2020
San Francisco theatremakers are responding to Actors Equity's released set of guidelines on how to support safe and healthy theatre production amidst the pandemic.
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2020
San Francisco theatremakers are responding to Actors Equity's released set of guidelines on how to support safe and healthy theatre production amidst the pandemic.
30+ Theatres Join To Present Live Juneteenth Streamed Reading
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2020
San Francisco's new works incubator PlayGround in partnership with Bay Area theatre veteran Aldo Billingslea, Lorraine Hansberry Theatre, Planet Earth Arts, and more than 30 leading theatres from the Bay Area and beyond team up to present a Juneteenth livestreamed Zoom reading of Vincent Terrell Durham's thrilling and timely play, Polar Bears, Black Boys & Prairie Fringed Orchids.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2020
San Francisco's new works incubator PlayGround in partnership with Bay Area theatre veteran Aldo Billingslea, Lorraine Hansberry Theatre, Planet Earth Arts, and more than 30 leading theatres from the Bay Area and beyond team up to present a Juneteenth livestreamed Zoom reading of Vincent Terrell Durham's thrilling and timely play, Polar Bears, Black Boys & Prairie Fringed Orchids.
The Marsh Offers Daily Programming On Marshstream
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2020
As the Bay Area's shelter-in-place continues, The Marsh San Francisco offers a variety of programming at 7:30pm nightly on MarshStream, its popular broadcast platform. Offerings this month include fascinating tales from the Formerly Incarcerated Peoples Project (FIPP), a visit with a top Bay Area director, and much more (see latest schedule below).
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2020
As the Bay Area's shelter-in-place continues, The Marsh San Francisco offers a variety of programming at 7:30pm nightly on MarshStream, its popular broadcast platform. Offerings this month include fascinating tales from the Formerly Incarcerated Peoples Project (FIPP), a visit with a top Bay Area director, and much more (see latest schedule below).
San Francisco Pride Announces Honey Mahogany, Per Sia, Sister Roma and More for PRIDE 50 Online Celebration
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2020
Today, the Board of Directors of San Francisco Pride announced the first wave of entertainers participating in the official Pride 50 online celebration. The weekend-long tribute to LGBTQ+ luminaries and queer solidarity will be hosted by some of San Francisco's most iconic drag queens and activists, including Honey Mahogany, Per Sia and more.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2020
Today, the Board of Directors of San Francisco Pride announced the first wave of entertainers participating in the official Pride 50 online celebration. The weekend-long tribute to LGBTQ+ luminaries and queer solidarity will be hosted by some of San Francisco's most iconic drag queens and activists, including Honey Mahogany, Per Sia and more.
Festival Napa Valley Launches Novack Concerts For Kids
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2020
With the receipt of a $1.25 million dollar pledge of support from Deborah and Kenneth Novack, Festival Napa Valley has announced the launch of the year-round Novack Concerts for Kids series.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2020
With the receipt of a $1.25 million dollar pledge of support from Deborah and Kenneth Novack, Festival Napa Valley has announced the launch of the year-round Novack Concerts for Kids series.
Opera San José Announces New Digital Space, Kicking Off With DICHTERLIEBE In July
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2020
Opera San José announces plans to create the Fred Heiman Digital Media Studio, a new performance/film space that will enable the company to stream high-quality, fully-produced operatic performances into the living rooms of patrons. The Fred Heiman Digital Media Studio is made possible by a generous lead donation from Opera San José trustee Peggy Heiman in honor of her late husband, devoted Opera San José supporter Fred Heiman.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2020
Opera San José announces plans to create the Fred Heiman Digital Media Studio, a new performance/film space that will enable the company to stream high-quality, fully-produced operatic performances into the living rooms of patrons. The Fred Heiman Digital Media Studio is made possible by a generous lead donation from Opera San José trustee Peggy Heiman in honor of her late husband, devoted Opera San José supporter Fred Heiman.
SF Recovery Theatre Re-Examines RACE
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2020
On June 19, 2020 SF Recovery Theatre, still deep in the throes of COVID-19 Pandemic, will continue their mission to bring the truth to the people via their unique drama medium. SFRT feels that in this poignant place in time of collective self awareness, it's only right to open up space to see, feel, experience, and discuss the racial pandemic.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2020
On June 19, 2020 SF Recovery Theatre, still deep in the throes of COVID-19 Pandemic, will continue their mission to bring the truth to the people via their unique drama medium. SFRT feels that in this poignant place in time of collective self awareness, it's only right to open up space to see, feel, experience, and discuss the racial pandemic.
Smuin Announces Free Streaming Of Powerful, Uplifting STABAT MATER
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2020
Smuin Contemporary Ballet announces Michael Smuin's uplifting Stabat Mater as the next installment of its Hump Day Ballets series, which aims to brighten mid-week spirits with free video streaming of a ballet from the company's archives.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2020
Smuin Contemporary Ballet announces Michael Smuin's uplifting Stabat Mater as the next installment of its Hump Day Ballets series, which aims to brighten mid-week spirits with free video streaming of a ballet from the company's archives.
San Francisco Opera's 'Opera Is ON' Streams Puccini's IL TRITTICO, June 13
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2020
San Francisco Opera will stream Giacomo Puccini's verismo triple bill of operas, Il Trittico, beginning Saturday, June 13, as part of the Company's Opera is ON initiative. The complete presentation of the three one-act operas, Il Tabarro (The Cloak), Suor Angelica and Gianni Schicchi, filmed live in high-definition at the War Memorial Opera House in 2009, will be viewable on demand for free at sfopera.com on Saturday, June 13 starting at 10 am PT and expiring at 11:59 pm the following day.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2020
San Francisco Opera will stream Giacomo Puccini's verismo triple bill of operas, Il Trittico, beginning Saturday, June 13, as part of the Company's Opera is ON initiative. The complete presentation of the three one-act operas, Il Tabarro (The Cloak), Suor Angelica and Gianni Schicchi, filmed live in high-definition at the War Memorial Opera House in 2009, will be viewable on demand for free at sfopera.com on Saturday, June 13 starting at 10 am PT and expiring at 11:59 pm the following day.
Montalvo Displays Original Artworks Around Bay Area Examining The Issues Caused By Social Isolation
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2020
Throughout June and July, Montalvo Arts Center will present original artworks around the Bay Area for viewing on billboards and bus shelters, in a new public exhibition entitled lone some. In association with its 2019-2020 programming initiative, SOCIAL: Rethinking Loneliness Together, Montalvo will transform traditional advertising and commerce medium spaces into catalysts for conversation and connection.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2020
Throughout June and July, Montalvo Arts Center will present original artworks around the Bay Area for viewing on billboards and bus shelters, in a new public exhibition entitled lone some. In association with its 2019-2020 programming initiative, SOCIAL: Rethinking Loneliness Together, Montalvo will transform traditional advertising and commerce medium spaces into catalysts for conversation and connection.
Returned Citizens Theatre Troupe Extends Its Sold-Out Zoom Show
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2020
Marin Shakespeare Company added two more performance dates for Stories from the Deep, a collection of autobiographical theatre pieces written and performed by the Returned Citizens Theatre Troupe. The first show on June 7 sold out within hours.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2020
Marin Shakespeare Company added two more performance dates for Stories from the Deep, a collection of autobiographical theatre pieces written and performed by the Returned Citizens Theatre Troupe. The first show on June 7 sold out within hours.
Flyaway Productions Premieres Chapter Two Of DECARCERATION TRILOGY In October
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2020
Flyaway Productions has announced the world premiere of MEET US QUICKLY WITH YOUR MERCY, the second in a trilogy of outdoor aerial public art performances addressing the devastating effects of mass incarceration. Meet Us Quickly is presented in partnership with the Museum of the African Diaspora (MoAD) and through CounterPulse's curated co-production program.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2020
Flyaway Productions has announced the world premiere of MEET US QUICKLY WITH YOUR MERCY, the second in a trilogy of outdoor aerial public art performances addressing the devastating effects of mass incarceration. Meet Us Quickly is presented in partnership with the Museum of the African Diaspora (MoAD) and through CounterPulse's curated co-production program.
Aurora Theatre Company Announces New Plan For 2020/2021 Season
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2020
Aurora Theatre Company Artistic Director Josh Costello and Managing Director Julie Saltzman Kellner announced last week that the Berkeley theatre company will shift its focus to a membership program for the 2020/2021 season, with online offerings replacing live productions until conditions allow for audiences to gather safely.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2020
Aurora Theatre Company Artistic Director Josh Costello and Managing Director Julie Saltzman Kellner announced last week that the Berkeley theatre company will shift its focus to a membership program for the 2020/2021 season, with online offerings replacing live productions until conditions allow for audiences to gather safely.
Alonzo King LINES Ballet Summer Program Goes Virtual for 2020
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2020
Alonzo King LINES Ballet has announced it will move its summer programs online for 2020. Designed for aspiring artists ages 11-25, the Summer Program offers a unified approach to training and is rooted in the philosophy of Alonzo King.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2020
Alonzo King LINES Ballet has announced it will move its summer programs online for 2020. Designed for aspiring artists ages 11-25, the Summer Program offers a unified approach to training and is rooted in the philosophy of Alonzo King.
Stern Grove Festival Launches BEST OF THE FEST
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2020
In response to the cancellation of the 83rd Stern Grove Festival due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Stern Grove Festival has created Best of the Fest-a 10-week virtual series of video playlists-launching on Sunday, June 14 on KPIX-TV (CBS).
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2020
In response to the cancellation of the 83rd Stern Grove Festival due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Stern Grove Festival has created Best of the Fest-a 10-week virtual series of video playlists-launching on Sunday, June 14 on KPIX-TV (CBS).
San Francisco Girls Chorus Presents Virtual Festival
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2020
San Francisco Classical Voice has reported that the San Francisco Girls Chorus is presenting a Virtual Festival, being streamed during June on their website.
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2020
San Francisco Classical Voice has reported that the San Francisco Girls Chorus is presenting a Virtual Festival, being streamed during June on their website.
Town Hall Theatre Archives to Present AN IDEAL HUSBAND
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2020
Town Hall Theatre continues opening up the archives to share some of our past productions with audiences. Next up: our recording of the award-winning 2017 production of Oscar Wilde's deliciously witty comedy, AN IDEAL HUSBAND, accessible for viewing starting June 11 through July 17, 2020. Viewing is free online with donations appreciated at: https://www.townhalltheatre.com/town-hall-video-archives.
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2020
Town Hall Theatre continues opening up the archives to share some of our past productions with audiences. Next up: our recording of the award-winning 2017 production of Oscar Wilde's deliciously witty comedy, AN IDEAL HUSBAND, accessible for viewing starting June 11 through July 17, 2020. Viewing is free online with donations appreciated at: https://www.townhalltheatre.com/town-hall-video-archives.
The Marsh Presents Performances on Current Social Justice Issues and More on MARSHSTREAM
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2020
As the Bay Area's shelter-in-place continues, The Marsh is offering a variety of programming at 7:30pm nightly on MarshStream, its popular broadcast platform.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2020
As the Bay Area's shelter-in-place continues, The Marsh is offering a variety of programming at 7:30pm nightly on MarshStream, its popular broadcast platform.
San Francisco Opera Creates Masks For Essential Workers
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2020
San Francisco Classical Voice has reported that the San Francisco Opera is helping to create masks for health professionals and other essential workers.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2020
San Francisco Classical Voice has reported that the San Francisco Opera is helping to create masks for health professionals and other essential workers.
Ma Cong's FRENCH TWIST Up Next In Smuin's Hump Day Ballets Series
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2020
Smuin Contemporary Ballet announces Ma Cong's fast and flirtatious French Twist as the next installment of its popular Hump Day Ballets series, which aims to brighten mid-week spirits with free video streaming of works from the company's archives. Inspired by the American cartoon a?oeTom and Jerry,a?? French Twist uses contemporary movement set to five musical selections by the late French composer Hugues Le Bars. Ma Cong's French Twist will be offered beginning Wednesday, June 10, 2020, accompanied by a video introduction with current company dancer Mengjun Chen, who attended Beijing Dance Academy a generation after Cong. The recorded performance will be available for 48 hours only, with streaming instructions announced through Smuin's email list (sign up at smuinballet.org), or via Smuin's Facebook (facebook.com/SmuinBallet) and Instagram (instagram.com/smuinballet). For more information the public may visit smuinballet.org.
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2020
Smuin Contemporary Ballet announces Ma Cong's fast and flirtatious French Twist as the next installment of its popular Hump Day Ballets series, which aims to brighten mid-week spirits with free video streaming of works from the company's archives. Inspired by the American cartoon a?oeTom and Jerry,a?? French Twist uses contemporary movement set to five musical selections by the late French composer Hugues Le Bars. Ma Cong's French Twist will be offered beginning Wednesday, June 10, 2020, accompanied by a video introduction with current company dancer Mengjun Chen, who attended Beijing Dance Academy a generation after Cong. The recorded performance will be available for 48 hours only, with streaming instructions announced through Smuin's email list (sign up at smuinballet.org), or via Smuin's Facebook (facebook.com/SmuinBallet) and Instagram (instagram.com/smuinballet). For more information the public may visit smuinballet.org.
PlayGround Announces Updated Showtimes for Zoom Premiere of THE RENDERING CYCLE
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2020
In light of curfew orders throughout the Bay Area PlayGround has moved the showtime of its Saturday, June 6 opening night performance of Genevieve Jessee's The Rendering Cycle to 5pm PT.
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2020
In light of curfew orders throughout the Bay Area PlayGround has moved the showtime of its Saturday, June 6 opening night performance of Genevieve Jessee's The Rendering Cycle to 5pm PT.
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Cinderella
Hillbarn Theatre (12/4 - 12/28) | |
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“After Sleepwalking: Music by Women and Nonbinary Composers”
Piedmont Piano Company, 1728 San Pablo Ave (1/25 - 1/25) | |
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Moulin Rouge!
Orpheum Theatre San Francisco (12/16 - 12/28) | |
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The Great Dickens Christmas Fair & Victorian Holiday Party
The Cow Palace (11/22 - 12/21) | |
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Sing You a Merry Christmas at Grace Cathedral
Grace Cathedral (12/23 - 12/23) | |
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An Evening with a Mentalist: Jay Alexander's Mind Tricks Live
San Francisco Magic Theater (w/Jay Alexander) at the Marrakech (1/23 - 1/25) | |
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Spirals and Dirt
Potrero Stage (2/16 - 2/16) | |
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Running After Shadows
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