Smuin Cancels Remaining DANCE SERIES 2 Performances, Announces Virtual Opening Night
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2020
Following the extension of the Shelter-in-Place order, Smuin Contemporary Ballet has announced the further cancellation of all performances of its spring program, Dance Series 2.
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2020
Following the extension of the Shelter-in-Place order, Smuin Contemporary Ballet has announced the further cancellation of all performances of its spring program, Dance Series 2.
Luther Burbank Center for the Arts to Host 17th Annual Fundraiser THE ART OF DESSERT Virtually
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2020
Today, Luther Burbank Center for the Arts announced that the 17th annual benefit, The Art of Dessert, previously scheduled for Saturday, April 4, will now take place virtually beginning Thursday, May 7 at 5 p.m. and concluding Saturday, May 9 at 9 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2020
Today, Luther Burbank Center for the Arts announced that the 17th annual benefit, The Art of Dessert, previously scheduled for Saturday, April 4, will now take place virtually beginning Thursday, May 7 at 5 p.m. and concluding Saturday, May 9 at 9 p.m.
AmiosWest Presents SHOTZSF: SOCIALLY DISTANT NOIR
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2020
AmiosWest presents a Covid Era a?oetheatricala?? experience on FaceBook live via Zoom. Theater artists have got to keep creating! ShotzSF has the agility and talent to make the transition to this medium and they invite you to join us and see what can happen. Gathering artists from across the country (The Bay Area, Ashland & New York) ShotzSF: Socially Distant Noir, will be our 3rd installment of virtual Shotz.
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2020
AmiosWest presents a Covid Era a?oetheatricala?? experience on FaceBook live via Zoom. Theater artists have got to keep creating! ShotzSF has the agility and talent to make the transition to this medium and they invite you to join us and see what can happen. Gathering artists from across the country (The Bay Area, Ashland & New York) ShotzSF: Socially Distant Noir, will be our 3rd installment of virtual Shotz.
Word For Word Opens Corona Radio Theater
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2020
NPR Affiliate KALW-FM 91.7 FM launches Corona Radio Theater on its Open Air Program with Theater Company Word for Word's Reading - on Zoom - of Tobias Wolff's Story a?oeFirelighta?? airing Thursday April 30 1 PM.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2020
NPR Affiliate KALW-FM 91.7 FM launches Corona Radio Theater on its Open Air Program with Theater Company Word for Word's Reading - on Zoom - of Tobias Wolff's Story a?oeFirelighta?? airing Thursday April 30 1 PM.
Festival Napa Valley Launches Remote Ensemble Project
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2020
When Festival Napa Valley, California Wine Country's flagship music festival, made the decision to postpone its 15th Anniversary Season to 2021, its artists refused to be silenced. Led by two alumni of the Festival's Blackburn Music Academy - conductor Zach Salsburg-Frank and violinist Sienna Peck - 126 past and present Festival Napa Valley musicians joined forces to create an extraordinary virtual performance of the famous a?oeVa, pensieroa?? chorus from the opera Nabucco by Giuseppe Verdi.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2020
When Festival Napa Valley, California Wine Country's flagship music festival, made the decision to postpone its 15th Anniversary Season to 2021, its artists refused to be silenced. Led by two alumni of the Festival's Blackburn Music Academy - conductor Zach Salsburg-Frank and violinist Sienna Peck - 126 past and present Festival Napa Valley musicians joined forces to create an extraordinary virtual performance of the famous a?oeVa, pensieroa?? chorus from the opera Nabucco by Giuseppe Verdi.
Frameline Names Lindsey Hodgson As New Director Of Distribution And Educational Programming
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2020
Following an extensive search, Frameline announced Lindsey Hodgson as its new Director of Distribution and Educational Programming. In this role, Hodgson will oversee Frameline Distribution, the world's only non-profit LGBTQ+ film distributor serving OTT platforms, broadcasters, educational institutions, public libraries, film festivals, and community members; Frameline Voices, which provides a platform to connect and amplify stories of underrepresented perspectives to a global audience; and Youth in Motion, which provides free LGBTQ+ films and curriculum guides to Genders & Sexualities Alliances and educators.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2020
Following an extensive search, Frameline announced Lindsey Hodgson as its new Director of Distribution and Educational Programming. In this role, Hodgson will oversee Frameline Distribution, the world's only non-profit LGBTQ+ film distributor serving OTT platforms, broadcasters, educational institutions, public libraries, film festivals, and community members; Frameline Voices, which provides a platform to connect and amplify stories of underrepresented perspectives to a global audience; and Youth in Motion, which provides free LGBTQ+ films and curriculum guides to Genders & Sexualities Alliances and educators.
Smuin Ballet Extends Virtual Classes, Adds Musical Theater With Weston Krukow
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2020
Due to popular demand, Smuin Contemporary Ballet has extended its drop-in classes for aspiring, retired, and professional dancers as Shelter-in-Place continues. All classes are a?oepay if and what you can,a?? and students are invited to try one class, sample a variety of styles, or enroll for a seriesa?"including newly announced Musical Theater dance classes with Emmy Award-winning choreographer Weston Krukow.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2020
Due to popular demand, Smuin Contemporary Ballet has extended its drop-in classes for aspiring, retired, and professional dancers as Shelter-in-Place continues. All classes are a?oepay if and what you can,a?? and students are invited to try one class, sample a variety of styles, or enroll for a seriesa?"including newly announced Musical Theater dance classes with Emmy Award-winning choreographer Weston Krukow.
Broadway San Jose Announces Two Community Food Initiatives
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2020
Broadway San Jose General Manager Gretchen Feyer announced two community food initiatives aimed at keeping the Bay Area theatre community engaged and connected.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2020
Broadway San Jose General Manager Gretchen Feyer announced two community food initiatives aimed at keeping the Bay Area theatre community engaged and connected.
Magic Theatre's DON'T EAT THE MANGOS Now Streaming, & More
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2020
Magic Theatre has announced that Magic Theatre's National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere Production of Ricardo Pérez González's DON'T EAT THE MANGOS (which performed in February and March of this year) will be available for streaming exclusively at magictheatre.org.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2020
Magic Theatre has announced that Magic Theatre's National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere Production of Ricardo Pérez González's DON'T EAT THE MANGOS (which performed in February and March of this year) will be available for streaming exclusively at magictheatre.org.
Theatre Rhinoceros Presents A Free Facebook Live Presentation Of John Fisher's MURDER IN HAWAII
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2020
Theatre Rhinoceros presents a FREE Facebook Live presentation: MURDER IN HAWAII: Clarence Darrow's Last Case, My Father and Me. The show is conceived and performed by John Fisher.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2020
Theatre Rhinoceros presents a FREE Facebook Live presentation: MURDER IN HAWAII: Clarence Darrow's Last Case, My Father and Me. The show is conceived and performed by John Fisher.
Smuin Offers Free Stream Of Trey McIntyre Hit OH, INVERTED WORLD For Hump Day Ballet
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2020
Smuin Contemporary Ballet announces Trey McIntyre's hit Oh, Inverted World as the next installment of its Hump Day Ballets series.
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2020
Smuin Contemporary Ballet announces Trey McIntyre's hit Oh, Inverted World as the next installment of its Hump Day Ballets series.
Theatre Rhinoceros And The Gaze Present MIND THAT TIS ME BROTHER
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2020
Theatre Rhinoceros announces an international collaboration with The Gaze Presentsa?? of Cork Ireland, MIND THAT TIS ME BROTHER. Written by Gaye Shortland (Adapted by Johnny Hanrahan); Directed by Alex Herlihy. May 5, 2020 at 7:00PM FREE! One Performance Only.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2020
Theatre Rhinoceros announces an international collaboration with The Gaze Presentsa?? of Cork Ireland, MIND THAT TIS ME BROTHER. Written by Gaye Shortland (Adapted by Johnny Hanrahan); Directed by Alex Herlihy. May 5, 2020 at 7:00PM FREE! One Performance Only.
Berkeley Repertory Theatre to Present Benefit Live-Stream of HERSHEY FELDER AS IRVING BERLIN
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2020
The story and music of America's Composer comes to you live in the comfort of your own home when Berkeley Repertory Theatre presents a live broadcast of Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin, a play-with-music written and performed by award-winning actor and musician Hershey Felder (George Gershwin Alone, Hershey Felder as Leonard Bernstein in Maestro).
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2020
The story and music of America's Composer comes to you live in the comfort of your own home when Berkeley Repertory Theatre presents a live broadcast of Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin, a play-with-music written and performed by award-winning actor and musician Hershey Felder (George Gershwin Alone, Hershey Felder as Leonard Bernstein in Maestro).
Video Roundup: Members of the San Francisco Community Sing 'I Left My Heart in San Francisco'
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2020
Members of the San Francisco community all joined forces to sing 'I Left My Heart in San Francisco' yesterday, April 25. People were encouraged to record themselves singing the song and post them on social media.
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2020
Members of the San Francisco community all joined forces to sing 'I Left My Heart in San Francisco' yesterday, April 25. People were encouraged to record themselves singing the song and post them on social media.
Playwrights Foundation Announces 43rd Festival Semifinalists And Finalists
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2020
Playwrights Foundation, the West Coast's premiere launchpad for exceptional plays and playwrights, has announced the semifinalists and finalists for the 2020 Bay Area Playwrights Festival (BAPF), which is scheduled to run July 17-26, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2020
Playwrights Foundation, the West Coast's premiere launchpad for exceptional plays and playwrights, has announced the semifinalists and finalists for the 2020 Bay Area Playwrights Festival (BAPF), which is scheduled to run July 17-26, 2020.
Town Hall Theatre Announces 76th Season 2020/21: GROWING UP
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2020
Town Hall Theatre Company has announced four compelling plays and musicals for its 76th 2020/21 Season, entitled GROWING UP.
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2020
Town Hall Theatre Company has announced four compelling plays and musicals for its 76th 2020/21 Season, entitled GROWING UP.
Stephanie Weisman of MARSHSTREAM at The Marsh Gives Us the Scoop Behind the New Daily Streaming Platform
by Jim Munson - April 24, 2020
The Marsh San Francisco has long been known as the city's breeding ground for new performance. Like theater companies the world over, The Marsh is also having to invent new ways of engaging with audiences while in-person performances are suspended due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Their creative solution is called MarshStream, which offers a mind-boggling variety of programming seven days a week, including game nights, live performance readings, performance development classes, and archived performance streams. Content is being offered via Zoom, YouTube, Instagram, Spotify, Google Podcasts and iTunes. For weekly event schedules and additional information, visit www.themarsh.org. BroadwayWorld recently caught up with Stephanie Weisman, The Marsh's Founder/Artistic Director, to learn more about MarshStream and check in on how she and The Marsh are weathering the pandemic.
by Jim Munson - April 24, 2020
The Marsh San Francisco has long been known as the city's breeding ground for new performance. Like theater companies the world over, The Marsh is also having to invent new ways of engaging with audiences while in-person performances are suspended due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Their creative solution is called MarshStream, which offers a mind-boggling variety of programming seven days a week, including game nights, live performance readings, performance development classes, and archived performance streams. Content is being offered via Zoom, YouTube, Instagram, Spotify, Google Podcasts and iTunes. For weekly event schedules and additional information, visit www.themarsh.org. BroadwayWorld recently caught up with Stephanie Weisman, The Marsh's Founder/Artistic Director, to learn more about MarshStream and check in on how she and The Marsh are weathering the pandemic.
SFBATCC to announce 44th Annual Theatre Awards recipients via on-line presentation
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2020
The San Francisco Bay Area Theatre Critics Circle will announce the recipients of its 44th Annual 'Excellence in Theatre' awards with an online presentation via their website this coming April 30, the group announced today.
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2020
The San Francisco Bay Area Theatre Critics Circle will announce the recipients of its 44th Annual 'Excellence in Theatre' awards with an online presentation via their website this coming April 30, the group announced today.
SF Ballet Announces Company Roster For 2021 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2020
San Francisco Ballet (SF Ballet) announces 11 promotions, two new Company members, and six apprentices for the 2021 Season.
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2020
San Francisco Ballet (SF Ballet) announces 11 promotions, two new Company members, and six apprentices for the 2021 Season.
A.C.T Launches THIS IS JUST INTERMISSION—INTERACT AT HOME
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2020
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) announced This Is Just Intermission-InterACT at Home, an online initiative that aims to engage, enrich, and entertain patrons through a series of interactive events, activities, and innovative programming from the comfort and safety of their homes.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2020
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) announced This Is Just Intermission-InterACT at Home, an online initiative that aims to engage, enrich, and entertain patrons through a series of interactive events, activities, and innovative programming from the comfort and safety of their homes.
UC Santa Cruz Costume Shop Builds Face Masks For Employees
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2020
The UC Santa Cruz News site has reported that the UCSC costume shop is now helping to make face masks for fellow employees.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2020
The UC Santa Cruz News site has reported that the UCSC costume shop is now helping to make face masks for fellow employees.
Mystic Theatre Launches Gift Card Program to Cope With the Health Crisis
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2020
The Press Democrat has reported that Petaluma's Mystic Theatre has launched a gift card program to help pay employees and recover lost revenue during the shutdown of live performances.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2020
The Press Democrat has reported that Petaluma's Mystic Theatre has launched a gift card program to help pay employees and recover lost revenue during the shutdown of live performances.
Join The Chorus! Online Auditions Open For Ragazzi Boys Chorus
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2020
Acclaimed Ragazzi Boys Chorus invites boys who love to sing to apply now to join the chorus in Fall 2020. To prevent the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus), the Grammy Award-winning chorus has cancelled its May 30 free SingFest, a popular mini-camp that combines auditions with a morning of song. Instead, boys aged 7 to 18 can virtually get introduced to Ragazzi from the comfort of their homes, meeting online one-on-one with a Ragazzi chorus director for some short, fun singing games appropriate to their age level.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2020
Acclaimed Ragazzi Boys Chorus invites boys who love to sing to apply now to join the chorus in Fall 2020. To prevent the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus), the Grammy Award-winning chorus has cancelled its May 30 free SingFest, a popular mini-camp that combines auditions with a morning of song. Instead, boys aged 7 to 18 can virtually get introduced to Ragazzi from the comfort of their homes, meeting online one-on-one with a Ragazzi chorus director for some short, fun singing games appropriate to their age level.
The Rhino Presents First Fully Staged Production A DOG DREAMS
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2020
Theatre Rhinoceros presents a FREE Live Zoom production: A DOG DREAMS. Written by Jeffrey Fischer-Smith; Directed by Alan Quismorio, April 25, 2020 at 8:30pm. One Live Performance Onlya?"Actors are off book and fully staged.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2020
Theatre Rhinoceros presents a FREE Live Zoom production: A DOG DREAMS. Written by Jeffrey Fischer-Smith; Directed by Alan Quismorio, April 25, 2020 at 8:30pm. One Live Performance Onlya?"Actors are off book and fully staged.
Diablo Ballet Meets The COVID-19 Challenge
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2020
While Diablo Ballet's final two performances of the season were cancelled including their Annual Gala, it was able to quickly navigate uncharted territory under this new Shelter in Place order. Amidst the COVID-19 Crisis, nonprofit organizations are being forced to fold, or learn to adapt quickly and effectively to a rapidly changing environment, wherever possible.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2020
While Diablo Ballet's final two performances of the season were cancelled including their Annual Gala, it was able to quickly navigate uncharted territory under this new Shelter in Place order. Amidst the COVID-19 Crisis, nonprofit organizations are being forced to fold, or learn to adapt quickly and effectively to a rapidly changing environment, wherever possible.
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