QUEEN MAIR By Matthew Wells to Premiere at Central Works At Berkeley City Club
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2020
The Central Works Celebratory 30th Season continues with Queen Mair by Matthew Wells, a new play inspired by King Lear running May 9a?"Jun 7 at the historic Berkeley City Club. In Matthew Wells' new play Queen Mair it's ninety minutes before the start of the tale that is known as King Lear. The old king's wife, Queen Mair, has asked her three daughters and their nurse to join her in her private bedchamber, to say farewell to the youngest, gentle Cordelia, whose hand is about to be given in marriage. But there are other farewells to be taken, and painful secrets that must be revealed, before young Cordelia will be on her way.
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2020
The Central Works Celebratory 30th Season continues with Queen Mair by Matthew Wells, a new play inspired by King Lear running May 9a?"Jun 7 at the historic Berkeley City Club. In Matthew Wells' new play Queen Mair it's ninety minutes before the start of the tale that is known as King Lear. The old king's wife, Queen Mair, has asked her three daughters and their nurse to join her in her private bedchamber, to say farewell to the youngest, gentle Cordelia, whose hand is about to be given in marriage. But there are other farewells to be taken, and painful secrets that must be revealed, before young Cordelia will be on her way.
Dragon Productions Theatre Company is Launching DRAGON ON DEMAND
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2020
Dragon Productions Theatre has released the following statement regarding upcoming programming:
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2020
Dragon Productions Theatre has released the following statement regarding upcoming programming:
A.C.T. Cancels Upcoming Productions Of THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW and POOR YELLA REDNECKS: VIETGONE PART 2
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2020
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) Executive Director Jennifer Bielstein and Artistic Director Pam MacKinnon announced today that the remaining two productions of A.C.T.'s 2019/20 mainstage seasona?"Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show and Qui Nguyen's Poor Yella Rednecks: Vietgone Part 2a?"have been canceled.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2020
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) Executive Director Jennifer Bielstein and Artistic Director Pam MacKinnon announced today that the remaining two productions of A.C.T.'s 2019/20 mainstage seasona?"Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show and Qui Nguyen's Poor Yella Rednecks: Vietgone Part 2a?"have been canceled.
Theatre Rhinoceros Presents SCOTUS GAY: A Live-Remote Reading Of A World Premiere Play
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2020
On October 8, 2019 the Supreme Court heard oral arguments about the notorious cases of men and women being fired for sexual orientation.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2020
On October 8, 2019 the Supreme Court heard oral arguments about the notorious cases of men and women being fired for sexual orientation.
Mission Academy of Performing Arts Student Production Postponed
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2020
Mission Academy of Performing Arts has announced the postponement of its student production.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2020
Mission Academy of Performing Arts has announced the postponement of its student production.
TheatreWorks Will Stream Cancelled THEY PROMISED HER THE MOON
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2020
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley announced that streaming will be available for ticket holders of Laurel Ollstein's They Promised Her the Moon. Last week, all remaining performances of the Northern California Premiere were cancelled to prevent the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus), causing it to shutter a week after its first performance on March 4.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2020
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley announced that streaming will be available for ticket holders of Laurel Ollstein's They Promised Her the Moon. Last week, all remaining performances of the Northern California Premiere were cancelled to prevent the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus), causing it to shutter a week after its first performance on March 4.
Hammer Theatre Postpones New Ballet's FAST FORWARD To June 7
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2020
Due to theaters closing to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, Hammer Theatre Center has postponed New Ballet's Fast Forward, an exhilarating evening of contemporary ballet highlighting the innovative works of rising local and national choreographers originally scheduled for March 28.
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2020
Due to theaters closing to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, Hammer Theatre Center has postponed New Ballet's Fast Forward, an exhilarating evening of contemporary ballet highlighting the innovative works of rising local and national choreographers originally scheduled for March 28.
Palo Alto Players Postpones MATILDA Performances
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2020
Palo Alto Players has released the following statement regarding upcoming performances:
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2020
Palo Alto Players has released the following statement regarding upcoming performances:
Chamber Music San Francisco Cancels Alisa Weilerstein and Inon Barnatan Performances
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2020
Chamber Music San Francisco has announced that it has cancelled all three Bay Area performances for world-acclaimed cellist Alisa Weilerstein, along with Israeli pianist Inon Barnatan, to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus).
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2020
Chamber Music San Francisco has announced that it has cancelled all three Bay Area performances for world-acclaimed cellist Alisa Weilerstein, along with Israeli pianist Inon Barnatan, to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus).
South Bay Musical Theatre Announces 2020-2021 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2020
South Bay Musical Theatre (SBMT) has announced the titles for the Company's upcoming 2020-2021 season. The 2020-2021 season will include JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT (September 26 - October 17, 2020), A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC (January 30 - February 20, 2021) and THE KING AND I (May 15 - June 5, 2021).
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2020
South Bay Musical Theatre (SBMT) has announced the titles for the Company's upcoming 2020-2021 season. The 2020-2021 season will include JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT (September 26 - October 17, 2020), A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC (January 30 - February 20, 2021) and THE KING AND I (May 15 - June 5, 2021).
South Bay Musical Theatre 2020-2021 Season Announced
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2020
South Bay Musical Theatre has announced the titles for the Company's upcoming 2020-2021 season.
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2020
South Bay Musical Theatre has announced the titles for the Company's upcoming 2020-2021 season.
BWW Review: LOVE at Marin Theatre Company
by Steve Murray - March 16, 2020
Straight out of recent headlines of #metoo, Bill Cosby, Jeffrey Epstein and Harvey Weinstein comes the World Premiere of Kate Cortesi's Love, a clever, well-acted examination of sexual abuse from the perspective of abuser and victim that challenges the black and white image of right and wrong by adding in heavy shades of grey. The results are a thoughtful, yet perplexing look at the dynamics of sexual power politics.
by Steve Murray - March 16, 2020
Straight out of recent headlines of #metoo, Bill Cosby, Jeffrey Epstein and Harvey Weinstein comes the World Premiere of Kate Cortesi's Love, a clever, well-acted examination of sexual abuse from the perspective of abuser and victim that challenges the black and white image of right and wrong by adding in heavy shades of grey. The results are a thoughtful, yet perplexing look at the dynamics of sexual power politics.
San Francisco Opera Announces Cancellation Of Workshops and Recitals
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2020
Due to increased measures to slow the spread of COVID-19, including a March 13 San Francisco Department of Public Health order prohibiting gatherings of 100 or more persons through April 30, and a March 16 order requiring San Francisco residents to stay home except for essential needs, the following events are canceled:
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2020
Due to increased measures to slow the spread of COVID-19, including a March 13 San Francisco Department of Public Health order prohibiting gatherings of 100 or more persons through April 30, and a March 16 order requiring San Francisco residents to stay home except for essential needs, the following events are canceled:
Alonzo King LINES Ballet Cancels Spring Season & Gala, Closes LINES Dance Center
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2020
Alonzo King LINES Ballet regrets to announce it is canceling its Spring Season, scheduled for April 10-19, 2020 at The Blue Shield Theater of California at YBCA. It is also canceling its Spring Gala: Reaching for the Stars.
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2020
Alonzo King LINES Ballet regrets to announce it is canceling its Spring Season, scheduled for April 10-19, 2020 at The Blue Shield Theater of California at YBCA. It is also canceling its Spring Gala: Reaching for the Stars.
Waukesha Civic Theatre Announces Upcoming Cancellations
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2020
Rhonda Schmidt, Executive Director of WCT has released the following statement regarding upcoming performances:
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2020
Rhonda Schmidt, Executive Director of WCT has released the following statement regarding upcoming performances:
Dragon Theatre Cancels Performances Due to COVID-19
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2020
Dragon has cancelled upcoming performances due to COVID-19.
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2020
Dragon has cancelled upcoming performances due to COVID-19.
Smuin Concludes Its 26th Season With 'Dance Series 2'
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2020
Smuin Contemporary Ballet's groundbreaking spring program will introduce the Bay Area to internationally renowned Cuban choreographer Osnel Delgado, with the thrilling World Premiere of S-Quimera, combining flawless contemporary dance with Afro-Cuban and Latin social dances to create a piece truly unique to Smuin.
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2020
Smuin Contemporary Ballet's groundbreaking spring program will introduce the Bay Area to internationally renowned Cuban choreographer Osnel Delgado, with the thrilling World Premiere of S-Quimera, combining flawless contemporary dance with Afro-Cuban and Latin social dances to create a piece truly unique to Smuin.
The Wattis Has Temporarily Closed
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2020
The Wattis has released the following statement regarding its closure:
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2020
The Wattis has released the following statement regarding its closure:
Montalvo Arts Center Postpones All Concerts, Classes, And Public Events Through April 11
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2020
With the safety of its community as its uppermost concern, Montalvo Arts Center has announced that it will postpone all concerts, classes, and public events through April 11, effective immediately.
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2020
With the safety of its community as its uppermost concern, Montalvo Arts Center has announced that it will postpone all concerts, classes, and public events through April 11, effective immediately.
Palo Alto Players Reschedules Gala Fundraiser To May 31
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2020
Palo Alto Players announced it would reschedule its gala fundraiser (from its original April 4 date) to Sunday, May 31, 2020 in response to the continued spread of COVID-19.
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2020
Palo Alto Players announced it would reschedule its gala fundraiser (from its original April 4 date) to Sunday, May 31, 2020 in response to the continued spread of COVID-19.
Isaac Mizrahi Appearance At OFJCC In Palo Alto Canceled
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2020
The Oshman Family JCC in Palo Alto has postponed Isaac Mizrahi's upcoming cabaret show, Movie Stars and Supermodels, due to the COVID-19 coronavirus guidance from the County of Santa Clara Public Health Department.
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2020
The Oshman Family JCC in Palo Alto has postponed Isaac Mizrahi's upcoming cabaret show, Movie Stars and Supermodels, due to the COVID-19 coronavirus guidance from the County of Santa Clara Public Health Department.
MenAlive to Postpone Harmony Gala
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2020
MenAlive will postpone its Harmony Gala due to Covid-19:
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2020
MenAlive will postpone its Harmony Gala due to Covid-19:
San Francisco Playhouse Announces Postponement Of REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2020
Due to the growing uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 (Coronavirus), San Francisco Playhouse is announcing that performances of its upcoming production of Real Women Have Curves have been canceled through March 30, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2020
Due to the growing uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 (Coronavirus), San Francisco Playhouse is announcing that performances of its upcoming production of Real Women Have Curves have been canceled through March 30, 2020.
Aurora Theatre Company Cancels Joe Orton's LOOT
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2020
Aurora Theatre Company today announced that it will cancel its upcoming run of Joe Orton's LOOT, previously scheduled April 3 - May 3, out of concern for public health and safety in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2020
Aurora Theatre Company today announced that it will cancel its upcoming run of Joe Orton's LOOT, previously scheduled April 3 - May 3, out of concern for public health and safety in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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