ReOrient Festival Celebrates 20th Anniversary
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2019
Golden Thread Productions, the first American theatre company devoted to the Middle East will celebrate the 20th anniversary of its prestigious ReOrient 2019 Festival of Short Plays with seven fully produced short plays, two panel discussions, and a national convening of Middle Eastern theatre artists.
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2019
Golden Thread Productions, the first American theatre company devoted to the Middle East will celebrate the 20th anniversary of its prestigious ReOrient 2019 Festival of Short Plays with seven fully produced short plays, two panel discussions, and a national convening of Middle Eastern theatre artists.
The Marsh Berkeley Presents THE JAP BOX
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2019
Through monologue and magic, Japanese American magician David Hirata will excavate the mysteries and stories of magician Namigoro Sumidagawa in The Jap Box, making its debut at The Marsh Berkeley this October. In 1866, Sumidagawa became the first Japanese citizen in over 200 years to receive a passport to leave the country. As part of the a?oeImperil Japanese Troupe,a?? he dazzled audiences across Victorian America with his exotic stage magic and became a media celebrity. By the time Sumidagawa returned home, his prize trick had been appropriated by American magicians in yellowface and rechristened as the a?oeJap Box.a?? Over a century later, Hirata unveils illusions and surprises from this Japanese American story in his latest solo show, The Jap Box. Post-show talkbacks, featuring experts in everything from history to magic, will be offered throughout the run (dates below). The Jap Box will be presented October 26 - December 1, 2019 (press opening: November 2) with performances at 5:00pm Saturdays and 2:00pm Sundays at The Marsh Berkeley, 2120 Allston Way, Berkeley. For tickets ($20-$35 sliding scale; $55 and $100 reserved) or more information, the public may visit www.themarsh.org or call The Marsh Box office at 415-282-3055 (open Monday through Friday, 1:00pm-4:00pm).
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2019
Through monologue and magic, Japanese American magician David Hirata will excavate the mysteries and stories of magician Namigoro Sumidagawa in The Jap Box, making its debut at The Marsh Berkeley this October. In 1866, Sumidagawa became the first Japanese citizen in over 200 years to receive a passport to leave the country. As part of the a?oeImperil Japanese Troupe,a?? he dazzled audiences across Victorian America with his exotic stage magic and became a media celebrity. By the time Sumidagawa returned home, his prize trick had been appropriated by American magicians in yellowface and rechristened as the a?oeJap Box.a?? Over a century later, Hirata unveils illusions and surprises from this Japanese American story in his latest solo show, The Jap Box. Post-show talkbacks, featuring experts in everything from history to magic, will be offered throughout the run (dates below). The Jap Box will be presented October 26 - December 1, 2019 (press opening: November 2) with performances at 5:00pm Saturdays and 2:00pm Sundays at The Marsh Berkeley, 2120 Allston Way, Berkeley. For tickets ($20-$35 sliding scale; $55 and $100 reserved) or more information, the public may visit www.themarsh.org or call The Marsh Box office at 415-282-3055 (open Monday through Friday, 1:00pm-4:00pm).
Brian Copeland & Charlie Varon Star In THE GREAT AMERICAN SH*T SHOW
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2019
Solo performance legends Brian Copeland and Charlie Varon join forces to present new monologues on life in the Age of Trump in THE GREAT AMERICAN SH*T SHOW. After a successful and highly-praised show in San Rafael in April, they're bringing it back on Thursday, November 14 at The Marin Center's Showcase Theater.
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2019
Solo performance legends Brian Copeland and Charlie Varon join forces to present new monologues on life in the Age of Trump in THE GREAT AMERICAN SH*T SHOW. After a successful and highly-praised show in San Rafael in April, they're bringing it back on Thursday, November 14 at The Marin Center's Showcase Theater.
THE WAITING PERIOD By Brian Copeland Comes To Douglas Morrisson Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2019
Brian Copeland performs The Waiting Period - winner of the Theater Bay Area Award for Outstanding Production of a Solo Play, This deeply moving and surprisingly funny work outlines Copeland's own struggles with depression and suicidal thought, and is presented to everyone and to remove all barriers for those who may be struggling with depression themselves. Featuring humorous, poignant, and riveting insights, the solo show written by Copeland and directed by David Ford, It will take place at the Douglas Morrisson Theatre in Hayward, CA on Saturday, October 5, 2019 (8:00pm).
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2019
Brian Copeland performs The Waiting Period - winner of the Theater Bay Area Award for Outstanding Production of a Solo Play, This deeply moving and surprisingly funny work outlines Copeland's own struggles with depression and suicidal thought, and is presented to everyone and to remove all barriers for those who may be struggling with depression themselves. Featuring humorous, poignant, and riveting insights, the solo show written by Copeland and directed by David Ford, It will take place at the Douglas Morrisson Theatre in Hayward, CA on Saturday, October 5, 2019 (8:00pm).
Brian Copeland's Holiday Show THE JEWELRY BOX Comes To Altarena Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2019
The family-friendly Bay Area holiday favorite The Jewelry Box comes to the Altarena Playhouse. Performed by Brian Copeland, who has been hailed by the San Francisco Chronicle as 'among the Bay Area's most honest, thoughtful and eloquent storytellers,' and directed by David Ford, this hilariously heartwarming story follows a young Brian as he heads to the 'mean streets' of Oakland to buy his mom a Christmas present.
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2019
The family-friendly Bay Area holiday favorite The Jewelry Box comes to the Altarena Playhouse. Performed by Brian Copeland, who has been hailed by the San Francisco Chronicle as 'among the Bay Area's most honest, thoughtful and eloquent storytellers,' and directed by David Ford, this hilariously heartwarming story follows a young Brian as he heads to the 'mean streets' of Oakland to buy his mom a Christmas present.
WHY WOULD I MISPRONOUNCE MY OWN NAME? Announced For The Best of San Francisco Solo Series 2019/20
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2019
The first performance for Brian Copeland's (in partnership with the Marin Cultural Association) The Best of San Francisco Solo Series at The Marin Center's Showcase Theater is Irma Herrera's solo show Why Would I Mispronounce My Own Name?, a new work that weaves history and comedic insights into stories about names, shedding light and throwing shade on societal prejudices and assumptions. When giving her name its correct Spanish pronunciation, Irma often gets the, 'where are you from?' question. The assumption: that she is a foreigner. Irma's family has been in South Texas for generations, and the award-winning social justice activist, lawyer, and journalist thinks of herself as American as apple pie.
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2019
The first performance for Brian Copeland's (in partnership with the Marin Cultural Association) The Best of San Francisco Solo Series at The Marin Center's Showcase Theater is Irma Herrera's solo show Why Would I Mispronounce My Own Name?, a new work that weaves history and comedic insights into stories about names, shedding light and throwing shade on societal prejudices and assumptions. When giving her name its correct Spanish pronunciation, Irma often gets the, 'where are you from?' question. The assumption: that she is a foreigner. Irma's family has been in South Texas for generations, and the award-winning social justice activist, lawyer, and journalist thinks of herself as American as apple pie.
New Conservatory Theatre Center Presents THE CAKE
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2019
In October, New Conservatory Theatre Center is proud to serve up the regional premiere of The Cake, a comic confection written by Bekah Brunstetter and directed by Tracy Ward.
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2019
In October, New Conservatory Theatre Center is proud to serve up the regional premiere of The Cake, a comic confection written by Bekah Brunstetter and directed by Tracy Ward.
Daren A.C. Carollo & Daniel Thomas of TITANIC IN CONCERT at 42nd Street Moon Discuss Their Successful Collaboration & the Upcoming Moon Season
by Jim Munson - September 04, 2019
42nd Street Moon opens its 27th season on September 7th & 8th with a concert staging of Maury Yeston & Peter Stone's a?oeTitanica?? with full orchestra. BroadwayWorld spoke recently with Moon's Artistic Directors Daren A.C. Carollo and Daniel Thomas about the show and Moon's upcoming season. The two make for an interesting team, with Carollo's candor and exuberance playing off Thomas' reserve and deliberation.
by Jim Munson - September 04, 2019
42nd Street Moon opens its 27th season on September 7th & 8th with a concert staging of Maury Yeston & Peter Stone's a?oeTitanica?? with full orchestra. BroadwayWorld spoke recently with Moon's Artistic Directors Daren A.C. Carollo and Daniel Thomas about the show and Moon's upcoming season. The two make for an interesting team, with Carollo's candor and exuberance playing off Thomas' reserve and deliberation.
End Of Life Festival Presents DESIGNATED DAUGHTER
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
The Designated Daughter is being presented by The Marsh San Francisco as part of the Reimagine End of Life festival, a citywide exploration of death and celebration of life through creativity and conversation. Every family has one: the dutiful child who stays behind shouldering familial responsibilities. Podesta wasn't that daughter. However, when her elderly mother moves in a?" wreaking comic chaos, forcing a painful confrontation with a buried past, and prompting the search for the perfect pajamas a?" she has one last chance to build a bond of truth and love.
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
The Designated Daughter is being presented by The Marsh San Francisco as part of the Reimagine End of Life festival, a citywide exploration of death and celebration of life through creativity and conversation. Every family has one: the dutiful child who stays behind shouldering familial responsibilities. Podesta wasn't that daughter. However, when her elderly mother moves in a?" wreaking comic chaos, forcing a painful confrontation with a buried past, and prompting the search for the perfect pajamas a?" she has one last chance to build a bond of truth and love.
Monterey Jazz Festival Announces New Mission Statement
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
In 1958, the Monterey Jazz Festival held its inaugural festival, presenting the very best of jazz music, with a commitment to supporting and nurturing the art form for future generations.
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
In 1958, the Monterey Jazz Festival held its inaugural festival, presenting the very best of jazz music, with a commitment to supporting and nurturing the art form for future generations.
THE 39 STEPS Extended At TheatreWorks
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
Due to popular demand, TheatreWorks Silicon Valley will extend the riotous comedy The 39 Steps, adding three additional performancesa?"2pm and 8pm Saturday, September 21, and 2pm Sunday, September 22.
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
Due to popular demand, TheatreWorks Silicon Valley will extend the riotous comedy The 39 Steps, adding three additional performancesa?"2pm and 8pm Saturday, September 21, and 2pm Sunday, September 22.
San Francisco Opera Announces Casting Update For Gounod's ROMEO & JULIET
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
San Francisco Opera today announced a cast change for Charles Gounod's Romeo and Juliet (Roméo et Juliette), which opens the Company's 97th season on September 6, 2019 and runs for seven performances through October 1 at the War Memorial Opera House. Samoan-born New Zealand tenor Pene Pati, originally scheduled to sing Romeo on October 1, will perform the role in all performances, replacing Bryan Hymel who has withdrawn for personal reasons.
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
San Francisco Opera today announced a cast change for Charles Gounod's Romeo and Juliet (Roméo et Juliette), which opens the Company's 97th season on September 6, 2019 and runs for seven performances through October 1 at the War Memorial Opera House. Samoan-born New Zealand tenor Pene Pati, originally scheduled to sing Romeo on October 1, will perform the role in all performances, replacing Bryan Hymel who has withdrawn for personal reasons.
Theatre of Yugen Presents PUPPETS & POE: Devised Defiance
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
Come join Theatre of Yugen as they kick off the Halloween season with these tales of terror, fear and the dark side. Recipe for the Macabre: Start with Edgar Allan Poe - the renowned master of poetry, short stories, and tales of mystery and the macabre. Dissect and remix. Mix with Theatre of Yugen's signature physicality, voices, words, ideas, bodies, a dash of Noh and Kyogen and PUPPETS. Stir in a splash of contemporary relevance, with good old-fashioned irreverence. Bake at a macabre 666 degree heat for an hour and a half. Devised Defiance is a dish best served cold.
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
Come join Theatre of Yugen as they kick off the Halloween season with these tales of terror, fear and the dark side. Recipe for the Macabre: Start with Edgar Allan Poe - the renowned master of poetry, short stories, and tales of mystery and the macabre. Dissect and remix. Mix with Theatre of Yugen's signature physicality, voices, words, ideas, bodies, a dash of Noh and Kyogen and PUPPETS. Stir in a splash of contemporary relevance, with good old-fashioned irreverence. Bake at a macabre 666 degree heat for an hour and a half. Devised Defiance is a dish best served cold.
Maurice Hines Opens Season at Bay Area Cabaret
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
Bay Area Cabaret opens its 16th season on Sunday, October 13, 2019 at 7:30 pm with Broadway legend Maurice Hines performing Tappin' Thru Life. Backed by the acclaimed, all-female The DIVA Jazz Orchestra, and his tap protégés, The Manzari Brothers, Maurice will tap through his incredible career in a jazzy song-and-dance celebration that pays tribute to his late brother Gregorya?"with whom he appeared on the stage of The Venetian Rooma?"and other artistic influences, from Frank Sinatra to Lena Horne offering his distinctive take on American standards, like Luck Be a Lady, I've Got You Under My Skin, It Don't Mean a Thing (if It Ain't Got That Swing), and much more.
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
Bay Area Cabaret opens its 16th season on Sunday, October 13, 2019 at 7:30 pm with Broadway legend Maurice Hines performing Tappin' Thru Life. Backed by the acclaimed, all-female The DIVA Jazz Orchestra, and his tap protégés, The Manzari Brothers, Maurice will tap through his incredible career in a jazzy song-and-dance celebration that pays tribute to his late brother Gregorya?"with whom he appeared on the stage of The Venetian Rooma?"and other artistic influences, from Frank Sinatra to Lena Horne offering his distinctive take on American standards, like Luck Be a Lady, I've Got You Under My Skin, It Don't Mean a Thing (if It Ain't Got That Swing), and much more.
Ferocious Lotus Names May Liang New Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
Ferocious Lotus Theatre Company names May Liang as its new Artistic Director, effective September 2019. Previously the company's Literary Manager, Liang succeeds Founding Artistic Director Lily Tung Crystal, who is stepping down to become the Artistic Director of Theater Mu in the Twin Cities, Minnesota. Tung Crystal remains part of Ferocious Lotus as co-founder and artistic director emeritus.
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
Ferocious Lotus Theatre Company names May Liang as its new Artistic Director, effective September 2019. Previously the company's Literary Manager, Liang succeeds Founding Artistic Director Lily Tung Crystal, who is stepping down to become the Artistic Director of Theater Mu in the Twin Cities, Minnesota. Tung Crystal remains part of Ferocious Lotus as co-founder and artistic director emeritus.
Inferno Theatre Presents METAMORPHOSES
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
Inferno Theatre presents Metamorphoses, adapted by Giulio Cesare Perrone from Ovid's masterpiece, a fantastic retelling of humans, animals, plants, and mythical creatures on an epic quest to save the ecosystem (and ultimately themselves) from extinction. Metamorphoses opens Friday, October 11 at Berkeley's Studio Azul, and runs Fridays through Sundays through October 27.
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
Inferno Theatre presents Metamorphoses, adapted by Giulio Cesare Perrone from Ovid's masterpiece, a fantastic retelling of humans, animals, plants, and mythical creatures on an epic quest to save the ecosystem (and ultimately themselves) from extinction. Metamorphoses opens Friday, October 11 at Berkeley's Studio Azul, and runs Fridays through Sundays through October 27.
California Shakespeare Theater Announces 46th Season
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
California Shakespeare Theater (Cal Shakes) announces three of the four titles for its 2020 Season at the Bruns Amphitheater: the West Coast Premiere of Aeschylus' The Oresteia by Ellen McLaughlin, May 27-June 14; the world premiere of 1001 Nights (A Retelling) by Leila Buck and Evren Odcikin, August 19-September 6; and Romeo y Juilet by William Shakespeare in a new bilingual adaptation by Karen Zacarías, September 23-October 1; with a to-be-announced Shakespeare play which will run July 8-26. Cast and creative teams for each will be announced at a later date.
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
California Shakespeare Theater (Cal Shakes) announces three of the four titles for its 2020 Season at the Bruns Amphitheater: the West Coast Premiere of Aeschylus' The Oresteia by Ellen McLaughlin, May 27-June 14; the world premiere of 1001 Nights (A Retelling) by Leila Buck and Evren Odcikin, August 19-September 6; and Romeo y Juilet by William Shakespeare in a new bilingual adaptation by Karen Zacarías, September 23-October 1; with a to-be-announced Shakespeare play which will run July 8-26. Cast and creative teams for each will be announced at a later date.
I KNOW DINO Podcast Marks 250th Episode
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
I KNOW DINO will release its 250th episode on September 11, 2019. The podcast is hosted by husband and wife team Garret Kruger and Sabrina Ricci, who launched the show in early 2015a?"at a time when there were no other podcasts dedicated to dinosaurs. Nearly five years later, they have over 1 million downloads worldwide, conducted interviews with over a hundred dinosaur experts, and never tire of talking about dinosaurs.
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
I KNOW DINO will release its 250th episode on September 11, 2019. The podcast is hosted by husband and wife team Garret Kruger and Sabrina Ricci, who launched the show in early 2015a?"at a time when there were no other podcasts dedicated to dinosaurs. Nearly five years later, they have over 1 million downloads worldwide, conducted interviews with over a hundred dinosaur experts, and never tire of talking about dinosaurs.
Tomaseen Foley's A CELTIC CHRISTMAS Comes to Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
Holiday audiences will revel in this family-friendly celebration of community, recreating an Irish tradition when families gathered around the fire with the haunting melodies of traditional Irish Christmas carols, raising the rafters with the joy of their music, knocking sparks off the flagstone floor with traditional dances, and filling the night with the laughter of their stories. Every Christmas for the past twenty-four years, Tomáseen Foley's A Celtic Christmas has crisscrossed the country, bringing to packed venues his authentic remembrance of a way of life that is, alas, no longer with us. The show's Music Director is Grammy Award-winning guitarist and Santa Cruz resident William Coulter, an internationally recognized master of the steel-string guitar.
by BWW News Desk - September 03, 2019
Holiday audiences will revel in this family-friendly celebration of community, recreating an Irish tradition when families gathered around the fire with the haunting melodies of traditional Irish Christmas carols, raising the rafters with the joy of their music, knocking sparks off the flagstone floor with traditional dances, and filling the night with the laughter of their stories. Every Christmas for the past twenty-four years, Tomáseen Foley's A Celtic Christmas has crisscrossed the country, bringing to packed venues his authentic remembrance of a way of life that is, alas, no longer with us. The show's Music Director is Grammy Award-winning guitarist and Santa Cruz resident William Coulter, an internationally recognized master of the steel-string guitar.
BWW Review: Annie Baker's THE FLICK at Shotgun Players is Astute Observations of Three Lonely, Dysfunctional Theater Attendants
by Steve Murray - September 02, 2019
BWW Review: THE FLICK at Shotgun Players is Annie Bakers' astute observations of three lonely, dysfunctional theater attendants.
by Steve Murray - September 02, 2019
BWW Review: THE FLICK at Shotgun Players is Annie Bakers' astute observations of three lonely, dysfunctional theater attendants.
Santa Cruz Actors' Theatre Presents Stephen Sondheim Musical COMPANY
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2019
Santa Cruz County Actors' Theatre, who brings the community the annual sold-out 8 Tens @ Eight Short Play Festival, concludes their 2019 season with Stephen Sondheim's award winning musical Company. Directed by Andrew Ceglio and musical direction by Daniel Goldsmith, the production opens September 27 and plays through October 13 at the Center Stage Theater in downtown Santa Cruz.
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2019
Santa Cruz County Actors' Theatre, who brings the community the annual sold-out 8 Tens @ Eight Short Play Festival, concludes their 2019 season with Stephen Sondheim's award winning musical Company. Directed by Andrew Ceglio and musical direction by Daniel Goldsmith, the production opens September 27 and plays through October 13 at the Center Stage Theater in downtown Santa Cruz.
Shotgun Players Presents ELEVADA, By Sheila Callaghan
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2019
We meet a couple on their first date. One has a wild scheme to sell his personality to the highest bidding corporation. The other has cancer. Despite these obstacles, they make plans to meet again. Elevada explores family ties, tango, and romance under the most unlikely circumstances. Expect to be whisked off your feet with Callaghan's incisively witty tale. Elevada begins previews on Thursday, October 17; opens on Thursday, October 24; and runs through Sunday, November 17, 2019, at the Ashby Stage.
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2019
We meet a couple on their first date. One has a wild scheme to sell his personality to the highest bidding corporation. The other has cancer. Despite these obstacles, they make plans to meet again. Elevada explores family ties, tango, and romance under the most unlikely circumstances. Expect to be whisked off your feet with Callaghan's incisively witty tale. Elevada begins previews on Thursday, October 17; opens on Thursday, October 24; and runs through Sunday, November 17, 2019, at the Ashby Stage.
OPERA IN THE PARK Caps Opening Weekend Of San Francisco Opera's 97th Season
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2019
San Francisco Opera and San Francisco Chronicle present the latest edition of the annual Opera in the Park concert at 1:30 pm on Sunday, September 8, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2019
San Francisco Opera and San Francisco Chronicle present the latest edition of the annual Opera in the Park concert at 1:30 pm on Sunday, September 8, 2019.
The Mexican Museum Welcomes New Board Members
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2019
a??a??a??a??a??a??a??The Mexican Museum (TMM) is pleased to announce the addition of three new members to the Board of Trustees to assist in the expansion and construction of its new facility in San Francisco's Yerba Buena Gardens Arts District. An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, the new museum will be a space that is accessible, transparent, and focused on providing diverse communities with educational events and enjoyable experiences through art and culture of Mexican and Latin American origin.
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2019
a??a??a??a??a??a??a??The Mexican Museum (TMM) is pleased to announce the addition of three new members to the Board of Trustees to assist in the expansion and construction of its new facility in San Francisco's Yerba Buena Gardens Arts District. An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, the new museum will be a space that is accessible, transparent, and focused on providing diverse communities with educational events and enjoyable experiences through art and culture of Mexican and Latin American origin.
The Marsh Extends Brian Copeland's NOT A GENUINE BLACK MAN
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2019
The Marsh San Francisco announces additional performances of Not a Genuine Black Man, the longest running solo show in San Francisco theater history.
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2019
The Marsh San Francisco announces additional performances of Not a Genuine Black Man, the longest running solo show in San Francisco theater history.
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