Town Hall Theatre Opens 75th Season With THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA McBRIDE
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2019
Town Hall Theatre 75TH a?oeTRANSFORMATIONSa?? Season 2019/20 kicks off with Matthew Lopez's fabulously flamboyant comedy THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE. THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE will have 12 performances, including two previews, September 26 through October 19, 2019, at Town Hall Theatre Company, 3535 School Street, in Lafayette, CA. Tickets are $18 - $30, and are available through the Box Office at (925) 283-1557 or online at www.TownHallTheatre.com.
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2019
Town Hall Theatre 75TH a?oeTRANSFORMATIONSa?? Season 2019/20 kicks off with Matthew Lopez's fabulously flamboyant comedy THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE. THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE will have 12 performances, including two previews, September 26 through October 19, 2019, at Town Hall Theatre Company, 3535 School Street, in Lafayette, CA. Tickets are $18 - $30, and are available through the Box Office at (925) 283-1557 or online at www.TownHallTheatre.com.
Photo Flash: First Look at Palo Alto Players' BRIGHT STAR
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2019
Palo Alto Players opens its 2019-20 season with the Peninsula premiere of the new American musical, BRIGHT STAR.
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2019
Palo Alto Players opens its 2019-20 season with the Peninsula premiere of the new American musical, BRIGHT STAR.
Review Roundup: West Edge Opera's BREAKING THE WAVES; What Did The Critics Think?
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2019
The final opera of the season is the West Coast Premiere of Breaking the Waves by Missy Mazzoli and Royce Vavrek with performances on Saturday, August 10 at 8:30, Friday, August 16 at 8:30 and Sunday, August 18 at 3:00. Based on a film by Lars von Trier, Breaking the Waves has been hailed as one of the best new operas of recent years. The opera premiered in Philadelphia in 2016 and had subsequent performances in New York in 2017.
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2019
The final opera of the season is the West Coast Premiere of Breaking the Waves by Missy Mazzoli and Royce Vavrek with performances on Saturday, August 10 at 8:30, Friday, August 16 at 8:30 and Sunday, August 18 at 3:00. Based on a film by Lars von Trier, Breaking the Waves has been hailed as one of the best new operas of recent years. The opera premiered in Philadelphia in 2016 and had subsequent performances in New York in 2017.
Cinnabar Theater Opens 47th Season With LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2019
Come enjoy an evening of macabre laughs and Doo-Wop songs as the world crashes down around us with Cinnabar Theater's latest musical comedy a?oeLittle Shop of Horrorsa?? opening Friday, August 30, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2019
Come enjoy an evening of macabre laughs and Doo-Wop songs as the world crashes down around us with Cinnabar Theater's latest musical comedy a?oeLittle Shop of Horrorsa?? opening Friday, August 30, 2019.
Solo Show HIPPIE KID at The Marsh Berkeley Cabaret
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2019
One man's hilarious and heart-opening adventures, from growing up in a commune with Wavy Gravy to traveling the world with famed Dr. Patch Adams, form the inspiring narrative of Zappo Diddio's solo show Hippie Kid, coming to The Marsh Berkeley Cabaret this September.
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2019
One man's hilarious and heart-opening adventures, from growing up in a commune with Wavy Gravy to traveling the world with famed Dr. Patch Adams, form the inspiring narrative of Zappo Diddio's solo show Hippie Kid, coming to The Marsh Berkeley Cabaret this September.
Dan Hoyle's Critically-Acclaimed BORDER PEOPLE Extends At The Marsh SF
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2019
With its extension run virtually sold out, The Marsh San Francisco announces an additional extension of Border People, the newest solo show by award-winning actor and playwright Dan Hoyle, into October 2019.
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2019
With its extension run virtually sold out, The Marsh San Francisco announces an additional extension of Border People, the newest solo show by award-winning actor and playwright Dan Hoyle, into October 2019.
Soka Performing Arts Center Presents Béla Fleck, Zakir Hussain, Edgar Meyer
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2019
Soka Performing Arts Center presents Béla Fleck (banjo), Zakir Hussain (tabla), Edgar Meyer (double bass) with Rakesh Chauraisa (bansuri a?" Indian flute) on Sunday, October 20, 2019 at 3pm.
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2019
Soka Performing Arts Center presents Béla Fleck (banjo), Zakir Hussain (tabla), Edgar Meyer (double bass) with Rakesh Chauraisa (bansuri a?" Indian flute) on Sunday, October 20, 2019 at 3pm.
FoolsFURY Welcomes Claudia Alick As Guest Director Of The 2020 FURY Factory Festival Of Ensemble And Devised Theater
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2019
FoolsFURY Theater Company today announced the appointment of Claudia Alick as Guest Festival Director of the 2020 FURY Factory Festival of Ensemble and Devised Theater. Alick joins foolsFURY Co-Artistic Directors Ben Yalom and Debórah Eliezer in the festival's planning and programming with a focus on lifting up artists of color and artists from marginalized communities. FURY Factory will take place July 7 a?" 19, 2020 in San Francisco, CA.
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2019
FoolsFURY Theater Company today announced the appointment of Claudia Alick as Guest Festival Director of the 2020 FURY Factory Festival of Ensemble and Devised Theater. Alick joins foolsFURY Co-Artistic Directors Ben Yalom and Debórah Eliezer in the festival's planning and programming with a focus on lifting up artists of color and artists from marginalized communities. FURY Factory will take place July 7 a?" 19, 2020 in San Francisco, CA.
Queer Cat Productions Produces a Showcase of THE GAY DIVORCE PLAY
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2019
Queer Cat Productions is the brainchild of Carson Beker, Nara Dahlbacka, and Nicole Jost a?"who met as MFA students at San Francisco State University. All three are award winning playwrights who wanted to break the mold of the traditional theatre company.
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2019
Queer Cat Productions is the brainchild of Carson Beker, Nara Dahlbacka, and Nicole Jost a?"who met as MFA students at San Francisco State University. All three are award winning playwrights who wanted to break the mold of the traditional theatre company.
PCT Presents SISTER ACT
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2019
Pittsburg Community Theatre will open its 40th Season for 2019-2020 with the Tony nominated Broadway smash hit, Sister Act (based on the 1992 film). Performances run weekends September 7-22 at the California Theater, 351 Railroad Ave, Pittsburg, CA. a?oeThis cast is DIVINE!a?? says director Dianna Schepers. a?oeEveryone is so happy to be part of this show. They are energetic, enthusiastic and talented. Tanika Baptiste (Deloris) is simply effervescent and is perfectly cast as Deloris. a?oeSister Acta?? is so uplifting that you too will a?oeRaise Your Voicea?? to a?oeSpread the Love Arounda?? after seeing this show.a??
by BWW News Desk - August 13, 2019
Pittsburg Community Theatre will open its 40th Season for 2019-2020 with the Tony nominated Broadway smash hit, Sister Act (based on the 1992 film). Performances run weekends September 7-22 at the California Theater, 351 Railroad Ave, Pittsburg, CA. a?oeThis cast is DIVINE!a?? says director Dianna Schepers. a?oeEveryone is so happy to be part of this show. They are energetic, enthusiastic and talented. Tanika Baptiste (Deloris) is simply effervescent and is perfectly cast as Deloris. a?oeSister Acta?? is so uplifting that you too will a?oeRaise Your Voicea?? to a?oeSpread the Love Arounda?? after seeing this show.a??
Central Works' ROAN @ THE GATES Extended Through August 25
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2019
Central Works 2019 Season's summer production Christina Gorman's political thriller, Roan @ The Gates, has EXTENDED THROUGH AUGUST 25th (originally scheduled to close August 18). Described at its opening as a?oefast-paced and exhilaratinga??,a?? a a?oeriveting playa?? about the a?oeintricacies of whistle-blowing...a?? and the a?oeillegal and indiscriminate breach of privacy.a??
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2019
Central Works 2019 Season's summer production Christina Gorman's political thriller, Roan @ The Gates, has EXTENDED THROUGH AUGUST 25th (originally scheduled to close August 18). Described at its opening as a?oefast-paced and exhilaratinga??,a?? a a?oeriveting playa?? about the a?oeintricacies of whistle-blowing...a?? and the a?oeillegal and indiscriminate breach of privacy.a??
The JCCSF To Welcome Debbie Harry, October 3
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2019
The JCCSF will present a one-night-only event with Debbie Harry on Thursday, October 3, 2019 at 7 p.m., as part of its Arts & Ideas 2019a?"20 season.
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2019
The JCCSF will present a one-night-only event with Debbie Harry on Thursday, October 3, 2019 at 7 p.m., as part of its Arts & Ideas 2019a?"20 season.
Celebrate A Literary Halloween Season At EXIT Theatre With UNHOLY TRINITY: A LOVECRAFT TRIPTYCH
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2019
Inspired by the supernatural fiction of HP Lovecraft, an early 20th century writer known for creating his own mythos, Unholy Trinity is San Francisco writer/director Stuart Bousel's adaptation and staging of a?oeThe Dunwich Horror,a?? a?oeNyarlathotep,a?? and a?oeThe Dreams in the Witch House.a?? Celebrate the Halloween season with these unholy works of classic horror.
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2019
Inspired by the supernatural fiction of HP Lovecraft, an early 20th century writer known for creating his own mythos, Unholy Trinity is San Francisco writer/director Stuart Bousel's adaptation and staging of a?oeThe Dunwich Horror,a?? a?oeNyarlathotep,a?? and a?oeThe Dreams in the Witch House.a?? Celebrate the Halloween season with these unholy works of classic horror.
Ultimate Beatles Tribute Returns To Mountain Winery
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2019
On Friday, August 16th, massively popular Emmy-winning Beatles tribute band The Fab Four: The Ultimate Tribute will present their highly anticipated annual concert at the idyllic Mountain Winery in Saratoga, California.
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2019
On Friday, August 16th, massively popular Emmy-winning Beatles tribute band The Fab Four: The Ultimate Tribute will present their highly anticipated annual concert at the idyllic Mountain Winery in Saratoga, California.
WICKED Announces Digital and In-Person Lottery in San Jose
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2019
An in-person and digital lottery for a limited number of seats will be held for WICKED, returning to San Jose's Center for the Performing Arts in an exclusive Bay Area engagement beginning Wednesday, August 14 and performing through Sunday, September 8, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2019
An in-person and digital lottery for a limited number of seats will be held for WICKED, returning to San Jose's Center for the Performing Arts in an exclusive Bay Area engagement beginning Wednesday, August 14 and performing through Sunday, September 8, 2019.
MY WILL AND MY LIFE Comes to The SF Fringe Festival
by BWW News Desk - August 10, 2019
JOHN TRANCHITELLA and Oakland's PAGE86 Productions will present MY WILL AND MY LIFE, a play about the impact of the ministry of Father Mychal Judge, the first victim of 9/11 as part of the 28th annual San Francisco Fringe Festival, September 5 through 14, 2019. MY WILL AND MY LIFE will be presented September 7 at 6:30 pm, September 8 at 5:00 pm, and September 11 at 8:30 pm and September 14 at 3:30 pm.
by BWW News Desk - August 10, 2019
JOHN TRANCHITELLA and Oakland's PAGE86 Productions will present MY WILL AND MY LIFE, a play about the impact of the ministry of Father Mychal Judge, the first victim of 9/11 as part of the 28th annual San Francisco Fringe Festival, September 5 through 14, 2019. MY WILL AND MY LIFE will be presented September 7 at 6:30 pm, September 8 at 5:00 pm, and September 11 at 8:30 pm and September 14 at 3:30 pm.
San Francisco Opera Announces Winner Of 2019 Jan Shrem And Maria Manetti Shrem Emerging Stars Competition
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2019
San Francisco Opera announces Canadian soprano Andriana Chuchman as the winner of the 2019 Jan Shrem and Maria Manetti Shrem Emerging Stars Competition. Chuchman made her Company debut as Mary Hatch in Jake Heggie and Gene Scheer's It's a Wonderful Life last fall and was named a?oe2019 Emerging Star of the Yeara?? based on a popular vote conducted online at sfopera.com from July 9a?"July 31, 2019. As winner of the competition, now in its fourth year, Chuchman receives a $10,000 cash prize.
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2019
San Francisco Opera announces Canadian soprano Andriana Chuchman as the winner of the 2019 Jan Shrem and Maria Manetti Shrem Emerging Stars Competition. Chuchman made her Company debut as Mary Hatch in Jake Heggie and Gene Scheer's It's a Wonderful Life last fall and was named a?oe2019 Emerging Star of the Yeara?? based on a popular vote conducted online at sfopera.com from July 9a?"July 31, 2019. As winner of the competition, now in its fourth year, Chuchman receives a $10,000 cash prize.
SUMMER SWING NIGHTS At The ADM Is Only One Week Away
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2019
Now in its second year, Summer Swing Nights offers a big band swing dance party with The Swing Tones (when the Andrews Sisters meets the Manhattan Transfer and have children with Postmodern Jukebox), including their 7-piece band, special guests, food trucks, swing dancing classes, cash bar and more!
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2019
Now in its second year, Summer Swing Nights offers a big band swing dance party with The Swing Tones (when the Andrews Sisters meets the Manhattan Transfer and have children with Postmodern Jukebox), including their 7-piece band, special guests, food trucks, swing dancing classes, cash bar and more!
Theatre Infinite Presents HI. (JEAN-LUC GODARD) At The 2019 San Francisco Fringe Festival
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2019
Clown Rodeo Debbie is your curator for her Jean-Luc Godard-inspired interactive aesthetic investigation, where she will join forces with the audience to create a new theatre form: symposium meets jam session. Man on the street interviews, art interpretations and art object creations are just some of the methods she will use to explore the critically significant role art plays in everyday life and to remind audience members of their inherently powerful creative potential.
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2019
Clown Rodeo Debbie is your curator for her Jean-Luc Godard-inspired interactive aesthetic investigation, where she will join forces with the audience to create a new theatre form: symposium meets jam session. Man on the street interviews, art interpretations and art object creations are just some of the methods she will use to explore the critically significant role art plays in everyday life and to remind audience members of their inherently powerful creative potential.
Photo Flash: SISTER ACT At Fox Theatre Is Fabulous, Baby!
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2019
Holy hit! Broadway by the Bay continues their 2019 season with SISTER ACT - the exciting and joyful musical adaptation of the beloved 1992 hit film starring Whoopi Goldberg.
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2019
Holy hit! Broadway by the Bay continues their 2019 season with SISTER ACT - the exciting and joyful musical adaptation of the beloved 1992 hit film starring Whoopi Goldberg.
Montalvo Arts Center Hosts Annual 'Food and Wine Classic'
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2019
Back for its 16th year, Montalvo Arts Center will host its annual Food & Wine Classic in the elegant setting of the historic Villa and picturesque grounds.
by BWW News Desk - August 09, 2019
Back for its 16th year, Montalvo Arts Center will host its annual Food & Wine Classic in the elegant setting of the historic Villa and picturesque grounds.
See The Forgotten Story Of THE OTHER MOZART At Hammer Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2019
The untold story of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's prodigy sister comes to San Jose when the Hammer Theatre presents The Other Mozart. Sylvia Milo's award-winning production tells the true story of keyboard virtuoso and composer Nannerl Mozart who performed throughout Europe with her brother to equal acclaim, but whose work and story were almost lost to history. Composed from a series of humorous and heartbreaking letters sent between Mozart family members, the play is set in a stunning 18-foot diameter dress and features a powerhouse solo performance. It has been presented to acclaim Off-Broadway, in London, and internationally.
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2019
The untold story of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's prodigy sister comes to San Jose when the Hammer Theatre presents The Other Mozart. Sylvia Milo's award-winning production tells the true story of keyboard virtuoso and composer Nannerl Mozart who performed throughout Europe with her brother to equal acclaim, but whose work and story were almost lost to history. Composed from a series of humorous and heartbreaking letters sent between Mozart family members, the play is set in a stunning 18-foot diameter dress and features a powerhouse solo performance. It has been presented to acclaim Off-Broadway, in London, and internationally.
Santa Cruz Shakespeare THE WINTER'S TALE Opens This Friday
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2019
Santa Cruz Shakespeare is proud to present The Winter's Tale by William Shakespeare this is the last mainstage play of Santa Cruz Shakespeare's 2019 repertory season. The Winter's Tale opens Friday, August 9, at 8pm with performances at The Grove in DeLaveaga Park running through September 1, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2019
Santa Cruz Shakespeare is proud to present The Winter's Tale by William Shakespeare this is the last mainstage play of Santa Cruz Shakespeare's 2019 repertory season. The Winter's Tale opens Friday, August 9, at 8pm with performances at The Grove in DeLaveaga Park running through September 1, 2019.
Rock Supergroup The Hit Men Comes To Montalvo Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2019
Montalvo Arts Center kicks off its 2019-2020 Carriage House Concert Series with The Hit Men, the legendary rock supergroup that helped rocket countless songs to the top of the Billboard charts. The Hit Men present the greatest, from Elton John's a?oeCrocodile Rocka?? to Journey's a?oeDon't Stop Believing,a?? intertwined with fascinating backstories from their days rubbing elbows with rock royalty in a concert declared by The Iowa Source a?oean intoxicating ride through the most magnificent years of rock 'n' roll.a?? Known for their showmanship and sheer talent, the five-man group has collectively won multiple Gold and Platinum Recording Awards, Emmy nominations, Telly Awards, and more, performing alongside the likes of Frankie Valli, Carole King, Cat Stevens, Three Dog Night, The Turtles, The Who, and other mega-star acts of the 60s, 70s, and 80s.
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2019
Montalvo Arts Center kicks off its 2019-2020 Carriage House Concert Series with The Hit Men, the legendary rock supergroup that helped rocket countless songs to the top of the Billboard charts. The Hit Men present the greatest, from Elton John's a?oeCrocodile Rocka?? to Journey's a?oeDon't Stop Believing,a?? intertwined with fascinating backstories from their days rubbing elbows with rock royalty in a concert declared by The Iowa Source a?oean intoxicating ride through the most magnificent years of rock 'n' roll.a?? Known for their showmanship and sheer talent, the five-man group has collectively won multiple Gold and Platinum Recording Awards, Emmy nominations, Telly Awards, and more, performing alongside the likes of Frankie Valli, Carole King, Cat Stevens, Three Dog Night, The Turtles, The Who, and other mega-star acts of the 60s, 70s, and 80s.
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