Hillbarn Theatre Conservatory Announces 2019 Summerstage Lineup
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2019
Conservatory Directory Randy O'Hara announced today the shows that will comprise Hillbarn Theatre Conservatory's 2019 SummerStage season. Youth actors will star in 101 Dalmatians, Spamalot Young @Part, and Spring Awakening. All performances will be held at Hillbarn Theatre, (1285 East Hillsdale Blvd. Foster City). Tickets for all performances are $20 and are available now at hillbarntheatre.org or by calling 650.349.6411.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2019
Conservatory Directory Randy O'Hara announced today the shows that will comprise Hillbarn Theatre Conservatory's 2019 SummerStage season. Youth actors will star in 101 Dalmatians, Spamalot Young @Part, and Spring Awakening. All performances will be held at Hillbarn Theatre, (1285 East Hillsdale Blvd. Foster City). Tickets for all performances are $20 and are available now at hillbarntheatre.org or by calling 650.349.6411.
Whimsical Comedy THE LANGUAGE ARCHIVE Comes to TheatreWorks
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2019
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley announces a stellar cast of acclaimed Broadway and TV stars for The Language Archive, launching the Tony Award-winning theatre company's celebratory 50th Anniversary season.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2019
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley announces a stellar cast of acclaimed Broadway and TV stars for The Language Archive, launching the Tony Award-winning theatre company's celebratory 50th Anniversary season.
THE BROADWAY PRINCESS PARTY Heads to Walnut Creek One Night Only
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2019
Following a sold-out engagement at Feinstein's at the Nikko in 2018, The Broadway Princess Party will perform at Walnut Creek's Lesher Center for the Arts on Sunday, August 25 at 3 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2019
Following a sold-out engagement at Feinstein's at the Nikko in 2018, The Broadway Princess Party will perform at Walnut Creek's Lesher Center for the Arts on Sunday, August 25 at 3 p.m.
BWW Review: The San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus Presents QUEENS at The Sydney Goldstein Theater, a Retrospective of Powerful LGBTQ Queens From the 60's to Today
by Steve Murray - June 23, 2019
BWW Review: THE SAN FRANCISCO GAY MEN'S CHORUS PRESENTS 'QUEENS' at The Sydney Goldstein Theater, a retrospective of powerful LGBTQ Queens from the 60's to today.
by Steve Murray - June 23, 2019
BWW Review: THE SAN FRANCISCO GAY MEN'S CHORUS PRESENTS 'QUEENS' at The Sydney Goldstein Theater, a retrospective of powerful LGBTQ Queens from the 60's to today.
New Plays & Musicals Unveiled At TheatreWorks's NEW WORKS FESTIVAL
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2019
Lovers of new theatre will gather this August for an advance look at tomorrow's hits at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley's 2019 New Works Festival at Palo Alto's Lucie Stern Theatre. This unique festival offers audiences an extraordinary opportunity to experience new plays and musicals in their early stages of development, and hear about the creative process in a "Meet the Artists" panel discussion. With multiple performances of each work, playwrights and composers are able to revise and refine their shows during the festival, allowing audiences to view the exciting evolution of brand new pieces of theatre. The popular festival runs August 9 - 18, 2019 at the Lucie Stern Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Rd., Palo Alto. Festival passes ($65 general$49 season subscribers) and single event tickets ($20) can be purchased online at theatreworks.org or by calling (650) 463-1960.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2019
Lovers of new theatre will gather this August for an advance look at tomorrow's hits at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley's 2019 New Works Festival at Palo Alto's Lucie Stern Theatre. This unique festival offers audiences an extraordinary opportunity to experience new plays and musicals in their early stages of development, and hear about the creative process in a "Meet the Artists" panel discussion. With multiple performances of each work, playwrights and composers are able to revise and refine their shows during the festival, allowing audiences to view the exciting evolution of brand new pieces of theatre. The popular festival runs August 9 - 18, 2019 at the Lucie Stern Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Rd., Palo Alto. Festival passes ($65 general$49 season subscribers) and single event tickets ($20) can be purchased online at theatreworks.org or by calling (650) 463-1960.
San Jose Stage Announces 26th Annual MONDAY NIGHT LIVE
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2019
San Jose Stage Company announces that The Stage's 26th Annual MONDAY NIGHT LIVE! will take place on Monday, June 24, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. at The Stage's Downtown San Jose location (490 South 1st Street, San Jose, CA, 95113).
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2019
San Jose Stage Company announces that The Stage's 26th Annual MONDAY NIGHT LIVE! will take place on Monday, June 24, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. at The Stage's Downtown San Jose location (490 South 1st Street, San Jose, CA, 95113).
Berkeley Rep Extends KISS MY AZTEC
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2019
Due to demand, Berkeley Rep has announced that the world premiere musical of Kiss My Aztec! will extend for an additional week of performances. The high-energy show directed by Artistic Director Tony Taccone and co-written by Taccone and John Leguizamo was originally scheduled to close on July 14, but will now run through Sunday, July 21.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2019
Due to demand, Berkeley Rep has announced that the world premiere musical of Kiss My Aztec! will extend for an additional week of performances. The high-energy show directed by Artistic Director Tony Taccone and co-written by Taccone and John Leguizamo was originally scheduled to close on July 14, but will now run through Sunday, July 21.
BWW Review: Jen Silverman's WINK at Marin Theatre
by Steve Murray - June 19, 2019
BWW Review: Jen Silverman's WINK at Marin Theatre Company explores the thin line between savagery and civilization.
by Steve Murray - June 19, 2019
BWW Review: Jen Silverman's WINK at Marin Theatre Company explores the thin line between savagery and civilization.
Feinstein's at the Nikko Announces CABARET KARAOKE
by Sarah Hookey - June 19, 2019
Feinstein's at the Nikko is announcing Cabaret Karaoke, San Francisco's next-level karaoke experience, launching on Wednesday, July 10 and Wednesday, July 24 from 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m., with planned events continuing into the fall.
by Sarah Hookey - June 19, 2019
Feinstein's at the Nikko is announcing Cabaret Karaoke, San Francisco's next-level karaoke experience, launching on Wednesday, July 10 and Wednesday, July 24 from 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m., with planned events continuing into the fall.
FoolsFURY Theater Presents DIONYSUS WAS SUCH A NICE MAN, 9/20
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2019
FoolsFURY Theater Company is proud to announce the West Coast premiere of DIONYSUS WAS SUCH A NICE MAN, a play by Kate Tarker and directed by Ben Yalom, foolsFURY founder and co-artistic director. Opening in previews, Friday, September 20 at the Joe Goode Annex, Dionysus Was Such a Nice Man is a comic and pungent take on the story of Oedipus from the perspective of the family of shepherds who raised him. The play runs through October 20 with a press opening scheduled for Monday, September 23 at 7 p.m. Tickets, $15 - $40, will go on sale next month, and may be purchased online via a direct link at foolsfury.orgdionysus.
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2019
FoolsFURY Theater Company is proud to announce the West Coast premiere of DIONYSUS WAS SUCH A NICE MAN, a play by Kate Tarker and directed by Ben Yalom, foolsFURY founder and co-artistic director. Opening in previews, Friday, September 20 at the Joe Goode Annex, Dionysus Was Such a Nice Man is a comic and pungent take on the story of Oedipus from the perspective of the family of shepherds who raised him. The play runs through October 20 with a press opening scheduled for Monday, September 23 at 7 p.m. Tickets, $15 - $40, will go on sale next month, and may be purchased online via a direct link at foolsfury.orgdionysus.
ROAN @ THE GATES By Playwright Christina Gorman Announced At Berkeley City Club
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2019
Central Works summer season continues with Christina Gorman's political thriller, Roan @ The Gates, opening July 20 and running through August 18 (previews July 18 & 19). The production is directed by M. Graham Smith, positing in Gorman's words "If our government can access information from your present or your past, they can use it to get you to do what they want. What's being collected and stored is not information, it's leverage."
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2019
Central Works summer season continues with Christina Gorman's political thriller, Roan @ The Gates, opening July 20 and running through August 18 (previews July 18 & 19). The production is directed by M. Graham Smith, positing in Gorman's words "If our government can access information from your present or your past, they can use it to get you to do what they want. What's being collected and stored is not information, it's leverage."
2019 Marin County Fair Promises Five Days Of Non-Stop Fun, Entertainment And Joy
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2019
2019 Marin County Fair, Over the Moon! kicks off in high gear this summer offering spectacular fun for five days and providing something for everyone. The 2019 fair will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing as well as the things Marin County values the most: family, art, agriculture, and the environment. The Fair opens on WEDNESDAY, JULY 3RD and runs through SUNDAY, JULY 7TH. Ticket prices range from $15 - $20 and are available online and at the entrance. A small service fee applies. The Box office is open Tuesday through Friday from 11am to 4pm. For more information including headline entertainment visit www.marinfair.org or call the Marin Center box office at 415- 473-6800.
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2019
2019 Marin County Fair, Over the Moon! kicks off in high gear this summer offering spectacular fun for five days and providing something for everyone. The 2019 fair will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing as well as the things Marin County values the most: family, art, agriculture, and the environment. The Fair opens on WEDNESDAY, JULY 3RD and runs through SUNDAY, JULY 7TH. Ticket prices range from $15 - $20 and are available online and at the entrance. A small service fee applies. The Box office is open Tuesday through Friday from 11am to 4pm. For more information including headline entertainment visit www.marinfair.org or call the Marin Center box office at 415- 473-6800.
Ross Valley Players Presents CRIMES OF THE HEART
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2019
Ross Valley Players presents Crimes of the Heart written by Beth Henley and directed by Patrick Nims. The play will run from July 12 to August 11 at the Ross Valley Players: Barn Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2019
Ross Valley Players presents Crimes of the Heart written by Beth Henley and directed by Patrick Nims. The play will run from July 12 to August 11 at the Ross Valley Players: Barn Theatre.
The Lark Theater Presents A Special Film Series: In Search Of Great Composers
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2019
The historic Lark Theater in downtown Larkspur will present an exciting new film series - In Search of Great Composers - four award-winning films by Phil Grabsky, celebrating the 250th anniversary of Beethoven's birth. For details visit www.larktheater.net
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2019
The historic Lark Theater in downtown Larkspur will present an exciting new film series - In Search of Great Composers - four award-winning films by Phil Grabsky, celebrating the 250th anniversary of Beethoven's birth. For details visit www.larktheater.net
PlayGround Announces Innovators Showcase
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2019
PlayGround today announced the lineup for the inaugural INNOVATORS SHOWCASE, August 1-25, 2019 at Potrero Stage, featuring 25 performances and staged readings of innovative new theatre by the 2019 class of PlayGround's Innovator Incubator. Highlights of this year's Showcase include Theatre Cultura's premiere production of ¡CHEER! Story of a Dreamer (August 1-11), Poltergeist Theatre Project's THE JULIE CYCLE (August 5-7 & 19-21), and Queer Cat Productions' THE GAY DIVORCE PLAY (August 15-25), as well as work-in-progress public presentations of Same Boat Theater Collective's THE EMERYVILLE HORROR (August 11), Epic Party Theatre's ALL MY FRIENDS ARE DEPRESSED! WITH TINY BARUCH! (August 24), and The Moonrisers's DARLING MARJORIE'S ARBORETUM (August 25).
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2019
PlayGround today announced the lineup for the inaugural INNOVATORS SHOWCASE, August 1-25, 2019 at Potrero Stage, featuring 25 performances and staged readings of innovative new theatre by the 2019 class of PlayGround's Innovator Incubator. Highlights of this year's Showcase include Theatre Cultura's premiere production of ¡CHEER! Story of a Dreamer (August 1-11), Poltergeist Theatre Project's THE JULIE CYCLE (August 5-7 & 19-21), and Queer Cat Productions' THE GAY DIVORCE PLAY (August 15-25), as well as work-in-progress public presentations of Same Boat Theater Collective's THE EMERYVILLE HORROR (August 11), Epic Party Theatre's ALL MY FRIENDS ARE DEPRESSED! WITH TINY BARUCH! (August 24), and The Moonrisers's DARLING MARJORIE'S ARBORETUM (August 25).
THE BOOK OF MORMON Announces Lottery Ticket Policy for Performances at San Jose's Center for the Performing Arts
by Sarah Hookey - June 18, 2019
THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, is announcing a lottery ticket policy for the National Tour, performing at San Jose's Center for the Performing Arts (255 S. Almaden Blvd.) Tuesday, July 16 through Sunday, July 21, 2019.
by Sarah Hookey - June 18, 2019
THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, is announcing a lottery ticket policy for the National Tour, performing at San Jose's Center for the Performing Arts (255 S. Almaden Blvd.) Tuesday, July 16 through Sunday, July 21, 2019.
BWW Review: KISS MY AZTEC! at Berkeley Repertory Theatre is a Hilarious, Socially Hip Historical Romp Through the Aztec Empire
by Steve Murray - June 18, 2019
BWW Review: KISS MY AZTEC! at Berkeley Repertory Theatre is a Hilarious, Socially Hip Historical Romp Through the Aztec Empire
by Steve Murray - June 18, 2019
BWW Review: KISS MY AZTEC! at Berkeley Repertory Theatre is a Hilarious, Socially Hip Historical Romp Through the Aztec Empire
Classic Movies Under The Stars Announced At Montalvo Arts Center, July 12
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2019
Montalvo Arts Center invites movie-lovers to sit under the stars and enjoy classic movies with Sunset Cinemas. Part of its Summer Nights Series, the free screenings of The Wizard of Oz, Grease, and Jaws will take place on the front lawn of Montalvo, where guests are encouraged to bring a blanket or low chair to set up. Beer, wine, and snacks will also be available for purchase on-site.
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2019
Montalvo Arts Center invites movie-lovers to sit under the stars and enjoy classic movies with Sunset Cinemas. Part of its Summer Nights Series, the free screenings of The Wizard of Oz, Grease, and Jaws will take place on the front lawn of Montalvo, where guests are encouraged to bring a blanket or low chair to set up. Beer, wine, and snacks will also be available for purchase on-site.
The Empress Theatre Presents Nancy Wright CD Release Party June 28
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2019
NANCY WRIGHT is one of the most highly respected and in-demand sax players on today's blues, Americana and R&B scene. Recently receiving her third consecutive Blues Music Award nomination, she is following up her very successful 2016 VizzToneDirect Hit release, PLAYDATE, with a smoking hot live recording from the legendary San Francisco live music club, The Saloon, featuring her own Rhythm and Roots band: Nancy on sax, and vocals, drummer Paul Revelli, Tony Lufrano on keys and background vocals, Jeff Tamelier on guitar and background vocals, and Karl Sevareid on bass. The twelve-song set features five of Nancy's original compositions, and showcases the relaxed interplay of veteran musicians.
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2019
NANCY WRIGHT is one of the most highly respected and in-demand sax players on today's blues, Americana and R&B scene. Recently receiving her third consecutive Blues Music Award nomination, she is following up her very successful 2016 VizzToneDirect Hit release, PLAYDATE, with a smoking hot live recording from the legendary San Francisco live music club, The Saloon, featuring her own Rhythm and Roots band: Nancy on sax, and vocals, drummer Paul Revelli, Tony Lufrano on keys and background vocals, Jeff Tamelier on guitar and background vocals, and Karl Sevareid on bass. The twelve-song set features five of Nancy's original compositions, and showcases the relaxed interplay of veteran musicians.
Sonoma Arts Live Presents MY FAIR LADY
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2019
Sonoma Arts Live's A TOAST TO THE CLASSICS season closes with MY FAIR LADY, directed by award-winning Michael Ross, on the Rotary Stage in Andrews Hall in the historic Sonoma Community Center, 276 East Napa Street, Sonoma. Show runs July 12, 13,14,18,19,20,21,25,26,27,28. Evening performances at 7:30pm and Sunday performances at 2:00pm. July 12, Opening night will begin at 8pm, with a reception from 7pm - 8pm.
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2019
Sonoma Arts Live's A TOAST TO THE CLASSICS season closes with MY FAIR LADY, directed by award-winning Michael Ross, on the Rotary Stage in Andrews Hall in the historic Sonoma Community Center, 276 East Napa Street, Sonoma. Show runs July 12, 13,14,18,19,20,21,25,26,27,28. Evening performances at 7:30pm and Sunday performances at 2:00pm. July 12, Opening night will begin at 8pm, with a reception from 7pm - 8pm.
Dan Hoyle's BORDER PEOPLE Extends for a Third Time at The Marsh SF
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 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 August 2019.
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 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 August 2019.
BWW Review: MAMMA MIA! Aims to Entertain at San Jose Stage Company
by Jim Munson - June 17, 2019
San Jose Stage Company concludes its 2018-19 season with the musical juggernaut 'Mamma Mia!.' On the plus side, it's refreshing to see a show created largely by women that focuses on strong female characters. On the minus side, the show requires a high tolerance for groan-inducing jokes and song lyrics that make no sense when shoehorned into an alien context.
by Jim Munson - June 17, 2019
San Jose Stage Company concludes its 2018-19 season with the musical juggernaut 'Mamma Mia!.' On the plus side, it's refreshing to see a show created largely by women that focuses on strong female characters. On the minus side, the show requires a high tolerance for groan-inducing jokes and song lyrics that make no sense when shoehorned into an alien context.
Vocalist/Pianist Karrin Allyson Comes to Feinstein's at the Nikko
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2019
Five-time Grammy Award-nominated vocalist/pianist Karrin Allyson will make her Feinstein's at the Nikko debut on Friday, August 23 (8 p.m.) and Saturday, August 24 (8 p.m.). Joined by Miro Sprague and Jeff Johnson, the trio will perform original songs from Karrin's new album, "Some of That Sunshine," as well as many other classic jazz standards, Bossa Nova, French chansons, and, of course, the blues.
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2019
Five-time Grammy Award-nominated vocalist/pianist Karrin Allyson will make her Feinstein's at the Nikko debut on Friday, August 23 (8 p.m.) and Saturday, August 24 (8 p.m.). Joined by Miro Sprague and Jeff Johnson, the trio will perform original songs from Karrin's new album, "Some of That Sunshine," as well as many other classic jazz standards, Bossa Nova, French chansons, and, of course, the blues.
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley's Artistic Director Robert Kelley Talks About Winning The 2019 Regional Theatre Tony Award
by Linda Hodges - June 16, 2019
BWW's Linda Hodges talks with TheatreWorks Silicon Valley's founding artistic director Robert Kelley about winning the 2019 Regional Theatre Tony Award!
by Linda Hodges - June 16, 2019
BWW's Linda Hodges talks with TheatreWorks Silicon Valley's founding artistic director Robert Kelley about winning the 2019 Regional Theatre Tony Award!
SHNSF's 20th Anniverary Tour of RENT Amazes
by Linda Hodges - June 16, 2019
SHNSF's Golden Gate Theatre was electric with excitement as the house filled to capacity for the touring company of RENT. Now thru June 23!
by Linda Hodges - June 16, 2019
SHNSF's Golden Gate Theatre was electric with excitement as the house filled to capacity for the touring company of RENT. Now thru June 23!
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