VIDEO: Theatreworks Silicon Valley Receives 2019 Regional Theatre Tony Award
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2019
Last night, TheatreWorks Silicon Valley received the 2019 Regional Theatre Tony Award at the 73rd Annual Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, hosted by James Corden and featuring a galaxy of stage and screen stars, including Tina Fey, Laura Linney, Bryan Cranston, Adam Driver, Audra McDonald and hundreds of other famed performers, directors, playwrights and designers. Broadway star Danny Burstein (also a TheatreWorks alumnus) welcomed to the stage TheatreWorks Founding Artistic Director Robert Kelley, Executive Director Phil Santora, and TheatreWorks's Trustee Chair Judy Heyboer, where they accepted the nation's highest recognition for a regional theatre.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2019
Last night, TheatreWorks Silicon Valley received the 2019 Regional Theatre Tony Award at the 73rd Annual Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, hosted by James Corden and featuring a galaxy of stage and screen stars, including Tina Fey, Laura Linney, Bryan Cranston, Adam Driver, Audra McDonald and hundreds of other famed performers, directors, playwrights and designers. Broadway star Danny Burstein (also a TheatreWorks alumnus) welcomed to the stage TheatreWorks Founding Artistic Director Robert Kelley, Executive Director Phil Santora, and TheatreWorks's Trustee Chair Judy Heyboer, where they accepted the nation's highest recognition for a regional theatre.
A.C.T. Announces Performance Schedule for 2019–20 Season
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2019
American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) Artistic Director Pam MacKinnon and Executive Director Jennifer Bielsteinannounced the performance schedule for the previously announced productions that will make up the company's 2019-20 season. In addition, A.C.T. announced new weekday performance times for Geary Theater productions for the 2019-20 season.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2019
American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) Artistic Director Pam MacKinnon and Executive Director Jennifer Bielsteinannounced the performance schedule for the previously announced productions that will make up the company's 2019-20 season. In addition, A.C.T. announced new weekday performance times for Geary Theater productions for the 2019-20 season.
BWW Review: OEDIPUS EL REY at Magic Theatre Offers a Hauntingly Beautiful and Timely Update of the Oedipus Tale
by Jim Munson - June 10, 2019
The stunning production of Luis Alfaro's "Oedipus El Rey" currently running at the Magic Theatre is visually arresting, genuinely moving, and slyly humorous - oh, and also seriously sexy, all in a taut 95-minute running time. The Magic presented the world premiere of this play back in 2010 and is bringing it back in this new production as a legacy revival. Given the current, unsettling political discourse on immigrants, this revival could not feel more timely.
by Jim Munson - June 10, 2019
The stunning production of Luis Alfaro's "Oedipus El Rey" currently running at the Magic Theatre is visually arresting, genuinely moving, and slyly humorous - oh, and also seriously sexy, all in a taut 95-minute running time. The Magic presented the world premiere of this play back in 2010 and is bringing it back in this new production as a legacy revival. Given the current, unsettling political discourse on immigrants, this revival could not feel more timely.
Hammer Theatre Center Hosts Girls' Night Out with LITTLE BLACK DRESS
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2019
Almost every woman owns a little black dress. It may be buried in the back of the closet or seldom worn, but this simple piece of ebony fabric symbolizes a reason to get dressed up, have a glass of wine or two, shed the role of homemaker, and make new memories with girlfriends.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2019
Almost every woman owns a little black dress. It may be buried in the back of the closet or seldom worn, but this simple piece of ebony fabric symbolizes a reason to get dressed up, have a glass of wine or two, shed the role of homemaker, and make new memories with girlfriends.
BWW Review: ARCHDUKE at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
by Steve Murray - June 09, 2019
BWW Review: ARCHDUKE at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley is Rajiv Joseph's biting satire on modern terrorism filtered through the lens of 'the shot heard round the world'.
by Steve Murray - June 09, 2019
BWW Review: ARCHDUKE at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley is Rajiv Joseph's biting satire on modern terrorism filtered through the lens of 'the shot heard round the world'.
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Awarded California Arts Council Grant
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2019
This Week the California Arts Council announced a grant award of $14,400 to TheatreWorks Silicon Valley as part of its Arts Education Exposure program.
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2019
This Week the California Arts Council announced a grant award of $14,400 to TheatreWorks Silicon Valley as part of its Arts Education Exposure program.
Dragon Productions Theatre And Hip Hop Congress To Co-Produce The Bay Area Urban Arts Festival In June 2019
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2019
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2019
Directors, Dramaturgs Named For 2019 Bay Area Playwrights Festival
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2019
Playwrights Foundation, the West Coast's premiere launchpad for exceptional emerging playwrights has named the artistic teams and daily schedule for the 2019 Bay Area Playwrights Festival (BAPF). The 2019 Bay Area Playwrights Festival runs July 19-28, 2019 at Potrero Stage at the base of San Francisco's Potrero hill. In addition to twelve staged readings, the Festival will offer a Theater Professionals weekend and engagement activities.
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2019
Playwrights Foundation, the West Coast's premiere launchpad for exceptional emerging playwrights has named the artistic teams and daily schedule for the 2019 Bay Area Playwrights Festival (BAPF). The 2019 Bay Area Playwrights Festival runs July 19-28, 2019 at Potrero Stage at the base of San Francisco's Potrero hill. In addition to twelve staged readings, the Festival will offer a Theater Professionals weekend and engagement activities.
Summer Nights Include Fun Classes In Mixology, Art, More At Montalvo, June 19-Sept 11
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
Montalvo Arts Center invites members of the Bay Area to release their creative side with four after-hours classes as part of its Summer Nights Series. Offered for beginners, experts, and all levels of curiosity, the subject of these Summer Arts Classes range from visual arts to cocktail mixology and botanical design. In a relaxed setting where experimentation is encouraged, attendees will enjoy guided instruction from professionals along with light refreshments and wine. Summer Arts Classes (details below) will be offered 6:00pm-8:00pm, Wednesdays evenings: June 19, July 24, August 21, September 11, 2019 at Montalvo Arts Center, 15400 Montalvo Rd., Saratoga. For tickets (prices below) or more information, the public may visit www.montalvoarts.org or call 408-961-5858.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
Montalvo Arts Center invites members of the Bay Area to release their creative side with four after-hours classes as part of its Summer Nights Series. Offered for beginners, experts, and all levels of curiosity, the subject of these Summer Arts Classes range from visual arts to cocktail mixology and botanical design. In a relaxed setting where experimentation is encouraged, attendees will enjoy guided instruction from professionals along with light refreshments and wine. Summer Arts Classes (details below) will be offered 6:00pm-8:00pm, Wednesdays evenings: June 19, July 24, August 21, September 11, 2019 at Montalvo Arts Center, 15400 Montalvo Rd., Saratoga. For tickets (prices below) or more information, the public may visit www.montalvoarts.org or call 408-961-5858.
Photo Flash: TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Presents Northern California Premiere of ARCHDUKE
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley presents the Northern California premiere of Archduke. Written by Pulitzer Prize finalist Rajiv Joseph, Archduke explores how one man, one moment, can derail an entire century. Focusing on the cataclysmic 1914 assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo, three hapless insurgents embark on a darkly comic quest for immortality and purpose, unaware that their actions will launch World War I.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley presents the Northern California premiere of Archduke. Written by Pulitzer Prize finalist Rajiv Joseph, Archduke explores how one man, one moment, can derail an entire century. Focusing on the cataclysmic 1914 assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo, three hapless insurgents embark on a darkly comic quest for immortality and purpose, unaware that their actions will launch World War I.
BWW Review: SCHOOL OF ROCK at San Jose Center For The Performing Arts
by Jim Munson - June 06, 2019
"Where Did the Rock Go?" is one of the lovelier ballads Andrew Lloyd Weber has written - redolent of longing for a younger self unencumbered by the responsibilities and attendant anxieties of adulthood. The title phrase is set to one of Lloyd Weber's patented ear worms that I defy you to get out of your head days after seeing the show, maybe ever. It comes in the middle of Act 2 of "School of Rock," the stage adaptation of the popular 2003 film, playing through Sunday, May 9th at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts.
by Jim Munson - June 06, 2019
"Where Did the Rock Go?" is one of the lovelier ballads Andrew Lloyd Weber has written - redolent of longing for a younger self unencumbered by the responsibilities and attendant anxieties of adulthood. The title phrase is set to one of Lloyd Weber's patented ear worms that I defy you to get out of your head days after seeing the show, maybe ever. It comes in the middle of Act 2 of "School of Rock," the stage adaptation of the popular 2003 film, playing through Sunday, May 9th at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts.
Luther Burbank Center Completes Bridge to the Future Renovation Project
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
The Luther Burbank Memorial Foundation, the non-profit organization that owns and operates Luther Burbank Center for the Arts (LBC), has completed its $11.4M multi-phase Bridge to the Future renovation project, resulting in major physical upgrades to the 44-year-old facility that improves the patron experience and increases its accessibility, safety, and security.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
The Luther Burbank Memorial Foundation, the non-profit organization that owns and operates Luther Burbank Center for the Arts (LBC), has completed its $11.4M multi-phase Bridge to the Future renovation project, resulting in major physical upgrades to the 44-year-old facility that improves the patron experience and increases its accessibility, safety, and security.
Lily Tung Crystal Steps Down as Artistic Director of Ferocious Lotus
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
Lily Tung Crystal, Co-Founder and Founding Artistic Director of Ferocious Lotus Theatre Company, will be stepping down from her nine-year position in August to become the new Artistic Director at Theater Mu in the Twin Cities. Ferocious Lotus will be appointing a new artistic director later this summer. To support Ferocious Lotus and the new artistic director through this transition, Crystal will continue as the company's Founder and Artistic Director Emeritus.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
Lily Tung Crystal, Co-Founder and Founding Artistic Director of Ferocious Lotus Theatre Company, will be stepping down from her nine-year position in August to become the new Artistic Director at Theater Mu in the Twin Cities. Ferocious Lotus will be appointing a new artistic director later this summer. To support Ferocious Lotus and the new artistic director through this transition, Crystal will continue as the company's Founder and Artistic Director Emeritus.
Photo Flash: First Look at Magic Theatre's OEDIPUS EL REY
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
Magic Theatre (Loretta Greco, Artistic Director and Kevin Nelson, General Manager) announced today the complete cast and creative team for the 10th Anniversary Legacy Revival of Luis Alfaro's Oedipus el Rey, the Company's final production of the 2018-2019 season. Oedipus el Rey will be directed by Loretta Greco, who also directed Magic Theatre's World Premiere of Oedipus el Rey in 2010. Previews begin on Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at Magic Theatre's Fort Mason location (Fort Mason, 2 Marina Blvd., Building D, 3rd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94123), with a press opening on Friday, June 7, 2019 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets range from $15 - $75 and are on-sale now at MagicTheatre.org.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
Magic Theatre (Loretta Greco, Artistic Director and Kevin Nelson, General Manager) announced today the complete cast and creative team for the 10th Anniversary Legacy Revival of Luis Alfaro's Oedipus el Rey, the Company's final production of the 2018-2019 season. Oedipus el Rey will be directed by Loretta Greco, who also directed Magic Theatre's World Premiere of Oedipus el Rey in 2010. Previews begin on Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at Magic Theatre's Fort Mason location (Fort Mason, 2 Marina Blvd., Building D, 3rd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94123), with a press opening on Friday, June 7, 2019 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets range from $15 - $75 and are on-sale now at MagicTheatre.org.
California Shakespeare Theater Continues Its 45th Season With THE GOOD PERSON OF SZECHWAN
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
California Shakespeare Theater continues its 2019 summer season with The Good Person of Szechwan by Bertolt Brecht, translated by Wendy Arons and adapted by Tony Kushner, playing July 3 through July 21, 2019 at the Bruns Amphitheater. A Pay What You Can performance will be held on Wednesday, July 3. Tickets will be available starting at 10am on the day of the show through TodayTix and the Cal Shakes Box Office at 510.548.9666.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
California Shakespeare Theater continues its 2019 summer season with The Good Person of Szechwan by Bertolt Brecht, translated by Wendy Arons and adapted by Tony Kushner, playing July 3 through July 21, 2019 at the Bruns Amphitheater. A Pay What You Can performance will be held on Wednesday, July 3. Tickets will be available starting at 10am on the day of the show through TodayTix and the Cal Shakes Box Office at 510.548.9666.
Montalvo Arts Center Presents Live Music Dance Parties In Summer Nights Series
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2019
Montalvo Arts Center kicks off its Summer Nights Series with Live Music Dance Parties, three evenings of exceptional live music and fun, accessible dancing lessons. In a series that showcases a 10-piece salsa band, West Coast bluegrass sounds, and Bollywood-inspired dances, attendees are invited to come early (6:30pm) to learn steps, or come later (7:30pm) to enjoy music and dancing. Live Music Dance Parties will be presented Thursdays, June 13, July 11 & August 15, 2019 at Charmaine's Garden Terrace as part of the Summer Nights Series at Montalvo Arts Center, 15400 Montalvo Rd., Saratoga. For tickets ($15 Concert Only, $30 Lesson + Concert) or more information, the public may visit www.montalvoarts.org or call 408-961-5858.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2019
Montalvo Arts Center kicks off its Summer Nights Series with Live Music Dance Parties, three evenings of exceptional live music and fun, accessible dancing lessons. In a series that showcases a 10-piece salsa band, West Coast bluegrass sounds, and Bollywood-inspired dances, attendees are invited to come early (6:30pm) to learn steps, or come later (7:30pm) to enjoy music and dancing. Live Music Dance Parties will be presented Thursdays, June 13, July 11 & August 15, 2019 at Charmaine's Garden Terrace as part of the Summer Nights Series at Montalvo Arts Center, 15400 Montalvo Rd., Saratoga. For tickets ($15 Concert Only, $30 Lesson + Concert) or more information, the public may visit www.montalvoarts.org or call 408-961-5858.
The Lark Theater Presents 42ND STREET The Musical
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2019
One of Broadway's most classic and beloved tales, 42nd Street, comes to the Lark Theater in the largest-ever production of this musical. Set in 1933, 42nd Street tells the story of Peggy Sawyer, a talented young performer with stars in her eyes who gets her big break on Broadway.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2019
One of Broadway's most classic and beloved tales, 42nd Street, comes to the Lark Theater in the largest-ever production of this musical. Set in 1933, 42nd Street tells the story of Peggy Sawyer, a talented young performer with stars in her eyes who gets her big break on Broadway.
Additional Performances Of Brian Copeland's Hit THE WAITING PERIOD Announced At The Marsh SF
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2019
The Marsh San Francisco adds five free performances of Brian Copeland's The Waiting Period, due to ongoing support from a GoFundMe campaign and generous corporate contributions from Summit Bank, Clint Reilly Associates, The Handlery Hotel Union Square in San Francisco, and Fremont Bank, OSIsoft, and Galvan and Associates in San Leandro.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2019
The Marsh San Francisco adds five free performances of Brian Copeland's The Waiting Period, due to ongoing support from a GoFundMe campaign and generous corporate contributions from Summit Bank, Clint Reilly Associates, The Handlery Hotel Union Square in San Francisco, and Fremont Bank, OSIsoft, and Galvan and Associates in San Leandro.
All-Female A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Begins July 14 At Montalvo Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2019
Montalvo Arts Center brings Silicon Valley Shakespeare's all-female cast for a FREE performance of A Midsummer Night's Dream, a family-friendly comedy full of whimsy and wonder. This popular comedy follows the adventures of four young Athenians who stumble into the woods, where their fates are manipulated by the mischievous fairies who inhabit the forest. Thrown into the mix is a group of amateur actors, trying to practice their play in peace, and a royal couple planning their nuptials. A Midsummer Night's Dream will be presented 6:00pm, Sunday, July 14, 2019 at Charmaine's Garden Terrace as part of the Summer Nights Series at Montalvo Arts Center, 15400 Montalvo Rd., Saratoga. For tickets (FREE, VIP Parking available at $15/car) or more information, the public may visit www.montalvoarts.org or call 408-961-5858.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2019
Montalvo Arts Center brings Silicon Valley Shakespeare's all-female cast for a FREE performance of A Midsummer Night's Dream, a family-friendly comedy full of whimsy and wonder. This popular comedy follows the adventures of four young Athenians who stumble into the woods, where their fates are manipulated by the mischievous fairies who inhabit the forest. Thrown into the mix is a group of amateur actors, trying to practice their play in peace, and a royal couple planning their nuptials. A Midsummer Night's Dream will be presented 6:00pm, Sunday, July 14, 2019 at Charmaine's Garden Terrace as part of the Summer Nights Series at Montalvo Arts Center, 15400 Montalvo Rd., Saratoga. For tickets (FREE, VIP Parking available at $15/car) or more information, the public may visit www.montalvoarts.org or call 408-961-5858.
SF Ballet Names Kelly Tweeddale As Executive Director
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2019
San Francisco Ballet Board of Trustees has named Kelly Tweeddale as the organization's next Executive Director. The search committee, led by Chair of the SF Ballet Board of Trustees Carl F. Pascarella, made the unanimous recommendation to the Board after a five-month international search. Tweeddale has held previous executive positions at Seattle Opera and currently serves as President of Vancouver Symphony and VSO School of Music. Kelly Tweeddale assumes her new role at San Francisco Ballet on September 3, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2019
San Francisco Ballet Board of Trustees has named Kelly Tweeddale as the organization's next Executive Director. The search committee, led by Chair of the SF Ballet Board of Trustees Carl F. Pascarella, made the unanimous recommendation to the Board after a five-month international search. Tweeddale has held previous executive positions at Seattle Opera and currently serves as President of Vancouver Symphony and VSO School of Music. Kelly Tweeddale assumes her new role at San Francisco Ballet on September 3, 2019.
Photo Flash: First Look at San Francisco Opera's CARMEN
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2019
San Francisco Opera's 2019 Summer Season opens with Georges Bizet'sCarmen June 5-29 at the War Memorial Opera House. Presented in American director Francesca Zambello's acclaimed staging, which has been mounted by Opera Australia, Royal Opera, Covent Garden, and Norwegian National Opera, the opera features American mezzo-soprano J'Nai Bridges in her first professional performances of the title role and American tenor Matthew Polenzani assuming the role of Don Jose for the first time. Romanian soprano Anita Hartig makes her San Francisco Opera debut as Micaela and American bass-baritone Kyle Ketelsen is the bullfighter, Escamillo. In his first opera engagement with the Company, conductor James Gaffigan leads the cast and San Francisco Opera Orchestra.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2019
San Francisco Opera's 2019 Summer Season opens with Georges Bizet'sCarmen June 5-29 at the War Memorial Opera House. Presented in American director Francesca Zambello's acclaimed staging, which has been mounted by Opera Australia, Royal Opera, Covent Garden, and Norwegian National Opera, the opera features American mezzo-soprano J'Nai Bridges in her first professional performances of the title role and American tenor Matthew Polenzani assuming the role of Don Jose for the first time. Romanian soprano Anita Hartig makes her San Francisco Opera debut as Micaela and American bass-baritone Kyle Ketelsen is the bullfighter, Escamillo. In his first opera engagement with the Company, conductor James Gaffigan leads the cast and San Francisco Opera Orchestra.
The Lark Theater Closes Viva España! Film Series With New Documentary CERVANTES
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2019
The Lark Theater will close out their Viva España! Film Series with the acclaimed documentary Cervantes, the Search, directed by Javier Balaguer.
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2019
The Lark Theater will close out their Viva España! Film Series with the acclaimed documentary Cervantes, the Search, directed by Javier Balaguer.
Photo Flash: San Jose Stage Company Presents MAMMA MIA!
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2019
San Jose Stage Company presents the smash hit ABBA musical MAMMA MIA! Featuring music and lyrics by Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus and a book by Catherine Johnson, through July 7, 2019 at San Jose Stage Company (490 South 1st Street, San Jose, CA, 95113).
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2019
San Jose Stage Company presents the smash hit ABBA musical MAMMA MIA! Featuring music and lyrics by Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus and a book by Catherine Johnson, through July 7, 2019 at San Jose Stage Company (490 South 1st Street, San Jose, CA, 95113).
Laura Osnes & Corey Cott Postpone Engagement At Feinstein's At The Nikko
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2019
Due to an unforeseen scheduling conflict, Laura Osnes and Corey Cott have postponed their new duo act, Let's Duet!, originally scheduled to perform at Feinstein's at the Nikko on Friday, July 19 and Saturday, July 20.
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2019
Due to an unforeseen scheduling conflict, Laura Osnes and Corey Cott have postponed their new duo act, Let's Duet!, originally scheduled to perform at Feinstein's at the Nikko on Friday, July 19 and Saturday, July 20.
Photo Flash: Ionesco's RHINOCEROS At A.C.T.'s Geary Theater
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2019
Below see brand-new production photos from Eugene Ionesco's Rhinoceros, performing at A.C.T.'s Geary Theater now through Sunday, June 23, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2019
Below see brand-new production photos from Eugene Ionesco's Rhinoceros, performing at A.C.T.'s Geary Theater now through Sunday, June 23, 2019.
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