Three Student World Premieres Top SF Ballet School's Spring Festival
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2019
San Francisco Ballet School (SF Ballet School) Director Patrick Armand and Artistic Director Helgi Tomasson present SF Ballet School's annual Spring Festival (formerly Student Showcase) on May 22 24 at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA) theater. For the first time in the event's history, the SF Ballet School Spring Festival will introduce works by 2018-19 Choreographic Fellows Maya Wheeler, MJ Edwards, and Pemberley Olson, in addition to a program of works by Ji i Kyli n, Marc Brew, Davide Occhipinti, Karen Gabay, and SF Ballet Artistic Director and Principal Choreographer Helgi Tomasson. Spring Festival includes three evenings of varying programs that highlight the talent in the School the official school of SF Ballet and America's oldest professional training academy from young students beginning their training to advanced students on the verge of professional dance careers. Proceeds from the performances and the annual fundraising dinner on May 22 benefit scholarship and financial aid programs for the School, which award more than $1.5 million annually.
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2019
San Francisco Ballet School (SF Ballet School) Director Patrick Armand and Artistic Director Helgi Tomasson present SF Ballet School's annual Spring Festival (formerly Student Showcase) on May 22 24 at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA) theater. For the first time in the event's history, the SF Ballet School Spring Festival will introduce works by 2018-19 Choreographic Fellows Maya Wheeler, MJ Edwards, and Pemberley Olson, in addition to a program of works by Ji i Kyli n, Marc Brew, Davide Occhipinti, Karen Gabay, and SF Ballet Artistic Director and Principal Choreographer Helgi Tomasson. Spring Festival includes three evenings of varying programs that highlight the talent in the School the official school of SF Ballet and America's oldest professional training academy from young students beginning their training to advanced students on the verge of professional dance careers. Proceeds from the performances and the annual fundraising dinner on May 22 benefit scholarship and financial aid programs for the School, which award more than $1.5 million annually.
Photo Flash: Smuin Wraps Up 25th Anniversary Season With Stunning DANCE SERIES 02
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2019
Smuin concludes its quarter-century celebration with a tribute to founder Michael Smuin and his vibrant works set to the music of George and Ira Gershwin, Peggy Lee, Nat King Cole, and others. The Best of Smuin will feature the return of timeless favorites such as the red-hot chair solo "Fever," along with highlights from Dancin' With Gershwin and more. Sharing the bill is the smashing world premiere of "Renaissance" by master dancemaker Amy Seiwert, honoring Michael's legacy as an innovator in ballet, dance, and beyond.
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2019
Smuin concludes its quarter-century celebration with a tribute to founder Michael Smuin and his vibrant works set to the music of George and Ira Gershwin, Peggy Lee, Nat King Cole, and others. The Best of Smuin will feature the return of timeless favorites such as the red-hot chair solo "Fever," along with highlights from Dancin' With Gershwin and more. Sharing the bill is the smashing world premiere of "Renaissance" by master dancemaker Amy Seiwert, honoring Michael's legacy as an innovator in ballet, dance, and beyond.
62nd Annual Monterey Jazz Festival Three-Day Tickets On Sale Wednesday, May 1
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2019
Three-day Arena and Grounds Ticket Packages for the 62nd Annual Monterey Jazz Festival, September 27-29 go on sale Wednesday, May 1 at 8 a.m. PST and can be purchased online at montereyjazzfestival.org or by calling 888.248.6499. Single-day tickets go on sale May 10.
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2019
Three-day Arena and Grounds Ticket Packages for the 62nd Annual Monterey Jazz Festival, September 27-29 go on sale Wednesday, May 1 at 8 a.m. PST and can be purchased online at montereyjazzfestival.org or by calling 888.248.6499. Single-day tickets go on sale May 10.
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Benefit CABARET Announced At Oasis Nightclub in SF
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2019
Philanthropy and stellar entertainment take center stage as the Richmond/Ermet Aid Foundation (REAF) presents a special one-night-only benefit cabaret to raise funds for The Richmond /Ermet Aid Foundation and Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2019
Philanthropy and stellar entertainment take center stage as the Richmond/Ermet Aid Foundation (REAF) presents a special one-night-only benefit cabaret to raise funds for The Richmond /Ermet Aid Foundation and Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
Ryan Raftery Brings THE RISE AND FALL (AND RISE) OF MARTHA STEWART to Feinstein's at the Nikko
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2019
Direct from New York City, writer-performerRyan Raftery will bring his acclaimed show, The Rise and Fall (and Rise) of Martha Stewart, to Feinstein's at the Nikko for two performances only-Friday, July 26 (8 p.m.) and Saturday, July 27 (8 p.m.).
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2019
Direct from New York City, writer-performerRyan Raftery will bring his acclaimed show, The Rise and Fall (and Rise) of Martha Stewart, to Feinstein's at the Nikko for two performances only-Friday, July 26 (8 p.m.) and Saturday, July 27 (8 p.m.).
Rita Moreno California High School Musical Honors Announces 2019 Nominees
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2019
The Rita Moreno California High School Musical Honors announced today the 2019 nominees who will compete in front of a panel of nationally recognized judges on Monday, May 13, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. at San Jose's Center for the Performing Arts (255 S. Almaden Blvd).
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2019
The Rita Moreno California High School Musical Honors announced today the 2019 nominees who will compete in front of a panel of nationally recognized judges on Monday, May 13, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. at San Jose's Center for the Performing Arts (255 S. Almaden Blvd).
BWW Review: 110 IN THE SHADE at The Gateway Theater
by Steve Murray - April 28, 2019
BWW Review: 110 IN THE SHADE at The Gateway Theater is a sweet and poignant romance set in a 1936 drought-stricken Southwest town praying for a miracle of rain.
by Steve Murray - April 28, 2019
BWW Review: 110 IN THE SHADE at The Gateway Theater is a sweet and poignant romance set in a 1936 drought-stricken Southwest town praying for a miracle of rain.
Sonoma Speaker Series: In Conversation With Donna McKechnie Comes to Hanna Boys Center Auditorium
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2019
Donna McKechnie, best-known and beloved for her portrayal of Cassie in the original Broadway cast of the 1975 musical 'A Chorus Line' for which she received the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical, will be the interview guest at a Sonoma Speaker Series event on Wednesday - May 29, 2019 at the Hanna Boys Center Auditorium in Sonoma.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2019
Donna McKechnie, best-known and beloved for her portrayal of Cassie in the original Broadway cast of the 1975 musical 'A Chorus Line' for which she received the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical, will be the interview guest at a Sonoma Speaker Series event on Wednesday - May 29, 2019 at the Hanna Boys Center Auditorium in Sonoma.
Photo Flash: First Look at 42nd Street Moon's 110 IN THE SHADE
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2019
San Francisco's 42nd Street Moon (Daren A.C. Carollo and Daniel Thomas, Co-Executive Directors) has announced the full cast and creative team for Moon's next production, the 8-Time Tony Award-nominated musical 110 IN THE SHADE. Based N. Richard Nash's acclaimed 1954 play THE RAINMAKER (the basis for the 1956 film starring Burt Lancaster and Katharine Hepburn), 110 IN THE SHADE features music by Harvey Schmidt and lyrics by Tom Jones (THE FANTASTICKS), and a book by Nash adapted from his own play. 42nd Street Moon's production of 110 IN THE SHADE runs from April 24 - May 12, 2019 and will perform at San Francisco's Gateway Theatre (215 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA 94111). The press opening will take place on Saturday, April 27 at 6:00 p.m. Tickets range from $30 - $75 and can be purchased through the Box Office at (415) 255-8207 or online at www.42ndstmoon.org.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2019
San Francisco's 42nd Street Moon (Daren A.C. Carollo and Daniel Thomas, Co-Executive Directors) has announced the full cast and creative team for Moon's next production, the 8-Time Tony Award-nominated musical 110 IN THE SHADE. Based N. Richard Nash's acclaimed 1954 play THE RAINMAKER (the basis for the 1956 film starring Burt Lancaster and Katharine Hepburn), 110 IN THE SHADE features music by Harvey Schmidt and lyrics by Tom Jones (THE FANTASTICKS), and a book by Nash adapted from his own play. 42nd Street Moon's production of 110 IN THE SHADE runs from April 24 - May 12, 2019 and will perform at San Francisco's Gateway Theatre (215 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA 94111). The press opening will take place on Saturday, April 27 at 6:00 p.m. Tickets range from $30 - $75 and can be purchased through the Box Office at (415) 255-8207 or online at www.42ndstmoon.org.
VIDEO: First Look at 42nd Street Moon's 110 IN THE SHADE
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2019
San Francisco's 42nd Street Moon (Daren A.C. Carollo and Daniel Thomas, Co-Executive Directors) has announced the full cast and creative team for Moon's next production, the 8-Time Tony Award-nominated musical 110 IN THE SHADE. Based N. Richard Nash's acclaimed 1954 play THE RAINMAKER (the basis for the 1956 film starring Burt Lancaster and Katharine Hepburn), 110 IN THE SHADE features music by Harvey Schmidt and lyrics by Tom Jones (THE FANTASTICKS), and a book by Nash adapted from his own play. 42nd Street Moon's production of 110 IN THE SHADE runs from April 24 - May 12, 2019 and will perform at San Francisco's Gateway Theatre (215 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA 94111). The press opening will take place on Saturday, April 27 at 6:00 p.m. Tickets range from $30 - $75 and can be purchased through the Box Office at (415) 255-8207 or online at www.42ndstmoon.org.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2019
San Francisco's 42nd Street Moon (Daren A.C. Carollo and Daniel Thomas, Co-Executive Directors) has announced the full cast and creative team for Moon's next production, the 8-Time Tony Award-nominated musical 110 IN THE SHADE. Based N. Richard Nash's acclaimed 1954 play THE RAINMAKER (the basis for the 1956 film starring Burt Lancaster and Katharine Hepburn), 110 IN THE SHADE features music by Harvey Schmidt and lyrics by Tom Jones (THE FANTASTICKS), and a book by Nash adapted from his own play. 42nd Street Moon's production of 110 IN THE SHADE runs from April 24 - May 12, 2019 and will perform at San Francisco's Gateway Theatre (215 Jackson St, San Francisco, CA 94111). The press opening will take place on Saturday, April 27 at 6:00 p.m. Tickets range from $30 - $75 and can be purchased through the Box Office at (415) 255-8207 or online at www.42ndstmoon.org.
The Lark Theater Presents SING HALLELUJAH!
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2019
The Lark Theater presents Sing Hallelujah! - a sparkling evening of live music and film entertainment as the best of East Bay Gospel royalty returns to the Lark bringing a joyful noise.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2019
The Lark Theater presents Sing Hallelujah! - a sparkling evening of live music and film entertainment as the best of East Bay Gospel royalty returns to the Lark bringing a joyful noise.
Town Hall Announces 75th Season 2019/20: TRANSFORMATIONS
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2019
Town Hall Theatre Company (THT) is thrilled to announce four compelling plays and musicals for its milestone 75th 2019/20 Season, entitled TRANSFORMATIONS. Town Hall's TRANSFORMATIONS Season opens with Matthew Lopez's fabulously sassy comedy The Legend of Georgia McBride; continues with the West Coast premiere of an enchanting original new take on the classic Brothers Grimm story Cinderella: A Fairytale; followed by Anton Chekhov's final masterpiece, The Cherry Orchard; and closes with the stirring Tony-nominated musical Violet. Subscription package sales are now available.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2019
Town Hall Theatre Company (THT) is thrilled to announce four compelling plays and musicals for its milestone 75th 2019/20 Season, entitled TRANSFORMATIONS. Town Hall's TRANSFORMATIONS Season opens with Matthew Lopez's fabulously sassy comedy The Legend of Georgia McBride; continues with the West Coast premiere of an enchanting original new take on the classic Brothers Grimm story Cinderella: A Fairytale; followed by Anton Chekhov's final masterpiece, The Cherry Orchard; and closes with the stirring Tony-nominated musical Violet. Subscription package sales are now available.
San Francisco Opera Joins City Of San Francisco, French Consulate And Grace Cathedral For Public Solidarity Concert For Notre-Dame De Paris
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2019
San Francisco Opera joins with the City of San Francisco, the French Consulate and Grace Cathedral for a solidarity concert for the Notre-Dame de Paris on Monday, April 29 at 6 p.m at Grace Cathedral. The free public event will include performances by mezzo-soprano Frederica von Stade, San Francisco Opera Adler Fellow countertenor Aryeh Nussbaum Cohen, Adler Fellow pianist Kseniia Polstiankina Barrad, Notre-Dame de Paris organist Johann Vexo, musicians of the San Francisco Symphony, American Bach Soloists & Choir, and Grace Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2019
San Francisco Opera joins with the City of San Francisco, the French Consulate and Grace Cathedral for a solidarity concert for the Notre-Dame de Paris on Monday, April 29 at 6 p.m at Grace Cathedral. The free public event will include performances by mezzo-soprano Frederica von Stade, San Francisco Opera Adler Fellow countertenor Aryeh Nussbaum Cohen, Adler Fellow pianist Kseniia Polstiankina Barrad, Notre-Dame de Paris organist Johann Vexo, musicians of the San Francisco Symphony, American Bach Soloists & Choir, and Grace Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys.
Cast Announced For THE MAMA DRAGON MONOLOGUES
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2019
The producers and the Hammer Theatre are pleased to announce the cast for the new play The Mama Dragon Monologues: Mormon Mothers of LGBT Kids Speak Out, set for three staged readings on April 29 and 30. The five mothers will be played by Sarah Kate Anderson, Nancy Carlin, Adrienne Herro, Judith Miller, and Erica Smith.
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2019
The producers and the Hammer Theatre are pleased to announce the cast for the new play The Mama Dragon Monologues: Mormon Mothers of LGBT Kids Speak Out, set for three staged readings on April 29 and 30. The five mothers will be played by Sarah Kate Anderson, Nancy Carlin, Adrienne Herro, Judith Miller, and Erica Smith.
The Lark Theater Presents ART & MIND
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2019
The Lark Theater presents special presentation of the documentary film, Art & Mind, directed by Amelie Ravalec. A journey into art, madness and the unconscious. An exploration of visionary artists and the creative impulse, from the Flemish Masters of the Renaissance to the avant-garde movement of Surrealism and the unsung geniuses of Art Brut and Outsider Art. The film features many artists including Hieronymus Bosch, Francisco Goya, Vincent Van Gogh, William Blake, Edvard Munch, Salvador Dali, and many more.
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2019
The Lark Theater presents special presentation of the documentary film, Art & Mind, directed by Amelie Ravalec. A journey into art, madness and the unconscious. An exploration of visionary artists and the creative impulse, from the Flemish Masters of the Renaissance to the avant-garde movement of Surrealism and the unsung geniuses of Art Brut and Outsider Art. The film features many artists including Hieronymus Bosch, Francisco Goya, Vincent Van Gogh, William Blake, Edvard Munch, Salvador Dali, and many more.
California Shakespeare Theater Opens Its 45th Season With A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2019
California Shakespeare Theater opens its 2019 summer season with A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare, playing May 22 through June 16, 2019 at the Bruns Amphitheater in Orinda. The season launches with A Pay What You Can performance on Wednesday, May 22nd. Tickets will be available starting at 10am on the day of each show through TodayTix (todaytix.com) and the Cal Shakes Box Office (calshakes.org or 510.548.9666).
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2019
California Shakespeare Theater opens its 2019 summer season with A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare, playing May 22 through June 16, 2019 at the Bruns Amphitheater in Orinda. The season launches with A Pay What You Can performance on Wednesday, May 22nd. Tickets will be available starting at 10am on the day of each show through TodayTix (todaytix.com) and the Cal Shakes Box Office (calshakes.org or 510.548.9666).
Merola Showcases Rising Opera Stars In Summer Concert
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2019
San Francisco's acclaimed Merola Opera Program, one of the most prestigious and selective opera training programs in the world, commences its 62nd season with a showcase of the program's rising stars in the Schwabacher Summer Concert.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2019
San Francisco's acclaimed Merola Opera Program, one of the most prestigious and selective opera training programs in the world, commences its 62nd season with a showcase of the program's rising stars in the Schwabacher Summer Concert.
THAT DON REED SHOW Extends Through June 9th
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2019
The Marsh Berkeley announces the extension of That Don Reed Show created by acclaimed comedian/playwright, Theatre Bay Area (TBA) 2018, 2017 nominee, and 2016 TBA winner Don Reed. Saturday Night Live said Don was "too white," while the network executive for In Living Color said he wasn't "black enough." So Don created That Don Reed Show-his own sketch variety show-bringing Bay Area audiences an evening of irreverent sketches, edgy stand-up, music, and moving drama.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2019
The Marsh Berkeley announces the extension of That Don Reed Show created by acclaimed comedian/playwright, Theatre Bay Area (TBA) 2018, 2017 nominee, and 2016 TBA winner Don Reed. Saturday Night Live said Don was "too white," while the network executive for In Living Color said he wasn't "black enough." So Don created That Don Reed Show-his own sketch variety show-bringing Bay Area audiences an evening of irreverent sketches, edgy stand-up, music, and moving drama.
SEX AND THE CITY LIVE Set for May 30-July 13 At Oasis
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2019
Oasis, San Francisco's award-winning drag nightclub and cabaret theater, announces the return of the hit drag-parody Sex and the City LIVE this summer, with two NEW EPISODES! Now in it's eighth year, Sex and the City LIVE! will run May 30 - July 13, 2019, during Pride month in SF.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2019
Oasis, San Francisco's award-winning drag nightclub and cabaret theater, announces the return of the hit drag-parody Sex and the City LIVE this summer, with two NEW EPISODES! Now in it's eighth year, Sex and the City LIVE! will run May 30 - July 13, 2019, during Pride month in SF.
BWW Review: VANITY FAIR at American Conservatory Theatre Company presents Vanity Fair, William Thackery's 19th century exploration of female conventions and ambition.
by Steve Murray - April 25, 2019
Vanity Fair, William Thackery's 19th century exploration of female conventions and ambition as seen through the discerning eyes of Kate Hamill (Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, Mansfield Park) is a delight for the eyes and a thoughtful female perspective on gender roles that continue to evolve today. With its sparkling cast of seven actors playing dozens of roles and first-rate direction by Jessica Stone, Thackery's carnival-like satire of British society portrayed through the cunning, strong-willed Becky Sharp is as contemporary today as it was shocking in its day.
by Steve Murray - April 25, 2019
Vanity Fair, William Thackery's 19th century exploration of female conventions and ambition as seen through the discerning eyes of Kate Hamill (Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, Mansfield Park) is a delight for the eyes and a thoughtful female perspective on gender roles that continue to evolve today. With its sparkling cast of seven actors playing dozens of roles and first-rate direction by Jessica Stone, Thackery's carnival-like satire of British society portrayed through the cunning, strong-willed Becky Sharp is as contemporary today as it was shocking in its day.
The Second City Returns To Berkeley Rep
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2019
Berkeley Repertory Theatre today announced that the world's first name in laughter is back in Berkeley this summer with a new show: The Second City's Left Leaning and Always Right.
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2019
Berkeley Repertory Theatre today announced that the world's first name in laughter is back in Berkeley this summer with a new show: The Second City's Left Leaning and Always Right.
Magic Theatre's 2019 Masquerade Gala To Honor Rebecca Eisen And Octavio Solis
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2019
Magic Theatre announced today that the company's 2019 Gala Fundraiser, Magic Masquerade: Warhol's Factory, will be held at Gallery 308
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2019
Magic Theatre announced today that the company's 2019 Gala Fundraiser, Magic Masquerade: Warhol's Factory, will be held at Gallery 308
The Empress Theatre Presents Tortilla Soup
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2019
The Empress Theatre Presents Tortilla Soup - Cinco De Mayo Weekend Celebration on Saturday, May 4th, 8PM at The Empress Theatre - 330 Virginia St, Vallejo, CA 94590.
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2019
The Empress Theatre Presents Tortilla Soup - Cinco De Mayo Weekend Celebration on Saturday, May 4th, 8PM at The Empress Theatre - 330 Virginia St, Vallejo, CA 94590.
The Empress Theatre Presents Cream Of Clapton Featuring Kevin Russell
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2019
The Empress Theatre Presents Cream of Clapton featuring Kevin Russell on Friday, May 3rd, 8PM at The Empress Theatre - 330 Virginia St, Vallejo, CA 94590.
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2019
The Empress Theatre Presents Cream of Clapton featuring Kevin Russell on Friday, May 3rd, 8PM at The Empress Theatre - 330 Virginia St, Vallejo, CA 94590.
The Empress Theatre Presents: Megan And The Heartbeats
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2019
The Empress Theatre Presents An Evening of Romantic Tunes with Megan and the Heartbeats Thursday, May 2nd, 7:30 PM at The Empress Theatre - 330 Virginia St, Vallejo, CA 94590.
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2019
The Empress Theatre Presents An Evening of Romantic Tunes with Megan and the Heartbeats Thursday, May 2nd, 7:30 PM at The Empress Theatre - 330 Virginia St, Vallejo, CA 94590.
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