Emmy Winner Sarah Silverman Joins Sirius XM Star Seth Rudetsky For Series At The Herbst
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2019
Producer Mark Cortale has announced the season finale of his series at The Herbst Theatre - two time Emmy Award winner Sarah Silverman will join Seth Rudetsky on Sunday, May 19th at 8:00 PM for one show only. In this unique series, music director and host Seth Rudetsky welcomes the greatest performers for up-close and personal conversations and singing. The format of the show will be a seamless mix of great comedy/singing by Silverman and hilarious conversation prompted by Rudetsky's funny, insightful and revealing questions. This evening will continue to raise funds this season for San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus, Project Open Hand and Sandy Hook Promise. For tickets and information, please visit www.cityboxoffice.com/broadway or call (415) 392-4400.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2019
Producer Mark Cortale has announced the season finale of his series at The Herbst Theatre - two time Emmy Award winner Sarah Silverman will join Seth Rudetsky on Sunday, May 19th at 8:00 PM for one show only. In this unique series, music director and host Seth Rudetsky welcomes the greatest performers for up-close and personal conversations and singing. The format of the show will be a seamless mix of great comedy/singing by Silverman and hilarious conversation prompted by Rudetsky's funny, insightful and revealing questions. This evening will continue to raise funds this season for San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus, Project Open Hand and Sandy Hook Promise. For tickets and information, please visit www.cityboxoffice.com/broadway or call (415) 392-4400.
Celebrate The Magic Inside With SOME ENCHANTED EVENINGS At EXIT Stage Left
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2019
Join Christina Augello-EXIT Theatre's founding Artistic Director-on a exploration of three playful one-acts by contemporary playwright, Don Nigro. Take a stroll through the enchanted woods in The Garden, embark on a journey with world-renowned spiritualist Mme. Blavatsky, and hear of sweet love and sweeter revenge in A Discoverie of Witchcraft. An unforgettable evening of mystery, mirth, and a touch of the macabre. Directed by Amanda Ortmayer. The Garden is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2019
Join Christina Augello-EXIT Theatre's founding Artistic Director-on a exploration of three playful one-acts by contemporary playwright, Don Nigro. Take a stroll through the enchanted woods in The Garden, embark on a journey with world-renowned spiritualist Mme. Blavatsky, and hear of sweet love and sweeter revenge in A Discoverie of Witchcraft. An unforgettable evening of mystery, mirth, and a touch of the macabre. Directed by Amanda Ortmayer. The Garden is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH, INC.
Abhinaya Presents SI SE PUEDE This March In San Jose
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2019
Abhinaya Dance Company of San Jose presents 'Si Se Puede', choreographed by Mythili Kumar and featuring the company who will be accompanied by live music by master musicians. Presented in the classical Bharatanatyam idiom, the concert portrays the struggles of Cesar Chavez and his fight for farmworker rights. The concert is presented in association with San Jose Muticultural Arts Guild.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2019
Abhinaya Dance Company of San Jose presents 'Si Se Puede', choreographed by Mythili Kumar and featuring the company who will be accompanied by live music by master musicians. Presented in the classical Bharatanatyam idiom, the concert portrays the struggles of Cesar Chavez and his fight for farmworker rights. The concert is presented in association with San Jose Muticultural Arts Guild.
Napa County Reads And Lincoln Theater Present REFUGEE: A Conversation With Author Alan Gratz
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2019
The Napa County Reads program and Lincoln Theater invite the community to a special evening with author Alan Gratz. Gratz will be discussing his action-packed novel Refugee, which tackles topics both timely and timeless: the quest for refuge and survival, and the courage required to succeed.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2019
The Napa County Reads program and Lincoln Theater invite the community to a special evening with author Alan Gratz. Gratz will be discussing his action-packed novel Refugee, which tackles topics both timely and timeless: the quest for refuge and survival, and the courage required to succeed.
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by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2019
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by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2019
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Bay Area Children's Theatre Launches National Tour Of PEG + CAT Live! In Castro Valley
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2019
Bay Area Children's Theatre (BACT) opens its national tour of Peg + Cat Live! - a lively musical based on the Emmy-winning PBS Kids show, PEG + CAT -- with performances Saturday, January 26, at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. at the Castro Valley Center for the Arts, 19501 Redwood Road, Castro Valley 94546.
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2019
Bay Area Children's Theatre (BACT) opens its national tour of Peg + Cat Live! - a lively musical based on the Emmy-winning PBS Kids show, PEG + CAT -- with performances Saturday, January 26, at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. at the Castro Valley Center for the Arts, 19501 Redwood Road, Castro Valley 94546.
BWW Review: PARADISE SQUARE at Berkeley Repertory Theatre is almost that.
by Robert Sokol - January 21, 2019
PARADISE SQUARE is a glorious if frustrating addition to the musical theatre canon, blessed with an exceptional cast, a stirring score, and the unbelievably exquisite choreography of Bill T. Jones. Yet, despite these riches, the opulent production trips self-consciously on its own ambition, with the whole adding up to something less satisfying than the sum of its exceptional parts.
by Robert Sokol - January 21, 2019
PARADISE SQUARE is a glorious if frustrating addition to the musical theatre canon, blessed with an exceptional cast, a stirring score, and the unbelievably exquisite choreography of Bill T. Jones. Yet, despite these riches, the opulent production trips self-consciously on its own ambition, with the whole adding up to something less satisfying than the sum of its exceptional parts.
DRAGON IN THE DROP-OFF LANE Kicks Off New Year at The Marsh
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2019
The Marsh Berkeley has announced that due to popular demand it has scheduled an extended run of Lisa Rothman's hit show, Dragon in the Drop-Off Lane. This hilarious and cautionary tale describes what happens when Rothman's Oakland-raised kids venture into the fairytale world of Marin, where all the children seem to know how to sew, speak in a "Crystal Cave whisper," and decorate their (vegan) gingerbread men with stevia icing, carob chips, and unsweetened coconut flakes. Of course, no fairytale would be complete without a fairy godmother to help Rothman reckon with her parenting choices.
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2019
The Marsh Berkeley has announced that due to popular demand it has scheduled an extended run of Lisa Rothman's hit show, Dragon in the Drop-Off Lane. This hilarious and cautionary tale describes what happens when Rothman's Oakland-raised kids venture into the fairytale world of Marin, where all the children seem to know how to sew, speak in a "Crystal Cave whisper," and decorate their (vegan) gingerbread men with stevia icing, carob chips, and unsweetened coconut flakes. Of course, no fairytale would be complete without a fairy godmother to help Rothman reckon with her parenting choices.
Bread & Butter Theatre Company Presents Rajiv Joseph's THE NORTH POOL
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2019
Bread & Butter Theatre opens their 2019 season with a sharp, tightly-woven drama by a thrilling American playwright-The North Pool by Rajiv Joseph.
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2019
Bread & Butter Theatre opens their 2019 season with a sharp, tightly-woven drama by a thrilling American playwright-The North Pool by Rajiv Joseph.
Alyssandra Katherine Dance Project Premieres UNRAVELED At ODC Theater
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2019
Alyssandra Katherine Dance Project (AKDP), a four-year-old London-born, San Francisco-based contemporary dance company, is proud to announce the world premiere of UNRAVELED, April 11 13 at ODC Theater. Featuring an ensemble of five performers, and film projection design by Clare Schweitzer, Unraveled explores the all too common experience of dependency, addiction and isolation. Performances run Thursday to Saturday at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 - $40, and may be purchased online at odc.dance/tickets or by phone at 415-863-9834.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2019
Alyssandra Katherine Dance Project (AKDP), a four-year-old London-born, San Francisco-based contemporary dance company, is proud to announce the world premiere of UNRAVELED, April 11 13 at ODC Theater. Featuring an ensemble of five performers, and film projection design by Clare Schweitzer, Unraveled explores the all too common experience of dependency, addiction and isolation. Performances run Thursday to Saturday at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 - $40, and may be purchased online at odc.dance/tickets or by phone at 415-863-9834.
The Empress Theatre Presents MAMA'S SOUP
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2019
The Empress Theatre Presents Mama's Soup Friday, February 1st, 8 PM at The Empress Theatre - 330 Virginia Street, Vallejo, CA 94590.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2019
The Empress Theatre Presents Mama's Soup Friday, February 1st, 8 PM at The Empress Theatre - 330 Virginia Street, Vallejo, CA 94590.
Ross Valley Players Presents DEATHTRAP
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2019
Ross Valley Players presents Deathtrap, written by Ira Levin, which became an American thriller film in 1982. This ingeniously structured play offers a rare and skillful blending of two priceless theatrical ingredients: gasp-inducing thrills and spontaneous laughter.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2019
Ross Valley Players presents Deathtrap, written by Ira Levin, which became an American thriller film in 1982. This ingeniously structured play offers a rare and skillful blending of two priceless theatrical ingredients: gasp-inducing thrills and spontaneous laughter.
Opera San José Presents MOBY DICK In February
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2019
On February 9th, Opera San Jose's 35th season continues with Moby-Dick, by 2018 Grammy Nominated composer Jake Heggie (Best Contemporary Classical Composition, Great Scott) with a libretto by Gene Scheer.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2019
On February 9th, Opera San Jose's 35th season continues with Moby-Dick, by 2018 Grammy Nominated composer Jake Heggie (Best Contemporary Classical Composition, Great Scott) with a libretto by Gene Scheer.
BWW Review: HOW I LEARNED WHAT I LEARNED at Marin Theatre Company
by Steve Murray - January 17, 2019
MTC presents August Wilson's pentultimate autobiographical memoir of early life in Pittsburgh' Hill District.
by Steve Murray - January 17, 2019
MTC presents August Wilson's pentultimate autobiographical memoir of early life in Pittsburgh' Hill District.
Ross Valley Players Presents DEATHTRAP
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2019
Ross Valley Players presents Deathtrap, written by Ira Levin, which became an American thriller film in 1982. This ingeniously structured play offers a rare and skillful blending of two priceless theatrical ingredients: gasp-inducing thrills and spontaneous laughter.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2019
Ross Valley Players presents Deathtrap, written by Ira Levin, which became an American thriller film in 1982. This ingeniously structured play offers a rare and skillful blending of two priceless theatrical ingredients: gasp-inducing thrills and spontaneous laughter.
Bay Area Theater Community To Dim Its Lights In Honor Of San Francisco's Own Carol Channing
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2019
The Bay Area theater community will honor the life and career of theatrical legend and San Francisco local treasure, Carol Channing, with the dimming of the lights on Friday, January 18, 2019 at 7:45 p.m. PST for one minute. This will echo Wednesday's dimming of the lights of Broadway theaters in New York. American Conservatory Theater, Curran, Feinstein's at the Nikko, and Lowell High School will participate, and with Theatre Bay Area and its 300 theater company members, other theaters throughout the Bay Area will pay tribute to Channing throughout the day, shining a light on her marque performances over social media.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2019
The Bay Area theater community will honor the life and career of theatrical legend and San Francisco local treasure, Carol Channing, with the dimming of the lights on Friday, January 18, 2019 at 7:45 p.m. PST for one minute. This will echo Wednesday's dimming of the lights of Broadway theaters in New York. American Conservatory Theater, Curran, Feinstein's at the Nikko, and Lowell High School will participate, and with Theatre Bay Area and its 300 theater company members, other theaters throughout the Bay Area will pay tribute to Channing throughout the day, shining a light on her marque performances over social media.
San Francisco Playhouse Presents A WHITE GIRL'S GUIDE TO INTERNATIONAL TERRORISM
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2019
San Francisco Playhouse announced casting for their first Sandbox Series production of 2019 - the world premiere of A White Girl's Guide to International Terrorism, written by Chelsea Marcantel. Morgan Green will direct. The play was commissioned by San Francisco Playhouse.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2019
San Francisco Playhouse announced casting for their first Sandbox Series production of 2019 - the world premiere of A White Girl's Guide to International Terrorism, written by Chelsea Marcantel. Morgan Green will direct. The play was commissioned by San Francisco Playhouse.
42 IOFF Films Highlighted At San Francisco's International Ocean Film Festival
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2019
From the open seas to the Great Lakes, San Francisco's International Ocean Film Festival(www.intloceanfilmfest.org) continues its mission of saving and educating about our marine heritage. For the Thunder Bay International Film Festival, 42 films from the IOFF will be highlighted will be featured as part of the seventh annual event in Alpena, Michigan at the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center, January 23 - 27).
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2019
From the open seas to the Great Lakes, San Francisco's International Ocean Film Festival(www.intloceanfilmfest.org) continues its mission of saving and educating about our marine heritage. For the Thunder Bay International Film Festival, 42 films from the IOFF will be highlighted will be featured as part of the seventh annual event in Alpena, Michigan at the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center, January 23 - 27).
Last Chance To Experience VOLTA Under The Big Top In San Francisco!
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2019
VOLTA, Cirque du Soleil's newest Big Top production, has less than three weeks left at AT&T Park in San Francisco, with its final performance being held on Sunday, February 3, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2019
VOLTA, Cirque du Soleil's newest Big Top production, has less than three weeks left at AT&T Park in San Francisco, with its final performance being held on Sunday, February 3, 2019.
Santa Cruz Shakespeare's Signs 20 Year Contract in The Grove Venue
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2019
Santa Cruz Shakespeare announces new lease terms for their theater venue The Grove in DeLaveaga Park. The City of Santa Cruz and SCS worked together to finalize the terms in the fall of 2018. The initial lease agreement in 2016 with the City of Santa Cruz was for a 2-year conditional lease. Santa Cruz Shakespeare is ready to move forward to continue its mission of making The Grove a true cultural gem in Santa Cruz.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2019
Santa Cruz Shakespeare announces new lease terms for their theater venue The Grove in DeLaveaga Park. The City of Santa Cruz and SCS worked together to finalize the terms in the fall of 2018. The initial lease agreement in 2016 with the City of Santa Cruz was for a 2-year conditional lease. Santa Cruz Shakespeare is ready to move forward to continue its mission of making The Grove a true cultural gem in Santa Cruz.
The Marsh Transfers WHY WOULD I MISPRONOUNCE MY OWN NAME? to Berkeley
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2019
Due to popular demand, Irma Herrera's Why Would I Mispronounce My Own Name will transfer from The Marsh San Francisco to The Marsh Berkeley in February. Weaving history and comedic insights into stories about names, this hit solo show sheds light and throws shade on societal prejudices and assumptions. When giving her name its correct Spanish pronunciation, she often gets the "where are you from?" question.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2019
Due to popular demand, Irma Herrera's Why Would I Mispronounce My Own Name will transfer from The Marsh San Francisco to The Marsh Berkeley in February. Weaving history and comedic insights into stories about names, this hit solo show sheds light and throws shade on societal prejudices and assumptions. When giving her name its correct Spanish pronunciation, she often gets the "where are you from?" question.
Cast Announced For San Jose Stage Company's CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2019
San Jose Stage Company (Randall King, Artistic Director and Cathleen King, Executive Director) has announced the cast and creative team for The Stage's first production of 2019, Tennessee Williams' Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF. Directed by Lee Sankowich, CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF will run from February 6 - March 3, 2019 at San Jose Stage Company (490 South 1st Street, San Jose, CA, 95113). The press opening will take place on Saturday, February 9 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets range from $32 - $72 and can be purchased through the Box Office at (408) 283-7142 or online at www.thestage.org.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2019
San Jose Stage Company (Randall King, Artistic Director and Cathleen King, Executive Director) has announced the cast and creative team for The Stage's first production of 2019, Tennessee Williams' Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF. Directed by Lee Sankowich, CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF will run from February 6 - March 3, 2019 at San Jose Stage Company (490 South 1st Street, San Jose, CA, 95113). The press opening will take place on Saturday, February 9 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets range from $32 - $72 and can be purchased through the Box Office at (408) 283-7142 or online at www.thestage.org.
'The Old Stripper' To Screen In San Francisco
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2019
The world is opening their eyes to THE OLD STRIPPER. And she's coming to a local movie theater near you in San Francisco.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2019
The world is opening their eyes to THE OLD STRIPPER. And she's coming to a local movie theater near you in San Francisco.
Photo Flash: First Look At FROST/NIXON At Theatreworks Silicon Valley
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2019
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley will kick off the new year with the Tony and Olivier Award nominated drama Frost/Nixon. Written by Golden Globe winner Peter Morgan (creator of Netflix's The Crown), Frost/Nixon is a riveting political prizefight where the cameras roll, the truth spins, and it becomes clear that he who controls the medium controls the message. With America caught in the riptides of Watergate and Vietnam, the former leader of the free world and a lightweight British talk-show host clash in a legendary series of TV interviews that will determine the President's legacy forever. Directed by Leslie Martinson, Frost/Nixon will be presented January 16 - February 10, 2019 (press opening: January 19, 2019) at Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro Street, Mountain View. For tickets ($40-$100) and more information the public may visit TheatreWorks.org or call (650) 463-1960.
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2019
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley will kick off the new year with the Tony and Olivier Award nominated drama Frost/Nixon. Written by Golden Globe winner Peter Morgan (creator of Netflix's The Crown), Frost/Nixon is a riveting political prizefight where the cameras roll, the truth spins, and it becomes clear that he who controls the medium controls the message. With America caught in the riptides of Watergate and Vietnam, the former leader of the free world and a lightweight British talk-show host clash in a legendary series of TV interviews that will determine the President's legacy forever. Directed by Leslie Martinson, Frost/Nixon will be presented January 16 - February 10, 2019 (press opening: January 19, 2019) at Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro Street, Mountain View. For tickets ($40-$100) and more information the public may visit TheatreWorks.org or call (650) 463-1960.
SOUNDS OF FREEDOM Comes To B Street Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2019
Fresh off a successful run of Ain't Too Proud at Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Jahi Kearse returns to B Street to play Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in the original production Martin Luther King Jr. & The Sound of Freedom as the first play of the 2019 Family Series.
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2019
Fresh off a successful run of Ain't Too Proud at Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Jahi Kearse returns to B Street to play Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in the original production Martin Luther King Jr. & The Sound of Freedom as the first play of the 2019 Family Series.
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