Berkeley Symphony Featuring SFCM Musicians - January 11
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2019
The Berkeley Symphony returns to SFCM on January 11 for a joint concert with SFCM musicians performing the world premiere of Highsmith Award winner Daniel De Togni's (Class of 2018) Tsuioku: On the Internment of Japanese Americans. Additionally, concerto competition winners Nicole Hillis '18 (trombone), Bradley Pupa '19 (guitar), and Boxianzi Ling '20 (violin) will perform works by Tomasi, Ponce, and Mendelssohn. Martin West, music director and principal conductor of San Francisco Ballet, will conduct the concert.
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2019
The Berkeley Symphony returns to SFCM on January 11 for a joint concert with SFCM musicians performing the world premiere of Highsmith Award winner Daniel De Togni's (Class of 2018) Tsuioku: On the Internment of Japanese Americans. Additionally, concerto competition winners Nicole Hillis '18 (trombone), Bradley Pupa '19 (guitar), and Boxianzi Ling '20 (violin) will perform works by Tomasi, Ponce, and Mendelssohn. Martin West, music director and principal conductor of San Francisco Ballet, will conduct the concert.
Aurora Theatre Company Presents August Strindberg's CREDITORS
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2019
Aurora Theatre Company continues its dynamic 27th season with August Strindberg's CREDITORS, a new version by David Greig, directed by Barbara Damashek (A Number, Splendour). The cast features Rebecca Dines (Mud Blue Sky, The Homecoming, Widower's Houses), Joseph Patrick O'Malley (A Number), Jonathan Rhys Williams (Therese Raquin, The Homecoming).
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2019
Aurora Theatre Company continues its dynamic 27th season with August Strindberg's CREDITORS, a new version by David Greig, directed by Barbara Damashek (A Number, Splendour). The cast features Rebecca Dines (Mud Blue Sky, The Homecoming, Widower's Houses), Joseph Patrick O'Malley (A Number), Jonathan Rhys Williams (Therese Raquin, The Homecoming).
NCTC Family Matinee Series Presents SNOW QUEEN
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2019
This February, New Conservatory Theatre Center's Family Matinee Series gives Hans Christian Anderson's heartwarming tale of friendship and adventure a fresh new twist in Snow Queen, written by Stacey Lane and directed by NCTC Conservatory Director Stephanie Temple.
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2019
This February, New Conservatory Theatre Center's Family Matinee Series gives Hans Christian Anderson's heartwarming tale of friendship and adventure a fresh new twist in Snow Queen, written by Stacey Lane and directed by NCTC Conservatory Director Stephanie Temple.
The Triumphant Return of "I, Nomi"
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2019
Peaches Christ Productions Proudly Presents I, NOMI. The unoriginal, original story of the girl...before and after the show. Starring Off-Broadway sensation APRIL KIDWELL
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2019
Peaches Christ Productions Proudly Presents I, NOMI. The unoriginal, original story of the girl...before and after the show. Starring Off-Broadway sensation APRIL KIDWELL
An Array Of Diverse Performances Announced At Montalvo Arts Center In Saratoga This March
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2019
Montalvo Arts Center continues its 2018-2019 Carriage House Concert Series with four unique performances in March.
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2019
Montalvo Arts Center continues its 2018-2019 Carriage House Concert Series with four unique performances in March.
Concertmaster Jennifer Cho Leads A Seductive Tango, Paired With Classic Mozart
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2019
The California Symphony kicks off 2019 with two performances of A TANGO WITH MOZART at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek on Saturday, Jan. 19 at 8pm and Sunday, Jan. 20 at 4pm. Music Director Donato Cabrera leads a free, 30-minute pre-concert talk for ticketholders, starting an hour before each show.
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2019
The California Symphony kicks off 2019 with two performances of A TANGO WITH MOZART at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek on Saturday, Jan. 19 at 8pm and Sunday, Jan. 20 at 4pm. Music Director Donato Cabrera leads a free, 30-minute pre-concert talk for ticketholders, starting an hour before each show.
FROST/NIXON Comes to TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 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 02, 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.
GOOD NIGHT, GORILLA Tiptoes Into San Francisco Saturday, January 26
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2019
Good Night, Gorilla, the latest musical for babies and toddlers from Bay Area Children's Theatre (BACT) tiptoes into San Francisco January 26 and plays weekends through March 10 at the Children's Creativity Museum Theater, 221 4th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, with performances at 10 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2019
Good Night, Gorilla, the latest musical for babies and toddlers from Bay Area Children's Theatre (BACT) tiptoes into San Francisco January 26 and plays weekends through March 10 at the Children's Creativity Museum Theater, 221 4th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, with performances at 10 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.
NapaShakes Presents First Burns Night Supper In The Gallery At Brasswood Napa Valley
by BWW News Desk - December 28, 2018
On Friday, January 25, 2019, NapaShakes celebrates the birthday of Scotland's Bard: Robert Burns, and the music, food and culture of Scotland, with its first ever Burns Night Supper. Guests will savor the words of Scotland's greatest poet (and a bit of Shakespeare's Macbeth) accompanied by bagpipes and a lively Ceilidh band, plus engaging performances by two acclaimed actors from Britain and Broadway: Jane Carr and Victor Talmadge. The evening includes a delicious Napa Valley-style feast with traditional haggis (meat or vegetarian), neeps and tatties, and other delights in the candle-lit Gallery of St. Helena's Brasswood Napa Valley. The event is for age 21 and older, and attendees are welcome (but not required) to wear kilts and other traditional attire.
by BWW News Desk - December 28, 2018
On Friday, January 25, 2019, NapaShakes celebrates the birthday of Scotland's Bard: Robert Burns, and the music, food and culture of Scotland, with its first ever Burns Night Supper. Guests will savor the words of Scotland's greatest poet (and a bit of Shakespeare's Macbeth) accompanied by bagpipes and a lively Ceilidh band, plus engaging performances by two acclaimed actors from Britain and Broadway: Jane Carr and Victor Talmadge. The evening includes a delicious Napa Valley-style feast with traditional haggis (meat or vegetarian), neeps and tatties, and other delights in the candle-lit Gallery of St. Helena's Brasswood Napa Valley. The event is for age 21 and older, and attendees are welcome (but not required) to wear kilts and other traditional attire.
DRAGON IN THE DROP-OFF LANE Kicks Off New Year at The Marsh
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2018
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 - December 27, 2018
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.
Ross Valley Players Presents DEATHTRAP
by BWW News Desk - December 26, 2018
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 - December 26, 2018
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.
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals For Berkeley Rep's PARADISE SQUARE: AN AMERICAN MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - December 26, 2018
In the video below go inside rehearsals for Paradise Square: An American Musical. The world premiere is helmed by acclaimed director Moises Kaufman, with choreography by the legendary Bill T. Jones and a book by Marcus Gardley, Craig Lucas, and Larry Kirwan. Music by Jason Howland and Larry Kirwan, with lyrics by Nathan Tysen, and based on the songs of Stephen Foster.
by BWW News Desk - December 26, 2018
In the video below go inside rehearsals for Paradise Square: An American Musical. The world premiere is helmed by acclaimed director Moises Kaufman, with choreography by the legendary Bill T. Jones and a book by Marcus Gardley, Craig Lucas, and Larry Kirwan. Music by Jason Howland and Larry Kirwan, with lyrics by Nathan Tysen, and based on the songs of Stephen Foster.
Photo Flash: Nancy Pelosi Visits DEAR EVAN HANSEN in San Francisco
by BWW News Desk - December 24, 2018
Speaker-designate Nancy Pelosi attended Dear Evan Hansen, at the Curran in San Francisco on Saturday, December 22. Following the performance, Leader Pelosi met with the cast.
by BWW News Desk - December 24, 2018
Speaker-designate Nancy Pelosi attended Dear Evan Hansen, at the Curran in San Francisco on Saturday, December 22. Following the performance, Leader Pelosi met with the cast.
Final Chance to Vote for the BWW San Francisco Awards!
by BWW Staff - December 24, 2018
It's the last week to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld San Francisco Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
by BWW Staff - December 24, 2018
It's the last week to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld San Francisco Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
California Shakespeare Theater Announces Directors For 2019 Season
by BWW News Desk - December 21, 2018
California Shakespeare Theater (Cal Shakes) today announced directors for the 2019 Season at the Bruns Amphitheater, including the Cal Shakes debuts of directors Megan Sandberg-Zakian (House of Joy) and Victor Malana Maog (Macbeth).
by BWW News Desk - December 21, 2018
California Shakespeare Theater (Cal Shakes) today announced directors for the 2019 Season at the Bruns Amphitheater, including the Cal Shakes debuts of directors Megan Sandberg-Zakian (House of Joy) and Victor Malana Maog (Macbeth).
2nd Annual Star-Studded Mammoth Film Festival Unveils Shorts & Episodics In First Round Of Official Selections
by A.A. Cristi - December 21, 2018
Announcing today the first round of Official Selections in Shorts and Episodics category for the upcoming 2nd Annual Mammoth Film Festival. Last year's inaugural festival drew headlines for being 'the biggest first year film festival ever organized' and this year's lineup and events aim to repeat and expand the momentum. The festival is expanding to 5 days and taking place February 7-11, 2019 in the town of Mammoth Lakes, CA. The festival's slate of World Premieres include feature films, short films, indie episodics, VR, and a wide variety of documentaries. Additional projects will be announced in the coming weeks, and MammothFF is excited to align itself with other great film festivals like HollyShorts and SeriesFest in year two of the festival.
by A.A. Cristi - December 21, 2018
Announcing today the first round of Official Selections in Shorts and Episodics category for the upcoming 2nd Annual Mammoth Film Festival. Last year's inaugural festival drew headlines for being 'the biggest first year film festival ever organized' and this year's lineup and events aim to repeat and expand the momentum. The festival is expanding to 5 days and taking place February 7-11, 2019 in the town of Mammoth Lakes, CA. The festival's slate of World Premieres include feature films, short films, indie episodics, VR, and a wide variety of documentaries. Additional projects will be announced in the coming weeks, and MammothFF is excited to align itself with other great film festivals like HollyShorts and SeriesFest in year two of the festival.
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals For Berkeley Rep's PARADISE SQUARE: AN AMERICAN MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - December 21, 2018
In the video below go inside rehearsals for Paradise Square: An American Musical. The world premiere is helmed by acclaimed director Moises Kaufman, with choreography by the legendary Bill T. Jones and a book by Marcus Gardley, Craig Lucas, and Larry Kirwan. Music by Jason Howland and Larry Kirwan, with lyrics by Nathan Tysen, and based on the songs of Stephen Foster.
by BWW News Desk - December 21, 2018
In the video below go inside rehearsals for Paradise Square: An American Musical. The world premiere is helmed by acclaimed director Moises Kaufman, with choreography by the legendary Bill T. Jones and a book by Marcus Gardley, Craig Lucas, and Larry Kirwan. Music by Jason Howland and Larry Kirwan, with lyrics by Nathan Tysen, and based on the songs of Stephen Foster.
The Lark Theater Presents 'VIVA ESPANA!
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2018
The historic Lark Theater in downtown Larkspur will present, as part of their exciting 2019 programming a brand new series titled VIVA ESPAÑA! Five films about Spain's most celebrated artists. Ticket prices are $15 general admission, $10 students. For more ticket details visit : http://larktheater.net/movie-category/special-events/painters-and-poets-on-screen/
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2018
The historic Lark Theater in downtown Larkspur will present, as part of their exciting 2019 programming a brand new series titled VIVA ESPAÑA! Five films about Spain's most celebrated artists. Ticket prices are $15 general admission, $10 students. For more ticket details visit : http://larktheater.net/movie-category/special-events/painters-and-poets-on-screen/
PCRT's MAMMA MIA! Opens Late January 2019!
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2018
Pacific Coast Repertory Theatre is proud to present the Tony nominated musical Mamma Mia! Music and Lyrics are by Benny Anderson and Bjorn Ulvaeus. Some songs are with Stig Anderson. The Book is by Catherine Johnson. The show was originally conceived by Judy Craymer.
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2018
Pacific Coast Repertory Theatre is proud to present the Tony nominated musical Mamma Mia! Music and Lyrics are by Benny Anderson and Bjorn Ulvaeus. Some songs are with Stig Anderson. The Book is by Catherine Johnson. The show was originally conceived by Judy Craymer.
A.C.T. Announces Cast of Mfoniso Udofia's HER PORTMANTEAU
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2018
American Conservatory Theater(A.C.T.) Artistic Director Pam MacKinnon announced today casting for Her Portmanteau, Mfoniso Udofia's taut and achingly poignant drama exploring the multigenerational bonds of a Nigerian family living in the United States.
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2018
American Conservatory Theater(A.C.T.) Artistic Director Pam MacKinnon announced today casting for Her Portmanteau, Mfoniso Udofia's taut and achingly poignant drama exploring the multigenerational bonds of a Nigerian family living in the United States.
BWW Review: A Pleasing TUCK EVERLASTING Charms at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
by Robert Sokol - December 20, 2018
In a production where the whole is certainly equal to the sum of its parts, Tuck Everlasting could emerge as a pleasing and long-lasting alternative to splashier or too familiar seasonal holiday fare.
by Robert Sokol - December 20, 2018
In a production where the whole is certainly equal to the sum of its parts, Tuck Everlasting could emerge as a pleasing and long-lasting alternative to splashier or too familiar seasonal holiday fare.
MARIE AND ROSETTA Announced At TheatreWorks This March
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2018
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley presents the West Coast premiere of the roof-raising musical play Marie and Rosetta.
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2018
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley presents the West Coast premiere of the roof-raising musical play Marie and Rosetta.
New Podcast by Eugene S. Robinson OZY CONFIDENTIAL Launches This January
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2018
OZY Media, the daily information source for important stories told nowhere else, today announced the launch of a new podcast, OZY CONFIDENTIAL, premiering January 14, 2019. Hosted by OZY Editor-at-Large Eugene S. Robinson, OZY CONFIDENTIAL offers raw, rant-o-riffic crosstalk from the edge, delving into the dark stuff often left unsaid. Robinson gets heavy, deep and real with everyone from a world renowned Nietzsche scholar who left behind a PhD for life as a crack whore, to Boston Irish Mafia's Kevin Weeks.
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2018
OZY Media, the daily information source for important stories told nowhere else, today announced the launch of a new podcast, OZY CONFIDENTIAL, premiering January 14, 2019. Hosted by OZY Editor-at-Large Eugene S. Robinson, OZY CONFIDENTIAL offers raw, rant-o-riffic crosstalk from the edge, delving into the dark stuff often left unsaid. Robinson gets heavy, deep and real with everyone from a world renowned Nietzsche scholar who left behind a PhD for life as a crack whore, to Boston Irish Mafia's Kevin Weeks.
Ragged Wing Celebrates 15th Anniversary With TIME SENSITIVE
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2018
In celebration of its 15th anniversary season next year, Ragged Wing Ensemble is pleased to present TIME SENSITIVE, with an updated script written and directed by the company's Artistic Director Amy Sass. Time Sensitive opens in preview on Friday, April 5, 2019, and runs through May 4. Opening night is scheduled for Saturday, April 6. Performances run Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., and Sundays at 5 p.m. Two Saturday matinees at 2 p.m. will take place on April 27 and May 4. Tickets are $25 - $45, and may be purchased online at raggedwing.org.
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2018
In celebration of its 15th anniversary season next year, Ragged Wing Ensemble is pleased to present TIME SENSITIVE, with an updated script written and directed by the company's Artistic Director Amy Sass. Time Sensitive opens in preview on Friday, April 5, 2019, and runs through May 4. Opening night is scheduled for Saturday, April 6. Performances run Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., and Sundays at 5 p.m. Two Saturday matinees at 2 p.m. will take place on April 27 and May 4. Tickets are $25 - $45, and may be purchased online at raggedwing.org.
Aerocade Music To Present An Artist Showcase Concert At The Center For New Music
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2018
Aerocade Music announces a showcase concert featuring Aerocade Artists and friends, to be held on January 5, 2019 at the Center for New Music in San Francisco.
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2018
Aerocade Music announces a showcase concert featuring Aerocade Artists and friends, to be held on January 5, 2019 at the Center for New Music in San Francisco.
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