ODC/Dance Presents The World Premiere Of WORLD'S ON FIRE By Kate Weare & Brenda Way
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2018
ODC/Dance, San Francisco's internationally acclaimed contemporary dance company, is pleased to present the world premiere of World's on Fire, an evening-length work that tackles issues of kinship, belief, suffering, love, and the will to survive. Performances run March 7-10, 2019 at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts.
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2018
ODC/Dance, San Francisco's internationally acclaimed contemporary dance company, is pleased to present the world premiere of World's on Fire, an evening-length work that tackles issues of kinship, belief, suffering, love, and the will to survive. Performances run March 7-10, 2019 at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts.
ODC Theater Announces 2019 Season
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2018
ODC Theater, part of the most active center for contemporary dance on the West Coast, has announced its 2019 Season, a program demonstrating the organization's commitment to fostering new performance and to introducing the work of esteemed artists from across the globe to new audiences.
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2018
ODC Theater, part of the most active center for contemporary dance on the West Coast, has announced its 2019 Season, a program demonstrating the organization's commitment to fostering new performance and to introducing the work of esteemed artists from across the globe to new audiences.
A.C.T. Rings In The New Year With Edward Albee's SEASCAPE
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2018
American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) rings in 2019 with Edward Albee's Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Seascape. In her A.C.T. directorial debut, Artistic Director and Tony Award winner Pam MacKinnon-hailed as "the most prolific of directors of Edward Albee's plays" (The Daily Beast)-continues her career-long exploration of American theater's legendary playwright. MacKinnon won the 2013 Tony Award for the Broadway revival of Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, starring Tracy Letts and Amy Morton.
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2018
American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) rings in 2019 with Edward Albee's Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Seascape. In her A.C.T. directorial debut, Artistic Director and Tony Award winner Pam MacKinnon-hailed as "the most prolific of directors of Edward Albee's plays" (The Daily Beast)-continues her career-long exploration of American theater's legendary playwright. MacKinnon won the 2013 Tony Award for the Broadway revival of Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, starring Tracy Letts and Amy Morton.
BWW Review: Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA is Magical at Broadway San Jose
by Linda Hodges - December 04, 2018
Broadway San Jose welcomed the touring company of Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella, which made a short stop at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, bringing with it the magical music of Rodgers and Hammerstein.
by Linda Hodges - December 04, 2018
Broadway San Jose welcomed the touring company of Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella, which made a short stop at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, bringing with it the magical music of Rodgers and Hammerstein.
BWW Review: THE WICKHAMS: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY at Marin Theatre Company is wonderful alternative holiday fare
by Steve Murray - December 04, 2018
Laura Gunderson and Margot Melcon return to Jane Austen for a look at Christmas life 'downstairs' at the Pemberley estate.
by Steve Murray - December 04, 2018
Laura Gunderson and Margot Melcon return to Jane Austen for a look at Christmas life 'downstairs' at the Pemberley estate.
San Francisco Chamber Orchestra Rings in the New Year With Beethoven's Triple Concerto in C Major
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2018
The San Francisco Chamber Orchestra will ring in the New Year with Beethoven's Triple Concerto in C Major for Piano, Violin, Cello and Orchestra, Opus 56. This unusual concerto written in 1804 was a time of unbelievable creativity for Beethoven. During this period, he was composing Symphony No. 3, began the Waldstein Sonata, and made sketches for the Appassionata Sonata and for his opera Leonore (later renamed Fidelio). Beethoven composed his Triple Concerto for his pupil and patron, the Archduke Rudolph of Austria, who was a pianist and amateur composer.
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2018
The San Francisco Chamber Orchestra will ring in the New Year with Beethoven's Triple Concerto in C Major for Piano, Violin, Cello and Orchestra, Opus 56. This unusual concerto written in 1804 was a time of unbelievable creativity for Beethoven. During this period, he was composing Symphony No. 3, began the Waldstein Sonata, and made sketches for the Appassionata Sonata and for his opera Leonore (later renamed Fidelio). Beethoven composed his Triple Concerto for his pupil and patron, the Archduke Rudolph of Austria, who was a pianist and amateur composer.
Bread & Butter Theatre Company Presents Rajiv Joseph's THE NORTH POOL
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2018
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 - December 04, 2018
Bread & Butter Theatre opens their 2019 season with a sharp, tightly-woven drama by a thrilling American playwright-The North Pool by Rajiv Joseph.
American Conservatory Theater Raises $900,000 At Its Fall Celebration
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
With the help of celebrated guest artists-including Oscar, Tony, and Emmy Award winner Ellen Burstyn, Tony Award winner BD Wong, and Emmy, Tony, and Golden Globe Award winner Judd Hirsch-American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) raised $900,000 at its Fall Celebration welcoming new Artistic Director Pam MacKinnon and new Executive Director Jennifer Bielstein. Proceeds from the event, which took place on Thursday, November 15 at Ken Fulk's brand-new multi-disciplinary arts space Saint Joseph's Arts Society, support A.C.T.'s diverse and far-reaching artistic, artist training, and education and community programs serving 250,000 Bay Area residents each year.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
With the help of celebrated guest artists-including Oscar, Tony, and Emmy Award winner Ellen Burstyn, Tony Award winner BD Wong, and Emmy, Tony, and Golden Globe Award winner Judd Hirsch-American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) raised $900,000 at its Fall Celebration welcoming new Artistic Director Pam MacKinnon and new Executive Director Jennifer Bielstein. Proceeds from the event, which took place on Thursday, November 15 at Ken Fulk's brand-new multi-disciplinary arts space Saint Joseph's Arts Society, support A.C.T.'s diverse and far-reaching artistic, artist training, and education and community programs serving 250,000 Bay Area residents each year.
The Triumphant Return of "I, Nomi"
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
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 - December 03, 2018
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
Vote For The 2018 BWW San Francisco Awards; FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - December 03, 2018
There's just one month left 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 03, 2018
There's just one month left 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.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN Announces $25 Digital Lottery in San Francisco
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
Dear Evan Hansen comes to San Francisco's Curran theater December 5-30, 2018 following a record-breaking run in Los Angeles. In advance of the start of performances, the production announced today that it will host a digital ticket lottery offering fans the chance to purchase a limited number of $25 tickets available per performance.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
Dear Evan Hansen comes to San Francisco's Curran theater December 5-30, 2018 following a record-breaking run in Los Angeles. In advance of the start of performances, the production announced today that it will host a digital ticket lottery offering fans the chance to purchase a limited number of $25 tickets available per performance.
Rita Moreno Opens Live At The Orinda 2019 Season
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
Live At the Orinda concert series, currently in its debut season of presenting world-renowned musical artists at the beautiful art-deco Orinda Theatre, announces the first half of their 2019 Season. This will also mark their One Year Anniversary Season. The season kicks off on Saturday, January 19, 2019 with legendary actor/singer Rita Moreno in her first Bay Area concert in many years, followed by a matinee performance on Sunday, January 20, 2019. The opening weekend performances will also serve as a fundraiser for the historic Orinda Movie Theatre to purchase permanent concert lighting for the venue to enhance the live music experience even further.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
Live At the Orinda concert series, currently in its debut season of presenting world-renowned musical artists at the beautiful art-deco Orinda Theatre, announces the first half of their 2019 Season. This will also mark their One Year Anniversary Season. The season kicks off on Saturday, January 19, 2019 with legendary actor/singer Rita Moreno in her first Bay Area concert in many years, followed by a matinee performance on Sunday, January 20, 2019. The opening weekend performances will also serve as a fundraiser for the historic Orinda Movie Theatre to purchase permanent concert lighting for the venue to enhance the live music experience even further.
WHEN WE WERE YOUNG AND UNAFRAID Starring Stacy Ross Comes to Custom Made Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2018
Custom Made Theatre Co. presents the Bay Area Premiere of Sarah Treem's When We Were Young and Unafraid, which runs January 17 through February 9 at Custom Made Theatre, 533 Sutter St. in San Francisco, one block north of Union Square.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2018
Custom Made Theatre Co. presents the Bay Area Premiere of Sarah Treem's When We Were Young and Unafraid, which runs January 17 through February 9 at Custom Made Theatre, 533 Sutter St. in San Francisco, one block north of Union Square.
Cutting Ball Theater Presents THE TENDERLOIN TOUR
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2018
Next up in the company's 20th Season, Cutting Ball Theater is reprising its original docu-play about its neighborhood for a community tour, The Tenderloin Tour: Prime Cuts from the 2012 Hit in January 2019.
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2018
Next up in the company's 20th Season, Cutting Ball Theater is reprising its original docu-play about its neighborhood for a community tour, The Tenderloin Tour: Prime Cuts from the 2012 Hit in January 2019.
WHY WOULD I MISPRONOUNCE MY OWN NAME? Extends at the Marsh
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2018
The Marsh San Francisco announces the extension of Why Would I Mispronounce My Own Name?, Irma Herrera's hit solo show weaving history and comedic insights into stories about names, shedding light and throwing shade on societal prejudices and assumptions.
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2018
The Marsh San Francisco announces the extension of Why Would I Mispronounce My Own Name?, Irma Herrera's hit solo show weaving history and comedic insights into stories about names, shedding light and throwing shade on societal prejudices and assumptions.
BWW Review: Cirque Du Soleil's VOLTA is Athletic But Not Particularly Moving
by Robert Sokol - November 30, 2018
Volta, the latest Cirque du Soleil tour never stints on athleticism but leaves your breath mostly untaken and your heartstrings unplucked.
by Robert Sokol - November 30, 2018
Volta, the latest Cirque du Soleil tour never stints on athleticism but leaves your breath mostly untaken and your heartstrings unplucked.
Shawn Ryan Returns Home to Bay Area on National Tour to Support New Album
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2018
One of today's greatest Entertainers hits the road in support of this 3rd Album, "Shawn Ryan Live!". A not to be missed! The outrageously eccentric "Other Queen of Cabaret", Shawn Ryan will give U.S. audiences a pure holiday entertainment treat in Oakland on November 30th at The Sound Room and in Guerneville on December 9th at the Main Street Station.
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2018
One of today's greatest Entertainers hits the road in support of this 3rd Album, "Shawn Ryan Live!". A not to be missed! The outrageously eccentric "Other Queen of Cabaret", Shawn Ryan will give U.S. audiences a pure holiday entertainment treat in Oakland on November 30th at The Sound Room and in Guerneville on December 9th at the Main Street Station.
Transcendence Theatre Company Welcomes The Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2018
A show-stopping, holiday musical celebration presented at the Luther Burbank Center for the Performing Arts, Santa Rosa, Calif.
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2018
A show-stopping, holiday musical celebration presented at the Luther Burbank Center for the Performing Arts, Santa Rosa, Calif.
Ninjaz Of Drama Present Oscar Wilde Comedy THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2018
Breaking from their tradition of producing Shakespeare, the Ninjas of Drama "Go Wilde" with their "1960's London Mod" take on the ever-popular Oscar Wilde comedy, The Importance of Being Earnest, running November 30-December 16 at the Phoenix Theatre, 414 Mason Street, Suite 601. In San Francisco 94102. The Phoenix Theatre is Located in the historic Theatre District next to Union Square and close to the Powell St BART Station and SF Muni.
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2018
Breaking from their tradition of producing Shakespeare, the Ninjas of Drama "Go Wilde" with their "1960's London Mod" take on the ever-popular Oscar Wilde comedy, The Importance of Being Earnest, running November 30-December 16 at the Phoenix Theatre, 414 Mason Street, Suite 601. In San Francisco 94102. The Phoenix Theatre is Located in the historic Theatre District next to Union Square and close to the Powell St BART Station and SF Muni.
New Conservatory Theatre Center Presents Beautiful And Brutal Drama, LATE COMPANY
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2018
In January, New Conservatory Theatre Center presents Late Company, written by "the hottest name in Canadian theatre" (The Montreal Gazette), Jordan Tannahill and directed by fearless local sensation, Evren Odcikin. This gripping, fast-paced drama centers around a family grappling to find meaning and redemption after the suicide of their son, who was frequently bullied about his sexuality. In keeping with NCTC's foundation of anti-bullying activism and prevention, Late Company is proud to partner with No Bully, Queer Life Space, and San Francisco Suicide Prevention to increase awareness of the effects of cyberbullying on LGBT youth.
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2018
In January, New Conservatory Theatre Center presents Late Company, written by "the hottest name in Canadian theatre" (The Montreal Gazette), Jordan Tannahill and directed by fearless local sensation, Evren Odcikin. This gripping, fast-paced drama centers around a family grappling to find meaning and redemption after the suicide of their son, who was frequently bullied about his sexuality. In keeping with NCTC's foundation of anti-bullying activism and prevention, Late Company is proud to partner with No Bully, Queer Life Space, and San Francisco Suicide Prevention to increase awareness of the effects of cyberbullying on LGBT youth.
Photo Flash: San Francisco's 42nd Street Moon Sails Away With DAMES AT SEA
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2018
San Francisco's 42nd Street Moon (Daren A.C. Carollo and Daniel Thomas, Co-Executive Directors) presents 2018 Holiday production, the hilarious 1930s pastiche musical DAMES AT SEA.
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2018
San Francisco's 42nd Street Moon (Daren A.C. Carollo and Daniel Thomas, Co-Executive Directors) presents 2018 Holiday production, the hilarious 1930s pastiche musical DAMES AT SEA.
VIDEO: San Francisco's 42nd Street Moon Presents DAMES AT SEA
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2018
San Francisco's 42nd Street Moon (Daren A.C. Carollo and Daniel Thomas, Co-Executive Directors) presents 2018 Holiday production, the hilarious 1930s pastiche musical DAMES AT SEA. DAMES AT SEA features a book and lyrics by George Haimsohn and Robin Miller, and music by Jim Wise. 42nd Street Moon's production runs from November 28 - December 16, 2018 and will perform at San Francisco's Gateway Theatre (formerly the Eureka Theatre). The press opening will take place on Saturday, December 1 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 - November 29, 2018
San Francisco's 42nd Street Moon (Daren A.C. Carollo and Daniel Thomas, Co-Executive Directors) presents 2018 Holiday production, the hilarious 1930s pastiche musical DAMES AT SEA. DAMES AT SEA features a book and lyrics by George Haimsohn and Robin Miller, and music by Jim Wise. 42nd Street Moon's production runs from November 28 - December 16, 2018 and will perform at San Francisco's Gateway Theatre (formerly the Eureka Theatre). The press opening will take place on Saturday, December 1 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.
Audra McDonald Joins Broadway Concert Series At Herbst Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2018
Producer Mark Cortale will present historic six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald with Sirius XM Radio star Seth Rudetsky as music director and host, on Sunday, Jan. 20th for Broadway @ The Herbst, direct from their critically acclaimed performance at Town Hall in New York City. The unique format of this show that differentiates it from any other is a seamless mix of intimate behind-the-scenes stories prompted by Rudetsky's insightful, funny and revealing questions - and the music from McDonald's legendary career. The Broadway @ The Herbst series will be raising funds this season for San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus, Project Open Hand and Sandy Hook Promise.
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2018
Producer Mark Cortale will present historic six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald with Sirius XM Radio star Seth Rudetsky as music director and host, on Sunday, Jan. 20th for Broadway @ The Herbst, direct from their critically acclaimed performance at Town Hall in New York City. The unique format of this show that differentiates it from any other is a seamless mix of intimate behind-the-scenes stories prompted by Rudetsky's insightful, funny and revealing questions - and the music from McDonald's legendary career. The Broadway @ The Herbst series will be raising funds this season for San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus, Project Open Hand and Sandy Hook Promise.
LASC Presents INTO THE WOODS
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2018
Los Altos Stage Company welcomes the holiday season with the beloved musical Into the Woods. Into the Woods runs November 29 through December 23.
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2018
Los Altos Stage Company welcomes the holiday season with the beloved musical Into the Woods. Into the Woods runs November 29 through December 23.
Photo Flash: TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Presents TUCK EVERLASTING
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2018
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley brings an enchanted bestseller to life for the holidays with the regional premiere of Tuck Everlasting. Set in the 1890s, free-spirited Winnie Foster searches for adventure, finding the Tucks, a close-knit family that has discovered the secret to everlasting life. Winnie faces the choice of a lifetime: return to everyday life, or join the Tucks on their infinite, irreversible voyage through time. Directed by TheatreWorks Founding Artistic Director Robert Kelley, Tuck Everlasting will be presented November 28 - December 30 (press opening: December 1) at Lucie Stern Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Rd., Palo Alto. For tickets ($40-$100) and more information the public may visit TheatreWorks.org or call (650) 463-1960.
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2018
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley brings an enchanted bestseller to life for the holidays with the regional premiere of Tuck Everlasting. Set in the 1890s, free-spirited Winnie Foster searches for adventure, finding the Tucks, a close-knit family that has discovered the secret to everlasting life. Winnie faces the choice of a lifetime: return to everyday life, or join the Tucks on their infinite, irreversible voyage through time. Directed by TheatreWorks Founding Artistic Director Robert Kelley, Tuck Everlasting will be presented November 28 - December 30 (press opening: December 1) at Lucie Stern Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Rd., Palo Alto. For tickets ($40-$100) and more information the public may visit TheatreWorks.org or call (650) 463-1960.
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“E4TT/RMF New Music Piano Summit”
Berkeley Piano Club, 2724 Haste Street (3/1 - 3/1) | |
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Dial M for Murder
City Lights Theater Company (3/12 - 4/12) | |
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TheatreWorks Silicon Valley presents “Hershey Felder: The Piano and Me”
Mountain View Center for The Performing Arts (1/17 - 2/8) | |
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“Women Crossing/Liminality”
Cha Chi Ming Recital Hall, Bowes Center, San Francisco Conservatory of Music, 200 Van Ness Avenue (4/17 - 4/17) | |
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Live At the Orinda 2025-2026 Concert Season
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The 2026 New Years Eve Stand-Up Comedy Countdown Live at Broadway Studios!
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An Evening with a Mentalist: Jay Alexander's Mind Tricks Live
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