Theatre Of Yugen Presents POWER PLAYS
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2018
Four satirical plays In celebration of May Mayhem: A Religious Dispute and Wrestling With a Mosquito directed by Yuriko Doi and Those Mushrooms and All Wrecked Up directed by Nick Ishimaru
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2018
Four satirical plays In celebration of May Mayhem: A Religious Dispute and Wrestling With a Mosquito directed by Yuriko Doi and Those Mushrooms and All Wrecked Up directed by Nick Ishimaru
VIDEO: WOMAN IN MIND at Town Hall Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2018
Town Hall Theatre presents Alan Ayckbourn's WOMAN IN MIND! A dark comedy, WOMAN IN MIND examines what happens when run-down housewife Susan dreams of a perfect family, and after a freak accident involving a rake, her dreams become a reality. WOMAN IN MIND opened on March 3rd and will continue to run through March 24th.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2018
Town Hall Theatre presents Alan Ayckbourn's WOMAN IN MIND! A dark comedy, WOMAN IN MIND examines what happens when run-down housewife Susan dreams of a perfect family, and after a freak accident involving a rake, her dreams become a reality. WOMAN IN MIND opened on March 3rd and will continue to run through March 24th.
![Marin Baroque Presents: MUSA Baroque Orchestram THE BIRTH OF THE [STRING] SYMPHONY](https://cloudimages.broadwayworld.com/columnpic10/200200D566AC04-9AF2-3D91-67BCA9CA662E2199.jpg)
Marin Baroque Presents: MUSA Baroque Orchestram THE BIRTH OF THE [STRING] SYMPHONY
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2018
MUSA is a chamber ensemble dedicated to historically informed performances of Baroque and Classical repertoire, as well as new music for period instruments. From trio sonatas to orchestral works, MUSA has presented programs on numerous concert series across the Bay Area.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2018
MUSA is a chamber ensemble dedicated to historically informed performances of Baroque and Classical repertoire, as well as new music for period instruments. From trio sonatas to orchestral works, MUSA has presented programs on numerous concert series across the Bay Area.
Bay Area Children's Theatre 15th Anniversary Season Explores Magical Realms
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2018
Children can travel to magical realms as Bay Area Children's Theatre (BACT) unfurls its 15th Anniversary Season, beginning in June.
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2018
Children can travel to magical realms as Bay Area Children's Theatre (BACT) unfurls its 15th Anniversary Season, beginning in June.
Montalvo Explores LIFE BEYOND EARTH
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2018
The Sally & Don Lucas Artists Program at Montalvo Arts Center in partnership with the SETI Institute is proud to announce the 2018 SETI Artist-in-Residence, Felipe Perez Santiago at a lively evening of conversation and performance, presented as part of Montalvo's Open Access series. The evening event, entitled Life Beyond Earth will feature Santiago in conversation with SETI Institute President and CEO Bill Diamond; visual artist and SETI Institute Artist in Residence Program Director Charles Lindsay; Bernard M. Oliver Chair for SETI Research at the SETI Institute Jill Tarter; SETI Institute Artist in Residence and Lucas Artists Program Fellow, Jen Bervin; and Montalvo's Lucas Artists Program Curator Donna Conwell.
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2018
The Sally & Don Lucas Artists Program at Montalvo Arts Center in partnership with the SETI Institute is proud to announce the 2018 SETI Artist-in-Residence, Felipe Perez Santiago at a lively evening of conversation and performance, presented as part of Montalvo's Open Access series. The evening event, entitled Life Beyond Earth will feature Santiago in conversation with SETI Institute President and CEO Bill Diamond; visual artist and SETI Institute Artist in Residence Program Director Charles Lindsay; Bernard M. Oliver Chair for SETI Research at the SETI Institute Jill Tarter; SETI Institute Artist in Residence and Lucas Artists Program Fellow, Jen Bervin; and Montalvo's Lucas Artists Program Curator Donna Conwell.
Cal Shakes Announces Lead Artists For 2018 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2018
California Shakespeare Theater (Cal Shakes) today announced key artists for its 2018 Season at the Bruns Amphitheater, including the Cal Shakes directorial debuts of KJ Sanchez (Quixote Nuevo) and Nataki Garrett (Everybody).
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2018
California Shakespeare Theater (Cal Shakes) today announced key artists for its 2018 Season at the Bruns Amphitheater, including the Cal Shakes directorial debuts of KJ Sanchez (Quixote Nuevo) and Nataki Garrett (Everybody).
Korea's Ambiguous Dance to Make San Francisco Debut
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2018
Though people may not always know it, there is a personal rhythm inside of everyone. Ambiguous Dance aims to bring out this inner ambition through their evening length work Rhythm of Human.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2018
Though people may not always know it, there is a personal rhythm inside of everyone. Ambiguous Dance aims to bring out this inner ambition through their evening length work Rhythm of Human.
CIRQUANTIQUE Make US Debut At San Francisco Festival
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2018
San Francisco International Arts Festival (SFIAF) is proud to present the U.S. debut of Cirquantique an all women Canadian nouveau-cirque ensemble with the US premiere of Bang Bang! A thrilling fusion of Burlesque inspired, acrobatic acts!
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2018
San Francisco International Arts Festival (SFIAF) is proud to present the U.S. debut of Cirquantique an all women Canadian nouveau-cirque ensemble with the US premiere of Bang Bang! A thrilling fusion of Burlesque inspired, acrobatic acts!
Contra Costa Civic Theatre (CCCT) Presents VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2018
Contra Costa Civic Theatre (CCCT) continues its 58th season with Christopher Durang's comic mash-up of the plays of Anton Chekhov, Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, directed by Diana Trotter in her CCCT debut. Winner of the Tony, Drama Desk, and New York Drama Critics awards for Best Play, CCCT's production plays April 13 through May 6.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2018
Contra Costa Civic Theatre (CCCT) continues its 58th season with Christopher Durang's comic mash-up of the plays of Anton Chekhov, Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, directed by Diana Trotter in her CCCT debut. Winner of the Tony, Drama Desk, and New York Drama Critics awards for Best Play, CCCT's production plays April 13 through May 6.
BWW Review: LOVE NEVER DIES at Broadway San Jose but Lloyd Webber lays it to rest in PHANTOM sequel
by Robert Sokol - March 19, 2018
LOVE NEVER DIES is an unnecessary sequel to the megahit PHANTOM that wisely skips Broadway and hits the national tour road for ALW fans. The ladies of this evening rule even though the guys are (supposed to be) in charge of the action in this passable evening of musical theatre.
by Robert Sokol - March 19, 2018
LOVE NEVER DIES is an unnecessary sequel to the megahit PHANTOM that wisely skips Broadway and hits the national tour road for ALW fans. The ladies of this evening rule even though the guys are (supposed to be) in charge of the action in this passable evening of musical theatre.
What to See in San Francisco Theater: Week of March 19, 2018 to March 26, 2018
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2018
Read below for BroadwayWorld's listings of shows in San Francisco from Monday, March 19, 2018 to Monday, March 26, 2018 including local shows, regional productions and tours. Looking for a fun, inspiring or moving night at the theatre? Click on a show below for tickets, show information, articles, videos, photos & more... Want to browse all shows in San Francisco?
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2018
Read below for BroadwayWorld's listings of shows in San Francisco from Monday, March 19, 2018 to Monday, March 26, 2018 including local shows, regional productions and tours. Looking for a fun, inspiring or moving night at the theatre? Click on a show below for tickets, show information, articles, videos, photos & more... Want to browse all shows in San Francisco?
Pacific Coast Repertory Theatre Presents ROCK OF AGES at the Firehouse Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2018
Pacific Coast Repertory Theatre presents the Tony nominated musical Rock of Ages by Chris D'Arienzo.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2018
Pacific Coast Repertory Theatre presents the Tony nominated musical Rock of Ages by Chris D'Arienzo.
TheatreWorks Goes Kryptonic With ONE SUPER PARTY, 5/5
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2018
This May, TheatreWorks Silicon Valley is signaling all superheroes and rallying supervillains to take a one-night trip to Gothamopolis in TheatreWorks' annual spring party, One SUPER Party. For this lighthearted event, TheatreWorks' rehearsal space will transform into the city every comic book needs, Gothamopolis, offering the finest treats of the city, an opportunity to bid for treasures at the unequaled boutiques, and grab once-in-a-lifetime adventures at the auction house.
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2018
This May, TheatreWorks Silicon Valley is signaling all superheroes and rallying supervillains to take a one-night trip to Gothamopolis in TheatreWorks' annual spring party, One SUPER Party. For this lighthearted event, TheatreWorks' rehearsal space will transform into the city every comic book needs, Gothamopolis, offering the finest treats of the city, an opportunity to bid for treasures at the unequaled boutiques, and grab once-in-a-lifetime adventures at the auction house.
Photo Flash: First Look at THE BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2018
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley presents the Tony Award-winning musical The Bridges of Madison County, based on the 1992 bestselling novel by Robert James Waller about love both lost and found. Set amidst the cornfields of Iowa in 1965, this passionate musical follows the unexpected affair of a devoted Italian-born housewife and a roving National Geographic photographer set over four sensual, heart-stirring days. Brilliantly adapted by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning playwright Marsha Norman ('night Mother, The Secret Garden, The Color Purple) with music and lyrics by Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown (Parade), it captured the 2014 Tony Award for Best Musical Score. The Bridges of Madison County, directed by TheatreWorks Artistic Director and founder Robert Kelley will be presented April 4 - 29, 2018 (opening night: April 7) at the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., Mountain View. For tickets ($40-$100) and more information the public may visit TheatreWorks.org or call (650) 463-1960.
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2018
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley presents the Tony Award-winning musical The Bridges of Madison County, based on the 1992 bestselling novel by Robert James Waller about love both lost and found. Set amidst the cornfields of Iowa in 1965, this passionate musical follows the unexpected affair of a devoted Italian-born housewife and a roving National Geographic photographer set over four sensual, heart-stirring days. Brilliantly adapted by Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning playwright Marsha Norman ('night Mother, The Secret Garden, The Color Purple) with music and lyrics by Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown (Parade), it captured the 2014 Tony Award for Best Musical Score. The Bridges of Madison County, directed by TheatreWorks Artistic Director and founder Robert Kelley will be presented April 4 - 29, 2018 (opening night: April 7) at the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., Mountain View. For tickets ($40-$100) and more information the public may visit TheatreWorks.org or call (650) 463-1960.
Custom Made Theatre Announces 2018-2019 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2018
'We are beyond excited to announce our 20th anniversary season, and our fourth at 533 Sutter Street,' beams Brian Katz, Artistic Director of Custom Made Theatre Company.
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2018
'We are beyond excited to announce our 20th anniversary season, and our fourth at 533 Sutter Street,' beams Brian Katz, Artistic Director of Custom Made Theatre Company.
The Marsh Extends DURST CASE SCENARIO
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2018
From the latest 4am White House Tweet to the results of the newest round of musical chairs in the Oval Office to what fresh ludicrosity Sarah Huckabee Sanders is being forced to defend, Will Durst's Durst Case Scenario has been extended at The Marsh San Francisco due to popular demand with performances now through the end of May.
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2018
From the latest 4am White House Tweet to the results of the newest round of musical chairs in the Oval Office to what fresh ludicrosity Sarah Huckabee Sanders is being forced to defend, Will Durst's Durst Case Scenario has been extended at The Marsh San Francisco due to popular demand with performances now through the end of May.
Tony Award-winner And TV Star Annaleigh Ashford Comes to BAC
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2018
Presented in the historic Venetian Room of San Francisco's Fairmont Hotel San Francisco, CA (March, 2018) Bay Area Cabaret's 2017-2018 Season Finale brings a return engagement by Tony Award-winning Broadway and television star Annaleigh Ashford on Sunday, April 29 at 7:30 p.m. in San Francisco's historic Venetian Room. Singing an eclectic mix of Sondheim, Alanis Morissette, Kurt Weil and Donna Summer, Ms. Ashford will perform an updated version of her original cabaret piece Lost in the Stars, showcasing her clever sense of humor and emotional depth, and demonstrating the infinite possibilities of the cabaret genre. Annaleigh Ashford replaces the Bay Area Cabaret return engagement of London's Puppini Sisters, originally scheduled on April 29.*
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2018
Presented in the historic Venetian Room of San Francisco's Fairmont Hotel San Francisco, CA (March, 2018) Bay Area Cabaret's 2017-2018 Season Finale brings a return engagement by Tony Award-winning Broadway and television star Annaleigh Ashford on Sunday, April 29 at 7:30 p.m. in San Francisco's historic Venetian Room. Singing an eclectic mix of Sondheim, Alanis Morissette, Kurt Weil and Donna Summer, Ms. Ashford will perform an updated version of her original cabaret piece Lost in the Stars, showcasing her clever sense of humor and emotional depth, and demonstrating the infinite possibilities of the cabaret genre. Annaleigh Ashford replaces the Bay Area Cabaret return engagement of London's Puppini Sisters, originally scheduled on April 29.*
Pear Theatre Presents OH, COWARD!
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2018
Pear Theatre's 16th season concludes with a rare foray into musical theatre, Noel Coward's OH, COWARD! OH, COWARD! is a musical review in two acts, featuring three performers accompanied on piano.
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2018
Pear Theatre's 16th season concludes with a rare foray into musical theatre, Noel Coward's OH, COWARD! OH, COWARD! is a musical review in two acts, featuring three performers accompanied on piano.
Luther Burbank Center For The Arts Welcomes 30 North Bay Pastry Artists To Participate In THE ART OF DESSERT
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2018
Today, Luther Burbank Center for the Arts (LBC) announced that 30 pastry artists from North Bay bakeries, restaurants and catering companies will participate in the annual benefit, The Art of Dessert, on Saturday, April 7, 2018 in the Center's Lytton Rancheria Grand Lobby (50 Mark West Springs Road in Santa Rosa). The Art of Dessert-now in its 15th year-features one-of-a-kind confections created by the North Bay's most esteemed pastry artists. The desserts are judged by a panel of local celebrities, and will double as artistic table centerpieces and the delectable final course. The Art of Dessert raises vital funds for the Luther Burbank Memorial Foundation, which allows LBC to engage Sonoma County residents in the power of the arts, from world class performances to nationally recognized education programs that change the lives of 40,000 children annually. Since its inception, The Art of Dessert has raised $3.2 million and helped the Luther Burbank Center for the Arts provide the enrichment of arts to more than 400,000 children.
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2018
Today, Luther Burbank Center for the Arts (LBC) announced that 30 pastry artists from North Bay bakeries, restaurants and catering companies will participate in the annual benefit, The Art of Dessert, on Saturday, April 7, 2018 in the Center's Lytton Rancheria Grand Lobby (50 Mark West Springs Road in Santa Rosa). The Art of Dessert-now in its 15th year-features one-of-a-kind confections created by the North Bay's most esteemed pastry artists. The desserts are judged by a panel of local celebrities, and will double as artistic table centerpieces and the delectable final course. The Art of Dessert raises vital funds for the Luther Burbank Memorial Foundation, which allows LBC to engage Sonoma County residents in the power of the arts, from world class performances to nationally recognized education programs that change the lives of 40,000 children annually. Since its inception, The Art of Dessert has raised $3.2 million and helped the Luther Burbank Center for the Arts provide the enrichment of arts to more than 400,000 children.
Ross Valley Players Presents JUST MY TYPE - THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2018
A new play, Just My TYPE - The Musical, about the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Assessment, explores how the four pairs of personality traits affect one's loves and life. Four couples are chosen to illustrate what happens when opposites mate. The script is based on Type Talk (1988) and 16 Ways to Love Your Lover (1994) by Otto Krueger and Janet Thuesen.
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2018
A new play, Just My TYPE - The Musical, about the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Assessment, explores how the four pairs of personality traits affect one's loves and life. Four couples are chosen to illustrate what happens when opposites mate. The script is based on Type Talk (1988) and 16 Ways to Love Your Lover (1994) by Otto Krueger and Janet Thuesen.
NCTC Presents Drama Desk Award Winning HOWARD CRABTREE'S WHEN PIGS FLY
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2018
In May, New Conservatory Theatre Center presents the musical extravaganza Howard Crabtree's When Pigs Fly. Told in high school he'd be big in show biz only 'when pigs fly,' Howard follows his heart anyway and creates the musical revue of his dreams. What they didn't know was he has a special talent to transform the most mundane objects - from shower curtains to garden hoses - into a showstopping costume spectacle. You can't help but pig out on this gleefully subversive over-the-top musical.
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2018
In May, New Conservatory Theatre Center presents the musical extravaganza Howard Crabtree's When Pigs Fly. Told in high school he'd be big in show biz only 'when pigs fly,' Howard follows his heart anyway and creates the musical revue of his dreams. What they didn't know was he has a special talent to transform the most mundane objects - from shower curtains to garden hoses - into a showstopping costume spectacle. You can't help but pig out on this gleefully subversive over-the-top musical.
Los Altos Stage Company Brings Heartfelt Family Comedy to the Stage with DISTRACTED
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2018
After the tremendously successful run of the chilling and timely 1984, Los Altos Stage Company lightens the mood with a production of Lisa Loomer's smart and empathetic comedy, Distracted.
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2018
After the tremendously successful run of the chilling and timely 1984, Los Altos Stage Company lightens the mood with a production of Lisa Loomer's smart and empathetic comedy, Distracted.
Nijinsky Tours to San Francisco; Principal Casting Annouced
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2018
Karen Kain, Artistic Director of The National Ballet of Canada, today announced the principal casting for the upcoming tour of John Neumeier's Nijinsky to San Francisco's War Memorial Opera House, April 3 – 8, 2018. Part of San Francisco Ballet's 2017/18 season, this will be the company's return to the Bay Area for the first time in 10 years. The National Ballet's appearance is part of a unique reciprocal agreement between the two companies and San Francisco Ballet will tour to Toronto to perform in an upcoming season.
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2018
Karen Kain, Artistic Director of The National Ballet of Canada, today announced the principal casting for the upcoming tour of John Neumeier's Nijinsky to San Francisco's War Memorial Opera House, April 3 – 8, 2018. Part of San Francisco Ballet's 2017/18 season, this will be the company's return to the Bay Area for the first time in 10 years. The National Ballet's appearance is part of a unique reciprocal agreement between the two companies and San Francisco Ballet will tour to Toronto to perform in an upcoming season.
Berkeley Playhouse Presents East Bay Premiere of Updated Family Musical Roald Dahl's JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2018
Berkeley Playhouse continues their tenth anniversary season of professional theater for family audiences with the East Bay premiere of the newly enhanced theatrical telling of Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach, featuring new songs from the Oscar® and Tony Award-winning team of Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (Broadway: Dear Evan Hansen, Film: The Greatest Showman, La La Land), and book by award-winning playwright Timothy Allen McDonald (Jim Henson's Emmet Otter, Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka, The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley).
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2018
Berkeley Playhouse continues their tenth anniversary season of professional theater for family audiences with the East Bay premiere of the newly enhanced theatrical telling of Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach, featuring new songs from the Oscar® and Tony Award-winning team of Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (Broadway: Dear Evan Hansen, Film: The Greatest Showman, La La Land), and book by award-winning playwright Timothy Allen McDonald (Jim Henson's Emmet Otter, Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka, The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley).
Principal Casting and Director Announced for INSIDE OUT & BACK AGAIN At Bay Area Children's Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2018
Inside Out & Back Again brings to the stage the New York Times bestselling book of the same name by award-winning author Thanhha Lai-the story of 10-year-old Ha, who flees war-ravaged Saigon with her mother and brothers and must start a new life as a refugee in Alabama.
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2018
Inside Out & Back Again brings to the stage the New York Times bestselling book of the same name by award-winning author Thanhha Lai-the story of 10-year-old Ha, who flees war-ravaged Saigon with her mother and brothers and must start a new life as a refugee in Alabama.
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What the Constitution Means to Me
Hillbarn Theatre (1/22 - 2/8) | |
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“E4TT/RMF New Music Piano Summit”
Berkeley Piano Club, 2724 Haste Street (3/1 - 3/1) | |
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An Evening with a Mentalist: Jay Alexander's Mind Tricks Live
San Francisco Magic Theater (w/Jay Alexander) at the Marrakech (1/9 - 1/11) | |
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San Francisco Boys Chorus Gala and Auction Evening, Saturday, February 28 at the St. Regis Hotel
The St. Regis San Francisco (2/28 - 2/28) | |
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Into the Woods
San Francisco Playhouse (11/20 - 1/17) | |
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STARLIGHT
Circus Bella (12/12 - 1/4) | |
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Back to the Future: The Musical
San Jose Center for the Performing Arts (6/2 - 6/7) | |
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