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Shawna Lucey To Direct All-New BLUEBEARD'S CASTLE For Opera San José
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
Opera San José will present an all-new production of Béla Bartók's chilling one-act opera Bluebeard's Castle directed by OSJ General Director/CEO Shawna Lucey.
MAMMA MIA! Returns To Orpheum Theatre In April 2025
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
The 25th Anniversary Tour of MAMMA MIA!, the ultimate feel-good show based on the songs of ABBA, will return to San Francisco's Orpheum Theatre for a limited two-week engagement beginning Wednesday, April 30.
San Francisco Ballet Announces 2025 Partnership with Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco and Annual Curtain Commission
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2024
San Francisco Ballet has revealed new details on its annual partnership with the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco (FAMSF).
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld San Francisco / Bay Area Awards; IN THE HEIGHTS at Cabrillo Stage Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld San Francisco / Bay Area Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
New Conservatory Theatre Center Announces the World Premiere FRANCIS GREY AND THE CASE OF HIS DEAD BOYFRIEND
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2024
New Conservatory Theatre Center has announced a special engagement in the new year. Coming February 2025, Francis Grey and the Case of His Dead Boyfriend.
Review: DEEP INSIDE TONIGHT! THE KINSEY SICKS 30TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR At New Conservatory Theatre Center
by Steve Murray - December 13, 2024
What did our critic think of DEEP INSIDE TONIGHT! THE KINSEY SICKS 30TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR at New Conservatory Theatre Center?
Review: A WHYNOT CHRISTMAS CAROL at American Conservatory Theatre
by Steve Murray - December 13, 2024
What did our critic think of A WHYNOT CHRISTMAS CAROL at American Conservatory Theatre?
Market Street Arts Unveils New Public Artwork on Market Street
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2024
Market Street Arts unveiled Heartfullness, a monumental new sculpture created by artist Katy Boynton. Learn more about the sculpture and find out how to see it for yourself!
Video: Preview SOME LIKE IT HOT Coming to in San Francisco In January
by Michael Major - December 12, 2024
Watch a preview video of SOME LIKE IT HOT! Set in Chicago when Prohibition has everyone thirsty for a little excitement, the musical tells the story of two musicians forced to flee the Windy City after witnessing a mob hit.
Theatreworks Silicon Valley Presents World Premiere Musical HAPPY PLEASANT VALLEY: A SENIOR SEX SCANDAL
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2024
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley will stage the World Premiere of Happy Pleasant Valley: A Senior Sex Scandal Murder Mystery Musical.
Interview: Andrew Lippa of LIPPA @ 60: A BIRTHDAY BENEFIT FOR THEATREWORKS at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
by Jim Munson - December 11, 2024
BroadwayWorld chats with composer Andrew Lippa about 'Lippa @ 60' his one-night-only gala concert to benefit TheatreWorks Silicon Valley on December 16th
Review: MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
by Steve Murray - December 11, 2024
Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberly might be my favorite secular Holiday offering – a shining jewel that follows the Bennet sisters of Jane Austin fame attempt at a cheery Xmas week mired by romantic foibles reminiscent of a good Shakespeare play. Award-winning playwright Lauren Gunderson developed this play, co-authoring the Christmas at Pemberley plays (Miss Bennet, The Wickhams, and Georgiana and Kitty) with Margot Melcon, former director of new play development at Marin Theatre Company. They have become beloved staples at TheatreWorks and this production shines through its stellar casting and excellent creative crew.
The Big Jangle and The Bell Brothers Team Up For a Fundraising Concert
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2024
The Big Jangle (A Live Tom Petty Experience) will team up with The Bell Brothers and Town Hall Theatre in a special fundraising event for Youth Homes. Learn more here!
THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY Returns to San Francisco in March
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2024
The internationally-acclaimed hit theater show The Simon & Garfunkel Story will return to the road in 2025 with a North American tour to nearly 60 U.S. cities, stopping at BroadwaySF’s Curran Theatre.
Dan Hoyle's TAKES ALL KINDS to Return to The Marsh This Winter
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2024
The Marsh San Francisco will bring back Dan Hoyle’s latest work, Takes All Kinds, with an extension run in the new year. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
IMPROVISED LAW AND ORDER: A SPONTANEOUS MOCKERY OF JUSTICE! to be Presented at Synergy Theater
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2024
Synergy Theater, the folks who just brought you The Improvised Twilight Zone, will return to the Lesher Center for the Arts with the world-debut of Improvised Law and Order: A Spontaneous Mockery of Justice! Learn how to purchase tickets.
Interview: Sophie Oda of MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Comes Home for the Holidays
by Jim Munson - December 09, 2024
BroadwayWorld chats with Bay Area native Sophie Oda about her return to TheatreWorks Silicon Valley after 20 years to appear in 'Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley' playing through December 29th in Palo Alto.
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW San Francisco / Bay Area Awards
by BWW Awards - December 09, 2024
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld San Francisco / Bay Area Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Review: THE GOLDEN GIRLS LIVE: THE CHRISTMAS EPISODES at Curran Theatre
by Steve Murray - December 08, 2024
What did our critic think of THE GOLDEN GIRLS LIVE: THE CHRISTMAS EPISODES at Curran Theatre?
SF Symphony Will Host Video Games in Concert and Blackstar Symphony: The Music of David Bowie
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2024
The San Francisco Symphony has announced two new upcoming performances as part of the 2024–25 season. Learn more about these upcoming events and find out how to get tickets here!
San José Chamber Orchestra to Present New Year Celebration
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2024
San José Chamber Orchestra will continue its 34th concert season with CELEBRATION – Joys and Delights in San José on Sunday, December 29. Learn how to attend.
Social Media Sensation Nurse John is Coming to BroadwaySF's Golden Gate Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2024
John Dela Cruz, known to his legion of fans as Nurse John, embarks on his first-ever live tour with the highly anticipated Short-Staffed Tour coming to BroadwaySF’s Golden Gate Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: WAITRESS is Now Playing at San Francisco Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2024
San Francisco Playhouse is now presenting the Broadway musical Waitress. Performances will continue into January 2025. Watch the all new trailer in the video here!
Political Drama WASTE Announced At Marin Theatre Stars Lance Gardner This February
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2024
Marin Theatre kicks off 2025 with Waste, a provocative Edwardian drama that examines the unsavory side of politics.
Sarah Millican Extends LATE BLOOMER World Tour Across 2025 With 24+ Dates
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2024
Award-winning comedian Sarah Millican has announced an extension of her acclaimed  tour, with her hit stand-up show 'Late Bloomer' set to arrive in the USA in 2025.

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