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PlayGround to Present THE LEGACY OF THE LAND WE INHABIT in November
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2023
Join PlayGround on November 20th at 7PM PT for an evening of original short plays inspired by 'The Legacy of the Land We Inhabit.' Don't miss this opportunity to experience thought-provoking performances that bring awareness to land acknowledgment. Reserve your tickets now!
Interview: Melissa WolfKlain of GUYS AND DOLLS at San Francisco Playhouse Shines as Adelaide, Capping Off a Remarkable Year for the Triple Threat Performer
by Jim Munson - November 17, 2023
BroadwayWorld catches up with Melissa WolfKlain who is playing Adelaide in San Francisco Playhouse's production of 'Guys and Dolls' through January 13th. The role caps off an amazing year for WolfKlain, coming right after her Baker's Wife in 'Into the Woods' and Val in 'A Chorus Line.'
SF Sketchfest Unveils Lineup for 2024 Comedy Festival Featuring More Than 200 Shows
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2023
SF Sketchfest has revealed the initial lineup for the 2024 Comedy Festival in San Francisco. Tickets go on sale on November 19.
Voting Opens for 2023 BroadwayWorld San Francisco / Bay Area Awards
by BWW Awards - November 17, 2023
Voting is now open for the 2023 BroadwayWorld San Francisco / Bay Area Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
San Francisco Opera Presents Two Concerts In December To Conclude Fall Season
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2023
San Francisco Opera presents the acclaimed San Francisco Opera Chorus in concert at the intimate Dianne and Tad Taube Atrium Theater on the fourth floor of the Veterans Building on Friday, December 8.
AASC's CINDERELLA Returns With An Interactive Twist For 2023
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2023
 The African-American Shakespeare Company's annual holiday offering Cinderella turns 21 this year with the original director and company founder Sherri Young returning taking the reins for the first time since 2019. 
San Francisco Opera Guild Hosts AN EVENING ON THE STAGE Benefit
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2023
San Francisco Opera Guild's An Evening on the Stage gala dinner honors Karen J. Kubin and Mary and Bill Poland on Tuesday, November 28 at the War Memorial Opera House.
Artists Urge Support as TheatreWorks Reaches 95% Of Goal
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2023
As the clock ticks down on its “Save TheatreWorks Now” campaign, famed theatre makers are joining the push to put TheatreWorks Silicon Valley over the top.
SESAME STREET LIVE! SAY HELLO Comes to San Francisco in 2024
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2023
A new live show, Sesame Street Live! Say Hello comes to San Francisco next year! The live show will bring the beloved characters from the iconic Sesame Street to life in a brand-new interactive production that will tour the U.S. and Canada beginning April 2024, with a stop at San Francisco's Curran Theater (445 Curran St.) on June 7 & 8, 2024.   
Multisensory Performance of PROMETHEUS Comes to San Francisco in March
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2023
The San Francisco Symphony and Cartier have announced a multisensory performance of Alexander Scriabin’s Prometheus, The Poem of Fire, March 1–3, 2024 at Davies Symphony Hall in San Francisco.  
Berkeley Ballet Theater With Post:ballet Present NUTCRACKER
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2023
Berkeley Ballet Theater with Post:ballet will introduce a bold and visionary Nutcracker ballet production that redefines the holiday classic.
2024 Youth Music Culture The Greater Bay Area Completes Global Auditions
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2023
The 2024 Youth Music Culture The Greater Bay Area (YMCG) will take place in China's Greater Bay Area from 20 Jan to 1 Feb 2024.
BroadwaySF to Present UNSCRIPTED: An Evening With William H. Macy + Screening Of FARGO
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2023
BroadwaySF will present 'UNSCRIPTED: An Evening with William H. Macy + Screening of Fargo' - A special event featuring William H. Macy and a screening of the film Fargo.
Reading of QUERIDA SOR JUANA: THE DEATH OF THE PHOENIX OF MEXICO Comes to San Francisco
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2023
A staged reading of the new play, Querida Sor Juana: The Death of the Phoenix of México, written by Carolina Morones will take place on November 18 at The Women’s Building 3543 18th Street, San Francisco.
Symphony San Jose Presents AMERICAN PORTRAITS, December 2- 3
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2023
Symphony San Jose presents 'AMERICAN PORTRAITS” on December 2 and 3, 2023, featuring five musical postcards celebrating the beauty and diversity of the United States. Experience patriotic, soulful, and iconic compositions by Ives, Still, Midkiff, Shaw, and Copland.
Oakland Theater Project Announces 2024 Season: GHOSTS OF PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2023
Oakland Theater Project announces its 2024 Season: Ghosts of Past, Present and Future, featuring seven plays that explore the echoes of the past and present to illuminate the future. Join them as they interrogate our collective history and seek inspiration for the future.
Dillon Francis Unveils New Track 'On A Trip' With Marten Hørger
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2023
Superstar producer, songwriter and DJ Dillon Francis has unveiled a new track, “On a Trip” with German DJ and producer Marten Hørger. The new track is taken from Francis' forthcoming album, This Mixtape Is Fire TOO, out December 1 via Astralwerks
Review: THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE at Center Repertory Company Dishes Up Some Serious Drag
by Jim Munson - November 10, 2023
What did our critic think of THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE at Center Repertory Company? BroadwayWorld reviews Center Repertory Company's 'The Legend of Georgia McBride,' Matthew López' delightful and heartwarming romp playing at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek through November 26th.
GROUP THERAPY Postponed at Theatre Rhinoceros
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2023
Group Therapy has postponed opening weekend for a week due to non-COVID related illness. Theatre Rhinoceros will postpone the first performance of Group Therapy to Thursday, November 16, 2023, and Opening Night for Group Therapy to Saturday, November 18, 2023 due to illness in the cast.
THE ALLURE OF THUG LIFE Extends at The Marsh Berkeley
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2023
Due to popular demand, The Marsh Berkeley has extended the 2023 Hollywood Fringe Festival favorite The Allure of Thug Life written and performed by actress/writer/comedian/rapper Mélia Mills with developmental support by David Ford.
Photos: Opera San José Continues Its 40th Anniversary Season with THE BARBER OF SEVILLE
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2023
Opera San José will continue its 40th anniversary season with an upbeat comedy for operagoers of all ages with Gioachino Rossini’s The Barber of Seville, in a new production by internationally acclaimed director Stephen Lawless, making his Opera San José debut. See photos from the production. 
San Francisco Playhouse Explores The Metaverse With Imaginative Sci-fi World Premiere Play MY HOME ON THE MOON
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO PLAYHOUSE presents 'My Home on the Moon,' an imaginative sci-fi world premiere play exploring the metaverse. Directed by Mei Ann Teo, this epic journey follows a pho restaurant that experiences a mysterious transformation with the help of artificial intelligence. Balancing the perfection of artificial life with the harshness of reality, the play delves into themes of identity and authenticity. Don't miss this innovative new production from January 25 to February 24, 2024.
THE LIFE AND MUSIC OF GEORGE MICHAEL is Coming to BroadwaySF in February
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2023
BroadwaySF will present 'The Life and Music of George Michael' in a captivating tribute to the iconic artist. Don't miss this unforgettable celebration of his extraordinary career.
Bria Skonberg Comes to the Fairmont Hotel's Venetian Room in December
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2023
Bay Area Cabaret has announced a special concert featuring the exceptionally talented Canadian jazz vocalist and trumpet player, Bria Skonberg, scheduled for her debut engagement at the iconic Fairmont Hotel’s Venetian Room, Sunday, December 10 at 7.30 p.m.
TheatreWorks Closes in on $3 Million Goal For Critical Fundraising Campaign
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2023
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley reports it has now received 90% of the $3 million needed by the end of November 2023 in order to complete its current season.

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