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Merola Opera Program Concludes Season With Merola Grand Finale
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2023
Merola Opera Program’s 2023 Summer Festival comes to a triumphant conclusion with the Merola Grand Finale, featuring all of this year’s young artists performing a dazzling array of opera’s most brilliant arias, duets, and more, on the stage of the War Memorial Opera House. Conducted by Maestro Kelly Kuo and directed by 2023 Merola Stage Director Tania Arazi Coambs, this evening showcases the extraordinary talent of the 2023 cohort.
Bellwether Dance Project Returns to ODC Theater With Two World Premieres and The Revival of LET SLIP THE WITCHES
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2023
Bellwether Dance Project will return to ODC Theater this fall with two new works and the revival of Let Slip the Witches, its acclaimed investigation of female power. Three performances take place September 14 – 16, Thursday to Saturday, at 7:30 p.m.
Smuin Kicks Off 30th Season With World Premiere By Darrell Grand Moultrie, Johnny Cash Ballet, More
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2023
Celebrating three decades of bringing innovative dance to the Bay Area, Smuin will kick off its 30th season with a World Premiere by one of America's most sought-after choreographers, Darrell Grand Moultrie, set to music by Grammy, Emmy, and Golden Globe Award winning composer Charles Fox.
Opera San José Unveils 2023-24 Resident Company, To Be Featured In Virtual Showcase On August 13
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2023
General Director Shawna Lucey has announced Opera San José’s 2023-24 Artists-in-Residence, a cohort of brilliant opera talent who will star in this season’s four California Theatre mainstage productions. They will be introduced to audiences in a free live-streamed concert at 4:00pm, Sunday, August 13, broadcast from Opera San José’s Heiman Digital Media Studio.
Lizz Roman & Dancers Star In A New Site Specific Journey ​​​​​​​SUNSET DANCES III
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2023
Lizz Roman & Dancers perform a new site specific journey entitled “Sunset Dances III”, engaging the architecture of a 2 Story home in San Francisco's Outer Sunset with performance, music and film.
Introducing the Cast and Creative Team of ODYSSEY at Marin Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2023
Get an exclusive look at the star-studded cast and talented creative team of ODYSSEY at Marin Theatre Company. Meet the actors and creatives bringing this epic story to life in a captivating stage adaptation. Don't miss out on the opportunity to witness their incredible talents in action.
Lizz Roman & Dancers Perform in a New Site Specific Journey Engage The Environment of a Two-Story Home in San Francisco's Outer Sunset
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2023
Lizz Roman & Dancers perform a new site specific journey entitled “Sunset Dances III”, engaging the architecture of a 2 Story home in San Francisco's Outer Sunset with performance, music and film.
The Marsh Berkeley Extends CITIZEN BRAIN Written and Performed by Josh Kornbluth
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2023
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of 'Citizen Brain,' a one-man show written and performed by Josh Kornbluth. Explore the depths of the human mind through an intimate and hilarious journey, as presented at The Marsh Berkeley. Don't miss this thought-provoking and unforgettable performance.
Journalist Emil Guillermo Comes to the San Francisco Fringe in August
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2023
Journalist, podcaster, investigative humorist, and former NPR host Emil Guillermo–winner of an American Book Award–takes his truth to the stage in a comic one-man show about race, the media, American Filipino history, and the recent Harvard/affirmative action case.
THE ROCKET MAN SHOW & THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW Come To SF's Curran Theater
by BWW News Desk - July 17, 2023
BroadwaySF, part of the Ambassador Theatre Group has announced two new shows coming to San Francisco's Curran Theater—The Rocket Man Show, a one-of-a-kind tribute to Elton John, and a special 48th anniversary screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, featuring the movie's original Brad Majors, Barry Bostwick.
Eye Zen's SYLVESTER THE MIGHT REAL to Open in August
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2023
Eye Zen Presents has announced new dates for the world premiere of Sylvester, The Mighty Real, fifth in the company's OUT of Site series of performance-driven walking tours, rediscovering the hidden queer history of San Francisco.
San Francisco's African-American Shakespeare Company Announces 2023-24 Season
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2023
The 29th season of San Francisco's African-American Shakespeare Company will see its Artistic Director L. Peter Callender taking on two of what he terms “bucket list roles.” First as Willy Loman in Death of a Salesman in October, followed by Shylock in the Merchant of Venice in May.
Ray Of Light Theatre's Sold Out SPRING AWAKENING Is Now Streaming Online
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2023
After sold-out performances at San Francisco's Ray of Light Theatre, Spring Awakening is NOW STREAMING ON-DEMAND for a limited time only. Spring Awakening fans can get a streaming pass anytime through July 30, 2023 and experience the show that had San Francisco audiences raving!
Video: Inside Opening Night Curtain Call of LES MISERABLES at the Orpheum Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2023
See footage from the opening night curtain call of Les Miserables at the Orpheum Theatre.
David Cale, Les Waters, Ryan J. Haddad & More to Take Part in Berkeley Rep's 2023 Ground Floor Program
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2023
Get a glimpse into the future of theater as Berkeley Rep announces the talented participants joining The Ground Floor program for 2023. From emerging artists to rising stars, explore the innovative works and fresh voices shaping the industry.
HOWDY, STRANGER Comes to the 2023 San Francisco Fringe
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2023
Starting August 13th, The EXIT theater presents “Howdy, Stranger”, a musical cowboy comedy, at the 2023 San Francisco Fringe Festival.
Single Tickets For All San Francisco Symphony 2023–24 Season Concerts Go On Sale Saturday, July 15
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2023
Single tickets for the San Francisco Symphony’s 2023–24 season go on sale Saturday, July 15 starting 10am via the Davies Symphony Hall box office and will be available online and via phone beginning 12pm the same day.
ISing's HD Choir Wins Champion of the World Title at 2023 World Choir Games
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2023
Bay Area-based girlchoir iSing Silicon Valley has claimed the title of Champion of the World this month after a stunning performance by the group's elite HD Choir at the world's biggest international choir competition, the World Choir Games in Gangyeung, Republic of Korea.
Z Space Names Vanessa Flores Chacko as Associate Artistic Director of Word For Word
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2023
Z Space—one of the nation's leading laboratory for the development of new works—has named Vanessa Flores Chacko (she/her) as the new Associate Artistic Director of Word for Word Performing Arts Company.
The Magic Theatre and Campo Santo to Present World Premiere of JOSEPHINE'S FEAST Next Month
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2023
The Magic Theatre will premiere the first live production by Playwright In Residence Star Finch and announce the cast and creative team for the World Premiere of her new play JOSEPHINE’S FEAST. This profound and potent new play is directed by legendary theatre artist Ellen Sebastian Chang.  JOSEPHINE’S FEAST will perform from August 02– August 20, 2023 at the Magic Theatre’s Fort Mason location
Interview: Fred Pitts of AREN'T YOU...? at The Marsh Offers a Fresh Take on the History of Race Relations in America
by Jim Munson - July 13, 2023
BroadwayWorld talks to actor/writer Fred Pitts about his humorous and insightful solo show 'Aren't You...?' running at The Marsh in San Francisco July 21 to August 18.
Catch the Extended Run of A CHORUS LINE at San Francisco Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2023
xperience the electrifying performances and captivating story of 'A Chorus Line' at San Francisco Playhouse. Don't miss the extended run of this sensational musical, filled with phenomenal talent and unforgettable moments. Get your tickets now and be a part of the magic!
MAHABHARATA Comes to Z Space's Steindler Stage Next Month
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2023
Oakland Theater Project (OTP) and Z Space are thrilled to ­­present an encore of Geetha Reddy’s 2019 Mahābhārata, an audience favorite from OTP’s 2019 Season, directed by Michael Socrates Moran. Featuring OTP Company Member J Jha in a bold, one-person retelling of the ancient text, the production is reimagined and expanded for Z Space’s Steindler Stage in San Francisco August 10–20.
San Francisco Ballet Launches Creation House, Dance R&D Incubator
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2023
San Francisco Ballet (SF Ballet) launches Creation House, a new multifaceted initiative offering SF Ballet company members, SF Ballet School students, and guest artists an expansive portfolio of career-enhancing creative opportunities with a focus on choreography and new work development.
San Francisco Ballet Launches Creation House, A First-Of-Its-Kind Research, Creation, And Talent Incubator
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2023
San Francisco Ballet (SF Ballet) has launched Creation House, a new multifaceted initiative offering SF Ballet company members, SF Ballet School students, and guest artists an expansive portfolio of career-enhancing creative opportunities with a focus on choreography and new work development.

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