Dates: 2/5/2026 - 3/14/2026
📍 Theatre: San Francisco Playhouse
450 Post St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
Phone: 4156779596
Tickets: $52-$145
San Francisco Playhouse will present the Tony Award-winning M. Butterfly, written by David Henry Hwang (Chinglish, Yellow Face, Soft Power, and operas The Monkey King, Dream of the Red Chamber). Inspired by the real-life trial of Bernard Boursicot, this breathtaking drama reimagines Puccini’s opera Madama Butterfly through the story of a French diplomat’s 20-year affair with a Chinese opera singer. This trailblazing and poignant play illuminates the radical politics of cross-cultural relations, gender identity, illusion, and desire. Bridgette Loriaux, who provided movement direction for last season’s hit production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time at San Francisco Playhouse, returns to direct this production. Dean Linnard stars as French diplomat Gallimard opposite Edric Young as Chinese opera singer Song Liling.
Performance Times: Tuesday & Thursdays at 7pm; Wednesdays at 2pm & 7pm; Friday & Saturdays at 8pm; Saturdays at 3pm; Sundays at 2pm
San Francisco Playhouse's production of the Tony Award-winning M. Butterfly, written by David Henry Hwang (Chinglish, Yellow Face, Soft Power, and operas The Monkey King, Dream of the Red Chamber) is now on stage through March 14th.. Get a first look at all-new video!
San Francisco / Bay Area is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for Winter 2026 include M. Butterly and more.
San Francisco Playhouse will present the Tony Award-winning M. Butterfly, written by David Henry Hwang. The drama reimagines Puccini’s opera Madama Butterfly through the story of a French diplomat’s affair with a Chinese opera singer. See photos!
San Francisco Playhouse will present M. Butterfly by David Henry Hwang. Inspired by the trial of Bernard Boursicot, this drama reimagines Puccini’s opera Madama Butterfly through the story of a French diplomat’s affair with a Chinese opera singer.
San Francisco Playhouse will present the Tony Award-winning M. Butterfly, written by David Henry Hwang (Chinglish, Yellow Face, Soft Power).
Playwrights Foundation, the West Coast’s premier launchpad for exceptional new plays and playwrights, will honor Tony and Pulitzer Award winning playwright David Henry Hwang.
Playwrights Foundation will honor Tony and Pulitzer Award-winning playwright David Henry Hwang with the 2025 Impact Award in recognition of his theatrical achievements and profound influence on current and rising generations of writers.
San Francisco Playhouse has revealed its 23rd season, which will be presented September 2025 to September 2026. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Don't miss 'Tiger Style!' at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley - a claws-out comedy about tiger parenting by Mike Lew, directed by Jeffrey Lo. Running from April 6-28, 2024 at the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts.
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley will kick off its 20th Anniversary New Works Festival with Before the Ink Dries: A Special TheatreWorks Fundraiser with David Henry Hwang and Rajiv Joseph.
San Francisco Playhouse will present the comedy Chinglish by Tony Award winner and Pulitzer Prize finalist David Henry Hwang.
San Francisco Playhouse will present Chinglish by Tony Award winner and Pulitzer Prize finalist David Henry Hwang (M. Butterfly, Yellow Face, Soft Power).
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Gutenberg! The Musical! Hillbarn Theatre (10/08-11/01) |
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The Secret Garden Marin Shakespeare Company’s Downtown Theatre (11/27-12/20) |
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Hadestown Orpheum Theatre San Francisco (1/07-1/10) |
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Exile | Banishment | Home O1C (11/15-11/15) |
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Hamilton (Angelica Company) San Jose Center for the Performing Arts (7/07-7/18) |
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Live At the Orinda - Beth Leavel Orinda Theatre (11/08-11/08) |
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Catch Me if You Can San Mateo Performing Arts Center (10/22-10/25) |
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PlayGround Twisted Holiday Festival Potrero Stage (12/04-12/11) |
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Bay Area Musical Improv Festival - Sunday 1:30PM Show All Out Comedy (10/25-10/25) |
