Shrek The Musical JR
Shrek The Musical JR is based on the Oscar-winning film and Broadway musical, following everyone's favorite ogre as he leads a cast of fairytale misfits...
Historic Hoover Theatre
1635 Park AvenueSan Jose, CA
Upcoming Shows
Winnie the Pooh
Winnie the Pooh is a homeschool musical production based on the beloved books by A. A. Milne, written by Playful People Artistic Director Katie D'Arcey....
Fall Musical
Described as a true story set in an unexpected place, this unannounced production is open to participants ages 18 and up. Playful People Productions has...
Disney's Descendants: The Musical
Disney's Descendants: The Musical features book and additional lyrics by Nick Blaemire, vocals and music adaptation by Madeline Smith, and music and orchestrations by Matthew...
Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical JR
Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical JR is adapted from the Tony Award-winning musical, with book by Dennis Kelly and music and lyrics by Tim Minchin....
Review: JAMES BOND FOREVER (SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY) at Davies Symphony Hall
What happens when over 60 years of cinematic espionage is celebrated through the power of a live orchestra? The San Francisco Symphony's James Bond Forever concert reminds us that some of the most iconic moments in film history begin not with dialogue, but with a song. …
Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC Strikes A Resonant, Political Chord at Broadway San Jose
The hills are indeed alive with The Sound of Music as the national touring production played to an enthusiastic, sold-out crowd at Broadway San Jose on opening night. Boasting a stellar cast and rich production values, the show tells the real-life story of Maria (the marvelous Cayleigh Capaldi), a s…
Review: HAIRSPRAY at SF Playhouse
What did our critic think of HAIRSPRAY at SF Playhouse?…
Review: AN EVENING WITH SUTTON FOSTER & KELLI O'HARA at San Francisco Symphony
An Evening with Sutton Foster and Kelli O’Hara at the San Francisco Symphony is exactly the kind of event that reminds you why live performance is so magical. Inspired by the legendary 1962 television special featuring Carol Burnett and Julie Andrews, the evening celebrates not only two extraordin…
Review: HAIRSPRAY at San Francisco Playhouse
What happens when a musical you’ve seen time and time again suddenly feels brand new?…
Review: DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at Orpheum Theatre
Disney's Beauty and the Beast wows San Francisco at the Orpheum Theatre with stunning design and Kyra Belle Johnson's standout Belle. Read our review!…
Review: WRECKAGE - A MUSICAL TRAGICOMEDY at San Francisco Mime Troupe
Could it possibly be that events have finally confirmed just what the San Francisco Mime Troupe has been howling at the wind for 67 years! The troupe whose shows have been called whacko, conspiratorial, commie and alarmist now find themselves leading the pack when it comes to shining a bright light …
Review: Festival Napa Valley Perfectly Blends Music, Cuisine, and the Best of Wine Country
As Festival Napa Valley celebrates its 20th Anniversary Summer Season, running July 4–19, the opening weekend perfectly illustrated why the festival has become one of the country's most sought-after cultural destinations…
BWW Review: Transcendence Theatre’s RADIO RECALL Uncorks Timeless Hits Under the Sonoma Stars
Celebrating its 15th season, Transcendence Theatre Company continues its mission to create extraordinary experiences that inspire all to live life to the fullest. Radio Recall accomplishes just that. …
Review: THE EMPLOYEE DHARMA HANDBOOK at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
There’s an HR nightmare threatening a critical launch and successful IPO at a Silicon Valley aerospace company. An accusation of gender discrimination fuels the World Premiere of Geetha Reddy’s smart and funny The Employee Dharma Handbook marking the kickoff of TheatreWorks 56th season. …
Past Shows
Madagascar — A Musical Adventure
Playful People Productions, a theater education nonprofit in San Jose, presents Madagascar — A Musical Adventure, performed by three casts of children ages 6 to...
Willy Wonka JR
A mysterious candymaker invites a handful of children to his factory for a tour that is by turns mysterious, hilarious, and somewhat unsettling.
The Marshmallow Incident
Between two towns, divided by a dotted yellow line and a reason no one can quite remember, an intrepid apprentice knight will find out how...
Footloose, the Musical
Playful People Productions presents Footloose, the Musical, directed and choreographed by the T (T Saffold), and featuring mixed casts of teens and adults and a...
Seussical, Jr.
Playful People Productions presents Seussical JR, featuring beloved Dr. Seuss characters and storylines performed by grade school children, directed by Shannon Santandrea and Emily Pennington. Horton the...
Into the Woods JR
Playful People Productions presents Into the Woods JR, an adaptation of Stephen Sondheim’s and James Lapine’s Tony Award-winning musical, with the music and the storyline made...
101 Dalmatians KIDS
Based on the classic animated film, Disney's 101 Dalmatians KIDS is a fur-raising adventure featuring Cruella De Vil, Disney's most outrageous villain, and 101 of the most...
Frozen JR
Delightful Disney characters come to life on a stage near you when Playful People Productions presents Disney's Frozen JR! Three casts of children between the...
Disney’s Frozen Jr. Teen Auditions
San Jose's Playful People Productions is looking for teens between the ages of 12 and 15 to bring to life the beloved characters in Disney's...
MTI’s All Together Now
Playful People Productions and Starting Arts are teaming up to present MTI's All Together Now, a musical revue that is part of a global event...
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Pickleball Hillbarn Theatre (8/20-9/13) |
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Sara Felder’s Class Act The Marsh (8/12-8/15) |
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Dream Hou$e City Lights Theater Company (5/13-6/06) |
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Holly Shaw’s ROAR! The Marsh Berkeley (8/29-8/30) |
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The 1940s Radio Hour City Lights Theater Company (11/19-12/20) |
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Eureka Day City Lights Theater Company (9/24-10/18) |
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Disney''s Beauty and the Beast San Jose Center for the Performing Arts (9/08-9/13) |
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Knockoff Broadway: The Improvised Musical All Out Comedy Theater (7/25-12/26) |
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Little Shop of Horrors 40th Anniversary Tour with Ellen Greene (the Original Audrey) Curran Theatre (8/16-8/16) |
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Sherry Glaser’s Life & Death: A Love Story The Marsh Berkeley (8/21-8/22) |