Upcoming Shows
French Kiss is a triple bill presented by Smuin Contemporary Ballet featuring Amy Seiwert's French Kiss (2023), a world premiere by My'Kal Stromile titled I-SCRIT-AH-SCREE-TAH-SKRATT,...
Smuin's biennial Choreography Showcase is a program designed to foster emerging choreographers within the company, presenting new works in an intimate studio setting at the...
What's Going On is a spring triple bill featuring the Bay Area premiere of Nicolo Fonte's The Heart(s)pace (2014), the West Coast premiere of Val...
by Steve Murray - May 28, 2026
What did our critic think of THE LUNCHBOX at Berkeley Rep?...
by Steve Murray - May 22, 2026
What did our critic think of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at Theatre Rhinoceros?...
by Steve Murray - May 21, 2026
Kate Hamill’s cheeky feminist reimagination of Bram Stoker’s Dracula is a lot to chew tacking issues of toxic masculinity, female empowerment, and even a political message on unchecked power and megalomaniacal dangers. It’s a times bold, moody, haunting, well-acted and unusually comic....
by Steve Murray - May 18, 2026
This production is a touch bittersweet – it’s NCTC Founder Ed Decker’s last programed show after passing the baton to new Artistic Director Ben Villegas Randle. His choice to present Hedwig is extremely prescient in a time where sexual identity is being both vilified and explored....
by Steve Murray - May 13, 2026
What did our critic think of PICTURES FROM HOME at Marin Theatre?...
by Steve Murray - May 11, 2026
What did our critic think of DAVID MARINO LIVE AT THE ORINDA at Orinda Theatre?...
by Steve Murray - May 10, 2026
What did our critic think of THE WIZARD AND I: LIZ CALLAWAY SINGS STEPHEN SCHWARTZ at Feinstein's At The Nikko?...
by Steve Murray - May 08, 2026
Hell’s Kitchen recently closed on Broadway where it was a critical and commercial success garnering 13 Tony nomination and winning two. This touring production allows the rest of the country to experience a brief taste of New York City’s pulsing rhythms set to the music and reflections of Alicia...
by Steve Murray - April 29, 2026
Maggie O’Farrell’s fictionalized account of Agnes Hathaway was a solid hit when released in 2020, winning literary awards for its unique perspective on the little-known woman maligned by scholars....
by Kelly Rogers Flynt - April 21, 2026
weary soul. With a steady beat that blends with your pulse, this music sticks in your mind and body. Devoid of elaborate set pieces or high tech features, the show soars because the story matters. And you will come away remembering all that is good and noble and possible in community....
Past Shows
The annual Smuin Gala celebrated its 31st season in support of Smuin Contemporary Ballet, marking the inaugural season of Artistic Director Amy Seiwert. The event,...
Smuin Contemporary Ballet presents a joyous holiday celebration with The Christmas Ballet, running from November 23 to December 24, 2024. This cherished tradition features a...
Smuins Class for a Cause returns! Join company dancer Mengjun Chen in an hour-long Ukrainian Folk Dance hybrid class (virtual or in-person at the Smuin...
Videos
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Anastasia the Musical Douglas Morrisson Theatre (5/22-5/31) |
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Friends Of The Sound Red Heron Studios (6/12-6/12) |
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3GT Presents: ...and Cotton by Maria Jenson iMPACt Center for Art & Dance (5/31-5/31) |
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The 1940s Radio Hour City Lights Theater Company (11/19-12/20) |
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Comedy Oakland at Quinn's Lighthouse Fri June 12 8:30pm Quinn's Lighthouse (6/12-6/12) |
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THE MURDER OF ROGER ACKROYD ORINDA STARLIGHT VILLAGE PLAYERS (6/05-7/03) |
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An Evening with a Mentalist: Jay Alexander's Mind Tricks Live San Francisco Magic Theater (w/Jay Alexander) at the Marrakech (6/26-6/28) |
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PRESENT LAUGHTER ORINDA STARLIGHT VILLAGE PLAYERS (7/24-8/15) |
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Comedy Oakland at Elbo Room Fri June 5 7:30pm Elbo Room Jack London (6/05-6/05) |
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An Evening with a Mentalist: Jay Alexander's Mind Tricks Live San Francisco Magic Theater at the Marrakech (7/03-7/05) |
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