2010-11 Season for Friend Center at the Jewish Community Center of San Francisco
by Lauren Wolman - Jul 16, 2010
Part of the Arts and Ideas series of performances, lectures and conversations, The Friend Center for the Arts at the Jewish Community Center of San Francisco (JCCSF) today announced details of its comprehensive Performing Arts programming for 2010/11. The eclectic array of performances in the intimacy of Kanbar Hall will include a tribute to Stephen Sondheim on the occasion of his 80th birthday by Broadway star Liz Callaway; performances of The Laramie Project by Moisés Kaufman's Tectonic Theater Project; Viva Cuba! With Carlos Reyes; and the Kibbutz Contemporary Dance Company. Returning favorites include the Harlem Gospel Choir, the Great Broadway Sing-Along: the comedy of The Capitol Steps; and The Jewish Theatre with a production of Neil Simon's Lost in Yonkers.
Brava Theater to Finish Last Phase of Construction in the New Year
by BWW News Desk - Jan 13, 2010
With the commitment of its staff and board of directors, Brava! for Women in the Arts hopes to finish the renovation of its landmark building by spring 2010. The venue located in San Francisco's Mission District on 24th Street, plans a Fall opening of the facilities which include a street-side Cabaret/Music space, administrative offices and Greenroom.