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BUILT: 1926
SEATING CAPACITY: 650
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DATES PRODUCTION 6/11/1976 - 7/25/1976 Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope (1976)
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San Francisco's African-American Shakespeare Company Announces 2023-24 Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 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.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 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.
ARTS IN AMERICA to be Presented by Theatre Rhinoceros and The Essential Services Project
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 2023
Theatre Rhinoceros and The Essential Services Project will present a live, in-person, presentation of ARTS IN AMERICA.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 6, 2023
Theatre Rhinoceros and The Essential Services Project will present a live, in-person, presentation of ARTS IN AMERICA.
The African-American Shakespeare Company Returns With THE GLASS MENAGERIE
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2023
The African-American Shakespeare Company is proud to finally present The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams. Originally scheduled for February of 2022, it had to be postponed due to COVID but now will take its place beside two other Williams plays performed by the company: Cat on a Hot Tin Roofin 2013 and most recently their hugely moving and well-received production of A Streetcar Named Desire in 2018.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 2, 2023
The African-American Shakespeare Company is proud to finally present The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams. Originally scheduled for February of 2022, it had to be postponed due to COVID but now will take its place beside two other Williams plays performed by the company: Cat on a Hot Tin Roofin 2013 and most recently their hugely moving and well-received production of A Streetcar Named Desire in 2018.
The African-American Shakespeare Company and The CRAFT Institute Present 'Echoes Of Us: Now And Always'
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2022
Funded by The Black Seed, the African-American Shakespeare Company & The CRAFT Institute have come together to form the African Diasporic Network that will debut Echoes of Us: Now and Always July 15-17 at the Marines Memorial Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2022
Funded by The Black Seed, the African-American Shakespeare Company & The CRAFT Institute have come together to form the African Diasporic Network that will debut Echoes of Us: Now and Always July 15-17 at the Marines Memorial Theatre.
SF Sketchfest Adds The Venture Bros, Mira Sorvino, Julie Hagerty, and More To 2020 San Francisco Comedy Festival
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2019
SF Sketchfest announces more additions to the lineup for the 19th annual San Francisco Comedy Festival happening January 9-26. A vital part of the Bay Area entertainment scene year after year, SF Sketchfest features something for everyone with more than 250 shows over 18 days in 20 venues with more than 900 performers including major comedy stars and the best up-and-coming comedians from around the world. SF Sketchfest features non-stop entertainment including sketch, stand-up, alternative comedy, music, improv, films, tributes, live podcasts, storytelling, family shows, workshops, panels and more. Tickets for all new shows and all previously announced shows are on sale now at sfsketchfest.com.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2019
SF Sketchfest announces more additions to the lineup for the 19th annual San Francisco Comedy Festival happening January 9-26. A vital part of the Bay Area entertainment scene year after year, SF Sketchfest features something for everyone with more than 250 shows over 18 days in 20 venues with more than 900 performers including major comedy stars and the best up-and-coming comedians from around the world. SF Sketchfest features non-stop entertainment including sketch, stand-up, alternative comedy, music, improv, films, tributes, live podcasts, storytelling, family shows, workshops, panels and more. Tickets for all new shows and all previously announced shows are on sale now at sfsketchfest.com.
SF SKETCHFEST Announces Additions To Festival Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2019
SF Sketchfest presented announces additions to the lineup for the 19th annual San Francisco Comedy Festival January 9-26, 2020.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 6, 2019
SF Sketchfest presented announces additions to the lineup for the 19th annual San Francisco Comedy Festival January 9-26, 2020.
Bobcat Goldthwait & Dana Gould Kick Off THE SHOW WITH TWO HEADS 14 City Tour
by Julie Musbach - May 1, 2019
Comedy legends Bobcat Goldthwait (Misfits and Monsters, Call Me Lucky) and Dana Gould (The Simpsons, Stan Against Evil) kick off their 14 city co-headlining tour in Nashville this week and travel through early June with a final stop in Denver. A rare opportunity to catch these two legends on tour let alone sharing a bill, Bobcat and Dana trade off headlining slots night to night on their multi-city The Show With Two Heads Tour.
by Julie Musbach - May 1, 2019
Comedy legends Bobcat Goldthwait (Misfits and Monsters, Call Me Lucky) and Dana Gould (The Simpsons, Stan Against Evil) kick off their 14 city co-headlining tour in Nashville this week and travel through early June with a final stop in Denver. A rare opportunity to catch these two legends on tour let alone sharing a bill, Bobcat and Dana trade off headlining slots night to night on their multi-city The Show With Two Heads Tour.
Broadway's Renee Elise Goldsberry Will Perform At S.F.'s Marines' Memorial Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Oct 12, 2018
Renee Elise Goldsberry, the Tony Award-winning star of Hamilton, will bring her solo concert to San Francisco's Marines' Memorial Theatre (609 Sutter St.) today, October 12 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, October 13 at 8 p.m. Presented by 'Feinstein's Presents'-Feinstein's at the Nikko's series showcasing world-class performers at larger venues throughout the Bay Area-Renee and her complement of backup singers will have the audience on their feet stomping and clapping to the high energy, non-denominational spiritual journey reminiscent of a good old-fashioned revival. Tickets for Renee Elise Goldsberry range in price from $80-$115 and are available by calling 866-663-1063 or visiting www.ticketfly.com.
by BWW News Desk - Oct 12, 2018
Renee Elise Goldsberry, the Tony Award-winning star of Hamilton, will bring her solo concert to San Francisco's Marines' Memorial Theatre (609 Sutter St.) today, October 12 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, October 13 at 8 p.m. Presented by 'Feinstein's Presents'-Feinstein's at the Nikko's series showcasing world-class performers at larger venues throughout the Bay Area-Renee and her complement of backup singers will have the audience on their feet stomping and clapping to the high energy, non-denominational spiritual journey reminiscent of a good old-fashioned revival. Tickets for Renee Elise Goldsberry range in price from $80-$115 and are available by calling 866-663-1063 or visiting www.ticketfly.com.
Aaron Tveit Brings Solo Cabaret Show to Memorial Theatre in San Francisco
by BWW News Desk - Sep 27, 2018
Aaron Tveit, star of stage and screen, will bring his solo cabaret show to San Francisco's Marines' Memorial Theatre (609 Sutter St.) on Today, September 27 at 8 p.m. Presented by 'Feinstein's Presents'-Feinstein's at the Nikko's series showcasing world-class performers at larger venues throughout the Bay Area-this one-night-only event will feature songs and stories from throughout Tveit's celebrated career
by BWW News Desk - Sep 27, 2018
Aaron Tveit, star of stage and screen, will bring his solo cabaret show to San Francisco's Marines' Memorial Theatre (609 Sutter St.) on Today, September 27 at 8 p.m. Presented by 'Feinstein's Presents'-Feinstein's at the Nikko's series showcasing world-class performers at larger venues throughout the Bay Area-this one-night-only event will feature songs and stories from throughout Tveit's celebrated career
The Kinsey Sicks Will Celebrate 25th Anniversary with THINGS YOU SHOULDN'T SAY
by Julie Musbach - Jul 18, 2018
The Kinsey Sicks, America's Favorite Dragapella Beautyshop Quartet, announced today that they will celebrate their 25th anniversary in San Francisco with their critically-acclaimed show, Things You Shouldn't Say.
by Julie Musbach - Jul 18, 2018
The Kinsey Sicks, America's Favorite Dragapella Beautyshop Quartet, announced today that they will celebrate their 25th anniversary in San Francisco with their critically-acclaimed show, Things You Shouldn't Say.
Aaron Tveit Brings Solo Cabaret Show to Memorial Theatre in San Francisco
by Julie Musbach - Jul 17, 2018
Aaron Tveit, star of stage and screen, will bring his solo cabaret show to San Francisco's Marines' Memorial Theatre (609 Sutter St.) on Thursday, September 27 at 8 p.m. Presented by 'Feinstein's Presents'-Feinstein's at the Nikko's series showcasing world-class performers at larger venues throughout the Bay Area-this one-night-only event will feature songs and stories from throughout Tveit's celebrated career
by Julie Musbach - Jul 17, 2018
Aaron Tveit, star of stage and screen, will bring his solo cabaret show to San Francisco's Marines' Memorial Theatre (609 Sutter St.) on Thursday, September 27 at 8 p.m. Presented by 'Feinstein's Presents'-Feinstein's at the Nikko's series showcasing world-class performers at larger venues throughout the Bay Area-this one-night-only event will feature songs and stories from throughout Tveit's celebrated career
African-American Shakespeare Company Tackles An American Classic With A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 2, 2018
For the first time in its 23-year history, the African-American Shakespeare Company will present A Streetcar Named Desire. As is the company's custom, each season they choose one non-Shakespeare play from the canon of American classics. Tennessee Williams' Streetcar follows in the footsteps of the company's well-received 2017 production of August Wilson's Jitney, also staged at Marines Memorial.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 2, 2018
For the first time in its 23-year history, the African-American Shakespeare Company will present A Streetcar Named Desire. As is the company's custom, each season they choose one non-Shakespeare play from the canon of American classics. Tennessee Williams' Streetcar follows in the footsteps of the company's well-received 2017 production of August Wilson's Jitney, also staged at Marines Memorial.
TENDERLY: THE ROSEMARY CLOONEY MUSICAL to Play The Carnegie
by BWW News Desk - Nov 4, 2017
From a humble Midwestern childhood in Northern Kentucky to topping the charts for nearly five decades, the story of Rosemary Clooney's remarkable journey is the focal point of the next production in The Carnegie's 2017-18 Theatre Series, TENDERLY: THE ROSEMARY CLOONEY MUSICAL, playing weekends Nov. 4 - 19, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - Nov 4, 2017
From a humble Midwestern childhood in Northern Kentucky to topping the charts for nearly five decades, the story of Rosemary Clooney's remarkable journey is the focal point of the next production in The Carnegie's 2017-18 Theatre Series, TENDERLY: THE ROSEMARY CLOONEY MUSICAL, playing weekends Nov. 4 - 19, 2017.
TENDERLY: THE ROSEMARY CLOONEY MUSICAL to Play The Carnegie
by BWW News Desk - Oct 3, 2017
From a humble Midwestern childhood in Northern Kentucky to topping the charts for nearly five decades, the story of Rosemary Clooney's remarkable journey is the focal point of the next production in The Carnegie's 2017-18 Theatre Series, TENDERLY: THE ROSEMARY CLOONEY MUSICAL, playing weekends Nov. 4 - 19, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - Oct 3, 2017
From a humble Midwestern childhood in Northern Kentucky to topping the charts for nearly five decades, the story of Rosemary Clooney's remarkable journey is the focal point of the next production in The Carnegie's 2017-18 Theatre Series, TENDERLY: THE ROSEMARY CLOONEY MUSICAL, playing weekends Nov. 4 - 19, 2017.
Jennifer Holliday to Bring 'MELLOW TONE' to Marines' Memorial Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jul 21, 2017
Tony and two-time Grammy Award winner Jennifer Holliday will bring Jennifer Holliday: In a Mellow Tone to San Francisco's Marines' Memorial Theatre (609 Sutter St.) for one performance only - Today, July 21 at 8 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - Jul 21, 2017
Tony and two-time Grammy Award winner Jennifer Holliday will bring Jennifer Holliday: In a Mellow Tone to San Francisco's Marines' Memorial Theatre (609 Sutter St.) for one performance only - Today, July 21 at 8 p.m.
Nick Adams Stars in ON THE TOWN, Beginning Tonight at The Gateway in Bellport Village
by BWW News Desk - Jun 28, 2017
On the Town, The 2014 Tony Award nominee for Best New Musical Revival opens at The Gateway in Bellport Village today, June 28 and runs through July 15.
by BWW News Desk - Jun 28, 2017
On the Town, The 2014 Tony Award nominee for Best New Musical Revival opens at The Gateway in Bellport Village today, June 28 and runs through July 15.
Tony & Two-Time Grammy Award winner Jennifer Holliday Comes to San Francisco 7/21
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 21, 2017
Tony and two-time Grammy Award winner Jennifer Holliday will bring Jennifer Holliday: In a Mellow Tone to San Francisco's Marines' Memorial Theatre (609 Sutter St.) for one performance only - Friday, July 21 at 8 p.m.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 21, 2017
Tony and two-time Grammy Award winner Jennifer Holliday will bring Jennifer Holliday: In a Mellow Tone to San Francisco's Marines' Memorial Theatre (609 Sutter St.) for one performance only - Friday, July 21 at 8 p.m.
Jennifer Holliday to Bring 'MELLOW TONE' to Marines' Memorial Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jun 21, 2017
Tony and two-time Grammy Award winner Jennifer Holliday will bring Jennifer Holliday: In a Mellow Tone to San Francisco's Marines' Memorial Theatre (609 Sutter St.) for one performance only - Friday, July 21 at 8 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - Jun 21, 2017
Tony and two-time Grammy Award winner Jennifer Holliday will bring Jennifer Holliday: In a Mellow Tone to San Francisco's Marines' Memorial Theatre (609 Sutter St.) for one performance only - Friday, July 21 at 8 p.m.
Nick Adams to Lead ON THE TOWN at The Gateway in Bellport Village
by BWW News Desk - Jun 20, 2017
On the Town, The 2014 Tony Award nominee for Best New Musical Revival opens at The Gateway in Bellport Village on Wednesday, June 28 and runs through July 15.
by BWW News Desk - Jun 20, 2017
On the Town, The 2014 Tony Award nominee for Best New Musical Revival opens at The Gateway in Bellport Village on Wednesday, June 28 and runs through July 15.
African-American Shakespeare Company Tackles an Authentic American Classic in August Wilson's JITNEY
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 30, 2017
The African American Shakespeare Company will present August Wilson's Jitney for the first time ever. Directed by AASC Artistic Director L Peter Callender, it reflects his long-simmering and personal vision of the play. As to why a company dedicated to Shakespeare would perform a play by a two-time Pulitzer winning contemporary playwright, African-American Shakespeare Company Artistic Director L. Peter Callender-who directed an award-winning version in 2016 at The American Stage Theater in Florida says-'I think of August Wilson as the Shakespeare of our time. I love Wilson's honesty, the 'anthropological aspect' of listening to real people and capturing the rhythms of their speech.'
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 30, 2017
The African American Shakespeare Company will present August Wilson's Jitney for the first time ever. Directed by AASC Artistic Director L Peter Callender, it reflects his long-simmering and personal vision of the play. As to why a company dedicated to Shakespeare would perform a play by a two-time Pulitzer winning contemporary playwright, African-American Shakespeare Company Artistic Director L. Peter Callender-who directed an award-winning version in 2016 at The American Stage Theater in Florida says-'I think of August Wilson as the Shakespeare of our time. I love Wilson's honesty, the 'anthropological aspect' of listening to real people and capturing the rhythms of their speech.'
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