San Jose Rep Announces 2007-08 SeasonMay 2, 2007San Jose Repertory Theatre, under the art direction of Timothy Near, announced their 2007-2008 Season with five of six plays. Tickets available now.
Blackbird at ACT, West Coast Premiere 4/27 - 5/27April 27, 2007American Conservatory Theater is proud to present the West Coast premiere Blackbird, written by David Harrower, and directed by Loretta Greco April 27 through May 27. An intimate and unflinching portrait of two individuals destroyed by an illicit love, 'Blackbird' officially opens Wednesday, May 2 at 8PM.
Mamma Mia! Hits SF September 5 - 22April 26, 2007'Mamma Mia!' the smash hit musical based on the songs of ABBA, returns to the Orpheum Theatre for a limited engagement September 5 - 22.
Duncan Sheik at The Independent 4/25April 25, 2007Duncan Sheik, alternative rock singer/songwriter, and composer of Broadway's 'Spring Awakening' will perform songs from his solo work at The Independent in San Francisco Wednesday, April 25 at 8PM.
A Conversation with Bill Irwin at NCTC 4/23April 22, 2007The New Conservatory Theatre Center presents 'A Conversation with Bill Irwin,' a discussion with the Tony-Award winning actor moderated by SF Chronicle theatre critic Robert Hurwitt at NCTC Monday, April 23 at 7PM.
McCormack Headlines ACT Ruby Jubilee Gala 4/22April 18, 2007The ACT Ruby Jubilee: Celebrating 40 Magical Seasons of ACT, a fundraiser for ACT's conservatory programs will be held Sunday, April 22 beginning at 5:30PM at The Four Seasons Hotel. Stage, film, and television star Eric McCormack will headline.
Justin Greer: From Curtain to ClassroomApril 17, 2007Justin Greer's passion for theatre has grown from the curtain to the classroom. Currently Dance Captain of 'The Producers,' he is now lending his talents as an arts educator for several New York programs and organizations, including Camp Broadway!
Jersey Boys in SF Extends through 9/30April 16, 2007'Jersey Boys,' winner of the 2006 Tony Award for Best Musical, will extend its run through September 30, 2007 at San Francisco's Curran Theatre.
Review: 'Merrily' Rolls Into TediumApril 15, 2007To close their 37th season, TheatreWorks tackles 'Merrily We Roll Along,' the self-proclaimed Broadway flop. They deserve a pat on the back. Just don't do it again.
Aurora Theatre New Play Readings, Includes Craig LucasApril 13, 2007Aurora Theatre Company announces the four play submission finalists for the Global Age Project (GAP), a new works initiative that promotes the creation of forward-looking theatre. Playwright Craig Lucas presents 'Subterranea' as the keystone play of the readings.
Review: White's 'Terre Haute' HauntsApril 11, 2007Edmund White's US premiere of 'Terre Haute' at San Francisco's New Conservatory Theatre Center is beautifully uncomfortable and exceptionally performed, putting us in the opposing minds of a terrorist and a novelist.
Michael McKean at Cal Performances April 15April 11, 2007Cal Performances at the University of California, Berkeley presents 'An Evening with Michael McKean: Reality at Arm's Length' as part of the 'Strictly Speaking' series. The event takes place Sunday, April 15 at 7PM in Zellerbach Hall A. Tickets are $20, $28, and $38.
Smokey Joe's Cafe at AMTSJ Opens April 10April 9, 2007American Musical Theatre of San Jose will sizzle and shake with 'Smokey Joe's Café,' the longest running musical revue in Broadway history. This rollicking show recreates 40 chart-topping hits from the legendary creative team of Jerry Leiber (lyrics) and Mike Stoller (music). Opening April 10 with performances through April 22.
NCTC Announces 2007-08 SeasonApril 7, 2007San Francisco's New Conservatory Theatre Center announces its 2007-08 season, which includes eight full-scale productions, a special holiday cabaret series, and a limited engagement of an off-Broadway hit!
Private Jokes, Public Places at Aurora Opens April 12April 5, 2007Aurora Theatre Company presents 'Private Jokes, Public Places,' a biting academic satire by Oren Safdie. Tony-nominated director Barbara Damashek helms this take-no-prisoners comedy playing April 6 through May 13 (opening April 12) at the Aurora Theatre in Berkeley.
Blue Door at Berkeley Rep Opens April 11April 4, 2007'Blue Door,' a breathtaking new play with music, from promising young playwright Tanya Barfield and directed by acclaimed actor Delroy Lindo, begins previews at Berkeley Rep's Thrust Stage on April 6, opens April 11, and closes May 20.