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BIO

Broadway: The King and I (King, Kralahome). Tour: The King and I. Regional: The Orphan of Zhao - American Conservatory Theater, La Jolla Playhouse; Major Barbara - American Conservatory Theater, Theatre Calgary; Yellowjackets - Berkeley Repertory Theater; Hamlet, American Night: The Ballad of Juan Jose - California Shakespeare Theater; Posibilidad, or Death of the Worker - San Francisco Mime Troupe; Fuku Americanus - Campo Santo. Bachelor of Arts in Drama, San Francisco State

STAGE CREDITS

[US Tour]
Lincoln Center National Tour, 2016
Kralahome

[Broadway]
Lincoln Center Theatre Broadway Revival, 2015
Ensemble


News


Review: A RED CAROL at Z Space
by Steve Murray - Dec 17, 2024

What did our critic think of A RED CAROL at Z Space?
The Magic Theatre 2025 Performances Passes Available Now
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 25, 2024

MAGIC THEATRE announced that 2025 performance passes are now available, offering theatergoers the opportunity to experience a diverse lineup of productions throughout the upcoming season.
Interview: Andrea Gordon of READING SERIES EXTRAVAGANZA at Magic Theatre
by Jim Munson - Jul 16, 2024

BroadwayWorld talks to Bay Area theater great Andrea Gordon about Magic Theatre's new 'Reading Series Extravaganza.' Gordon is presenting a different new play each month through December, featuring a bevy of well-known local actors. Tickets are available free of charge.
Berkeley Repertory Theatre Reveals Recipients of the 2024 Charles Dean Award
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2024

Berkeley Repertory Theatre and The Robinson Family Fund for the Arts have announced that Bay Area actors Steven Anthony Jones and Joy Carlin are recipients of the 2024 Charles Dean Award.
World Premiere of DIRTY WHITE TESLAS MAKE ME SAD to be Presented by The Magic Theatre and Campo Santo
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2024

The Magic Theatre and Campo Santo will present the world premiere of 'Dirty White Teslas Make Me Sad' by Ashley Smiley.
Magic Theatre Launches 2024 Performance Passes, Including 4 World Premiere Plays
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2023

Experience the thrill of 4 world premiere plays at the Magic Theatre in 2024. Don't miss out on these exciting performances, including Dirty White Teslas Make Me Sad, Garuda's Wing, Richard II, and Jerry Garcia in the Lower Mission. Get your passes now and be part of the magic! (Dates: February 28 - March 17, June 5 - 23, August 22 - September 28).
Word For Word's Season Opener HOME Will Tour France in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2023

In May Word for Word’s Production of George Saunders HOME will go to France, on May 10 to Angers and May 16 to Paris. This follows a run in San francisco where Words for Words’ first season production was received enthusiastically by audiences and press alike.
Word for Word's Off the Page Staged Reading Series Continues Next Week
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2023

Word for Word's Off the Page staged reading series is back for 2023. The next performance is on March 27, 7 pm at the American Bookbinders Museum and will feature two stories by Kevin Barry, “Who’s Dead McCarthy” and 'The Wintersongs,' both directed by Word for Word Core Company Member Paul Finocchiaro. 
HOME By George Saunders Will Be Performed By Word For Word at Z Below Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2023

Word for Word’s 30th Season opens with HOME by George Saunders, April 8 - 29 at Z Below. Word for Word has a long history of adapting stories by George Saunders. HOME is about a war veteran returning to a home that is increasingly cruel and absurd, and his quest for understanding and compassion.
Word For Word Announces 30th Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 1, 2023

Word for Word and Z Space 30th Season opens with HOME by George Saunders April 8 - 29 at Z Below. Word for Word has a long history of adapting stories by both George Saunders and Greg Sarris.
Photos: First Look At THE TRAVELERS At The Magic Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2023

The Magic Theatre has released first look photos for the World Premiere of Luis Alfaro’s The Travelers. Directed by Catherine Castellanos, The Travelers will perform from February 15 – March 5, 2023 at Magic Theatre’s Fort Mason.
Interview: Luis Alfaro of THE TRAVELERS at Magic Theatre Explores the Heartland, Our Migrant Roots & Lost Connections
by Jim Munson - Feb 15, 2023

BroadwayWorld talks to celebrated playwright Luis Alfaro about the world premiere production of his new play 'The Travelers' running at San Francisco's Magic Theatre February 15 to March 5. The play explores the heartland, our immigrant roots and lost connections.
12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld San Francisco Awards; Transcendence Theatre Company Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 19, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld San Francisco Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld San Francisco Awards; at Ray of Light Theatre Leads Best Ensemble Performance!
by BWW - Dec 12, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld San Francisco Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld San Francisco Awards; Ray of Light Theatre Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW - Dec 5, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld San Francisco Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
First Stats Released For The BroadwayWorld San Francisco Awards; Ray of Light's KINKY BOOTS Leads Best Musical
by BWW Staff - Nov 21, 2022

The first live standings have been announced for the 2022 BroadwayWorld San Francisco Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.
Berkeley Rep Announces Recipients of the 2022 Charles Dean Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2022

Berkeley Repertory Theatre and The Robinson Family Fund for the Arts announced that Bay Area actors Cathleen Riddley and Brian Rivera are recipients of the 2022 Charles Dean Award.
Staged Reading of HOME Comes to American Bookbinders Museum This Weekend
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2022

The American Bookbinders Museum, The Yerba Buena Community District and Word for Word present a staged reading of Home by George Saunders Directed by Sheila Balter. The event is on Saturday, October 8 at 7pm at the American Bookbinders Museum 355 Clementina Street, San Francisco, CA  94103.
Ed Harris to Take Part in Magic Theatre's 2022 Gala in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2022

Magic Theatre announced that the Company will host its 2022 Gala MAGIC THEATRE GALA AND AFTERPARTY at One Fort Mason in San Francisco on Thursday, August 11, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. Joining the evening as their Special Guest will be the Legend Ed Harris- bringing the history of the Magic glory to today.
BWW Review: THE GREAT KHAN at SF Playhouse
by Steve Murray - Oct 29, 2021

A traumatized black teen works his way through buffoonish white liberalism, racist oppression, a protective mother, and his desire to fight the good fight against his repressors in Michael Gene Sullivan's well-crafted, fully realized fantasia. Opening their 19th season with this collaboration with the SF Mime troupe, director Darryl V. Jones turns Sullivan's witty cross millennial odyssey into a universal polemic on racism and stereotypes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Brian Rivera been in?

Brian Rivera has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Brian Rivera been in?

Brian Rivera has not appeared in the West End.

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