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THE MATCHBOX MAGIC FLUTE Extends at Berkeley Rep Through Late December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2024

Berkeley Repertory Theatre has extended The Matchbox Magic Flute, the mesmerizing English language theatrical adaptation of Mozart's iconic Magic Flute adapted and directed by theatrical powerhouse Mary Zimmerman. 

Berkeley Rep to Present the West Coast Premiere of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2024

Direct from a twice-extended run on Broadway, Berkeley Rep will present the West Coast premiere of Jocelyn Bioh’s Tony Award-winning new comedy, JAJA’S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING. Amidst the lively buzz of a scorching summer, love ignites, dreams soar, and secrets unravel. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Berkeley Rep to Present the West Coast Premiere of THE MATCHBOX MAGIC FLUTE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 4, 2024

Mary Zimmerman will return to Berkeley Rep this fall with The Matchbox Magic Flute. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Berkeley Rep to Kick Off 24/25 Season with MEXODUS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2024

Kicking off its 2024/25 season, Berkeley Rep will present the West Coast premiere of the hip-hop remix, Mexodus.

GALILEO: A ROCK MUSICAL Starring Raúl Esparza Extends at Berkeley Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2024

Due to popular ticket demand, Berkeley Repertory Theatre has extended the world premiere musical, Galileo: A Rock Musical. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Video: Watch A Stripped Down Performance From The Cast Of Berkeley Rep's CULT OF LOVE
by Joshua Wright - Feb 22, 2024

Watch a stripped-down musical moment featuring the cast of Berkeley Rep's Cult of Love. In the all-new video, Lucas Near-Verbrugghe, Dan Hiatt, Chris Lowell, Luisa Sermol, and Kerstin Anderson perform 'A'Soalin' (Hey, Ho Nobody Home).'

Video: Go Behind The Scenes of CULT OF LOVE at Berkeley Rep
by Joshua Wright - Feb 9, 2024

Go behind the scenes of Cult of Love at Berkeley Rep in an all-new video looking at the show's scenic design.

Video: Audiences React to CULT OF LOVE at Berkeley Rep
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 4, 2024

See what audiences are saying about Cult of Love at Berkeley Rep in the video here!

Video: Watch a Trailer for Leslye Headland's CULT OF LOVE at Berkeley Rep
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 3, 2024

Watch a trailer featuring production footage from Berkley Rep's Cult of Love, currently running through March 3rd, here!

Cast and Creative Team Set For THE FAR COUNTRY at Berkeley Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2024

Berkeley Repertory Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for the West Coast premiere of Pulitzer Prize finalist Lloyd Suh’s The Far Country, performing at Berkeley Rep’s Peet’s Theatre beginning in March.

Video: Leslye Headland and Trip Cullman talk Cult of Love!
by Joshua Wright - Jan 23, 2024

Dive deep into the creative minds behind Cult of Love with an exclusive video interview featuring writer Leslye Headland and director Trip Cullman! Cult of Love begins previews this Friday, January 26th!

Emmy Award Winner W. Kamau Bell to Bring W. KAMAU BELL GETS HIS ACT TOGETHER to Berkeley Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 20, 2023

Berkeley Rep to present Emmy Award winner W. Kamau Bell in an upcoming event. Get all the details here.

Cast And Creative Team Set for For Leslye Headland's CULT OF LOVE at Berkeley Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 13, 2023

Berkeley Rep announces cast and creative team for Leslye Headland's 'Cult of Love'

Berkeley Repertory Theatre Releases Additional Tickets For David Cale's HARRY CLARKE
by Stephi Wild - Nov 22, 2023

Berkeley Repertory Theatre has announced the availability of additional tickets for David Cale's Harry Clarke for performances from Tuesday, November 28 through Sunday, December 23, 2023.

Berkeley Repertory Theatre Reveals Creative Team For HARRY CLARKE
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2023

Berkeley Repertory Theatre announced the creative team for David Cale’s Harry Clarke, starring Emmy and Tony Award winner Billy Crudup and directed by Leigh Silverman. Learn more about who is involved with the show here!

Berkeley Repertory Theatre Reveals Cast & Creative Team for Eisa Davis' BULRUSHER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2023

Berkeley Repertory Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team for Berkeley native Eisa Davis’ lyrical coming-of-age story, Bulrusher.

Kim Blanck, Stephanie Styles, Deirdre Lovejoy & More to Star in POTUS at Berkeley Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 2, 2023

Get the scoop on the newly announced cast for POTUS at Berkeley Repertory Theatre. Find out who will be taking the stage in this eagerly awaited production.

David Cale, Les Waters, Ryan J. Haddad & More to Take Part in Berkeley Rep's 2023 Ground Floor Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 14, 2023

Get a glimpse into the future of theater as Berkeley Rep announces the talented participants joining The Ground Floor program for 2023. From emerging artists to rising stars, explore the innovative works and fresh voices shaping the industry.

Billy Crudup to Reprise His Role in HARRY CLARKE at Berkeley Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 11, 2023

Emmy and Tony Award winner Billy Crudup will reprise his award–winning role in David Cale’s Harry Clarke, performing at Berkeley Rep’s Roda Theatre (2015 Addison St., Berkeley) November 15–December 23, 2023. 

Ari'el Stachel to Present New Solo Show OUT OF CHARACTER at Berkeley Rep This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2023

Closing out the 2022/23 season, Berkeley Repertory Theatre will present the world premiere of Tony Award winner Ari’el Stachel’s new solo show, Out of Character, performing at Berkeley Rep’s Peet’s Theatre (2025 Addison St., Berkeley) June 23–July 30, 2023.