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Norwegian soloist Tine Thing Helseth opens the season with Tomasi’s formidable Trumpet Concerto performed with her signature lyricism and warmth.

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‘Let The Trumpet Sound’ to open 20th anniversary Symphony San Jose season

BY MONICA TURNER — 09.07.2022

Symphony San Jose announced this week that Let The Trumpet Sound will open its 20th anniversary season. From the announcement: During its 20th Anniversary concert…

The Rhino Return of the Great Tina D'Elia (Overlooked Latinas, Groucho – A Queer Loca)

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San Francisco Stage: Theatre Rhinoceros Announces its 2022-23 Season “In The Castro!”

BY MONICA TURNER — 09.02.2022

Live! In-Person! In the Castro!

Every Brilliant Thing - City Lights Theater - San Jose

Theater and Stage

What’s Happening: ‘Every Brilliant Thing’ to open City Lights 40th season in San Jose

BY MONICA TURNER — 08.30.2022

City Lights Theater Company this week announced Every Brilliant Thing will open its 40th season on September 15, 2022. From the San Jose non-profit’s announcement:…

Film Reviews

Film Review: ‘Breaking’ showcases superb performances from Boyega, Beharie, Leyva and Williams as the tension builds

BY JEANNE POWELL — 08.26.2022

Brian’s cause? Find a way to get the VA to give him the $892 he is owed.

Oakland Theater Project Presents Reimagined Classic of Arthur Miller’s The Crucible

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Oakland Theater Project to present reimagined classic of Arthur Miller’s ‘The Crucible’

BY MONICA TURNER — 08.23.2022

A not-too-distant future, where democracy has devolved into theocracy and oppressive forces are ripe for revolt.

Evita in Concert - 42nd Street Moon, San Francisco

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San Francisco Stage: ‘Evita’ to open 42nd Street Moon 2022-2023 season

BY MONICA TURNER — 08.19.2022

42nd Street Moon has revealed its line-up for the 2022-2023 season which runs from September 2022 through June 2023. Two stage concerts will be presented…

Wuthering Heights - Berkeley Rep Theatre

Theater and Stage

What’s Happening: Berkeley Rep opening nights 2022/2023

BY MONICA TURNER — 08.16.2022

Berkeley Rep Theatre has revealed its line-up and opening nights for 2022-2023. Wes Children’s Wuthering Heights opens the season on November 22,2022. Next up is…

A.C.T. opens 2022/23 season with "Passengers" from The 7 Fingers

Theater and Stage

San Francisco Stage: A.C.T. to open 2022-2023 season with ‘Passengers’ from The 7 Fingers

BY STARK INSIDER — 08.03.2022

A one-of-a-kind theatrical experience

San Francisco Jewish Film Festival - Karaoke opening night at The Castro Theatre

Independent Film

‘Karaoke’ opens San Francisco Jewish Film Festival at The Castro Theatre

BY STARK INSIDER — 07.20.2022

Director Moshe Rosenthal’s Karaoke is scheduled to open the San Francisco Jewish Film Festival. Now in its 42nd year, the SFJFF opening night will take…

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Bay Area Arts: ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ to kick off TheatreWorks Silicon Valley’s 52nd season

BY MONICA TURNER — 07.14.2022

TheatreWorks Silicon Valley this week announced the schedule for its upcoming season. Now in its 52nd year, the season opens with campy classic musical Little…