A South African Journey: ‘The Suit’

Philemon is so opaque, so self-controlled, that you know as much about him at the end of the play as you did in the beginning. This opacity is a strength as much as a weakness.

‘Party People’ a revolution for the stage

"They said you can be an American."

Come to the DMV, old friend… with Don Reed

Actor Don Reed presents nine characters – beginning with Alberta – the first roadblock at the “appointments or no appointments” desk.
Mark Rucker interview

American Theatre remembers director Mark Rucker

"Living on in the love he not only inspired but actively cultivated—that is so Mark Rucker." – Catherine Sheehy, Yale School of Drama.
The Wizard of Oz

Lions, tigers, bears, and men lurking behind curtains

Not only does the script retain dialogue essential to the spirit of the thing, it's iconic moments give you the same hit as the original, with Arron Fried’s delectable Cowardly Lion infused with concentrated essence of Bert Lahr.

Broadway Under the Stars: From Baja beaches to Sonoma ruins, the remarkable story (Video)

This has to rank as one of the country's most incredible arts-related stories. The arts? Success? In 2016? Yes, yes and yes. It's an adventurous narrative. An outdoor theater among ruins? I can only make one smile. A glimmer of hope, perhaps, that there is room in this world of viral videos, emojis,...
An American in Paris Touring Company

Broadway musicals ‘Something Rotten’, ‘An American in Paris’ highlight upcoming SHN season

SHN has revealed its upcoming 2017/18 season and it looks like another strong line-up of Broadway musicals. See below for the full schedule and details. Those in and around the San Francisco Bay Area will get a chance to see the new show Something Rotten. Those that missed the riotous...
Quixote Nuevo - Cal Shakes Review by Ilana Walder Biesanz

Don Quixote rides (a tricycle) again at Cal Shakes

His quest is pointless, and often destructive. But he is fiercely loved by his family, neighbors, former students, and squire. May we all be so blessed.

In response to COVID-19 San Francisco theater is streaming shows, asking buyers to choose price point

Virtual tickets to 2 American Conservatory Theater productions are now on sale.
San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus announces Season 45

Holiday Spectacular and Disney Pride in Concert featured in San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus 45th season

Organizers this week announced the 45th season for the San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus. Featuring three concerts the line-up includes the return of the SFGMC's holiday tradition, Holiday Spectacular, and a return to the Davies Symphony Hall for Disney PRIDE in Concert, and a summer finale in 2023 with Hello...