Long-running Broadway smash "Deathtrap" has been slaying audiences for years with its masterful mix of laughter and suspense, and now you can experience all the madcap action at The Gateway Theatre in... [more+]

Long-running Broadway smash "Deathtrap" has been slaying audiences for years with its masterful mix of laughter and suspense, and now you can experience all the madcap action at The Gateway Theatre in San Francisco. In this diabolical tale by Ira Levin ("The Stepford Wives", "Rosemary's Baby"), a once-successful and now-desperate playwright embarks on a fateful collaboration with one of his college-seminar students in pursuit of a much-needed hit. But their partnership kicks off a series of plot twists and turns that'll scare, surprise and delight you until the very end. [less-]

Join comedian Alonzo Bodden for an evening of, as he puts it, "cynically good-natured" stand-up comedy. The third-season champ of NBC's "Last Comic Standing", the New York native has also performed hi... [more+]

Join comedian Alonzo Bodden for an evening of, as he puts it, "cynically good-natured" stand-up comedy. The third-season champ of NBC's "Last Comic Standing", the New York native has also performed his sharp observational stand-up on "Late Night with Conan O'Brien", "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" "Comedy Central Presents" and other TV shows. He's also appeared in a number of feature films, including the Steve Martin movie "Bringing Down the House", "The Girl Next Door" and "Scary Movie 4". [less-]

Widely considered one of the top three ballet companies in America, San Francisco Ballet invites you to attend three performances from its 2019 season in the beautiful War Memorial Opera House. Your S... [more+]

Widely considered one of the top three ballet companies in America, San Francisco Ballet invites you to attend three performances from its 2019 season in the beautiful War Memorial Opera House. Your SF Ballet experience begins with "Lyric Voices", a triple bill with Trey McIntyre's "Your Flesh Shall be a Great Poem". Set to music by Chris Garneau, the quirky and imaginative piece explores powerful ties across generations. Christopher Wheeldon's tech-influenced ballet "Bound To" and a world premiere from Yuri Possokhov round out the evening. In "The Little Mermaid", choreographer John Neumeier and composer Lera Auerbach put a contemporary, adult spin on the classic fairy tale for a heart-wrenching tale of sacrifice and unrequited love. Declared "a masterpiece" by "SF Chronicle", Alexei Ratmansky's "Shostakovich Trilogy" ends the season on an ultimate high note with three “fascinating, poetic, and enigmatic” ("The New York Times") ballets: Symphony No. 9, Chamber Symphony, and Piano Concerto No. 1. Experience the best in contemporary ballet with this three-show package from San Francisco Ballet. [less-]

Don't miss John Rutter's enchanting "Requiem", performed by the Masterwork Festival Chorus under the direction of conductor Sandra Snow at San Francisco's majestic Grace Cathedral. Rutter's riveting "... [more+]

Don't miss John Rutter's enchanting "Requiem", performed by the Masterwork Festival Chorus under the direction of conductor Sandra Snow at San Francisco's majestic Grace Cathedral. Rutter's riveting "Requiem" is a seven-movement musical adaption of the Roman Catholic Requiem Mass, beginning with the Requiem and ending with Lux Aeterna, using Latin text, as well as English, throughout the mass. This concert also features a wonderful selection of choral works performed by the Raymond J. Fisher Middle School Advanced Choir, conducted by Lauren Diez. Don't miss this evening of heavenly choral music in the historic and awe-inspiring surroundings of Grace Cathedral! [less-]

The ‘80s had aerobics. The ‘90s had Tae Bo. We have yoga. It’s exercise, it’s enlightenment … it’s big business. And in the world of Dipika Guha’s "Yoga Play", apparel giant Jojomon is k... [more+]

The ‘80s had aerobics. The ‘90s had Tae Bo. We have yoga. It’s exercise, it’s enlightenment … it’s big business. And in the world of Dipika Guha’s "Yoga Play", apparel giant Jojomon is king – until a scandal sends the company into a freefall that no amount of comfortable, breathable fabric will get them out of. Desperate to recover their earnings and reputation, newly hired CEO Joan stakes everything on a plan so crazy, it just might work. Come along on a journey to enlightenment in a world determined to sell it in this production from San Francisco Playhouse. [less-]

Melanie Comarcho is one of the most sought-after opening acts in comedy, as well as being a solid headliner. She's toured with Martin Lawrence, Katt Williams, Chris Tucker and more. She also just fini... [more+]

Melanie Comarcho is one of the most sought-after opening acts in comedy, as well as being a solid headliner. She's toured with Martin Lawrence, Katt Williams, Chris Tucker and more. She also just finished writing, directing, and starring in her own feature film, and her television credits include Comedy Central, "The Chris Rock Show, Vibe, The Keenan Ivory Wayans Show, Def Comedy Jam, Arsenio Hall" and "The Soul Train Comedy Awards". This experienced club comedian has performed on stages all over the nation, and now the Inglewood, California native brings her stand-up show to Tommy T's in Pleasanton. [less-]

The San Francisco Symphony takes on the intoxicating romanticism of Schumann and the joyful spirit of the Viennese “King of the Waltz” Johann Strauss Jr. for their latest concert at Davies Symphon... [more+]

The San Francisco Symphony takes on the intoxicating romanticism of Schumann and the joyful spirit of the Viennese “King of the Waltz” Johann Strauss Jr. for their latest concert at Davies Symphony Hall. Manfred Honeck is set to wield the baton for this special collection of Strauss favorites, which includes several delightful polkas, plus the famed Overture to "Die Fledermaus". Also on tap is Schumann's enchanting fantasia-like Piano Concerto in A minor, performed by acclaimed German pianist Lars Vogt. [less-]

Montreal circus troupe 7 Fingers will make your jaw drop with their ability to blend uncanny feats of acrobatics with avant-garde detours in dance, comedy and narrative that plumb the depths of the hu... [more+]

Montreal circus troupe 7 Fingers will make your jaw drop with their ability to blend uncanny feats of acrobatics with avant-garde detours in dance, comedy and narrative that plumb the depths of the human spirit. In their new show, "Reversible", eight astonishingly talented performers mix theater, movement and music into vignettes exploring the histories of their own families. Moments of sublime grace yield to rushes of pure adrenaline as the ensemble travels through time and space on an epic journey of beauty, emotion and hope. Catch this groundbreaking act as they come to Cal Performances' Zellerbach Hall in Berkeley. [less-]

Get ready for a high-energy Cinderella, with a not-so-familiar story line. Filled with dance, song, and a storyline a cut above, "Sincerella (Black Cinderella)" is making its debut at the Black Repert... [more+]

Get ready for a high-energy Cinderella, with a not-so-familiar story line. Filled with dance, song, and a storyline a cut above, "Sincerella (Black Cinderella)" is making its debut at the Black Repertory Group in Berkeley. This original piece is a transformative journey of a timeless classic. If you want a production with fabulous sets, fabulous costumes, dynamic singing and a host of spectacular actors, you've got it with "Sincerella (Black Cinderella)". [less-]

Take it back to the old school -- from N.W.A. to Rakim, Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre to Puff Daddy and the Notorious B.I.G. -- and relive the golden age of rap when DJ Paul plucks vinyl after vinyl to play ... [more+]

Take it back to the old school -- from N.W.A. to Rakim, Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre to Puff Daddy and the Notorious B.I.G. -- and relive the golden age of rap when DJ Paul plucks vinyl after vinyl to play and get your body grooving. Paul, the founder of "The Bomb Hip-Hop Magazine" and its offshoot record label, Bomb Hip-Hop Records, knows how to get a party started -- he's been spinning records since 1984. In this performance, Paul rocks the house with old school hip-hop hits from 1979 to 1999. Pop, lock and drop it at San Fransisco's Public Works. [less-]

Writer-performer John Fisher -- who's won just about every award ever given for Bay Area theater -- brings his latest one-man show to San Francisco after a prize-winning run at New York City's United ... [more+]

Writer-performer John Fisher -- who's won just about every award ever given for Bay Area theater -- brings his latest one-man show to San Francisco after a prize-winning run at New York City's United Solo Festival. In "A History of World War II: The D-Day Invasion to the Fall of Berlin", Fisher recommends the best books on the subject, comments on the cutest battlefield generals and then provides pertinent info on the hottest actors who played said soldiers in the movies. Lauded by the "Chronicle", which says his plays "bristle with wit, intelligence, and a wonderfully developed theatrical instinct," Fisher's new work comes to The Marsh SF MainStage. [less-]

After five award-winning solo shows, an off-Broadway run, appearances on "The Tonight Show", Netflix, Amazon Prime, NBC and elsewhere, Don Reed lets loose with his latest one-man comedy-variety show, ... [more+]

After five award-winning solo shows, an off-Broadway run, appearances on "The Tonight Show", Netflix, Amazon Prime, NBC and elsewhere, Don Reed lets loose with his latest one-man comedy-variety show, complete with irreverent sketches, edgy stand-up, short films and music. From original characters to celeb impressions, Reed does it all, and he's a regular at the Marsh, where he's staged hit shows like "Can You Dig It?, East 14th" and "The '80s", among many more. Catch his latest at the Berkeley stage. [less-]

For some 30 years, Cobb's Comedy Club has been one of the hottest venues on the stand-up circuit, hosting both up-and-comers and established comics. Known for developing some of the country's top perf... [more+]

For some 30 years, Cobb's Comedy Club has been one of the hottest venues on the stand-up circuit, hosting both up-and-comers and established comics. Known for developing some of the country's top performers -- including stars like Robin Williams, Patton Oswalt and Margaret Cho -- the club's famed showcases feature the funniest rising comics in the Bay Area and beyond, many of whom already boast major TV credits. A fixture in San Francisco's famous North Beach, Cobb's offers a complete dinner menu and full-service bar for a complete evening of entertainment. [less-]

What's in a name? A minefield of misplaced notions — some comical, some sad and some demeaning. Playwright Irma Herrera's observations from the front lines, notes from American history, and laugh ou... [more+]

What's in a name? A minefield of misplaced notions — some comical, some sad and some demeaning. Playwright Irma Herrera's observations from the front lines, notes from American history, and laugh out-loud humor allow us to consider what it will take for all of us to get along. When Herrera gives her name its correct Spanish pronunciation, some people assume she's a foreigner. She's not. Herrera proudly claims her Tejano roots and her Mexican and American identity as well as her native languages: Spanish and English. Her solo play "Why Would I Mispronounce My Own Name?" sheds light and throws shade on our prejudices and assumptions. Enjoy it at The Marsh Berkeley. [less-]

With numerous No. 1 releases, Steinway artist and composer Chad Lawson's latest recording, "re:piano", pushes the envelope with elements of looping piano and effects. His last release, "The Chopin Var... [more+]

With numerous No. 1 releases, Steinway artist and composer Chad Lawson's latest recording, "re:piano", pushes the envelope with elements of looping piano and effects. His last release, "The Chopin Variations", brought new interpretations to the poet of the piano. With an unmatched versatility that comes from dabbling in various musical genres throughout his long life as a musician, Lawson is one of the most exciting and dynamic pianists working today. Catch this virtuoso live when he comes to the Herbst Theatre at the San Francisco War Memorial Building. [less-]

Writer-performer Adam Strauss, whose acclaimed one-man show "The Mushroom Cure" is appearing on the Marsh's main stage, brings his new work to the Upstairs Studio Theater. The latest segment of Straus... [more+]

Writer-performer Adam Strauss, whose acclaimed one-man show "The Mushroom Cure" is appearing on the Marsh's main stage, brings his new work to the Upstairs Studio Theater. The latest segment of Strauss' cosmic comic journey through life finds him still struggling with his debilitating obsessive-compulsive disorder and beginning to grapple with the big questions, like the existence of god and the definition of truth. A New York Fringe Festival winner, Strauss now delves into the "Uncertainty Principle" in San Francisco. [less-]

From the top-quality live musical guests to its exceptional Southern cuisine, Biscuits & Blues is the perfect San Francisco spot to enjoy a night of down-home entertainment nearly every night of the w... [more+]

From the top-quality live musical guests to its exceptional Southern cuisine, Biscuits & Blues is the perfect San Francisco spot to enjoy a night of down-home entertainment nearly every night of the week. Located in the heart of the theater district, this intimate venue hosts the best regional and national blues and jazz acts in a comfortable, close-up setting that's open to all ages. Voted America's No. 1 blues nightclub by The Blues Foundation and the Bay Area Blues Society, it's also known for serving up some of the best fried chicken in the entire region, not to mention California wines, microbrews and specialty cocktails. [less-]

San Francisco is where a copywriter named Phyllis Diller first stepped out onto the stand-up stage (and stayed there for an astonishing 87 weeks). San Francisco is also where a high school dropout nam... [more+]

San Francisco is where a copywriter named Phyllis Diller first stepped out onto the stand-up stage (and stayed there for an astonishing 87 weeks). San Francisco is also where a high school dropout named Margaret Cho started doing open mics, and where Robin Williams discovered an ex-IHOP waitress named Paula Poundstone, and ... See the pattern? The gender revolution that led to the current renaissance of American comedy started here and continues still, as recent rising stars Ali Wong and Emily Heller prove. Now "Really Funny Comedians (Who Happen to Be Women)" sweeps into Cobb's Comedy Club to introduce you to the next crop of brilliant up-and-coming female comedians. [less-]

Comedian, actor and TV host Adam Ferrara brings his high-energy act to Cobb's. Ferrara is best known for playing Chief "Needles" Nelson alongside Denis Leary on FX's "Rescue Me", and for co-hosting th... [more+]

Comedian, actor and TV host Adam Ferrara brings his high-energy act to Cobb's. Ferrara is best known for playing Chief "Needles" Nelson alongside Denis Leary on FX's "Rescue Me", and for co-hosting the History Channel's "Top Gear USA", but he's also performed stand-up on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno", "The Late Show with David Letterman", "The View", and two of his own Comedy Central specials. His acting roles also include CBS's "King of Queens" and the films "Paul Blart: Mall Cop" and "Definitely, Maybe". [less-]

A Nigerian woman traveling from Lagos to visit her mother and American-born sister for the first time in two decades arrives to a snowy landscape and even chillier truths inside a small Manhattan apar... [more+]

A Nigerian woman traveling from Lagos to visit her mother and American-born sister for the first time in two decades arrives to a snowy landscape and even chillier truths inside a small Manhattan apartment as African traditions clash with American realities in "Her Portmanteau". This is just one chapter in playwright Mfoniso Udofia’s sweeping nine-part saga that offers a tender and hopeful window into an evolving family. "The New York Times" calls it "powerful" and "moving," while the "Los Angeles Times" says it's "masterfully written ... defies preconceptions and expectations.” Catch this humorous and heartfelt story at A.C.T.'s Strand Theater in San Francisco. [less-]