With romantic songs under the night sky and a nearby cafe open, this evening with Lionel Richie is the perfect date night, and almost like a date with the legend himself. Say "Hello" to the romantic i... [more+]

With romantic songs under the night sky and a nearby cafe open, this evening with Lionel Richie is the perfect date night, and almost like a date with the legend himself. Say "Hello" to the romantic icon with classics like “All Night Long,” “Endless Love” and many more at Frost Amphitheater. [less-]

The San Francisco Symphony ushers in the summer concert season at Davies Hall with a pair of rousing works. Concertmaster and violin soloist Alexander Barantschik takes the lead on J.S. Bach's Violin ... [more+]

The San Francisco Symphony ushers in the summer concert season at Davies Hall with a pair of rousing works. Concertmaster and violin soloist Alexander Barantschik takes the lead on J.S. Bach's Violin Concerto No. 2, a lovely, lighthearted piece that brings the best of the baroque to life. Then, Juraj Valčuha conducts Shostakovich's Symphony No. 8, written and performed in Moscow in 1943, a powerful, passionate reaction to the long and difficult wartime period. [less-]

As part of the yearly Festival of New Works, the Best of PlayGround at Potrero Stage in San Francisco showcases the top six 10-minute plays from the season’s Monday Night Series. The featured plays ... [more+]

As part of the yearly Festival of New Works, the Best of PlayGround at Potrero Stage in San Francisco showcases the top six 10-minute plays from the season’s Monday Night Series. The featured plays will be announced after the final Monday Night PlayGround of the season, on April 1. [less-]

The famous Whoopi Goldberg movie that became the hit musical now gets the Rhino twist when a drag queen singer has to go into hiding as a nun. But she's not the only nun in drag — not at Rhino! Feat... [more+]

The famous Whoopi Goldberg movie that became the hit musical now gets the Rhino twist when a drag queen singer has to go into hiding as a nun. But she's not the only nun in drag — not at Rhino! Featuring original music by Tony- and eight-time Oscar winner Alan Menken ("Newsies," "Beauty and the Beast," and "Little Shop of Horrors"), this endlessly entertaining Theatre Rhinoceros take on "Sister Act" (directed and choreographed by AeJay Mitchell) can be enjoyed at The Gateway Theatre in San Francisco. [less-]

When Joe returns from college to take the reins of his family’s traveling circus, he finds the sideshow performers under the big top, an animal trainer with no animals, a wire-walker grounded since ... [more+]

When Joe returns from college to take the reins of his family’s traveling circus, he finds the sideshow performers under the big top, an animal trainer with no animals, a wire-walker grounded since the loss of her formerly conjoined twin, and a show struggling to find its footing in the modern world. To save the circus, everyone will have to face long-buried truths and rediscover the power of circus magic. Enjoy the world premiere of "A History of Freaks" at San Francisco’s Potrero Stage. [less-]

With their successful blend of improvised comedy and song continuing to entertain the semi-masses on a weekly basis, the Secret Improv Society's popular theatrical shows are not so clandestine anymore... [more+]

With their successful blend of improvised comedy and song continuing to entertain the semi-masses on a weekly basis, the Secret Improv Society's popular theatrical shows are not so clandestine anymore. A bunch of San Francisco's best improvisers, comedians and musicians often come out to play with the sharp-witted regular cast, too. It all results in a fast-paced, high-energy revue, featuring plenty of audience input and interaction. Volunteers can even join the fun onstage. No two shows are ever identical, so repeat visits to this Shelton Theater laugh fest are strongly suggested. [less-]

The Reveal Experience defines the Micro Fest experience, bringing the biggest celebrities, musicians, influencers, and great minds together in the technology epicenter of the world, The San Francisco ... [more+]

The Reveal Experience defines the Micro Fest experience, bringing the biggest celebrities, musicians, influencers, and great minds together in the technology epicenter of the world, The San Francisco Bay Area. The Main Stage features a keynote speech by Gary Vaynerchuk along with major music, technology, beauty, activist, and sports icons soon to be revealed. This lineup will be unlike anything ever assembled under one roof and will truly be groundbreaking. [less-]

"Submission" is a standup comedy show at the SF Armory Club. Every Friday night, top comedians from the Bay Area (SF Sketchfest, Cobbs, Punch Line) perform their hardest-hitting material and, just to ... [more+]

"Submission" is a standup comedy show at the SF Armory Club. Every Friday night, top comedians from the Bay Area (SF Sketchfest, Cobbs, Punch Line) perform their hardest-hitting material and, just to keep things interesting, a member of the San Francisco kink community shares some tips and tricks. Grab a craft cocktail from the bar upstairs and prepare for a night of laughter with a touch of kink. [less-]

Magician and mindreader David Gerard is back with new magic and mentalism for 2019. Over 75 minutes, David's 20 years of experience with the mystery arts are on display, showcasing a wide range of mag... [more+]

Magician and mindreader David Gerard is back with new magic and mentalism for 2019. Over 75 minutes, David's 20 years of experience with the mystery arts are on display, showcasing a wide range of magic and mindreading effects. A top hit with Silicon Valley companies and event planners, David's shows at PianoFight in San Francisco are the only place to catch him performing this new material. [less-]

It's one of the most influential books of all time, and yet its origins remain somewhat mysterious. In "The Good Book", Denis O'Hare and Lisa Peterson weave themes of devotion, creation and legacy int... [more+]

It's one of the most influential books of all time, and yet its origins remain somewhat mysterious. In "The Good Book", Denis O'Hare and Lisa Peterson weave themes of devotion, creation and legacy into the story of the place where human faith and divine inspiration intersect: the Bible. A young man tries to reconcile his identity with his dream of becoming a priest, while a modern-day Biblical scholar and atheist struggles with doubt. Their stories highlight an incredible exploration into how the Bible came to be. From ancient Mesopotamia to medieval Ireland to suburban America, this production of "The Good Book" at Peet's Theatre at Berkeley Rep takes you on a powerful and exuberant journey through the most enduring book in Western history. [less-]

It slayed in London, it killed on Broadway, and now the musical adaptation of "American Psycho" brings all the bloody good fun to Victoria Theatre in San Francisco. This Ray of Light Theatre productio... [more+]

It slayed in London, it killed on Broadway, and now the musical adaptation of "American Psycho" brings all the bloody good fun to Victoria Theatre in San Francisco. This Ray of Light Theatre production is based on Bret Easton Ellis' notorious novel, which was later made into a cult film starring Christian Bale, "American Psycho" takes place in decadent 1980s Manhattan, and follows Patrick Bateman, a slick investment banker with impeccable taste, unquenchable desires and a soft spot for Huey Lewis albums. But at night, Bateman takes part in a darker indulgence. Experience this "brilliant and absorbing musical" ("London Evening Standard") featuring a score by Duncan Sheik, the Tony and Grammy Award-winning composer of "Spring Awakening". [less-]

Poet Sylvia Plath returns to her burial place in West Yorkshire, England to view the fourth replacement of her tombstone. The previous ones have been defaced by feminists who chiseled off her married ... [more+]

Poet Sylvia Plath returns to her burial place in West Yorkshire, England to view the fourth replacement of her tombstone. The previous ones have been defaced by feminists who chiseled off her married name, claiming it was Ted Hughes who caused Sylvia’s death. Did he? Was her suicide at 30 a good career move? Would she do it again? And what does it say to us today? Find out when "Who Killed Sylvia Plath", written by award-winning playwright Lynne Kaufman, comes to The Marsh San Francisco MainStage Theater. [less-]

It's easy to try and reduce MC Hammer's meteoric rise to fame down to parachute pants, stutter-steps and Rick James samples, but if you were around when Hammer ruled the airwaves in the early '90s, th... [more+]

It's easy to try and reduce MC Hammer's meteoric rise to fame down to parachute pants, stutter-steps and Rick James samples, but if you were around when Hammer ruled the airwaves in the early '90s, then you remember what a pop cultural force he was. And if you weren't there, now's your chance to find out what all the hoopla was about -- and why the world couldn't get enough of smash hits like "U Can't Touch This" and "Too Legit to Quit." The three-time Grammy winner comes to Mountain Winery with En Vogue and Tone Loc. One of the biggest female pop acts since The Supremes, En Vogue's fusion of R&B with new jack swing and hip-hop rhythms made them one of the '90s best-selling musical groups with hits like "My Lovin' (You're Never Gonna Get It)," "You Don't Have to Worry," "Free Your Mind" and "Don't Let Go." Tone Loc's famed for his distinctive voice and unmistakable delivery, which made the song "Wild Thing" a Grammy-winning hit. [less-]

After years of performing and teaching Argentine Tango worldwide, Maestro Estigarribia returns to SFIAF with more. This time although traditional tango will be featured, he will be focusing on his lat... [more+]

After years of performing and teaching Argentine Tango worldwide, Maestro Estigarribia returns to SFIAF with more. This time although traditional tango will be featured, he will be focusing on his latest original piano compositions. Having a rather eclectic background, Pablo bases his new work in tango structure and expression, but opens the door to jazz and classical influences that will shape the music in a unique manner. Ardently committed to the mission of unveiling Tango in concert halls, he will feature pieces from "Tangos Para Piano" -- a Premio Gardel award-winning album -- and premiere new pieces with guest artists from the Bay Area in his effort to share his unique vision with local musicians. [less-]

One of the most bankable -- and likable -- stars in country music lights up the Shoreline Amphitheatre at Mountain View this summer. Brad Paisley's sold more than 12 million albums, won three Grammy A... [more+]

One of the most bankable -- and likable -- stars in country music lights up the Shoreline Amphitheatre at Mountain View this summer. Brad Paisley's sold more than 12 million albums, won three Grammy Awards and become a member of the Grand Ole Opry. His swift rise to the top came on the strength of his original songs, often laced with humor and pop-culture references, not to mention his insane guitar talent. He never fails to put out crowd-pleasing tunes that hit the sweet spot between country and pop, with favorites like "Whiskey Lullaby," "I'm Gonna Miss Her (The Fishin' Song)" with favorites like "Whiskey Lullaby," "I'm Gonna Miss Her (The Fishin' Song)" and more recent hits like "Perfect Storm" and "Today." Chris Lane and Riley Green will open the concert. [less-]

San Francisco's sold out comedy roast show is back for another night of epic roasting! Watch four of San Francisco's hottest comedians do stand-up comedy about the tech scene and roast techie voluntee... [more+]

San Francisco's sold out comedy roast show is back for another night of epic roasting! Watch four of San Francisco's hottest comedians do stand-up comedy about the tech scene and roast techie volunteers from the audience. Tech is everywhere — it's enabling people all over the world to do more, revolutionizing modern science at an incredible pace, and changing the way we live our everyday lives. It also sucks just a little bit... so let's roast the hell out of it. Disclaimer: these jokes are going to burn. [less-]

Dan St. Germain's comedy has caused both fans and the media to sit up and take notice. He was chosen as a featured comic in __Variety__'s annual prestigious "10 Comics To Watch" list, was listed as on... [more+]

Dan St. Germain's comedy has caused both fans and the media to sit up and take notice. He was chosen as a featured comic in __Variety__'s annual prestigious "10 Comics To Watch" list, was listed as one of "Paste" Magazine's "Top 10 Great Underrated Comedians," named "Time Out NY"'s "Comedy Break Out" of 2013, and he's currently developing a show with FOX. He has his own podcast on the All Things Comedy Network and recorded a half-hour Comedy Central special. Dan has honed his comedy skills on television ("Jimmy Fallon, John Oliver's NY Standup Show"), in writing ("The Onion"), on the radio ("WTF with Marc Maron") and on the web ("Funny or Die"). He's been nominated for several comedy awards, and one of his jokes was selected as one of the 20 best jokes about New York, a list that included Woody Allen. [less-]

Engage! Your trip to the outer reaches of the universe comes in these hilarious improvised episodes inspired by the hit science fiction fantasy series "Star Trek". You don't have to be a super fan to ... [more+]

Engage! Your trip to the outer reaches of the universe comes in these hilarious improvised episodes inspired by the hit science fiction fantasy series "Star Trek". You don't have to be a super fan to enjoy Phasers on Stun's live show's featuring intergalactic humor, cosmic exploration and planet-hopping adventures -- all improvised on the spot. This improv gang specializes exclusively in "Star Trek"-inspired episodes about the cosmos, keeping audiences entertained with costumes, aliens and more. Check out this wild and wacky fan-fic spin at Stage Werx in San Francisco. [less-]

Just in time for Pride month, the uproarious drag send-up of HBO's beloved series "Sex and the City" celebrates its 8th year anniversary with two all-new episodes! Relive your favorite moments during ... [more+]

Just in time for Pride month, the uproarious drag send-up of HBO's beloved series "Sex and the City" celebrates its 8th year anniversary with two all-new episodes! Relive your favorite moments during this loving tribute to the iconic show, which finds four "young women" in search of the perfect relationship while looking gorgeous and knocking back plenty of cosmopolitans. This show features four of the San Francisco's most fabulous drag stars: D'Arcy Drollinger, Sue Casa, Lady Bear and Steven LeMay playing homage to Carrie and the gang. Darren Star (creator of the HBO show) described this version as "funnier than it was on TV," so you can expect some Big Apple-sized laughs at Oasis. [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-]