In the summer of '69, America is on the brink of change. In the cities, crowds are protesting the Vietnam War; In the skies, Apollo 11 is speeding towards the first moon landing; And at a Catskills re... [more+]

In the summer of '69, America is on the brink of change. In the cities, crowds are protesting the Vietnam War; In the skies, Apollo 11 is speeding towards the first moon landing; And at a Catskills resort near Woodstock, NY, Jewish housewife Pearl Kantrowitz is busy balancing her rebellious teenage daughter, her overworked television repairman husband, and her daily mahjong game. But when Pearl meets a free-thinking traveling salesman, she undergoes a unique transformation -- awakening a newfound spirit of exploration and sexuality. Based on the celebrated film of the same name, this world premiere theatrical adaptation of "A Walk on the Moon" can be enjoyed at San Francisco's American Conservatory Theater. [less-]

The Escher String Quartet does indeed take its name from the famed Dutch artist, as a tribute to the way he integrates singular elements into a cohesive whole. One of the few chamber ensembles to be a... [more+]

The Escher String Quartet does indeed take its name from the famed Dutch artist, as a tribute to the way he integrates singular elements into a cohesive whole. One of the few chamber ensembles to be awarded the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant, the Escher brings their namesake's idea to life through their "beautiful blend of individuality and accord" ("BBC Music Magazine"), performing at major venues and storied music festivals in the U.S. and abroad and releasing several successful albums. They'll be joined at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music by faculty member and cellist Jean-Michel Fonteneau for a performance of Schubert's Cello Quintet in C Major and more. [less-]

Langston Kerman is a comedian, writer, actor and failed NBA ball-boy. He has appeared on "Adam Devine's House Party" and was also a part of Chris Rock's writing staff for the 2016 Academy Awards, as w... [more+]

Langston Kerman is a comedian, writer, actor and failed NBA ball-boy. He has appeared on "Adam Devine's House Party" and was also a part of Chris Rock's writing staff for the 2016 Academy Awards, as well as the new Comedy Central show "Problematic With Moshe Kasher". Most recently, Kerman's made waves on Issa Rae's HBO series "Insecure". None of this matters, though; he just wants another shot at being a ball-boy. Until then, you can catch him on the stand-up stage for this recording of his live Comedy Central Records taping at San Francisco's Punch Line Comedy Club. [less-]

Coming out of the Atlanta hip-hop scene, Rich Homie Quan has been releasing mixtapes and collaborating with artists like Gucci Mane and 2 Chainz since 2012. This year he released his long-awaited debu... [more+]

Coming out of the Atlanta hip-hop scene, Rich Homie Quan has been releasing mixtapes and collaborating with artists like Gucci Mane and 2 Chainz since 2012. This year he released his long-awaited debut album, "Rich as in Spirit", featuring the singles "Changed" and "34." Quan has been charting singles for years, with hits like "Flex (Ooh, Ooh, Ooh)," "Walk Thru" (featuring Problem) and "Type of Way," which the Michigan State football team chose as their anthem (Quan joined the team at the Rose Bowl). Now this BET Hip Hop Award-nominated artist is poised to break out in a big way. Catch him live in concert at The New Parish in Oakland. [less-]

While studying the mating rituals of insects, a pair of scientists at a natural history museum find themselves trapped by their own complex web of past relationships and itching to find a way out, in ... [more+]

While studying the mating rituals of insects, a pair of scientists at a natural history museum find themselves trapped by their own complex web of past relationships and itching to find a way out, in "An Entomologist's Love Story". The "Mountain View Voice" describes Melissa Ross' rom-com as an "edgy, comedic work about love in modern times," and it's already the recipient of the prestigious Edgerton New Play award. Catch this world-premiere production at the San Francisco Playhouse. [less-]

Celebrated Latino playwright Octavio Solis takes you on a journey to the fictional modern-day border town of La Plancha, Texas, where Don Quixote ("Sesame Street"'s Emilio Delgado) loses himself in st... [more+]

Celebrated Latino playwright Octavio Solis takes you on a journey to the fictional modern-day border town of La Plancha, Texas, where Don Quixote ("Sesame Street"'s Emilio Delgado) loses himself in stories of chivalrous escapades and embarks on a quest of imagination, adventure and Tejano music. Casting himself as a larger-than-life knight-errant, he recruits a hapless but trusty sidekick in his search for lost love. As the community wrestles with containing Quixote's fantasies, his family and friends discover the joys and perils of being the hero of your own story. Catch the world premiere of "Quixote Nuevo", adapted from "Don Quixote" by Miguel de Cervantes, at the Cal Shakes Bruns Amphitheater in Orinda. [less-]

"Jokelandish" is a premier stand-up comedy showcase in the heart of Downtown Oakland featuring the best comedians from the Bay Area and beyond. Nicole Calasich, Emily Epstein White and Chad Opitz pres... [more+]

"Jokelandish" is a premier stand-up comedy showcase in the heart of Downtown Oakland featuring the best comedians from the Bay Area and beyond. Nicole Calasich, Emily Epstein White and Chad Opitz present this show at The Hatch. [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-]

Amy and Ester are teammates on a suburban Florida high school swim team. Ester is aiming for a scholarship; Amy just wants to get through an unwanted pregnancy. "The New York Times" hailed Ruby Rae Sp... [more+]

Amy and Ester are teammates on a suburban Florida high school swim team. Ester is aiming for a scholarship; Amy just wants to get through an unwanted pregnancy. "The New York Times" hailed Ruby Rae Spiegel's "Dry Land" as "tender, caustic, funny and harrowing ... Ms. Spiegel demonstrates an uncanny gift for presenting the unavoidable messiness of being young." Enjoy this Shotgun Players production of "Dry Land" at Berkeley's Ashby Stage. [less-]

With the 1950s Red Scare in full swing, the House Un-American Activities Committee attacks "subversion" in the arts. When a romance blossoms between a rising comic and a firebrand actress, they face b... [more+]

With the 1950s Red Scare in full swing, the House Un-American Activities Committee attacks "subversion" in the arts. When a romance blossoms between a rising comic and a firebrand actress, they face being blacklisted along with their friends and fellow artists. Will they lose their careers or betray each other and be branded forever as "Finks"? Based on the true story of comedian/actor Jack Gilford, this stunning comic drama is written by his son. Watch it all unfold in TheatreWorks' production at the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts. [less-]

Called "immensely moving" and "a major event of the season" by New York critics, this dynamic and timely drama by Athol Fugard decries racial divides while celebrating the resilience of the human spir... [more+]

Called "immensely moving" and "a major event of the season" by New York critics, this dynamic and timely drama by Athol Fugard decries racial divides while celebrating the resilience of the human spirit. It was named "Best Play" by the New York Drama Critics' Circle and was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Play. The production features direction by Obie winner Timothy Near, who helms a stunning new production, brought to San Francisco by the co-producers of recent Z Space hits "Weightless" and "Hundred Days". [less-]

Few music venues in the world are as iconic as the Blue Note Jazz Club in Greenwich Village. Everyone from Dizzy Gillespie and Sarah Vaughan to Chick Corea and Diana Krall have graced its stage. Now, ... [more+]

Few music venues in the world are as iconic as the Blue Note Jazz Club in Greenwich Village. Everyone from Dizzy Gillespie and Sarah Vaughan to Chick Corea and Diana Krall have graced its stage. Now, this legendary venue is coming west. Located downstairs at the Napa Valley Opera House, the Blue Note Napa brings you that same blend of jazz greats and hot young stars on the scene, while adding a little wine country flavor to the mix. With gourmet farm to table cuisine and, of course, terrific local wines, the Blue Note Napa puts a fresh spin on the jazz club experience while keeping the focus on what matters most: the music. [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-]

Fasten your seatbelts, because Theatre Rhinoceros' smash hit from last season, the fun-filled musical "Priscilla Queen of the Desert", is rolling back into San Francisco's Gateway Theatre for an encor... [more+]

Fasten your seatbelts, because Theatre Rhinoceros' smash hit from last season, the fun-filled musical "Priscilla Queen of the Desert", is rolling back into San Francisco's Gateway Theatre for an encore run. Based on the popular cult film, this high-energy musical adventure follows three disco drag queens aboard a battered old bus on a road trip through the Australian Outback. The journey becomes a touching, life-changing experience as the three companions search for and find love, friendship and acceptance. This hilarious, heartwarming and critically acclaimed production features dazzling costumes as well as a virtual hit parade of dance and sing-along favorites, including "It's Raining Men," "I Love the Nightlife" and "I Will Survive." [less-]

"Beach Blanket Babylon", San Francisco's hilarious pop culture musical revue, is the perfect night out with friends. Celebrating more than 16,000 performances and seen by more than six million people ... [more+]

"Beach Blanket Babylon", San Francisco's hilarious pop culture musical revue, is the perfect night out with friends. Celebrating more than 16,000 performances and seen by more than six million people from around the world, this internationally acclaimed production continues to delight audiences at Club Fugazi in San Francisco's North Beach district with its spectacular costumes and outrageously gigantic hats. Entering their 45th year, "Beach Blanket Babylon" follows Snow White as she takes a fast-paced journey around the world in search of her "Prince Charming." Along the way she encounters a star-studded, ever-changing lineup of hilarious political and pop culture characters, including Donald and Melania Trump, Kim Jong-un, Taylor Swift, Colin Kaepernick, Wonder Woman, Sarah Huckabee, Vladimir Putin, Ivanka Trump and Jared, Lady Gaga, Prince, Barack and Michelle Obama, Beyoncé, Harvey Weinstein, Bernie Sanders, Bill and Hillary Clinton, Oprah, Prince Harry and Meghan, and the Golden State Warriors. [less-]

One of the biggest bands in prog rock history and a true pioneer of the genre, YES gets back on the road to celebrate its golden anniversary with the "#YES50" tour. Expect to hear some of the band's m... [more+]

One of the biggest bands in prog rock history and a true pioneer of the genre, YES gets back on the road to celebrate its golden anniversary with the "#YES50" tour. Expect to hear some of the band's most-loved songs during this showcase at the City National Civic in San Jose and a reworking of some tracks that had been "lost" to time. Join founding member Tony Kaye and the rest of YES on this musical journey 50 years in the making. [less-]

After every election, there are people who talk about leaving the country, but how many people really do it? Playwright Dipika Guha explores this impulse with the ambitious plan of American couple Jus... [more+]

After every election, there are people who talk about leaving the country, but how many people really do it? Playwright Dipika Guha explores this impulse with the ambitious plan of American couple Justin and Sarah. Reeling after the last election, they decide to take their outrage to another place--a little known town with a big place in history. Braunau, Austria is where Adolf Hitler spent his childhood, and Justin and Sarah's plan is to lease Hitler's childhood home and convert it to a "rainbow BnD" (bed and dinner) where people from all over the world can break bread, talk, and understand history. [less-]

Called "smart, splashy and wonderfully funny" by the "Los Angeles Times", a contemporary comedy explodes into a musical fantasia in the first collaboration between two of America's great theater artis... [more+]

Called "smart, splashy and wonderfully funny" by the "Los Angeles Times", a contemporary comedy explodes into a musical fantasia in the first collaboration between two of America's great theater artists. Tony Award winners David Henry Hwang ("M. Butterfly, Flower Drum Song") and Jeanine Tesori ("Fun Home") created this provocative new play with a musical that rewinds our recent political history and plays it back through a Chinese lens. A Chinese executive in America circa 2016 falls in love with a kindhearted U.S. leader, as the power balance between their two countries starts to shift and a new world order is on the horizon. Inspired by the West's often ridiculously inauthentic portrayals of Asia, "Soft Power" overflows with all the romance and laughter of the golden age of Broadway -- and all the cultural confusions -- and turns them into a "form-busting examination of the American dream" ("Entertainment Weekly"). "The Hollywood Reporter" says Hwang and Tesori have come up with "the most creatively ambitious new musical of the year," and it's coming to the Curran in San Francisco following its world premiere at the Ahmanson in L.A. [less-]

Who does she think she is? How does a black woman find self-fulfillment in a country dominated by white men? Concord's B8 Theatre Company presents a 20th-century adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's controver... [more+]

Who does she think she is? How does a black woman find self-fulfillment in a country dominated by white men? Concord's B8 Theatre Company presents a 20th-century adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's controversial classic play "A Doll's House", shedding light on issues of racial equality and gender equity that continue to pervade our society today. [less-]

This American classic follows the impassioned journey of two remarkable women as they explore and embrace the choices before them. For 20-year-old Annie Sullivan it was to take or reject the assignmen... [more+]

This American classic follows the impassioned journey of two remarkable women as they explore and embrace the choices before them. For 20-year-old Annie Sullivan it was to take or reject the assignment to tutor a blind, deaf, spoiled, and wild child. For Helen Keller, the choice was to stay in her dark and silent world or embrace the opportunity to break open the world she knew. "The Miracle Worker" reveals the power of commitment and strength when the choice is made to reach beyond the understandable and tangible. Annie Sullivan embarked on a journey that would change the life of her charge, Helen Keller, who would, in turn, change the lives of others for generations. This is their story. We all know the ending to this inspiring story, but it's watching the story unfold that will leave us all deeply encouraged and emboldened to embrace the choices life presents us each. Don't miss "The Miracle Worker" when it comes to the Altarena Playhouse in Alameda. [less-]