American Improv Theatre's all-female improv group, "Brick House", will make you laugh until you lips fall off. The San Jose troupe will entertain you with feats of improv never attempted by mere morta... [more+]

American Improv Theatre's all-female improv group, "Brick House", will make you laugh until you lips fall off. The San Jose troupe will entertain you with feats of improv never attempted by mere mortals. [less-]

Improv is comedy without a net, where daredevil performers depend not only on the audience for suggestions, but also on their fellow performers for support and Lady Luck for inspiration. Done right, i... [more+]

Improv is comedy without a net, where daredevil performers depend not only on the audience for suggestions, but also on their fellow performers for support and Lady Luck for inspiration. Done right, it's not just hilarious -- it's astonishing. The American Improv Theatre (AIT) Players do it right. Come laugh and marvel as the Players spin entire scenes from suggestions. The show begins with some silly, quick-moving improv games (Think "Whose Line Is It Anyway?"). Then the Players raise the stakes with longer, more connected scenes so good they seem scripted. But they're not: Everything that happens at Black Cat Licorice Theater is discovered in the moment. [less-]

Similar to "Whose Line Is It Anyway?", this fast-paced short-form improv show plays a series of improvised games and scenes based on audience suggestions. Laugh Track City is a great opportunity for t... [more+]

Similar to "Whose Line Is It Anyway?", this fast-paced short-form improv show plays a series of improvised games and scenes based on audience suggestions. Laugh Track City is a great opportunity for the cast and audience alike to have a fun and hilarious time at Made Up Theatre. [less-]

This evening's performance by Top Shelf Classics, a premier party, dance and show band, will take audiences on a classic soul, Motown, pop and funk voyage, paying tribute to icons from each genre. "No... [more+]

This evening's performance by Top Shelf Classics, a premier party, dance and show band, will take audiences on a classic soul, Motown, pop and funk voyage, paying tribute to icons from each genre. "No parking on the dance floor!" Celebrating Nat King Cole's Centennial Birthday, through Motown's 60's anniversary to today's top hits, it's going to be a fantastic evening. Grabbing audiences with a positive energy that captivates and entertains, Top Shelf is known for their unparalleled passion and enthusiasm for entertaining. Delivering their own diversified and dynamic musical mélange of Motown, classic soul, R&B, old school '70s, retro '80s and '90s, as well as the top hits of today, they've been dazzling the Bay Area music scene for years. Whether you choose to sit back and enjoy the music, or join them on the dance floor, this evening will be a "one-of-a-kind"'Top Shelf' classic experience. [less-]

"Family-friendly improv comedy" is almost an oxymoron, but Made Up Theatre captures wholesome lightning in a bottle. The show features a series of improvised games based on audience suggestions, like ... [more+]

"Family-friendly improv comedy" is almost an oxymoron, but Made Up Theatre captures wholesome lightning in a bottle. The show features a series of improvised games based on audience suggestions, like the hit TV show "Whose Line Is It, Anyway?" The entire show is made up on the spot, so you never know what might happen. The fun, funny and interactive show offers a great outing for the whole family at Made Up Theatre in Fremont. [less-]

As a young actor, George Lopez vowed never to play a drug dealer, gang member or other negative Latino stereotype. As a result, he mostly stuck to stand-up until starring in the groundbreaking, Emmy-w... [more+]

As a young actor, George Lopez vowed never to play a drug dealer, gang member or other negative Latino stereotype. As a result, he mostly stuck to stand-up until starring in the groundbreaking, Emmy-winning sitcom "George Lopez". Now a star on the big and small screen, Lopez returns to his stand-up roots for "A Special Engagement". [less-]

Why is it that nothing sounds more magical at Christmastime than the melancholy melodies of Vince Guaraldi’s piano? Well, get ready for some goosebumps when the San Francisco Symphony performs his "... [more+]

Why is it that nothing sounds more magical at Christmastime than the melancholy melodies of Vince Guaraldi’s piano? Well, get ready for some goosebumps when the San Francisco Symphony performs his "Peanuts" music live at this magical multimedia show — and be sure to snap selfies in the decorated lobby to your heart’s content. [less-]

Called "the "Christmas Carol" to see in the Bay Area, " Center REP's annual holiday production boasts a stellar cast, memorable holiday music and an array of special effects that will delight and ench... [more+]

Called "the "Christmas Carol" to see in the Bay Area, " Center REP's annual holiday production boasts a stellar cast, memorable holiday music and an array of special effects that will delight and enchant the whole family. Join Ebenezer Scrooge, Jacob Marley, Bob Cratchit and Tiny Tim in Charles Dickens' classic tale of redemption and forgiveness that captures the true spirit of the holiday season. Scrooge is a tightfisted miser, hellbent on hoarding his money, when he is visited by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come. Can they convince him to see the error of his ways before it's too late? Experience this Bay Area tradition at the Lesher Center for the Arts. [less-]

There’s a reason we feel the desire to tell and be told certain stories year after year — some tales just cut to the core of the human experience. That’s why, even after more than a century-and-... [more+]

There’s a reason we feel the desire to tell and be told certain stories year after year — some tales just cut to the core of the human experience. That’s why, even after more than a century-and-a-half, Scrooge’s emotional transformation still puts tears in our eyes. Bring a pocketful of tissues and a heart full of Christmas spirit. [less-]

Northside Theatre Company presents its 37th annual production of the holiday classic "A Christmas Carol" with innovative style at the Olinder Theatre in San Jose. Hailed as "the best "Christmas Carol"... [more+]

Northside Theatre Company presents its 37th annual production of the holiday classic "A Christmas Carol" with innovative style at the Olinder Theatre in San Jose. Hailed as "the best "Christmas Carol" in the Bay Area" by "Mercury News", Northside's production features impeccable staging and high-end production values. This stage adaptation of the Dickens classic captures all the power, humor and warmth that this ageless tale has to offer. This is the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a lonely miser, who, through the help of spirits and visions from his past, present and future, finds a second chance to become a loving, generous and kind human being. [less-]

Pablo's two Comedy Central one hour comedy specials "They Put It Out There" and "Ouch!" continue to stay on the networks most requested list. Fans worldwide continue to flock to Pablo shows to experie... [more+]

Pablo's two Comedy Central one hour comedy specials "They Put It Out There" and "Ouch!" continue to stay on the networks most requested list. Fans worldwide continue to flock to Pablo shows to experience some of the funniest off the wall comedy ever unleashed. Pablo hits his mark every time weaving together his one of a kind arsenal of characters spontaneous outbursts spot on impressions and clever insights to create a stand-up show of hilarious proportions. Francisco’s shows are fast paced and incredibly entertaining. His off-the-wall performances deliver the laughs and points out the wild absurdities in an illogical pop-culture obsessed world. Pablo is one of the most popular touring comedians worldwide. Those who experience Pablo’s show for the first time find themselves captivated by his hilarious dead on impressions. Gene Lavanchy of FOX – TV Boston calls Pablo “the most talented comedian in the business today”. His unbelievable ability to physically morph himself into movie stars singers friends family and a multitude of nationalities gives Pablo’s show a universal charm. His drop-dead funny spoofing often leaves his audiences struggling to catch their breath which is the driving force behind his huge success. In addition to his Comedy Central specials & DVD’s “They Put It Out There ” “Ouch ” & “Bits and Pieces ” Pablo has appeared on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno " “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon ” Comedy Central’s “The Show Biz Show w/ David Spade ” “Mind of Mencia ” and was on the spring finale of VH1’s “Big Morning Buzz.” He has also been a cast member on the Fox Network's sketch comedy show "Mad TV ” TBS’s “Frank TV ” and has appeared on Howard Stern’s radio show. [less-]

American Me Comedy debuted on November 24 2009 with its initial performance at the Improv in San Jose, California. An altruistic comedic mission fueled by playing the race card as the joker in the dec... [more+]

American Me Comedy debuted on November 24 2009 with its initial performance at the Improv in San Jose, California. An altruistic comedic mission fueled by playing the race card as the joker in the deck inspired the show’s creator, Jason Rogers. Jason’s uniquely American upbringing as an adopted Korean kid in Mr. Roger’s white picket fence neighborhood gave him a distinctive “slant” on life, now put to hilarious use in his stand-up routines. The self-proclaimed “Caucasian Asian” put it this way, “I created the show to incorporate all kinds of comedians. I wanted to stay away from an all Asian, white, black, purple, blue themed show.” [less-]

The joy of Christmas comes once again to Chanticleer, as we celebrate this age-old narrative with what we hope are fresh eyes and ears, hearts and voices. Gregorian chant and Biebl are never far away,... [more+]

The joy of Christmas comes once again to Chanticleer, as we celebrate this age-old narrative with what we hope are fresh eyes and ears, hearts and voices. Gregorian chant and Biebl are never far away, but this year we turn also to carols in half-a-dozen different languages, American hymns, Spanish villancicos that ask us to dance, and “I Wonder as I Wander,” which calls us to pray. Our musical “Christmas crèche” has as its center the holy family, of course, featuring music of Hassler and Praetorius, Victoria and Morales. Completing the picture are shepherds, twittering angels, curious donkeys, some very wise men and you, our faithful audience. This is a tradition we cherish, and we can’t wait to celebrate the holidays with you again. [less-]

Tommy Davidson's exceptional performance skills, from stand-up comedy to acting to musical talent, have earned him a reputation as an extraordinary entertainer. His impressions of Sammy Davis Jr. and ... [more+]

Tommy Davidson's exceptional performance skills, from stand-up comedy to acting to musical talent, have earned him a reputation as an extraordinary entertainer. His impressions of Sammy Davis Jr. and Michael Jackson, among others, have become legend. Best known as one of the original stars of the hit television show "In Living Color", Davidson went on to co-star opposite Halle Berry in the film "Strictly Business", which was soon followed by roles in "Booty Call" with Jamie Foxx, a memorable cameo in "Ace Ventura II: When Nature Calls" starring Jim Carrey, and other films. As a stand-up, he's opened for such A-list touring acts as Patti LaBelle, Kenny G and Luther Vandross. See him live as he headlines the San Jose Improv. [less-]

Hailed by "The New York Times" at their Carnegie Hall debut as “invariably energetic and finely burnished … playing with earthy vigor,” Catalyst Quartet is comprised of top Laureates and alumni ... [more+]

Hailed by "The New York Times" at their Carnegie Hall debut as “invariably energetic and finely burnished … playing with earthy vigor,” Catalyst Quartet is comprised of top Laureates and alumni of the internationally acclaimed Sphinx Competition. Known for “rhythmic energy, polyphonic clarity and tight ensemble-playing,” the ensemble has toured throughout the United States and abroad, including sold-out performances at the Kennedy Center in Washington DC, at Chicago’s Harris Theater, Miami’s New World Center and Stern Auditorium at Carnegie hall. The quartet has also appeared as concerto soloists with the Bogata Filharmonica, the Sphinx Virtuosi, and the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra. Catalyst Quartet has held concert residencies at the University of Michigan, University of Washington, Rice University, Houston’s Society for the Performing Arts, Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, the Virginia Arts Festival, and Pennsylvania State University. International residencies where they perform and teach master classes have included the In Harmony Project in England, the University of South Africa, and the Teatro de Bellas Arts in Cali, Colombia. [less-]

Most of us can’t afford to jet-set over to London to catch an all-star cast live at the Bridge Theatre, but therein lies the true beauty of National Theatre Live. With their state-of-the-art filming... [more+]

Most of us can’t afford to jet-set over to London to catch an all-star cast live at the Bridge Theatre, but therein lies the true beauty of National Theatre Live. With their state-of-the-art filming techniques tailored to each performance, this NTL broadcast of "A Midsummer Night’s Dream" takes you "into" the play, "as" it’s happening… 5,000 miles away. [less-]

Academy Award-winner Sally Field ("Steel Magnolias, Brothers & Sisters") and Bill Pullman ("The Sinner, Independence Day") star in Arthur Miller’s blistering drama "All My Sons". America, 1947. Desp... [more+]

Academy Award-winner Sally Field ("Steel Magnolias, Brothers & Sisters") and Bill Pullman ("The Sinner, Independence Day") star in Arthur Miller’s blistering drama "All My Sons". America, 1947. Despite hard choices and even harder knocks, Joe and Kate Keller are a success story. They have built a home, raised two sons and established a thriving business. But nothing lasts forever and their contented lives, already shadowed by the loss of their eldest boy to war, are about to shatter. With the return of a figure from the past, long buried truths are forced to the surface and the price of their American dream is laid bare. Jeremy Herrin (NT Live: "This House, People, Places & Things") directs a cast that includes Jenna Coleman and Colin Morgan. "All My Sons" is an Old Vic co-production with Headlong. This is a high-definition film of the stage production captured live at the United Kingdom's National Theatre. [less-]

Adapted for the stage by Nia Vardalos ("My Big Fat Greek Wedding"), this funny and deeply touching story of hope, compassion, love and human connection in the digital age has been called “a theatric... [more+]

Adapted for the stage by Nia Vardalos ("My Big Fat Greek Wedding"), this funny and deeply touching story of hope, compassion, love and human connection in the digital age has been called “a theatrical hug for turbulent times" by "Variety". How good does that sound right about now? Well, spread your arms wide and make your way to the San Francisco Playhouse for "Tiny Beautiful Things". [less-]

Internationally renowned mezzo-soprano Anne Sofie von Otter makes her debut in a holiday celebration that combines a variety of traditional works, including selections from Bach's Christmas Oratorio, ... [more+]

Internationally renowned mezzo-soprano Anne Sofie von Otter makes her debut in a holiday celebration that combines a variety of traditional works, including selections from Bach's Christmas Oratorio, with popular holiday favorites. [less-]

Riff Raff: Cranberry Vampire Tour.... [more+]

Riff Raff: Cranberry Vampire Tour. [less-]