Theater - Opera - Ballet - Shows - Cabaret in San Francisco, United States

Join us on a whimsical trip to a fantastical musical zoo where we'll visit with ducks, lambs, nightingales, deer, snakes, chickens, and even some crustaceans! From the sublime to the silly, we’ll get to know our animal earth-mates through music. The program includes ..

The annual holiday tradition of Panto in the Presidio returns to the Presidio Theatre with a brand-new, large-scale production of the ageless family classic, Peter Pan in 25 performances December 3 through 29. From the team that produced sold-out performances of Slee ..

Our host, Paul Nathan (HBO, MTV, StarTrek Voyager) guides us through this extravagant evening overflowing with unbridled passion, music, humor, and artistic finesse. Paul's world-spanning journeys, from Berlin to Broadway, have allowed him to curate a remarkable ense ..

The spirit of the holidays is brought to life with beautiful dancing, magnificent scenery and imaginative costumes. Cheer on Marie and her soldiers as she rescues the Nutcracker Prince from the evil Rat King and then soar with our dancing snowflakes to the Land of Sw ..

American choral music offers almost infinite varieties of styles, colors, and moods. Join us on a journey from coast to coast as we sample its riches. In collaboration with pianist Dara Phung, we'll offer spirituals, Moravian hymns, jazz, and Broadway classics alongs ..

Join us on a whimsical trip to a fantastical musical zoo where we'll visit with ducks, lambs, nightingales, deer, snakes, chickens, and even some crustaceans! From the sublime to the silly, we’ll get to know our animal earth-mates through music. The program includes ..

Prepare to be mesmerized by Elderflora, Majel Connery's powerful song cycle about a tree's existence from seedling to log, contrasting and comparing it to a human's life cycle. Then engage with the awesome natural phenomena all around you through our 700+ interactive ..

The Presidio Theatre and Printz Dance Project present a significant re-mounting of choreographer and director Stacey Printz's landmark 2017 work, GLASSlands in two performances, Saturday, September 21, at 7:30 pm and Sunday, September 22, at 4 pm. GLASSlands explores ..

One of the most beloved musicals of all time, The Sound of Music is based on the real-life story of the irrepressible would-be-nun Maria and the Von Trapp Family Singers. Featuring songs like "Do Re Mi," "Sixteen Going on Seventeen," and "My Favorite Things," The Sou ..

Discover what happens when artists assemble objects not ordinarily used in art: shoes become faces, saxophones take flight, and cardboard whispers. And don't miss Crochet Jam with local artist Ramekon O'Arwisters and a talk about Recology's Artist in Residence Progra ..

Bard Theatres Summer 2024 production will adapt Shakespeares Richard II into the nightlife kingdom of the Clubkids; a glorious and tragic moment in late 1980s and early 1990s queer history. Our most poetic party king is full of vain caprice, and only truly considers ..

Bard Theatres Summer 2024 production will adapt Shakespeares Richard II into the nightlife kingdom of the Clubkids; a glorious and tragic moment in late 1980s and early 1990s queer history. Our most poetic party king is full of vain caprice, and only truly considers ..

After a sold-out, critically acclaimed worldwide tour, hit burlesque parody The Empire Strips Back returns to San Francisco at last! You won't want to miss these seriously sexy Stormtroopers, a dangerously seductive Boba Fett, some tantalising Twi'leks, a delightfull ..

The Golden Tenor of Cabaret returns home to San Francisco to celebrate Pride, Sondheim, and Divas with his critically acclaimed show, Beautiful Girls: A Tribute to Sondheim's Divas. The two-time MAC and three-time BroadwayWorld Award-winning singer, Sean Patrick Murt ..

Bard Theatres Summer 2024 production will adapt Shakespeares Richard II into the nightlife kingdom of the Clubkids; a glorious and tragic moment in late 1980s and early 1990s queer history. Our most poetic party king is full of vain caprice, and only truly considers ..

After a sold-out, critically acclaimed worldwide tour, hit burlesque parody The Empire Strips Back returns to San Francisco at last! You won't want to miss these seriously sexy Stormtroopers, a dangerously seductive Boba Fett, some tantalising Twi'leks, a delightfull ..

After a sold-out, critically acclaimed worldwide tour, hit burlesque parody The Empire Strips Back returns to San Francisco at last! You won't want to miss these seriously sexy Stormtroopers, a dangerously seductive Boba Fett, some tantalising Twi'leks, a delightfull ..

After a sold-out, critically acclaimed worldwide tour, hit burlesque parody The Empire Strips Back returns to San Francisco at last! You won't want to miss these seriously sexy Stormtroopers, a dangerously seductive Boba Fett, some tantalising Twi'leks, a delightfull ..

Andrew Evans, founder of The Magic Patio in San Francisco, is thrilled to return to The Presidio Theatre to present an unbelievable evening of magic and mentalism. In this 75-minute show, Evans will mystify audiences with his original creations which have entertained ..

Kinky Boots is a high-energy, heartwarming musical that tells the story of Charlie Price, a young man who inherits his family's struggling shoe factory. In a twist of fate, he partners with the fabulous Lola to save the business by creating a line of high-heeled boot ..

FIRST VOICE AND PRESIDIO THEATRE PRESENT SOUL OF THE CITY BY BRENDA WONG AOKI, MARK IZU AND COLLABORATORS MULTI-FACETED SAN FRANCISCO NARRATIVE COMBINES HISTORY, SPOKEN WORD, ORIGINAL MUSIC AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY JUNE 1 AND 2 San Francisco, CA - Building on the su ..

Music of Remembrance and the Presidio Theatre present the world premiere of a new one-act opera by composer Jake Heggie and librettist Gene Scheer. An ailing Vietnam war veteran learns he is the sole heir to a priceless art collection stolen by the Nazis. His jour ..

The Barbara Lee and Elihu Harris Lecture Series presents Dr. Cindy Acker’s Words That Made the Difference: Brown v Board of Education, marking the 70th anniversary of the landmark supreme court schools desegregation ruling. In May of 1954, Supreme Court Justice Earl ..

Can't wait until January for the next San Francisco Ballet Opening Night Gala? We've got you covered. Join San Francisco Ballet's Young Patrons Circle for an unforgettable night at The Academy in support of San Francisco Ballet. Featuring a premium open bar for th ..

“Ruckus is not only a space to create art that is sexy, irreverent, edgy, and absurd but also a space to create art that is raw, emotive, intense." -K.Shibata | "Ruckus is one of the best underground performance art shows in America!" - Huffington Post The legenda ..

Using a magic lantern projector and hand-painted slides, Melissa will take us on a journey with creatures that may-or may not-be real. Then keep on exploring the line between reality and perception with our 650+ interactive exhibits, including a dancing robot, batman ..

Broadway playwright and MacArthur Genius Fellow, Dominique Morrisseau's captivating play, "Pipeline," presented by the esteemed African-American Shakespeare Company In this thought-provoking theatrical production, delve into the intricate nuances of the educationa ..

The legendary variety show returns! Join us for a raucous night of uncensored circus, stand up comedy, burlesque, pole performance, freestyle rap battles, aerial, beat-boxing, slam poetry, jaw-dropping sideshow, break-dancing, dirty haiku bouts and audience-interacti ..

Experience an electrifying night of glamour, fierceness, and unapologetic self-expression with the iconic Laganja Estranja! Join us for this one-night event featuring performances, a "fireside chat" and a VIP meet and greet opportunity. Doors open 7pm. Laganja Est ..

In a castle reclaimed by nature and its beasts, the Great Hall transforms into a stage for a tale of fangs, horns and scales. Watch as the cast of creatures previously doomed to the shadows cavort together in a creepy crescendo of captivating climbs, catches and cart ..

Written for YMTC by the creator of Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812, Don't Stop Me is a sci-fi electro-pop musical inspired by - and at times, directly quoting - the words, thoughts, and lived experiences of 21st century teens. A group of high schoolers c ..

Our legendary F' Valentines Day spectacular returns for the first time in person since 2020! Celebrating all that's erotic, neurotic and psychotic, join us for a raucous night at what the East Bay Express has called "the most consistently spectacular event Oakland ha ..

Everything changes when the sun goes down. Step gently into the dark and experience what our bodies are capable of. Goosebumps run down your spine, butterflies dance in your chest, your heart races. From the producer of Vertical.Show, Pink Puma teases us in Af ..

Then Join artist Daniel Rozin as he shares the process and inspiration behind his completely interactive, totally magical mechanical mirrors-three of which are on view as part of Glow. Round the night out with a dance party hosted by DJ Fibonacci! Website: https:/ ..

Powered by exhilarating acrobatics, choreography, spoken word, video projections, shadow play, and original music, Dear San Francisco invites locals and visitors alike on a heart-stopping romp through both the essence and the myth that has San Francisco indelibly etc ..

In Schick Machine virtuoso percussionist Steven Schick inhabits a fantastical stage filled with huge invented instruments and sound sculptures with seemingly infinite sonic possibilities. Presented by the Paul Dresher Ensemble and directed by Rinde Eckert, Schick dra ..

Journey through the most iconic visual moments and songs with a live orchestra as never done before. Experience Bruce Lee’s artistry and philosophy in one unforgettable and historical evening on December 8th at the Herbst Theatre in San Francisco. URL: Website: h ..

The annual holiday tradition of Panto in the Presidio returns to the Presidio Theatre with a remounting of Sleeping Beauty full of magic, humor, music, dance and a message of hope for all ages in 28 performances November 25 through December 30. A popular hit when it ..

Discover something new. Dark Kabaret is San Francisco's showcase for the world's finest variety artists. It's a decadent evening in a hundred year old Chinese Opera house as mysterious and magical as the show. Your host, Paul Nathan (HBO, MTV, Star Trek Voyager), ..

Discover something new. Dark Kabaret is San Francisco's showcase for the world's finest variety artists. It's a decadent evening in a hundred year old Chinese Opera house as mysterious and magical as the show. Your host, Paul Nathan (HBO, MTV, Star Trek Voyager), ..

SAN FRANCISCO, CA-Oceanica Ballet presents Sleepy Hollow and Lupita, an autumn-themed double bill featuring the tale of the Headless Horseman and a ballet celebration of life inspired by Dia de Los Muertos. Artistic Co-Director Robert Burns Lowman adapts Sleepy Hollo ..

SAN FRANCISCO, CA–Oceánica Ballet presents Sleepy Hollow and Lupita, an autumn-themed double bill featuring the tale of the Headless Horseman and a ballet celebration of life inspired by Día de Los Muertos. Artistic Co-Director Robert Burns Lowman adapts Sleepy Hollo ..

Cutting Ball Theater Presents ROSSUM'S UNIVERSAL ROBOTS by Karel Capek translated by Paul Selver directed and adapted by Chris Steele OCT 20 - NOV 12 The Robots have taken over. It's official, we are living in the future and humanity is only a distant memory. ..