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Posted by:	Richard Connema 04:34 pm EDT 09/28/14

Yeast Nation (the triumph of life) West Coast Premiere 5-Week Limited Engagement WHEN: October 3 – November 1, 2014 Preview at 8pm on Thursday, October 2 Opening night and reception on Friday, October 3 TIMES: Wednesdays - Saturdays @ 8pm (except for special 7pm performance with talkback with writers Greg Kotis and Mark Hollman on Saturday, October 4); two matinee performances on Saturday, October 25 and Saturday, November 1 @ 2pm WHERE: The Victoria Theatre, 2961 16th St. (at Mission), San Francisco, CA TICKETS: For tickets ($25-$36) and information, visit www.rayoflighttheatre.com. Student/Senior/Group discounts offered 42nd Street Moon kicks off its 22nd season with the rarely seen Richard Rodgers-Stephen Sondheim-Arthur Laurents collaboration Do I Hear A Waltz?, starring Broadway’s Tony nominee Emily Skinner (Side Show, The Full Monty, Billy Elliot). Based on Arthur Laurents’ 1952 play The Time of the Cuckoo, which inspired the Katharine Hepburn movie Summertime, the wistful story follows a lonely American tourist as she finds romance under the enchantment of mid-1960s Venice. Do I Hear a Waltz? is the only collaboration between theatrical giants Rodgers, Sondheim, and Laurents, and received three Tony Award nominations (including Best Score) when it opened on Broadway in 1965. The stunning score includes Do I Hear a Waltz?; Someone Like You; Moon in My Window; This Week Americans; What Do We Do? We Fly!; and Take the Moment. WHEN: Previews: October 1 – 3, 2014 Opening: Saturday, October 4, 2014 Closes: Sunday, October 19, 2014SHOWS: Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7 pm Fridays at 8 pm Saturdays at 6 pm Sundays at 3 pm Special Family & Student matinee on Saturday, October 11 at 1:00 pm. WHERE: The Eureka Theatre, 215 Jackson Street, San Francisco, CA 94111 TICKETS: Subscriptions: $95 - $233 Single tickets: $25 - $75INFO: For information or to order tickets call (415) 255-8207 or visit 42ndStMoon.or g Smuin Ballet will kick off its 21st Season October 3-11 at San Francisco’s Palace of Fine Arts Theatre with its Untamed Dance Series. The program features the West Coast premiere of Serenade for Strings by Wonderbound (formerly Ballet Nouveau Colorado) Artistic Director and choreographer Garrett Ammon, set to Tchaikovsky’s breathtaking score. Also on the Untamed bill is Objects of Curiosity, an evocative ballet by Choreographer-in-Residence Amy Seiwert, set to a delicate score by Philip Glass and Foday Musa Suso. Smuin Ballet also brings back the tempestuous story ballet Frankie & Johnny. In this sinister Latin saga, Michael Smuin combined authentic Mambo with traditional ballet to tell the story of Frankie and her faithless lover, Johnny, accompanied by music from some of the biggest names in Latin and Mambo music in a piece Michael Smuin dedicated to the legendary dancer/choreographer Gene Kelly. (NOTE: Frankie & Johnny contains material that is intended for mature audiences.) This program will also be presented in March 2015 in Walnut Creek, Mountain View, and Carmel. WHERE: Palace of Fine Arts Theatre 3301 Lyon Street, San Francisco WHEN: October 3-11, 2014 Friday, October 3 at 8pm Saturday, October 4 at 2pm and 8pm Sunday, October 5 at 2pm Thursday, October 9 at 8pm Friday, October 10 at 8pm Saturday, October 11 at 8pm TICKETS: Tickets ($24-$67), the public can call 415.912.1899 or visit the Smuin Ballet website at www.smuinballet.org.Discounts are available for students and groups of 10 or more. N. Richard Nash’s Romantic Comedy The Rainmaker is a true piece of Americana. A beautiful, timeless tale of what it means to take a leap of faith in desperately hopeless times. As described by Nash: “The play takes place in a Western state on a summer day...in a time of drought. I tried to tell a simple story about droughts that happen to people and about faith.” InThe Rainmaker Lizzie’s hopes and dreams have run dry when the charismatic Starbuck arrives out of nowhere, selling promises of rain - Lizzie must decide: is he a con man, or does he hold the key to everything she desires?SHOWS: Previews: October 1st & 2nd @ 7:30 pm / October 4th @ 8:00 pm Opening: October 4th @ 8:00 pm Run Dates: October 1st - 26th, 2014 Wednesday & Thursday @ 7:30 pm Friday & Saturday @ 8:00 pm Sunday @ 2:00 pm WHERE: San Jose Stage Company - 490 South First Street, San Jose, CA TICKETS: For tickets ($20-$65) or more information, please call the box office at 408.283.7142 or order online www.thestage.org Pittsburg Community Theatre announces the opening of its theatrical season with Sherlock Holmes most famous and popular mysteries, THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES. This gripping tale, directed by Lisa Marie Taylor, deals with the curse of the Baskerville family—and the fiendish killer-hound which stalks its members. As the action begins Sir Charles Baskerville has died under mysterious circumstances, and his nephew and heir, the young Sir Henry, has been threatened even before his arrival at Baskerville Hall. Enlisting the aid of Sherlock Holmes he sets out for his ancestral home on the Devon moor in the company of Dr. Watson, Holmes' trusted colleague, a journey which brings him to danger, mystery and a series of events which build steadily in menace and suspense. Hard pressed to protect his charge, and to fathom the strange mishaps which beset him, Dr. Watson is much relieved when Holmes himself appears—to trap the diabolical killer who stalks Sir Henry and to unravel the fascinating mystery which accounts for his evil actions. Written by F. Andrew Leslie From the novel by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Directed by Lisa Marie Taylor Assistant Director: Michael Wilson PRODUCTION DATES: Thursday - October 2, 2014 @ 7:00 PM Friday & Saturday - October 3 & 4, 2014 @ 8:00 PMSunday - October 5, 2014 @ 2:00 PM PERFORMANCE LOCATION: California Theatre - Downtown Pittsburg Produced with permission of Dramatists Play Services, Inc. IVY + BEAN, THE MUSICAL, an original stage adaptation by the Bay Area Children’s Theatre (BACT), opens Sunday, September 28, at 11 a.m. in the Osher Studio, 2055 Center Street, Berkeley, CA 94704. For families who missed the show’s sold-out 2013 debut and those who want to share in the fun on Pancake Court again, the musical, directed by Ben Hanna, with book, music, and lyrics by Scott Elmegreen, will play weekends at 11 a.m., 2 p.m., and 5 p.m. through October 26. Based on the New York Times best-selling Ivy + Bean stories by Barrows and illustrator Sophie Blackhall, IVY + BEAN, THE MUSICAL, explores how two second graders who are very different become inseparable friends. Families will meet quiet Ivy, who has great ideas, and outgoing Bean, who loves putting ideas into action. When Ivy, who wants to be a witch, conspires with Bean, who really, really wants to get back at her older sister, Nancy, the exuberant adventures begin! Along the way, young audiences will learn heartwarming lessons about love, life, family, and friends. Recommended for ages 4 and up. TICKETS: $22 adults, $20 seniors, $18 children, $13 groups (minimum 15) BOX OFFICE: www.bactheatre.org or (510) 296-4433 ------------------- IN PREVIEWS: -------------- Die! Mommie, Die! Written by Charles Busch Directed by F. Allen Sawyer Starring J. Conrad Frank, Ali Haas, Justin Liszanckie, Devin O’Brien, Marie O’Donnell, and Joe Wicht.WHERE: New Conservatory Theatre Center Decker Theatre, 25 Van Ness Ave @Market, San Francisco, CA 94102 WHEN: October 3 – November 2, 2014 Wednesday – Sat at 8pm Sundays at 2pm COST: $25-$45 TICKETS AND BOX OFFICE: 415-861-8972, boxoffice@nctcsf.org Special Engagements: Onstage Insight with cast…………………….……..10/19 Low-Cost Previews…..……………….........10/3 - 10/10 Opening Night…..……………………………………...10/11 Special The Whale \| Bay Area premiere WHO Marin Theatre Company By Samuel D. Hunter Directed by Jasson Minadakis (Failure: A Love Story, The Whipping Man) Featuring Adam Magill (MTC debut), Michelle Maxson* (MTC debut), Cristina Oeschger (MTC debut), Nicholas Pelczar* (The Whipping Man), Liz Sklar* (Failure: A Love Story, Lasso of Truth) * Member, Actor’s Equity Association WHEN October 2 - 26, 2014 Opening Night: Tuesday, October 7 Previews: Thursday, October 2 - Sunday, October 5 Performance Days Tue, Thu, Fri & Sat 8:00 pm Wed 7:30 pm Sun 7:00 pm Matinees: Every Sun 2:00 pm \| Sat 10/11 & 10/25, 2:00 pm \| Thu 10/16, 1:00 pm Check marintheatre.org or call the box office at (415) 388-5208 for exact performance dates and times. WHERE Marin Theatre Company \| 397 Miller Avenue, Mill Valley, CA 94941 ABOUT The bigger the heart, the bigger the heartbreak. Weighing in at almost 600 pounds, Charlie is a gentle but grieving giant, beached on a couch in Northern Idaho. Following a cardiac episode, he decides to reach out, after years of estrangement, to his troubled teenage daughter. This big-hearted drama won MTC’s 2011 Sky Cooper New Play Prize. TICKETS$30–$58, details below (discounts available for Seniors and those Under 30) Ticket Prices: All Previews: $30 Opening Night (10/7): $53 side \| $58 center Tues, Wed, Thu Evenings: $35\| $40 Fri: $43 \| $48 Sat Evenings: $48 \| $53 Sun Evenings & All Matinees: $40 \| $45 All prices subject to change. Discounts available: RUSH tickets: $20, available beginning one hour prior to show, subject to availability Under 30: $20, all performances Senior discounts: $4 off, all performances Military personnel, their families & US veterans: $5 off, all performances, must show ID MTC Loves Our Schools Teen tickets: $10, all performances Teacher tickets: $10, limit 2 per order; contact Education Department at 415.338.5200 x3310 to learn moreFor group sales, contact Margot Manburg, (415) 388-5208. ENGAGE A Q&A discussion, hosted by a member of MTC’s artistic staff (often with one or more members of the cast), follows every performance, except Saturdays and Opening and Closing Nights. ---------------------------------- PLAYING----REVIEWS ARE UP ON THESE ------------------------------------- PIPPIN SHN presents the national tour of Diane Paulus multi-Tony-winning, circus-arts-infused revival of the Roger O. Hirson-Stephen Schwartz musical about the wayward, questing son of Charlemagne, It runs thru October 19th at Golden Gate Theatre, 1 Taylor Street, San Francisco. (888)746-1799 or www.shnsf.com for tickets IT RUNS THRU OCTOBER 19TH An Audience with Meow Meow Written by and starring Meow Meow Adapted and directed by Emma Rice Music supervision and additional arrangements by Lance Horne Musical arrangements by Martin Lowe Choreography by Tiger Martina Featuring: Michael Balderrama (dancer), Bob Gaynor (dancer), Russ Gold (drums/percussion/vibes), Lance Horne (piano), Jessica Ivry (cellist), and Pat Moran (guitar/bass). Creative team: Neil Murray (scenic and costume designer), Alexander V. Nichols (lighting designer), and Simon Baker (sound designer) WHAT: The “post-post-modern” phenomenon creates a musical world premiere of gargantuan proportions for Berkeley Rep’s audiences, featuring sizzling songs, sequins and satire, blow-torch wit, and divine mayhem! WHERE: Berkeley Repertory Theatre Roda Theatre, 2015 Addison Street @ Shattuck, Berkeley, CA 94704: It runs thru – Sunday, October 19, 2014 Tuesdays and Fridays @ 8:00 PM • Wednesdays @ 7:00 PM • Thursdays @ 8:00 PM and 2:00 & 8:00 PM on 9/18 & 10/16 • Saturdays @ 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM; no matinee on 9/6 and 9/20 • Sundays @ 2pm and a post-show party for audiences. Teen Night: Friday 9/5 @ 6:30 PM FREE docent events: docent talks before Tuesday and Thursday evening performances and discussions after all matinees Post-play discussions: , Tuesday 9/30, and Friday 10/10 following the performance Open Captioned Performance: Sunday, 10/19 @ 2:00 PM HOW MUCH: $29 - $89 (subject to change) TIX & INFO: (510) 647-2949 – berkeleyrep.org Discounts: Half-price tickets available for anyone under 30 years of age; $10 discount for students and seniors one hour before curtain; Groups of 10 or more, contact (510) 647-2918 or groups@berkeleyrep.org IT RUNS THRU OCTOBER 19TH CENTER REP PRESENTS Life Could Be A Dream Written & Directed by Roger Bean Music Direction by Brandon Adams Choreography by Lee Martino Starring: Ryan Drummond* , Tim Homsley, Derek Keeling, Jerry Lee* and Sharon Rietkerk* WHERE: Center REPertory Company 1601 Civic Drive in downtown Walnut Creek. DATES / TIMES / TICKET INFO:. Closes Saturday, October 5th at 8:00PM.*appears courtesy TICKET PRICE RANGE: $37 - $66 TICKET INFORMATION: For more information go to CenterREP.org or call 925.943.SHOW (7469). You can also visit the LCA Ticket Office at 1601 Civic Drive or the Ticket Office Outlets at Barnes & Noble in Walnut Creek and the Downtown Walnut Creek Library IT CLOSES OCTOBER 5TH

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