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Posted by:	Richard Connema 01:57 am EST 11/02/14

OPENINGS -------------------- CHICAGO WINNER OF SIX 1997 TONY AWARDS INCLUDING BEST MUSICAL REVIVAL NOVEMBER 7-16 SHN ORPHEUM THEATRE OPENS NEXT FRIDAY– CHICAGO is BACK IN TOWN and its PURE ENTERTAINMENT! Everyone’s favorite razzle-dazzle musical returns to the SHN Orpheum Theatre for a strictly limited engagement November 7-16. Starring John O’Hurley (Seinfeld, Dancing with the Stars), CHICAGO is a production not to be missed CHICAGO which opened to rave reviews on November 14th, 1996, now has the distinction of being the longest running American musical in Broadway history, and... shows no sign of ever slowing down! Set amidst the razzle-dazzle decadence of the 1920s, CHICAGO is the story of Roxie Hart, a housewife and nightclub dancer who maliciously murders her on-the-side lover after he threatens to walk out on her. Desperate to avoid conviction, she dupes the public, the media and her rival cellmate, Velma Kelly, by hiring Chicago’s slickest criminal lawyer to transform her malicious crime into a barrage of sensational headlines, the likes of which might just as easily be ripped from today’s tabloids.With a legendary book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, music by John Kander and lyrics by Fred Ebb, CHICAGO is the winner of six 1997 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival and the Grammy Award for Best Musical Cast Recording. Produced by Barry and Fran Weissler, CHICAGO is the winner of six 1997 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival and the Grammy Award for Best Musical Cast Recording. Walter Bobbie is the director of the original New York Production and Ann Reinking the original choreographer in the style of Bob Fosse. CHICAGO features set design by John Lee Beatty, costume design by William Ivey Long, lighting design by Ken Billington and sound design by Scott Lehrer. The production also features orchestrations by Ralph Burns, supervising music direction by Rob Fisher. ### Ticket Information: Tickets are on sale now through shnsf.com and SHN Audience Services at 888-746-1799. Tickets range from $40-$210. Prices are subject to change. Performance Dates: November 7-16 Tuesday–Saturday at 8pm Wednesday & Saturday at 2pm Sunday, Nov. 9 at 1pm & 6:30pm Sunday, Nov. 16 at 1pm Shakespeare’s R&J Written by Joe Calarco Directed by Ben Randle Starring Taj Campbell, James Arthur M., Adam Odsess-Rubin, and Mike Sagun. WHERE: New Conservatory Theatre Center Walker Theatre, 25 Van Ness Ave @Market, San Francisco, CA 94102 WHEN: November 7 – December 14 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……………..…….……..11/23 Low-Cost Previews…..………………........11/7 - 11/14 Opening Night…..……………………………………..11/15 The Train Driver by Athol Fugard The Train Driver is a heart-wrenching, true story about how a white train driver, Roelf, struggles to cope after tragically killing a black woman, who stepped in front of his oncoming train with a child strapped to her back. What compels a mother to commit such a horrific act? Tortured by his inexplicable guilt and their gruesome images, Roelf travels to the township’s “potter’s field” – their final resting place. There he encounters the black gravedigger, Simon, whose job is to bury the “nameless” and asks where the woman and child are buried. Simon pretends not to remember and Roelf refuses to leave until Simon tells him. Thus begins an uneasy relationship between the two men. In this desolate place, does Simon offer Roelf solace and will Roelf find redemption? Presented by: Off Broadway West Theatre Company, P.O. Box 470005, San Francisco, CA 94147 Director: Richard D. Harder – (This is the second Fugard play for OBWTC & Mr. Harder. In 2011, Mr. Harder won the Best Director Award from the San Francisco/Bay Area Theatre Critics Circle for Fugard’s “Master Harold”. . .and the Boys.) Cast: Conor Hamill (Roelf Visagie) & Melvin Thompson (Simon Hanabe) When: Preview on November 6, 2014; Opens on November 7, 2014; Closes on December 6, 2014 Time: 8:00 p.m. Curtain (Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays) (Closed Thanksgiving Day – 11/27) 3:00 p.m. Sunday Matinees – November 16 & 30 (One-Act Play - No Late Seating!) Where: The Phoenix Theatre, 414 Mason Street, Suite 601, San Francisco (between Geary & Post) Tickets: $40.00 General Admission (TBA, Senior, Student & Group Discounts Available) Advance Tickets: 1-800-838-3006 or www.offbroadwaywest.org Information: 510-835-4205 or info@offbroadwaywest.org Join us 45 minutes before curtain for the performances on Saturday, November 8th and the matinee on Saturday, November 15th for a special Question and Answer Session with Artistic Director, Amanda Folena. ANYTHING GOES features Katie Jaime (Reno Sweeney), Adam Cotugno (Billy Crocker), Samantha Cardenas (Hope Harcourt), Ray D’Ambrosio (Moonface Martin), and Tomas Theriot (Evelyn Oakleigh). The creative team includes Michael Ryken (Director), Robyn Tribuzi (Choreographer), Sean Kana (Musical Director), Fred Sharkey (Set Designer), Margaret Toomey (Costume Designer), Michael Ramsaur (Lighting Designer), and Jonathan Hayward (Sound Designer).Tickets may be purchased in person at the Fox Theatre Box Office located at 2219 Broadway Street in downtown Redwood City, Tuesday through Friday, 10AM-1:30PM, 3:00PM-6:00PM. The Box Office is open 90 minutes prior to the start of each show, and remains open for 30 minutes following the start of the show. Tickets range from $42 to $64 may be purchased by phone at 650-579-5565 or broadwaybythebay.org. Palo Alto Players follows up on its successful season premiere with the hare-raising comedy classic, Harvey.* Written by Mary Chase, this beloved play won the Pulitzer Prize in 1945 and has been charming audiences ever since! Harvey will play for 11 performances (November 7-23, 2014) at the Lucie Stern Theater, located at 1305 Middlefield Road in Palo Alto. Tickets are on sale now by ordering online at www.paplayers.org or calling 650.329.0891. Who: BIG FISH Written by Mary Chase Director: Jeanie K. Smith Scenic Designer: Ron Gasparinetti Lighting Designer: Selina Young Sound Designer: Gordon Smith Properties Designer: Pat Tyler Hair & Makeup Designer: Shiboune Thill Stage Manager: Shiboune Thill Dates: November 2014: 7 (prev), 8 (opening), 9m, 13, 14, 15, 16m, 20, 21, 22, 23m “m” indicates a matinee performance at 2pm; Thursdays are at 7pm; Fridays and Saturdays are at 8pm “prev” indicates a paid preview performance at 8pm indicates a post-show Talk Back event led by Artistic Director Patrick Klein Location: Lucie Stern Theater, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA 94301 Tickets: $31–$45 from Palo Alto Players Box Office; tel- 650.329.0891, or online at www.paplayers.org. Discounted tickets available to Seniors (62+), Military, and Students (w/current ID) for Thursday and Sunday performances only. Talk Back events are complimentary with the price of admission for that night’s performance. Delicate Particle Logic. World Premiere of Jennifer Blackmer’s play about the relationship between physicist Lise Meitner, the first woman in Germany to hold the title of “Professor,” and her friend, the painter Edith Hahn, during the rise of the Nazis. Dr. Meitner is called “the Mother of Nuclear Fission.” Directed by Bruce Coughran. Presented by Indra’s Net Theater at The Osher Studio, 2055 Center Street, Berkeley. Runs Nov. 2-23.Thurs.-Sat 8:00 p.m.; Sundays 5:00 p.m. Tickets $20-28 at (415) 613-9210 www.indrasnettheater.com. (Pay-what-you-can previews Oct 30-Nov 1.) Douglas Morrisson Theatre presents the musical CANDIDE. Based on the novel by Voltaire and featuring Leonard Bernstein's soaring score, this rollicking musical satire chronicles the lives and loves of Candide, a simple soul whose glass is always half-full. WHAT: CANDIDE* by with music by Leonard Bernstein, book adapted from Voltaire by Hugh Wheeler, in a new version by John Caird; and lyrics by Richard Wilbur, additional lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, John Latouche, Lillian Hellman, Dorothy Parker and Leonard Bernstein. Cast: Dee Baily, Jacob Bronson, Reg Clay, Geoff Colton, Rachel Deatherage, George Fernandez, Don Hardwick, Angela Jarosz, Alexis Lane Jensen, Anna Joham, Kenneth Keel, Jay Krohnengold, Tina Marzell, Jennifer Medeiros, Carlo Olmos, Kelcey Poe, Andy Ramirez, Tom Reilly, Carmello Tringali, Johnny Villar, Marianna Wolff. DATES: Thursday, November 6, 2014 Preview @ 8:00 p.m. Friday, November 7, 2014: OPENING RECEPTION THROUGH November 30, 2014 SHOWTIMES: November 6 – November 30, 2014 Thursday November 6 (preview) and November 13 @ 8:00 p.m Fridays and Saturdays @ 8:00 PM Saturday, November 22, 2014 @ 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM Sundays @ 2:00 PM CLOSES: November 30 WHERE: Douglas Morrisson Theatre, 22311 N. Third St., Hayward, CA 94546 Special Events: PRE-SHOW TALK: 7:10 pm Friday November 14 POST-PLAY DISCUSSION: Saturday matinee, November 22 TICKETS: $10 Preview $32 Opening Night $29 Thurs. eve, Fri. eve, Sat. matinee, Sat. eve., Sun. matinee Discounts available for seniors, students, TBA, KQED members, and groups (10+) BOX OFFICE: (510) 881-6777; www.dmtonline.org Bigger Than a Breadbox Theatre Co. Presents ‘Blood Wedding’ by Federico García Lorca at The EXIT Stage Left Bigger Than a Breadbox Theatre Co. brings Southern twist to Spanish classic ‘Blood Wedding’ - Bigger Than a Breadbox Theatre Company, following up on audience favorites ‘Crumble (Lay Me Down, Justin Timberlake)’ and ‘‘Tis Pity She’s a Whore,’ is excited to announce their upcoming production of ‘Blood Wedding’ by Federico García Lorca. Directed by BTaB Executive Artistic Director Ariel Craft, ‘Blood Wedding’ will open at The EXIT Stage Left on November 7th, 2014 at 8:00pm. This production, relocating the setting from the Spanish countryside to the American South, accentuates the immediacy of Lorca’s story to a modern-day audience. David Aaron Brown (‘Tis Pity She’s a Whore’) composes original music inspired by Dolly Parton and her contemporaries. Production designs are tended to by the excellent Jessica Bent, Erik LaDue, and Jessie O’Hearn with Assistant Direction by Ben Calabrese. ‘Blood Wedding’ runs Nov. 7th, 8th, 14th, 21st, and 22nd at 8:00pm with an early 5:00pm performance on Nov. 15th. Tickets are available at the door and online beginning at $15. For more information about online ticket purchase, please visit www.btabtheatreco.org/tickets. The Dragon Play by Jenny Connell Davis, directed by Tracy Ward / West Coast PremierePreviews Nov 6 & 7 • Opens Nov 8 • Runs through Dec 14 • Thu–Sat 8pm, Sun 7pm • No performances Thanksgiving weekend Where: La Val’s Subterranean, 1834 Euclid Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709 Admission: $10–25 More info and box office:http://impacttheatre.com • 510 224-5744 • info@impacttheatre.com : No Nude Men Productions a Company in Residence at the EXIT Theatre presents San Francisco Olympians Festival V: The Monster BallThe San Francisco Olympians Festival is an annual dramatic readings festival of commissioned work. It lasts for twelve nights, with a focus on the creation of new scripts for the theater while also providing a showcase for Bay Area fine artists, actors, directors.This year the San Francisco Olympians Festival is excited to debut 28 new plays by 30 local writers -- 13 of whom will be contributing written work to the festival for the first time! The plays range from shorts to one-acts to full-lengths, and each one explores a different monster from Greek mythology. November 5 - November 22 Wednesday through SaturdayTickets are $10.00 at the door, and can be purchased starting at 7:30pm the night of the show. Audience members who attend more than four nights get the fifth free. Theater Madcap presents True West by Sam Shepard WHEN: Fri and Sat at 8pm, Sun at 7pm, November 7-30 WHERE: Inner Mission SF, 2050 Bryant St, San Francisco, 94110 TICKETS: Tickets start at $20 and can be purchased at www.TheaterMadCap.com FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT: www.TheaterMadCap.com WORKING is a vital new musical based on the book by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Studs Terkel. Newly adapted by Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Pippin and Godspell) from the original adaptation by Stephen Schwartz and Nina Faso, WORKING is the working man’s A Chorus Line. A musical exploration of 26 people from all walks of life, with songs by all-star composers Craig Carnelia, Micki Grant, Tony Award™ winner Lin-Manuel Miranda, Mary Rodgers, Susan Birkenhead, Stephen Schwartz and Grammy Award™ winner James Taylor. WORKING celebrates everyday people in a genuinely funny and touching way. Portrayed by an ensemble cast featuring the rising stars of the Santa Clara University Theatre and Dance department. WORKING fills you with hope and inspiration and is the perfect musical for everyone who has ever worked a day in their lives. Tickets are on sale now, ranging from $10-$15 Purchase on-line at www.scupresents.org or call the Box Office at 408-554-4015. Working, A Musical November 7-15, 2014 All performances at 8pm except Sunday, November 9 at 2pm. Louis B. Mayer Theatre Santa Clara University TICKETS: The public may call (408) 554-4015 or visit www.scupresents.org THE IMMIGRANT The Tabard Theatre Company at Theatre on San Pedro Square continues its 2014-2015 season themed “It’s All About Perspective!” with Mark Harelik’s popular play, THE IMMIGRANT, November 7 through 22. Inspired by his grandmother’s photo album and subtitled "A Hamilton County Album,” THE IMMIGRANT is the charming and touching true story of Mark Harelik’s Russian grandparents, two Russian Jews who immigrated to the small Texas town of Hamilton in 1909. Over decades, as depicted in the play, their lives become deeply woven into the fabric of this Southern Baptist community as they journey through the real-life humor and conflicts that arise when cultures clash on the road to understanding. Harelik’s grandfather grew to become a pillar of the community and business leader. This tribute to the tenacity, persistence, and commitment of the immigrant life underscores the bold, proud, and resilient fabric of all those who came to America for a new life. Playwright Mark Harelik, who was born in Hamilton, Texas, has many stage, TV, and film credits, including co-writing the screenplay for the award-nominated Lost THE IMMIGRANT will run November 7 through 22, at the intimate Theatre on San Pedro Square, 29 North San Pedro Street, in downtown San Jose. Thursday through Saturday evening performances are at 8pm; Saturday matinees at 3pm, Sundays at 2pm.Tickets are available at www.tabardtheatre.org, or by calling 408-679-2330. Cabaret Seating $38; Adults $32; Seniors $30; Students and Full-time Adult Students $15. Advance purchase is strongly recommended. --------------------- IN PREVIEWS: ---------------------- Aurora Theatre Company continues its 23rd season with the West Coast Premiere of Fraser Grace’s provocative BREAKFAST WITH MUGABE. First produced by the Royal Shakespeare Company in 2005, this recent off Broadway hit was inspired by newspaper reports that Robert Mugabe, the president of Zimbabwe, severely depressed and convinced he was haunted by the ghost of a dead comrade, sought treatment from a white psychiatrist. Shedding light on Mugabe’s demons, the sessions soon become a precarious power struggle between doctor and patient. Set against the aftermath of colonialism and revolution, BREAKFAST WITH MUGABE delves into the mind of one of the world’s most vilified leaders.Jon Tracy, who directed Aurora’s productions of Gidion’s Knot and The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity, returns to helm BREAKFAST WITH MUGABE, called “[a] taut meditation on guilt and power” by TimeOut NY, and about which The New York Times said, “In Mr. Grace’s capable hands, Mugabe rightfully deserves a seat alongside Macbeth, Richard III and other tragic, power-siphoning Shakespearean antiheroes.” L. Peter Callender, who previously starred in Aurora’s productions of The Soldier’s Tale and Permanent Collection, returns to the company to play the title role of Robert Mugabe. BREAKFAST WITH MUGABE also features Dan Hiatt (Wittenberg, The Arsonists), Leontyne Mbele-Mbong (African-American Shakespeare Company, Lamplighters), and Adrian Roberts (TheatreWorks, California Shakespeare Theater, Berkeley Repertory Theatre). DATES: Previews: November 7, 8, 12 at 8pm; November 9 at 2pm; November 11 at 7pm Opens: November 13, 2014 Post-show Talkbacks: November 18, 20, 26, December 5 Closes: December 7 SHOWS: Tuesday at 7pm; Wednesday through Saturday at 8pm; Sunday at 2pm and 7pm WHERE: Aurora Theatre, 2081 Addison Street, Berkeley, CA TICKETS: For tickets (Previews $35; Regular Performances $32-50; Limited Opening Night Seating $60) the public can call (510) 843-4822 or visit auroratheatre.org. Half-off tickets for Under 35, student, and group discounts available ---------------------------------- PLAYING----REVIEWS ARE UP ON THESE ------------------------------------- HARRY THAW HATES EVERYBODY Remember Evelyn Nesbit, the beautiful Ragtime girl in the red velvet swing? She was the toast of New York, wooed shamelessly by Stanford White, the grand architect of Manhattan. But another man, Harry K. Thaw, waited ominously in the wings. Harry Thaw Hates Everybody puts the spotlight on Evelyn with a story that’s “got everything you could want in a good yarn. Beauty, sex, murder, money, true love...” Winner of the LA Drama Critics Award for Best Writing. The production runs through November 23. Wednesday and Thursday performances at 7pm; Friday and Saturday performances at 8pm; Sunday performances at 5pm, except the final Sunday, November 23 which will be at 2pm. WHERE: The Ashby Stage, 1901 Ashby Avenue, Berkeley TICKET PRICES: October 15 - 22 are Pay-What-You-Can. Regular performance nights $20 - $30. Shotgun has a new MAD Tickets deal for people 25 and younger - $5 tickets! Advance reservations strongly advised – shows will sell out!For more information go to www.shotgunplayers.org or call 510.841.6500 IT RUNS THRU NOVEMBER 23RD Thrillpeddlers presents… Shocktoberfest 15: THE BLOODY DÉBUTANTE This 15th Annual Extravaganza of Terror & Titillation includes: - THE TAXIDERMIST’S REVENGE - a Black Comedy One-Act by Rob Keef - THE SYSTEM OF DR. TARR AND PROFESSOR FETHER - An Edgar Allan Poe Classic from Le Théâtre du Grand Guignol –by André de Lorde, freely adapted by Paulo Biscaia Filho- THE BLOODY DÉBUTANTE - a Musical Ritual One-Act by Scrumbly Koldewyn- DEATHWRITE - a World-Premiere Black Comedy by Andy Wenger and Damien Chacona and a Lights-Out Spook-Show Finale. WHEN: IT RUNS THRU – Nov. 22, 2014 Limited Engagement – only 23 performances. , 2014 2 Special Halloween Performances. Tues., Oct. 28 / Wed. Oct. 29 at 8:00 pm 2014 dates for Shocktoberfest 15: THE BLOODY DÉBUTANTE: 8:00 pm , (Thurs. Fri. & Sat. - 8:00 pm) Nov. 6, 7, 8 / 13, 14, 15 / 20, 21, 22 (Thurs. Fri. & Sat. - 8:00 pm) TIX: Tickets available http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/858011 or by calling 415/ 377- 4202 (premium tickets sold in pairs only.) $30 general admission $35 for front row seats and “Shock Boxes” & “Turkish Lounges” VENUE: The Hypnodrome - 575 10th St. in SF 94103 (btwn. Bryant & Division Sts.) IT RUNS THRU NOVEMBER 22ND IDEATION Aaron Loeb brings a dark comic edge to this psychological suspense thriller, in which group of corporate consultants work together on a mysterious and ethically ambiguous project. As the lines between right and wrong are blurred, these characters must navigate the cognitive dissonances and moral dilemmas to decide for themselves if everything is as it really seems.SHOWS: It runs thru through Nov. 8th. Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 7pm Friday & Saturday 8pm Matinees Saturday 3pm and Sunday 2pm. No Matinee 9/27 WHERE: San Francisco Playhouse 450 Post Street, San Francisco (2nd Floor of Kensington Park Hotel, b/n Powell & Mason) TICKETS: For tickets ($20-$120) or more information, the public may contact the San Francisco Playhouse box office at 415-677-9596, or www.sfplayhouse.org. IT RUN THRU NOVEMBER 8TH FOODIES THE MUSICAL The Show for Everyone Who Eats, Written and Directed by Morris Bobrow playing an opening end run at the Shelton Theatre, 533 Sutter Street, San Francisco. (800-838-3006) REVIEW IS UP ON REGIONAL. --------------------------------------- REVIEWS COMING UP ON REGIONAL ------------------------------------------------------ 42ND STREET MOON PRESENTS “THE BOY FRIEND” THRU -NOVEMBER 16, 2014 THE EUREKA THEATRE Music, Lyrics, and Book by Sandy Wilson Directed and Choreographed by Cindy Goldfield Music Direction by Dave Dobrusky A lighter-than-air spoof of 1920s musical comedies, The Boy Friend is one of the most delightful shows of the mid-20th century. English "perfect young ladies" frolic on the French Riviera in this delectable farce. The songs include I Could Be Happy With You, A Room in Bloomsbury, Won't You Charleston With Me?, Safety in Numbers, and It's Nicer in Nice. Starring: Katherine Cooper Brandon Dahlquist Khalia Davis Michael Doppe Mark Farrell Jennifer Mitchell Paul Myrvold Stephanie Prentice Barbara Pond Melissa Reinertson Nathaniel Rothrock Adam Roy Andrea St. Clair Burton Thomas Erin-Kate Whitcomb REGULAR PERFORMANCES Wed & Thur, 7 pm  Fri at 8 pm Sat at 6 pm Sun at 3 pm FAMILY MATINEE Saturday, November 8  at 1 pm Tickets: $21-$75 (Subject to change) For tickets call 415-255-8207 or on line at www.42ndstmoon.org IT RUN THRU NOVEMBER 19TH And I And Silence* by Naomi Wallace directed by Loretta Greco Scenic Design by Daniel Ostling, Costume Design by Brandin Baron, Lighting Design by Stephen Strawbridge, Sound Design by Sara Huddleston. Cast: Dee – Jessi Campbell Jamie – Tristian Cunningham Dee – Siobhan Marie Doherty Jamie – Angel Moore Where: Magic Theatre Fort Mason Center 2 Marina Blvd., Building D, 3rd Floor San Francisco, CA 94123 (Entrance to Fort Mason at the intersection of Marina Blvd and Buchanan St) Performance Schedule: Sunday 11/2 @ 2:30pm (Preview)* Monday 11/3 @ 7pm (Preview) Tuesday 11/4 @ 8pm Opening Night Thursday 11/6 @ 8pm Friday 11/7 @ 8pm Saturday, 11/8 @ 8pm Sunday 11/9 @ 2:30pm Tuesday 11/11 @ 7pm Wednesday 11/12 @ 8pm Thursday 11/13 @ 8pm Friday 11/14 @ 8pm Saturday 11/15 @ 8pm Sunday 11/16 @2:30pm Wednesday 11/19 @ 8pm Thursday 11/20 @ 8pm Friday 11/21 @ 8pm** Saturday 11/22 @ 8pm Sunday 11/23 @ 2:30pm Post-show discussion with the Director Post-show TalkBACK How Much: $20-$60 $5 off for Seniors and Educators Student Tickets: $20 Tickets on sale now.To Purchase Tickets: Call the Magic Theatre box office at 415.441.8822 or Purchase online at www.magictheatre.org IT RUNS THRU NOVEMBER 23RD 014-15 Sandbox Series presents World Premiere 77%* By RINNE GROFF Directed by Marissa Wolf Press Opening: Saturday, November 1st at 8pm It runs to November 22nd Thurs 7pm / Fri, Sat 8pm will be held at Tides Theater, 533 Sutter St, 2nd Floor– San Francisco Playhouse (Bill English, Artistic Director; Susi Damilano, Producing Director) opens its sixth season of the Sandbox Series of new plays with the world premiere of Rinne Groff’s 77% (formerly titled Schooner). Marissa Wolf will direct.A high-powered businesswoman, her stay-at-home husband and her socialite mother wrestle with the decision to have another child, while her father braves a squall with his schooner in the Chesapeake Bay. What are the odds? The cast includes Arwen Anderson, Patrick Russell and Karen Grassle. SHOWS: through November 22nd.Thursday 7pm, Friday & Saturday 8pm, Saturday 3pm.WHERE: Tides Theater, 533 Sutter St. 2nd Floor. Between Powell & Mason.TICKETS: For tickets ($20) or more information, the public may contact the San Francisco Playhouse box office at 415-677-9596, or http://sfplayhouse.org/sfph/77-percent/. IT RUNS THRU NOVEMBER 22ND Contra Costa Musical Theatre (CCMT) presents the musical “Bye Bye Birde”* at Walnut Creek’s Lesher Center for the Arts, through November 15th, 2014. Tickets for “Bye Bye Birde” range from $45 to $54 (with discounts available for seniors, youth, and groups) and are on sale now at the Lesher Center for the Arts Ticket Office, 1601 Civic Drive in Walnut Creek, 925.943.SHOW (943-7469). Tickets can also be purchased online at www.lesherArtscenter.org. Inspired by Elvis Presley and the stir his draft notice caused in 1957, this satirical look at Americana has music by Charles Strouse (Annie; Applause), lyrics by Lee Adams (Applause), and book byMichael Stewart (Hello Dolly, Carnival). The show was nominated for seven Tony Awards,winning four, including Best Musical. IT RUNS THRU NOVEMBER 15TH -------------------------------------- OTHER PRODUCTIONS PLAYING ---------------------------- Party PeopleWHO: Written by and starring UNIVERSES (Steven Sapp, Mildred Ruiz-Sapp, William Ruiz) Developed and directed by Liesl TommyChoreography by Millicent Johnnie Featuring: J. Bernard Calloway (Blue), Michael Elich (Marcus/Roger), Christopher Livingston (Malik), Amy Lizardo (Clara), Jesse J. Perez (Tito), Sophia Ramos (Maruca), Robynn Rodriguez (Donna/Fina), Mildred Ruiz-Sapp, (Helita), William Ruiz (Jimmy), Steven Sapp, (Omar), Reggie D. White (Solias), and C. Kelly Wright (Amira).Creative team: Marcus Doshi (scenic and lighting designer), Meg Neville (costume designer), Broken Chord (sound design, vocal direction, and original compositions), Alexaqnder V. Nichols (projection designer), and Millicent Johnnie (choreographer).WHAT: Get ready for a hyperkinetic mix of live video, hip hop, jazz, rock, gospel, blues, Latin rhythms, and spoken word as the explosive theatre ensemble UNIVERSES rocks and unlocks the radical and complicated legacy of the Black Panthers and Young Lords in this high-wattage fusion of story and song.WHERE: Berkeley Repertory Theatre Thrust Stage, 2025 Addison Street @ Shattuck, Berkeley, CA 94704 WHEN: 35 PERFORMANCES: It run thru November 16, 2014 Tuesdays and Fridays @ 8:00 PM Wednesdays @ 7:00 PM Thursdays @ 8:00 PM Saturdays @ 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM; no matinee on 10/18 Sundays @ 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM; docent talks before Tuesday and Thursday evening performances and discussions after all matinees Post-play discussions: Thursday 10/31, Tuesday 11/4, and Thursday 11/13 following the performance. In addition UNIVERSES will be hosting talkbacks in the bar after evening performances on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. Last Call: Saturday 10/18 following the evening performance Open Captioned Performance: Sunday, 11/16 @ 2:00 PMHOW MUCH: $29 - $89 (subject to change) TIX & INFO: (510) 647-2949 – berkeleyrep.orgDiscounts: 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 NOVEMBER 23RD What I Did Last Summer. A. R. Gurney play set in July 1945. Dads and Husbands are away at War. Charlie is 14 and at War with his Mother. A touching, funny story set just before the World Changed Forever. Piedmont Oakland Rep at 4137 Piedmont Ave, Oakland. It runs thru - Dec 13 Performs Saturdays--8:00 p.m. & Sundays-- 2:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. $22-$25 www.PORT4137.INFO or Brown Paper Tickets 800-838-3006. IT RUNS THRU DECEMBER 13TH BERKELEY PLAYHOUSE MAINSTAGE ANNOUNCES The 2014-2015 SEASON WILL OPEN WITH THE FIRST BAY AREA COMPANY PRODUCTION Of MARY POPPINS October 30–December 7, 2014Original Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman ∙ Book by Julian Fellowes New Songs and Additional Music and Lyrics by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe Co-Created by Cameron Mackintosh – Berkeley Playhouse will open their seventh season with the much beloved and whimsical, MARY POPPINS, directed and choreographed by Kimberly Dooley. Previews begin October 30, 2014, and the show runs from November 1 to December 7, 2014 at the Julia Morgan Theater, 2640 College Ave. in Berkeley. Season Passes are now available through the Ticket Office, call (510) 845-8542 x351 or visit berkeleyplayhouse.org. Single tickets will go on sale Sept. 1, 2014.Dooley’s creative team will include Music Director Olivia Gomez and Lighting Designer Mark Hueske (both returning from The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee); Scenic Designer Martin Flynn (A Little Princess, Annie), debuting Costume Designer Liz Martin, and props design by Megan Lush (Shrek, The Music Man). THE CAST: The cast will feature Taylor Jones, who just completed the National Tour of American Idiot, as Mary Poppins; Alex Rodriguez as Bert (Miss Saigon, Nat. Tour; Triassic Parq, Ray of Light Theatre); Tom Reardon as Mr. Banks (Guys and Dolls, White Christmas, Feinstein’s at the Hotel Nikko), Sarah Mitchell (The Music Man, Guys & Dolls) as Mrs. Banks, Mary Gibboney as Mrs. Brill and Billy Raphael (Twelfth Night, Shotgun Players; The Sound of Music, The Music Man, Berkeley Playhouse) as Robertson Ay. The youth rolls will be double-cast and feature Julia Kaufman Sommers and Dakota Dry as Jane, and Chiara Abondolo-Mayo and Luka Henrie-Naffaa as Michael.Previews: ; Sunday, November 2 at 12pm and 5pm Closes: Sunday, December 7 at 5pm All performances: Fridays at 7pm; Saturdays at 1pm and 6pm; Sundays at 12pm and 5pm. Special performances on Friday (11/28) at 1pm and Thursday (12/4) at 7pm at Berkeley Playhouse @ The Julia Morgan Theater. 2640 College Ave. Berkeley, CA 94704TICKETS: For tickets ($17 for previews and $25–$60 for regular performances) or more information, the public may call (510) 845-8542 x351 or visit berkeleyplayhouse.org. Group rates available for 10 or more people. IT RUNS THRU DECEMBER 7TH Central Works presents: “Recipe” Written by Michael Gene Sullivan, Directed by Gary Graves it runs thru –Nov 23 At: The Berkeley City Club, 2315 Durant Avenue, Berkeley. Performances: Thurs., Fri.& Sat. 8 pm, Sunday 5 pm (Post-show Talk-backs Nov 9)Ticket prices: $28 online at centralworks.org, $28–$15 sliding scale at the door.Pay-what-you-can: Previews and every Thursday, at the door as availableResrervations & information : 510.558.1381 or centralworks.orgSullivan serves up the laughs in this delicious take on a circle of sweet old grandmotherly bakers, who just happen to be dedicated to the armed overthrow of the United States government. But baking pies and cakes isn’t enough to satisfy these four intrepid refugees from the sixties, and their burning desire to “Up the Revolution!” Directed by Gary Graves,“Recipe” is Central Works 45th world premiere and features Velina Brown* (Diane), Tamar Cohn (Ruth), Phoebe Moyer* (Lillian), Lynne Soffer* (Helen) and Jan Zvaifler (Janice), (member AEA). It’s one thing to say “The government is probably listening to my calls,” but what do you do when you find out it’s true? If it seems that the government that you call “a fascist, surveillance state” has specifically targeted you, is specifically watching YOU (it’s not paranoia if they really are after you!), then what? How do you live your life knowing that all your fears may, actually, be true? IT RUNS THRU NOVEMBER 23RD The Marsh announces Don Reed’s new show, SEMI-FAMOUS: HOLLYWOOD HELL TALES FROM THE MIDDLE will transfer to The Marsh San Francisco where it will run September 13 through October 19. A collection of delightful tales and anecdotes, from panic attacks auditioning for Spike Lee, to almost being shot by the Secret Service at The Tonight Show, these tales of heartbreak and triumph are all true and all wrong, as described by Reed, the author and performer of several hit shows and former Tonight Show opening act. WHEN: IT RUNS THRU – October 19, 2014 SHOWS: Saturdays at 5:00 pm, Sundays 7:00 pm (through September 6 at Marsh Berkeley Saturdays at 8:30pm, Sundays at 7:00pm (beginning September 13 at Marsh SF) WHERE: The Marsh San Francisco MainStage Theater 1062 Valencia Street (between 21st & 22nd Streets) Parking is available at New Mission Bartlett Garage (21st St between Mission & Valencia.)Bart Station (closest): Mission & 24th Street TICKETS: $20 - $35 sliding scale, $60 - $100 reserved INFO: For information or to order tickets call (415) 282-3055 or visit www.themarsh.org IT RUNS THRU NOVEMBER 30TH The Marsh presents the return of award-winning performer Brian Copeland in two of his acclaimed solo pieces: NOT A GENUINE BLACK MAN* returns to The Marsh for a 10th anniversary revival performed in rep with THE WAITING PERIOD, Copeland’s acclaimed, unflinching look at depression. Says Copeland, “With the devastating loss of Robin Williams, I hope we can now finally start a national dialogue about this largely misunderstood condition.” Performances of THE WAITING PERIOD will honor the families of those who have lost loved ones to depression. Both shows, featuring humorous, poignant, and riveting insights, are written by Brian Copeland and directed by David Ford. WHEN: It runs thru -November 22, 2014 SHOWS NOT A GENUINE BLACK MAN, Thursdays and Fridays, 8pm THE WAITING PERIOD, Saturdays, 5pm WHERE: The Marsh San Francisco Main Stage 1062 Valencia Street (between 21st & 22nd Streets) Parking is available at New Mission Bartlett Garage (21st St between Mission & Valencia. Bart Station (closest): Mission & 24th Street TICKETS: Not a Genuine Black Man: $30 in advance / $35 at the door $60/ 100 reserved seating Discount for teachers/educators: half-price tickets available for parities for 6 or more (Fridays only, advance purchase only). The Waiting Period $35 in advance / $40 at the door$60/ 100 reserved seating(a portion of these proceeds will benefit charities designated by families of depression victims.)INFO: For information or to order tickets call (415) 282-3055 or visit www.themarsh.org IT RUNS THRU NOVEMBER 22 .The Marsh announces that COPS AND ROBBERS will extend at The Marsh Berkeley, It runs thru October 19, 2014. Law enforcement officer by day, hip hop artist by night, Jinho “Piper” Ferreira blurs the lines of “right” and “wrong” in COPS AND ROBBERS. This solo tour de force presents a piercing look into the dysfunctional relationship between law enforcement, the media, and the Black community. Centered on an officer-involved shooting, writer/performer Jinho “The Piper” Ferreira takes the viewer on an emotionally charged ride with unexpected twists and turns. The Piper seamlessly travels through 17 characters, each with their own convictions, logic, and prejudices. COPS AND ROBBERS takes no prisoners as it challenges the viewer to question all preconceived notions of justice. DATES/ TIMES: Now - September 13: Fri at 8pm, Sat at 8:30pm September 21-October 19: Sun at 7pm WHERE: The Marsh Berkeley 2120 Allston Way Berkeley, CA 94704 TICKETS: $20-35; $50/100 Reserved Seats For tickets, visit www.themarsh.org or call 415-282-3055 IT RUN THRU NOVEMBER 30TH ---------------------------------------- CLOSES SATURDAY ------------------------- IDEATION Aaron Loeb brings a dark comic edge to this psychological suspense thriller, in which group of corporate consultants work together on a mysterious and ethically ambiguous project. As the lines between right and wrong are blurred, these characters must navigate the cognitive dissonances and moral dilemmas to decide for themselves if everything is as it really seems.SHOWS: It runs thru through Nov. 8th. Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 7pm Friday & Saturday 8pm Matinees Saturday 3pm and Sunday 2pm. No Matinee 9/27 WHERE: San Francisco Playhouse 450 Post Street, San Francisco (2nd Floor of Kensington Park Hotel, b/n Powell & Mason) TICKETS: For tickets ($20-$120) or more information, the public may contact the San Francisco Playhouse box office at 415-677-9596, or www.sfplayhouse.org. IT RUN THRU NOVEMBER 8TH WHAT: Ragged Wing Ensemble presents REDWOLF by Amy Sass and Anthony Clarvoe. Directed by Amy Sass WHEN: It runs thru November 8, 2014: Fridays and Saturdays 8 pm, Saturdays 2 pm, Sundays 7 pm WHERE: The Flight Deck, 1540 Broadway, Oakland 94612 TICKETS: $25-40, (a limited number of rush student/senior tickets at $15 will be available at the door half an hour before curtain.) http://www.eventbrite.com/e/ragged-wing-ensemble-presents-redwolf-tickets-12968207257 IT RUNS THRU NOVEMBER 8TH -------------------------- CLOSES NEXT SUNDAY: ---------------------------------- Avenue Q. Novato Theater Company presents the Tony Award-winning musical It runs thru – November 9. The “adult Sesame Street” comedy is directed by Carl Jordan with musical direction by Monica Norcia. The show features both puppets and human actors. It is not recommended for children under 13. NTC Playhouse, 5420 Nave Drive, Suite C, Novato. It runs thru-November 9 Fridays & Saturdays: 8:00pm; Sundays: 2:00pm. $25 Adults, $22 Seniors & Students, $15 Preview. Tickets at www.novatotheatercompany.org; (415) 883-4498 for information only. IT RUNS THRU NOVEMBER 9TH ---------------------- CLOSES TODAY ---------------------- 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: it runs thru – 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 IT RUN THRU NOVEMBER 2ND TheatreWorks, the nationally acclaimed theatre of Silicon Valley, presents the gripping Broadway musical SWEENEY TODD. This masterpiece, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Hugh Wheeler, tells the darkly thrilling tale of a 19th century barber’s bloody vengeance. With the help of Mrs. Lovett, the devious purveyor of “the worst pies in London,” the cruelly wronged Mr. Todd exacts grisly revenge on the residents of London. The SWEENEY TODD cast features David Studwell as “Sweeney Todd,” Tory Ross as “Mrs. Lovett,” Spencer Kiely as “Toby,” Mindy Lym as “Johanna,” Mia Fryvecind Gimenez as “Beggar Woman,” Jack Mosbacher as “Anthony,” Martin Rojas Dietrich as “Beadle,” Noel Anthony as “Pirelli,” Lee Strawn as “Judge Turpin,” joined by an ensemble including Nik Duggan, Dominic Michael Lewis, Caitlin O’Leary, Nick Schmittzeh, Kelly Swartz, and Caroline Altman.WHEN: Closes: Sunday, November 2, 2014 SHOWS: Previews: 8:00 PM Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 7:30 PM Thursdays and Fridays: 8:00 PM Saturdays: 2:00 PM, 8:00 PM Sundays: 2:00 PM, 7:00 PM Added Matinee: Wednesday, Oct. 29: 2:00pm WHERE: Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts 500 Castro Street, Mountain View TICKETS: $19 (30 and under) - $74; savings available for educators, seniors, and patrons 30 and under. A $6 convenience fee will be assessed for online and telephone orders. INFO: For information or to order tickets visit theatreworks.org or call (650) 463-1960 IT CLOSES ON NOVEMBER 2ND The Woman In Black Scares Audiences At the Dragon Theatre This Halloween Season In this brilliant adaptation of Susan Hill’s horror novella, a traumatized man recruits a young actor to help him exorcise the ghost of the Woman in Black. As the two men perform the story, the suspense builds until the ghost’s terrible secret is finally revealed. Acclaimed by audiences and critics alike, The Woman in Black is the second longest-running play in the history of London’s West End. Adapted by Stephen Mallatratt, based on the novel by Susan Hill, directed by Executive Artistic Director Meredith HagedornFeaturing: Tasi Alabastro (The Actor), Lessa Bouchard (The Woman In Black), Kevin Kirby (Kipps) WHEN: IT RUNS THRU – November 2, 2014 Thursdays – Saturdays at 8p, Sundays at 2p Pay What You Will Preview Thursday, October 9th at 8p Opening night reception October 9th after the show Post-show discussion after the Sunday, December 7th matinee WHERE: The Dragon Theatre in downtown Redwood City 2120 Broadway Street at the intersection of Broadway and Theatre Way HOW MUCH: $30 for all general admission seats. $10 rush tickets on Thursdays and Fridays starting 2nd week. Limited availability and cash only at the door. – $200 for the VIP box (seats 4 people and includes champagne and chocolates.) TIX & MORE INFO: http://dragonproductions.net/ IT RUNS THRU NOVEMBER 2ND -----------------------

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