‘Manahatta’ Review: Brutal American origin story pulls no punches in Berkeley

Mary Kathryn Nagle’s drama at Aurora Theatre links history of Manhattan to present-day ravages of Colonialism.

Taylor Mac back in Bay Area to capture centuries of queer history in song

Theater star comes to UC Berkeley to perform ‘Bark of Millions,’ which traces history of queer music to the origin of modern LGBTQ movement.

Theater review: Marin Theatre Company’s ‘Dragon’ roars to life

Sara Porkalob’s grandmother has a story to tell, but nothing could prepare you for what an outrageous story it is. Grandmother Maria is an irresistibly charismatic and forceful presence as Porkalob…

Review: Broadway blockbuster ‘Lion King’ prowls SF anew

The theatrical marvel that is “The Lion King” has returned to S.F., reminding us of just how good a show it is.

Holidays 2023: Here are 10 theatrical sugarplums headed to Bay Area stages

Bay Area holiday stage offerings range from 3 ”Christmas Carols’ to “Elf the Musical” to drag favorite ‘Golden Girls Live.’

Billy Crudup returns to Berkeley Rep in solo tour-de-force

Billy Crudup stars in the demanding solo show “Harry Clarke,” about a New York City con man; it opens at Berkeley Rep Nov. 15.

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Homegrown take on Orwell’s classic ‘1984’ finally gets Bay Area staging

Orwell’s classic cautionary tale of a totalitarian society will play at Aurora Theatre Nov. 10-Dec. 10.