SAN FRANCISCO THEATERS
San Francisco’s vibrant theatre scene is home to numerous small and mid-sized companies offering a diverse range of productions. Here are some notable examples:
San Francisco Playhouse
- Website: sfplayhouse.org
- About: Located in downtown San Francisco, this nonprofit theatre is renowned for staging a variety of plays and musicals, including world premieres and thought-provoking works from global playwrights.
Crowded Fire Theater
- Website: crowdedfire.org
- About: Known for developing and presenting innovative and provocative new plays, Crowded Fire contributes to the creation of a contemporary canon that reflects the diverse world in which we live.
New Conservatory Theatre Center (NCTC)
- Website: nctcsf.org
- About: Founded in 1981, NCTC is a nonprofit theatre company that showcases a Pride Season, an In-Concert/Cabaret Series, Family Matinee performances, and more. They also offer a comprehensive conservatory for youth and adults.
Cutting Ball Theater
- Website: cuttingball.com
- About: Specializing in experimental theatre, Cutting Ball Theater focused on reimagining classics and exploring new works that challenge conventional theatre forms. After 25 years of groundbreaking productions, the theater announced its closure by the end of December 2024, citing diminishing arts funding.
Theatre of Yugen
- Website: theatreofyugen.org
- About: An innovative theatre company rooted in Noh drama and Kyogen comedy, Theatre of Yugen creates intercultural experiences that engage and inspire diverse audiences in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond.
We Players
- Website: weplayers.org
- About: A site-integrated theatre company, We Players stages immersive performances in various locations, transforming public spaces into interactive playhouses.
Little Boxes Theater
- Website: littleboxestheater.com
- About: A unique venue offering a variety of performances, including seasonal shows with a nod to vaudeville tradition, providing limitless creative experiences.