Waterfront Walkabout | Free SF Art Stroll
Sep
17
5:00 PM17:00

Waterfront Walkabout | Free SF Art Stroll

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SFBATCO has been commissioned by En2Action to create a performance art piece to accompany the Coralee Mermaid Statue stop on the SF Waterfront Walkabout.

San Francisco’s new event series where live music, interactive pop-ups, & monumental art set the stage for a bayside stroll like no other! Launching September 17 and returning monthly every third Thursday this fall, Waterfront Walkabout is a free series inviting you to experience the Big Art Loop – Portside as the Embarcadero waterfront comes to life!

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World Premiere of Every Saturday Night
Oct
10
to Nov 1

World Premiere of Every Saturday Night

Be transported to San Francisco’s Fillmore District—beginning in the present day, where the echoes of a once-thriving Black neighborhood still shape the streets. From there, Every Saturday Night pulls audiences back into the 1950s, the vibrant “Harlem of the West,” when the Fillmore pulsed with jazz, community, and possibility.

Following two Black boys—one in each era—the musical explores home, belonging, and resilience, revealing how the Fillmore’s past and present are connected by displacement, gentrification, and the enduring fight to stay rooted in the community. 

Inspired by true events, this boisterous and heartfelt new work by acclaimed Bay Area playwright, composer, and director Danny Duncan and playwright Michael Gene Sullivan celebrates a historic neighborhood while asking urgent questions about who gets to remain in the city today.

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Bourbon & Broadway Gala
Sep
10
6:00 PM18:00

Bourbon & Broadway Gala

Slip into your finest pinstripes, fringe, sequins, and feathers and make your way to Bourbon & Broadway, a speakeasy-inspired soirée benefiting San Francisco Bay Area Theatre Company (SFBATCO). For one unforgettable evening, the doors swing open to an underground world where dazzling entertainment, exceptional spirits, and extraordinary company come together in support of bold theatre and the artists who bring it to life. The password? "Bourbon & Broadway." Consider this your invitation.

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World Premiere of Arab Spring (Co-prod with Golden Thread Productions)
Jun
19
to Jul 12

World Premiere of Arab Spring (Co-prod with Golden Thread Productions)

A biting dark comedy about loss, grief, and the wars we wage in family. Yusef, a recovering addict and Dina, his controlling big sister, return on the 4th of July to their childhood home in the suburbs to bury their deadbeat Dad. As they rush to pull off an Islamic burial before his body goes cold, they’re forced to confront who their estranged father really was and what family means … hopefully, without killing each other. Inshallah.

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Ida B Wells Final Showcase (Dinner + Murder Mystery)
May
14
6:00 PM18:00

Ida B Wells Final Showcase (Dinner + Murder Mystery)

Join us for an unforgettable evening of food, drama, and intrigue! Heat of the Kitchen, in collaboration with the Ida B Wells Drama Team, invites you to a one-of-a-kind Dinner Theatre experience. Set on the eve of a couple's wedding, the night takes a thrilling turn as a murder mystery unfolds - secrets surface, tensions rise, and everyone becomes a suspect. Guests will enjoy a thoughtfully prepared, multi-course meal while being immersed in a live theatrical performance full of twists, turns and unexpected revelations. Come ready to dine, engage and solve the mystery alongside our talented performers

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The Lightning Thief (Youth Production with SF Waldorf High School)
Apr
24
7:00 PM19:00

The Lightning Thief (Youth Production with SF Waldorf High School)

Get ready for an epic journey! Our students have been working tirelessly with the San Francisco Bay Area Theatre Company (SFBATCO) to bring the world of Percy Jackson to life. This production promises high-energy performances, incredible music, and a truly mythological experience that showcases the immense talent and dedication of our cast and crew. You won't want to miss this electric performance! Appropriate for 3rd grade and up or by families personal choice.

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Cabaret Series: The Lin-Manuel Effect
Apr
17
to Apr 18

Cabaret Series: The Lin-Manuel Effect

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SFBATCO presents The Lin-Manuel Effect. From In the Heights to Hamilton to Encanto, the music of Lin-Manuel Miranda has transformed modern musical theatre. This cabaret brings together SFBATCO’s incredible singers for an evening that celebrates rhythm, community, and the power of storytelling through song.

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She Kills Monsters (Youth)
Apr
10
to Apr 11

She Kills Monsters (Youth)

She Kills Monsters (Young Adventurers Edition) by Qui Nguyen. Join our Mission Academy of Performing Arts teen students for a heartfelt and hilarious adventure into the world of Dungeons & Dragons. This coming-of-age tale follows one girl’s journey into her late sister’s imagination, where she discovers courage, friendship, and her own inner hero. A co-production by SFBATCO and Brava! for Women in the Arts.

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Creators Lab Showcase
Dec
6
to Dec 7

Creators Lab Showcase

Join us at our 2025 Creators Lab Showcase Dec 6-7, 2205 at Brava Theater Center in San Francisco. Experience the new works of our talented cohort of Bay Area playwrights and discover your new favorite playwright!

Date & Times:
Sat December 6th 3PM
Sat December 6th 7PM
Sun December 7th 3PM

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Moonlit Masquerade: A Benefit Event for SFBATCO
Nov
1
6:00 PM18:00

Moonlit Masquerade: A Benefit Event for SFBATCO

Looking for the ultimate Halloween weekend party with purpose? Join us for a night of mystery, artistry, and unforgettable performances at our Moonlit Masquerade, our second annual benefit gala in support of San Francisco Bay Area Theatre Company.

On Saturday, November 1 at the Verdi Club, we’ll gather under the glow of stage lights and chandeliers to raise funds for our bold, community-rooted storytelling. Expect a spellbinding seated dinner, show-stopping live entertainment, and an after party that keeps the magic (and mischief) going late into the night.

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Into the Woods (Co-Production with SFArtsED, In Partnership with YBCA)
Jul
25
to Jul 26

Into the Woods (Co-Production with SFArtsED, In Partnership with YBCA)

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Venture into a world where fairy tales collide in Into the Woods, Stephen Sondheim’s beloved musical about wishes, consequences, and the stories we tell. This limited two-night run brings together a vibrant ensemble of rising young performers and seasoned professionals—backed by a dynamic 15-piece orchestra—for a bold, reimagined production that blends heart, humor, and unforgettable music.

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General Auditions
Feb
3
to Feb 5

General Auditions

SFBATCO, Lorraine Hansberry Theatre, and Magic Theatre are holding general auditions from Monday, February 3rd to Wednesday, February 5th! . SFBATCO is auditioning for two shows: THE DAY THE SKY TURNED ORANGE and EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT.⁠

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Ten Year Turn Up: The SFBATCO Gala
Sep
20
6:00 PM18:00

Ten Year Turn Up: The SFBATCO Gala

We only turn 10 once! Join us for a once-in-a-decade celebration as SFBATCO proudly marks its 10th anniversary! For the past decade, SFBATCO has been a beacon of authentic, inclusive, and exhilarating live theatre, captivating audiences with powerful performances that speak to the heart of our community. Now, as we commemorate this milestone, we want you to be a part of the magic.

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Sign My Name to Freedom (World Premiere)
Mar
29
to Apr 13

Sign My Name to Freedom (World Premiere)

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How do you chronicle 102 years of life? Flood survivor, racial integrator, World War II defense worker, business owner, activist, revolutionary, songwriter, and… park ranger? Bay Area icon Betty Reid Soskin has survived it all. In this World Premiere musical based on her life, acclaimed playwright Michael Gene Sullivan weaves Soskin’s original music in and out of dialogue between The Four Bettys - Little Betty, Married Betty, Revolutionary Betty, and Ranger Betty as they take us through a century of the Negro, Colored, Black, and African-American experiences of this amazing woman.

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