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Best Shows This Winter

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Hamilton at Orpheum Theatre

Hamilton

A true cultural phenomenon, Lin-Manuel Miranda's Pulitzer Prize-winning Hamilton is changing the face of the modern musical. An exhilarating historical epic, that is equal parts Sondheim and Notorious B.I.G., this record-breaking Broadway musical traces the life and times of Alexander Hamilton, one of America's most important (and colorful) historical figures.

Dec 1 - Jan 5, 2025

Orpheum Theatre

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A Whynot Chrismas Carol at Toni Rembe Theatre

A Whynot Chrismas Carol

A charmingly funny adaptation of Dickens' festive classic A Christmas Carol, comes to the American Conservatory Theatre! In this witty reimagining, the tale takes place in a play-within-a-play, with a theater troupe in a small town preparing for their own festive production of the story. But with differing ideas on how best to tackle such an undertaking, replete with choreographic mishaps and failing props, will the aspirations of the troupe result in a successful show?

San Francisco Ballet - The Nutcracker at War Memorial Opera House

San Francisco Ballet - The Nutcracker

San Francisco Ballet's sparkling production of Nutcracker has introduced audiences of all ages to the magnificent world of ballet. This holiday season, experience the beauty and athleticism of SF Ballet's international cast of world-class dancers in Nutcracker, a San Francisco tradition since 1944. Accompanied by a sensational live orchestra performing Tchaikovsky's timeless score.

Kimberly Akimbo at Curran Theatre

Kimberly Akimbo

The five-time Tony-winning stunning new musical from Jeanine Tesori (Fun Home) and Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire is on the road in this much anticipated national tour across North America, coming to you during this Broadway season! Full of heart, humor, and unforgettable moments, Kimberly Akimbo was a critical hit on its Broadway premiere and went on to win five 2023 Tony Awards, including the coveted Best New Musical.

A John Waters Christmas at Great American Music Hall

A John Waters Christmas

John Waters loves Christmas, and he wants you to know. The legendary cult-filmmaker takes to the stage with his traditional one-man monologue, extolling the virtues of everyone's favorite holiday, from offering advice on Christmas films and music to asking the important questions you've always wanted to be answered by the people's pervert, such as 'Is Santa erotic?'

Sarah Brightman at Ruth Finley Person Theater

Sarah Brightman

The unearthly talent of Sarah Brightman is on show once more as the iconic performer is back with her Christmas tradition. Brightman has decided to bring festive joy on tour with A Christmas Symphony production. A gloriously unique journey through some of the seasons' best and most-loved songs, let Brightman infuse you with the festive spirit this year in this ultimate holiday event!

The Golden Girls Live at Curran Theatre

The Golden Girls Live

The festive tradition of the Golden Girls drag parody returns to San Francisco this holiday season! Four of the greatest and sassiest drag performers around take on the roles of Blanche, Sophia, Dorothy and Rose in two special, parody Christmas episodes of the classic hit television show. Starring the supremely talented Matthew Martin, Holotta Tymes, Coco Peru and D'Arcy Trollinger, this uproarious festive show is a treat you won't want to miss!

Beetlejuice at Golden Gate Theatre

Beetlejuice

Get ready to experience the afterlife like never before as Beetlejuice invites you to step into a world where the supernatural meets the hilarious. Based on Tim Burton's iconic film, Beetlejuice brings his chaos and madness to stage where you'll witness larger-than-life sandworms, ghostly apparitions and jaw-dropping transformations. Whether you're a die-hard fan of the original film, or a newcomer to the Beetlejuice universe, prepare for a theatrical journey that's bound to leave you screaming... with laughter!

Cirque Dreams Holidaze at Golden Gate Theatre

Cirque Dreams Holidaze

Ornaments come to life when Cirque Dream: Holidaze's costumed characters perform astonishing feats that celebrate the holiday season with spectacle, imagination and whimsical dreams. Marvel at gingerbread men flipping through the air, toy soldiers skillfully marching on thin wires, snowmen daringly balancing, icemen sculpting powerfully, penguins spinning, puppets caroling and reindeer soaring high above a landscape of holiday wonderment.

Some Like It Hot at Orpheum Theatre

Some Like It Hot

The 13-time Tony-nominated, Grammy-winning show is hitting the road on a brand new tour in 2024! The classic black and white romantic comedy Some Like It Hot bursts onto the stage in full technicolor during a brand new imagining of Billy Wilder's 1959 musical mobster classic. Widely considered one of the most influential and celebrated filmmakers of the Golden Era of Hollywood cinema, Wilder brought together silver screen legends Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon for bonafide box office success, creating one of the most beloved films of the MGM canon in the process.

Jan 7, 2025 - Feb 1, 2025

Orpheum Theatre

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Back To The Future - The Musical at Orpheum Theatre

Back To The Future - The Musical

Great Scott! Back To The Future is on tour and coming to YOU! The hit 80's franchise is the latest movie sensation to receive a Broadway musical adaptation. The production follows Marty McFly and kooky scientist Doc Brown as they travel through space and time, finding themselves in a series of mishaps. Will these two-time travelers ever find their way back home?

Feb 12 - 28, 2025

Orpheum Theatre

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Nobody Loves You at Toni Rembe Theatre

Nobody Loves You

In a last-ditch effort to get back with his ex, Jeff has found himself on the popular TV dating show "Nobody Loves You". Although his initial tactic is to sabotage everything the show puts in his path, the real drama catches up with him when he instead begins to fall for the show's no-nonsense producer Jenny, who'd rather be making proper movies than trash TV. In this climate of superficially manufactured, commodified love, can a genuine connection truly be found?

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