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Staff picks

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Not sure what show to see? Our team of experts has handpicked a dazzling collection of must-see events, ranging from over-the-top musicals and boundary-pushing dramas to spectacular concerts. Trust our theatre lovers and dive into this curated lineup.
Poster of Pictures from Home in San Francisco.

Pictures from Home

Marin Theatre Company
from $42

What does it mean to really see your parents? Hailed as "Brilliant" by the New York Times, this play brings late Marin photographer Larry Sultan's intimate family photo memoir to the stage for its West Coast premiere. It's funny, tender, and quietly unforgettable.

Poster of The Lunchbox in Berkeley.

The Lunchbox

Roda Theatre at Berkeley Rep
from $56

Directed by Tony Award-winner Rachel Chavkin and based on the hit movie, this new musical is built on a delivery error that connects a lonely housewife and a jaded office worker, allowing their hearts to blossom through a series of anonymous, handwritten notes. Why we love it: It's a tender, intimate story anyone can relate to.

Poster of Hamnet in San Francisco.

Hamnet

The Toni Rembe Theater (formerly The Geary Theater)
from $22

Based on the 2020 novel that was also adapted into a major motion picture, this play is a fictitious interpretation of the private family tragedy that inspired William Shakespeare to write Hamlet. Why we love it: It vividly portrays how greatness can come from tragedy.

Image for Dear San Francisco in San Francisco.

Dear San Francisco

Club Fugazi
from $59

Go on a high-flying journey through San Francisco and experience the city's vibrant history and iconic culture. This intimate circus experience blends world-class athleticism with original music and storytelling. Why we love it: It's a heart-pounding celebration of San Francisco's soul.

Poster of Hairspray in San Francisco.

Hairspray

San Francisco Playhouse
from $42

Welcome to the 60s! This high-energy, infectious musical is the ultimate feel-good fight against prejudice, proving that if a girl with huge hair and huge talent can change a whole city, anything is possible. Why we love it: From the very first note, this musical delivers an instant rush of pure joy that never lets up.

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