Broadway & Theater Shows in San Francisco, CA

Upcoming musicals, plays, Broadway tours, and live theatre performances in San Francisco and nearby areas.

Looking for theatre plays in San Francisco, CA? Explore upcoming shows, Broadway tours, musicals, and stage productions across the city. From major venues to local theatres, San Francisco offers diverse performances year-round. Theater.Guide provides an independent overview of shows, venues, and schedules to help you discover local theatre.
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Theatre Performance Schedule
Broadway Shows in San Francisco
Theatre Shows Directory
About Theatre in San Francisco
Theatre Venues in San Francisco
Planning Your Visit
Frequently Asked Questions

Theatre Performance Schedule in San Francisco

Upcoming Shows: 316
Browse current and upcoming theatre performances in San Francisco and nearby areas.
  • Hairspray
    Aug
    18
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Tue
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $113
    Avg. price ~ $306
    26 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Aug
    19
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Wed
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $114
    Avg. price ~ $336
    26 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Aug
    19
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Wed
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $103
    Avg. price ~ $306
    30 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Aug
    20
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Thu
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $108
    Avg. price ~ $301
    30 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Aug
    21
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Fri
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $96
    Avg. price ~ $252
    42 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Aug
    22
    2026
    3:00 PM
    Sat
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $106
    Avg. price ~ $315
    16 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Live Theater Shows
    Aug
    22
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    MARVELous - A Risque Parody
    Great Star Theater
    94133, 636 Jackson St., San Francisco, CA, US
    From $122
    Avg. price ~ $140
    2 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Aug
    22
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Sat
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $87
    Avg. price ~ $253
    35 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Aug
    23
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    Avg. price ~ $970
    4 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Aug
    25
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Tue
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $87
    Avg. price ~ $198
    71 tickets available
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Aug
    26
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Wed
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $95
    Avg. price ~ $213
    58 tickets available
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Aug
    26
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Wed
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $87
    Avg. price ~ $211
    56 tickets available
    Select Seats
  • Live Theater Shows
    Aug
    26
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Wed
    MARVELous - A Risque Parody
    Great Star Theater
    94133, 636 Jackson St., San Francisco, CA, US
    From $226
    Avg. price ~ $260
    2 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Aug
    27
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Thu
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $87
    Avg. price ~ $200
    63 tickets available
    Select Seats
  • Live Theater Shows
    Aug
    27
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    MARVELous - A Risque Parody
    Great Star Theater
    94133, 636 Jackson St., San Francisco, CA, US
    From $226
    Avg. price ~ $260
    2 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Live Theater Shows
    Aug
    28
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Fri
    MARVELous - A Risque Parody
    Great Star Theater
    94133, 636 Jackson St., San Francisco, CA, US
    From $181
    Avg. price ~ $234
    4 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Aug
    28
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Fri
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $87
    Avg. price ~ $226
    46 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Live Theater Shows
    Aug
    29
    2026
    1:30 PM
    Sat
    MARVELous - A Risque Parody
    Great Star Theater
    94133, 636 Jackson St., San Francisco, CA, US
    From $226
    Avg. price ~ $260
    2 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Aug
    29
    2026
    3:00 PM
    Sat
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $102
    Avg. price ~ $306
    21 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Live Theater Shows
    Aug
    29
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    MARVELous - A Risque Parody
    Great Star Theater
    94133, 636 Jackson St., San Francisco, CA, US
    From $181
    Avg. price ~ $208
    2 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Aug
    29
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Sat
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $87
    Avg. price ~ $240
    44 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Aug
    30
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $167
    Avg. price ~ $452
    14 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Sep
    01
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Tue
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $87
    Avg. price ~ $259
    24 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Sep
    02
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Wed
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $95
    Avg. price ~ $266
    25 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Sep
    02
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Wed
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $87
    Avg. price ~ $259
    25 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Sep
    03
    2026
    7:00 PM
    Thu
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $87
    Avg. price ~ $178
    30 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Sep
    04
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Fri
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $87
    Avg. price ~ $217
    31 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Sep
    05
    2026
    3:00 PM
    Sat
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $102
    Avg. price ~ $378
    10 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Sep
    05
    2026
    8:00 PM
    Sat
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $87
    Avg. price ~ $383
    36 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
  • Hairspray
    Sep
    06
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    San Francisco Playhouse | Capacity: 199
    94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
    From $102
    Avg. price ~ $434
    7 tickets remaining!
    Limited availability
    Select Seats
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San Francisco Theatre Coverage

Explore San Francisco’s dedicated local theatre guide

This San Francisco city page is part of the Theater.Guide network, designed to provide structured, editorially independent theatre discovery across North America. For locally focused San Francisco theatre coverage — including performance schedules, venue guides, and production listings — visit SanFrancisco.Theater, a city-based platform dedicated to San Francisco’s theatre scene. Broadway productions touring or appearing in San Francisco are also highlighted in the San Francisco Broadway shows guide, which offers focused coverage of major Broadway performances presented in local venues.

San Francisco Theatre Shows Directory

Browse current and upcoming theatre productions, musicals, and stage performances in San Francisco and nearby areas.
Hairspray
Hairspray
Upcoming Shows: 31
San Francisco Playhouse
Aug 18, 2026 7:00 PM
Simon Boccanegra
Simon Boccanegra
Upcoming Shows: 6
War Memorial Opera House
Sep 12, 2026 8:00 PM
Pinocchio Kids Spectacular
Pinocchio Kids Spectacular
Upcoming Shows: 2
Herbst Theatre
Sep 19, 2026 11:00 AM
Mary Queen of Scots
Mary Queen of Scots
Upcoming Shows: 6
War Memorial Opera House
Sep 20, 2026 2:00 PM
Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show
Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show
Upcoming Shows: 8
Brava Theater Center
Sep 20, 2026 4:00 PM
Chitresh Das Dance Company
Chitresh Das Dance Company
Upcoming Shows: 1
Presidio Theatre
Sep 20, 2026 4:00 PM
Bluey's Big Play
Bluey's Big Play
Upcoming Shows: 5
Orpheum Theatre - San Francisco
Sep 26, 2026 10:00 AM
Gromkie
Gromkie
Upcoming Shows: 1
Palace Of Fine Arts
Oct 1, 2026 8:00 PM
Hokus Pokus Live!
Hokus Pokus Live!
Upcoming Shows: 1
Warfield
Oct 6, 2026 8:00 PM
Oh, Mary!
Oh, Mary!
Upcoming Shows: 24
Curran Theatre
Oct 13, 2026 7:30 PM
Sukhishvili
Sukhishvili
Upcoming Shows: 1
Palace Of Fine Arts
Oct 14, 2026 8:00 PM
Manon
Manon
Upcoming Shows: 17
War Memorial Opera House
Oct 15, 2026 7:30 PM
Georgian National Ballet
Georgian National Ballet
Upcoming Shows: 1
Palace Of Fine Arts
Oct 15, 2026 8:00 PM
Steam Powered Giraffe
Steam Powered Giraffe
Upcoming Shows: 1
Herbst Theatre
Oct 23, 2026 7:00 PM
Swan Lake - Symphony of Lights
Swan Lake - Symphony of Lights
Upcoming Shows: 1
Palace Of Fine Arts
Oct 23, 2026 7:30 PM
Marriage Of Figaro
Marriage Of Figaro
Upcoming Shows: 10
War Memorial Opera House
Oct 31, 2026 7:30 PM
Strauss In Concert
Strauss In Concert
Upcoming Shows: 1
War Memorial Opera House
Nov 6, 2026 7:30 PM
Appalachian Spring
Appalachian Spring
Upcoming Shows: 3
Davies Symphony Hall
Nov 19, 2026 7:30 PM
Swan Lake
Swan Lake
Upcoming Shows: 1
Curran Theatre
Nov 20, 2026 7:00 PM
Alice In Wonderland - Theatrical Production
Alice In Wonderland - Theatrical Production
Upcoming Shows: 23
Presidio Theatre
Nov 28, 2026 1:00 PM
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About Theatre in San Francisco

The theatre scene in San Francisco includes a diverse range of productions such as Broadway-style musicals, touring shows, local performances, and special theatrical events. Performances take place throughout the year across multiple venues, offering audiences a wide variety of live stage experiences.

Theatre Venues in San Francisco

Discover theatres and performance venues hosting live stage productions.
Bimbos 365 Club
location 94133, 1025 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA, US
Upcoming Shows: 1
Blue Shield of California Theater at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts
location 94103, 701 Mission Street
Upcoming Shows: 2
Brava Theater Center
location 94110, 2789 24th Street, San Francisco, CA, US
Upcoming Shows: 8
Brick & Mortar Music Hall
location 94103, 1710 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA, US
Upcoming Shows: 1
Castro Theatre
location 94114, 429 Castro Street, San Francisco, CA, US
Upcoming Shows: 5
Cobb's Comedy Club
location 94133, 915 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA, US
Upcoming Shows: 86
Curran Theatre
location 94102, 445 Geary, San Francisco, CA, US
Upcoming Shows: 27
Davies Symphony Hall
location 94102, 201 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA, US
Upcoming Shows: 3
Feinstein's at the Nikko
location 94102, 222 Mason St., San Francisco, CA, US
Upcoming Shows: 1
Great Star Theater
location 94133, 636 Jackson St., San Francisco, CA, US
Upcoming Shows: 7
Herbst Theatre
location 94102, 401 Van Ness Avenue
Upcoming Shows: 3
Marines Memorial Theatre
location 94102, 609 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA, US
Upcoming Shows: 2
Orpheum Theatre - San Francisco
location 94102, 1192 Market Street, San Francisco, CA, US
Upcoming Shows: 59
Palace Of Fine Arts
location 94123, 3301 Lyon Street, San Francisco, CA, US
Upcoming Shows: 20
Presidio Theatre
location 94129, 99 Moraga Ave, San Francisco, CA, US
Upcoming Shows: 32
Punch Line Comedy Club - San Francisco
location 94111, 444 Battery Street, San Francisco, CA, US
Upcoming Shows: 116
Rickshaw Stop
location 94102, 155 Fell St
Upcoming Shows: 1
San Francisco Playhouse
location 94102, 450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, US
Upcoming Shows: 31
The Function Comedy Club
location 94102, 1414 Market Street
Upcoming Shows: 78
The Great American Music Hall
location 94109, 859 O'farrell Street, San Francisco, CA, US
Upcoming Shows: 1
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Planning Your Visit

When attending a theater show in San Francisco, visitors should consider venue location, performance times, and seating layout. Many venues offer nearby dining and entertainment options that complement the live theatre experience. Planning arrival time in advance can help ensure a smooth and enjoyable visit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What theatre shows are playing in San Francisco right now?

Several theatre productions are playing in San Francisco and surrounding areas, including Broadway shows, musicals and touring events. Browse the calendar above to find shows by date and location.

Does San Francisco host Broadway shows?

Touring Broadway shows perform at San Francisco theatres and performing arts centers, as well as at regional venues in surrounding areas.

Where are theatre performances held in San Francisco?

Find theatre performances at San Francisco-area theatres and performing arts centers, as well as at local venues and nearby regional locations.

Are theatre shows available year-round in San Francisco?

There are theatre performances happening year-round in San Francisco and the surrounding areas, based on touring productions and local schedules.

How can I find theatre shows near me in San Francisco?

Browse theatre performances by date and location throughout San Francisco and the surrounding areas in the calendar above.

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