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#live-theatre-san-jose

23 hours ago

SF's Late Night Stand-Up Comedy Olympics (SF vs. Oakland)

The HellaFunny Olympics features San Francisco and Oakland comedians competing in a joke-off for a championship belt and residency at The Function Comedy Club.

19 hours ago

Free Tix: HellaSecret "Desi Comedy Night" Live in SF (7p + 9p)

HellaDesi Comedy Night showcases top South Asian and Asian comedians in San Francisco every Friday and Saturday with free tickets for the first 100 RSVPs.

East Bay food

Oakland's Free POC Comedy Night (Temescal)

HellaFunny showcases diverse comedic talent from People of Color in Oakland, promoting inclusivity and cultural connection through humor.

Humor

23 hours ago

SF's Late Night Stand-Up Comedy Olympics (SF vs. Oakland)

The HellaFunny Olympics features a competitive comedy event between San Francisco and Oakland comedians every Saturday night.

Makers Market Local Artist Street Fair at Santana Row (San Jose)

Support small businesses by visiting the April Local Artist Street Fair at Santana Row featuring handmade goods from local makers.

#easter

fromThesanjoseblog

21 hours ago

East Bay food

Easter Sunday Delivers Festive Experiences Across San Jose

San Francisco

SF's Free Easter Sunday Comedy Festival (2026)

San Francisco

SF's Free Easter Monday Comedy Festival (2026)

East Bay food

fromThesanjoseblog

21 hours ago

Easter Sunday Delivers Festive Experiences Across San Jose

Easter Sunday in San Jose features festive brunches, egg hunts, and community celebrations, bringing families and friends together.

SF's Free Easter Sunday Comedy Festival (2026)

Easter Weekend Comedy Fest in San Francisco features stand-up shows, cocktails, and vibrant energy from April 3-6.

SF's Free Easter Monday Comedy Festival (2026)

Easter Weekend Comedy Fest in San Francisco features stand-up shows, cocktails, and vibrant energy from April 3-6.

The SF theater moguls who took a chance on a Santa Cruz restaurant - twice

The Crepe Place in Santa Cruz offers a nostalgic dining experience with unchanged menu items and a vibrant atmosphere.

Steamroller Dance: "Bespoke" Free Premiere (SF)

Steamroller Dance Company, in collaboration with The Singers of the Street, is set to present the Bay Area premiere of 'Bespoke' at the San Francisco International Arts Festival.

Portland

Prescott Circus Showcase: Free Youth Circus Performance (Oakland)

The Prescott Circus Theatre showcases the extraordinary talents of Oakland youth in a spring performance featuring various circus acts.

Mission District

20 hours ago

San Jose looks to cut homeless shelter operating costs - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose is doubling homeless shelters but faces $94 million in operational costs, requiring budget cuts and innovative funding solutions.

NYC music

fromArmin Ronacher's Thoughts and Writings

SF's Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2026 Kickoff: Live Salsa Dance Party

Yerba Buena Gardens Festival features a salsa dance party with Hermán Olivera y Orquesta Taíno on May 9, 2026.

DevOps

Absurd In Production

Absurd is a durable execution system built on Postgres, providing efficient task management and checkpointing without needing separate services.

from48 hills

Drama Masks: Mad, bad, and dangerous to see - 48 hills

The final show I review below got me looks that made me feel like a fish in a bowl. First, the private security at the door had two Valiant rent-a-cops who scowling at me-and only me-with that same 'Give me an excuse!' glare I've gotten from real cops all my life.

Arts

Film

fromVulture

The Drama Is Too Cowardly to Commit to Its Provocative Premise

The film presents a dark romantic comedy featuring complex characters and a central premise that challenges audience expectations.

Silicon Valley food

fromMission Local

Mission Buzz: Los Coyotes rides again

Cholo Soy, a Peruvian restaurant, has reopened at a new location after eight years, showcasing Northern Peruvian cuisine and family recipes.

#san-jose

San Jose Sharks

San Jose rolls out the welcome mat at Arena Green - San Jose Spotlight

fromThe Mercury News

Mission District

San Jose looks to make outdoor dining a permanent fixture

San Jose Sharks

San Jose rolls out the welcome mat at Arena Green - San Jose Spotlight

Mission District

fromThe Mercury News

fromMetro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

San Jose looks to make outdoor dining a permanent fixture

San Jose plans to make outdoor dining permanent to support small businesses despite budget shortfalls and the end of federal funding.

more#san-jose

5 days ago

DoKnow & DaHawmies in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

DoKnow, born Daniel Lopez in Los Angeles, is a comedian who torpedoed the glass ceiling by podcasting his relatable, laid-back way of looking at the world.

Podcast

fromwww.metrosiliconvalley.com

San Jose's Ton Freq Studios continues indie analog tradition | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Tone Freq Studios captures pristine acoustics and emphasizes analog warmth, creating a tactile space that values collective experiences over the convenience of digital recording methods.

Music production

Portland food

fromwww.7x7.com

31 Fun Things to Do This Week (4.6.26)

Experience diverse cultural events and culinary delights in San Francisco, including happy hours, art showcases, and special celebrations.

#open-mic

SF music

16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

SF music

16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

SF music

16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

SF music

16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

An outdoor open mic event celebrating 20 years, welcoming all forms of expression every Thursday from 9pm to 12am.

SF music

16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

An outdoor open mic event has been celebrating diverse expressions in San Francisco for 19 years, welcoming all forms of art every Thursday night.

16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

An outdoor open mic event has been celebrating diverse expressions in San Francisco for 19 years, welcoming all forms of art every Thursday night.

16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

An outdoor open mic event has been celebrating diverse expressions in San Francisco for 19 years, welcoming all forms of art every Thursday night.

16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

An outdoor open mic event celebrating 20 years of artistic expression takes place every Thursday from 9pm to 12am at 16th & Mission BART.

16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

An outdoor open mic event celebrating 20 years, welcoming all forms of expression every Thursday from 9pm to 12am.

16th & Mission Open Mic (w/out a mic)

An outdoor open mic event has been celebrating diverse expressions in San Francisco for 19 years, welcoming all forms of art every Thursday night.

Downtown San Jose Celebrates Art, Music, and Culture at First Fridays ArtWalk SJ

Downtown San Jose hosts First Fridays ArtWalk SJ, featuring galleries, live performances, and community art events from 5 to 9 pm.

Film

fromThe New Yorker

fromwww.london-unattached.com

The Drama Surrounding "The Drama"

Fans gathered for the New York premiere of 'The Drama' starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, showcasing excitement and anticipation despite the cold weather.

Arts

fromMetro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

The Authenticator

The Authenticator explores themes of identity, race, and the ownership of history through contrasting experiences of opulence and the legacy of slavery.

Music

1 week ago

The Roughies in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

The Roughies deliver an energetic live performance with a blend of political lyrics and punk rock.

Podcast

6 days ago

San Jose filmmakers create space to support women - San Jose Spotlight

PowerHouse is a women-owned production and event space in San Jose aimed at empowering women in the broadcast industry.

#ybca

Mission District

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Mission District

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Mission District

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Mission District

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Mission District

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

fromMetro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Mission District

Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

'The Drama' Is Worth the Secrecy

Kristoffer Borgli's film explores dark human impulses through a pre-wedding gathering that reveals unsettling secrets among friends.

2 weeks ago

SJCO Strings in Sunnyvale | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

The wildly talented Bérubé has played violin with everyone from Stevie Wonder to Death Cab for Cutie. From touring nationally with the Broadway musical Hamilton to touring the world, Bérubé is in search of new experiences and challenges.

NYC music

Baukunst First Fridays: Art, Music + Food (Bernal Heights)

Baukunst First Fridays is a free monthly event celebrating art, music, and food in San Francisco, fostering community engagement and artistic integrity.

fromSFGATE

The 'Jesus of Cool' returns to rock San Francisco

Nick Lowe has a long-standing affection for San Francisco, performing there since the late 1970s and cherishing his memories of the city.

Silicon Valley

Urbanowski: March movies, music and arts mania - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose hosts extensive arts and entertainment events in March, including Cinequest Film Festival and March Music Madness, attracting visitors while boosting local economy and celebrating cultural diversity.

fromsfist.com

fromMetro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Day Around the Bay: The Always Fabulous Hunky Jesus Contest Returns Sunday

The Hunky Jesus Contest returns to Dolores Park, a popular event with a history dating back to 1979.

The Enigmatic Voice in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

The first is George Frideric Handel's beloved "Zadok The Priest" written for the coronation of England's King George II. The second takes the audience forward in time to 1936's "Dona Nobis Pacem," an emotional plea for peace composed by Ralph Vaughan Williams with words from the poetry of Walt Whitman.

Berlin music

What Comes After

What Comes After is a choral event exploring themes of resilience and transformation through music and dialogue.

#easter-weekend

San Francisco

SF's Free Easter Weekend Comedy Festival (April 3-6)

Easter weekend in San Francisco features a comedy fest with free tickets, sharp lineups, and vibrant nightlife.

San Francisco

SF's Free Easter Weekend Comedy Festival (April 3-6)

Easter weekend in San Francisco features a comedy fest with free tickets, sharp lineups, and vibrant nightlife.

SF's Free Easter Weekend Comedy Festival (April 3-6)

Easter weekend in San Francisco features a comedy fest with free tickets, sharp lineups, and vibrant nightlife.

SF's Free Easter Weekend Comedy Festival (April 3-6)

Easter weekend in San Francisco features a comedy fest with free tickets, sharp lineups, and vibrant nightlife.

more#easter-weekend

NYC music

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Bay Area arts, 9 great shows and concerts to catch this weekend

The Bay Area hosts multiple notable entertainment events this weekend, including Brandi Carlile's concert at Chase Center, a celebration of Greil Marcus's influential music criticism book, and other performances.

Mission District

3 weeks ago

Spaced Out: Standup Comedy in Downtown San Jose

Spaced Out is an affordable monthly comedy show in downtown San Jose featuring quality performances at $14 tickets with no drink minimums in an intimate barbershop venue.

NYC music

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Broadway San Jose unleashes 2026-27 lineup filled with hit musicals

Broadway San Jose's 2026-27 season features six major productions including Beauty and the Beast, The Phantom of the Opera, Tommy, The Bodyguard, Mrs. Doubtfire, and The Notebook, plus three add-on shows.

fromMetro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

3 weeks ago

Live Music at the San Jose Flea

Soul Essence performs live Latin funk and soul music at San Jose Flea Market's Garden Stage on March 28th with free admission, food trucks, and beer available.

Social justice

2 months ago

Bay Area's longest-running one-play comes to San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Brian Copeland uses a one-man show blending humor and personal narrative to confront racial identity, stereotypes, and belonging while achieving Bay Area theatrical longevity.

fromThe Mercury News

2 months ago

Bay Area arts: 10 cool shows and events to catch this weekend

The Harlem Globetrotters are celebrating a milestone anniversary in 2026. The legendary basketball squad, which was founded in 1926, has been delighting sports fans and families now for a full century. So, you're invited to help the Globetrotters celebrate the occasion when they bring their 100 Years Tour to Northern California. It's your chance to witness one of the most famous sports/entertainment franchises of all time while being amazed by plenty of crazy trick shots, incredible no-look passes and humorous hi-jinks.

National Basketball Association

Media industry

fromMission Local

Play me

Sustainable local journalism relies on reader support and steady, smart reporting, with community-focused outlets rewarded for consistent, high-quality local coverage.

Humor

3 weeks ago

Saturday Write Fever: Insta-Plays Written & Performed | SF

EXIT Theatre hosts free monthly flash theater events where writers create 30-minute monologues performed immediately by crowd-cast actors.

Music

fromwww.mercurynews.com