Wonderful peaceful quiet theater hidden inside Presidio National park. Most people I doubt has…read moreever been here for a show unless you are looking for an event or performance here. I have heard of this theater, but never actually went inside of it until now. it's a nice cozy theater with a stage and two level seating the orchestra and the section behind it. Any seat you can have a pretty good view point. I came here for an artist talk called "Art at the Presidio Theatre: Andrew Pick & Ursula Xanthe Young". Andrew Pick, a pastel and oil painter based in San Francisco, trained at both the City College of San Francisco and The Art Students League of New York. His plein air paintings capture the city's streets, skies, and hidden corners with immediacy and intimacy. Ursula Xanthe Young brings her signature blend of intricate architectural motifs, feminine iconography, and dreamlike cityscapes to the space. Her work--well known throughout the Bay and beyond--draws inspiration from the urban world around her, reimagining San Francisco as both myth and Memories. This show was moderated by returning artist Rhonel Roberts, whose own work opened this series. This is a chance to hear the artists discuss their process, their paths, and the shared landscapes that inspire them. Yes, there is much going in this area with one Presidio Go Shuttle bus and one muni bus 43 Masonic that actually comes into this park. The 30 Stockton bus stops by the Sports Basement and it is also a 4 minute walk up the stairs to the Presidio tops park. I happened to follow Ursula Xanthe Young work and found she did a skateboard exhibit at the Minnna art gallery too, so obviously I am going to check it out and that is why both these reviews are now posted back to back

11/29/2025 Sat Peter Pan Panto Preview Show…read moreOrchestra - Row G 108/109 First time to this theatre. It's a small and intimate theatre especially before patrons are let into the theatre, everyone just hung around in the prefunction area. They have a small snack bar where you can get some drinks and snacks. No food and drinks allowed inside the theatre. Restrooms also downstairs. Not very big but sufficient for the small theatre. This was my first experience with Panto and it was amazing, so festive and entertaining. I love it so much this will be my new holiday tradition going to this show starting this year on! Our seats were excellent! I did an extensive research on what seats to pick. My normal go to seat for like the Orpheum theatre will be the balcony but for this smaller theatre and the theme of the show, I decided orchestra will be the best bet. Turned out I was right. Panto is an interactive, fun, playful, laugh out loud kind of show that fit for both adults and kids. Not to forget the amazing costumes and stage sets, yay for Panto!

Went to the Palace of Fine Arts Theater for the first time last week for a comedy show. We got…read morethere an hour before the show began to walk around the area (so beautiful) & because we had issues with our tickets and needed to go to will-call. Turns out that everyone had to stand in this will-call line to get physical tickets even though they were purchased online. Seemed odd, however, show up early to avoid the line and enjoy the scenic vibe around before the show. There's free parking (after 4P I believe) super close to the theater-- literally steps. We had to lock up our phones in a pouch for this specific event but it's so beautiful indoors as well. They had a bar area that many people enjoyed. Bathrooms are a bit crammed but nothing new to venues. It's a more intimate venue. It reminds me of a large college class room. Each seat seems like a great view, even last row. We found our seats easily, space between seats are more spacious than other places, no cup holders sucks but you can put your drink under the seat if needed. Audio and lighting was good & I look forward to checking out future events here.

Loved the cozy, intimate nature of this venue and comfortable seatings…read more We visited for the Demetri Martin Quick Draw Tour, and it was a perfect size for a standup comedy show. Demetri was able to engage with the audience in ways that aren't typically possible in a larger venue (like the Masonic). Note that the venue can be hard to find, especially if the event was advertised as being at the "Palace of Fine Arts." The Theater is around the corner, and there are very limited signs. Like many reviewers, we spent time wandering around trying to find the entrance. It is on the west side of the venue, not near the famous dome. If you're driving/Ubering, be sure to enter the destination as the Theater, and not just the Palace of Fine Arts, as the entrance are on opposite sides of the property. There is very limited food and drink offered, and you're not allowed to bring any food into the auditorium (covered drinks are allowed). This was a bit of an inconvenience for a show running 7-9pm right during dinner time. We were hoping for at least some popcorn for during the show. Bathrooms are small and awkwardly laid out, leading to long lines, confusing, and tight spaces. This is made worse by the fact that each row is ~50 seats across with the only aisles on the ends - this makes it very hard for anyone not seated on the very ends to leave during the show to go to the restroom. As a result, there was a massive rush to the restroom after the show and a 20 minute wait for the men's restroom (I shudder to think how long the women's line was.

Bayfront has 200 seats, the largest theatre in the US dedicated to improv…read more Here's the place to go for major laughs, pay what you can for tickets. The theatre hosts BATS Improv's performances & classes. Since funding has been a major issue, it wouldn't be fair to ding them for the shabby lobby. I do have an issue with the lack of signage & the lighting. I arrived late & nearly wiped out on the stairs. No light guides on the stairs except step one. Pretty scary. Bayfront is an essential part of San Francisco's art's community. It would be tragic if they folded. If you haven't been here- what are you waiting for? Bonus is parking along the bay, surrounded by natural beauty. There's a great view from the third floor windows.

Great comedy show! The ambiance was also nice in a good location of SF. I would recommend this spot.read more

If the Lost Church was running out of his house(Brett) on Capp St in the Mission...isn't that the…read moreChapel? Chapel and Lost Church..haha..creative space for music and presentation..did you really connect to somebody that presented a show? It's a big city..is that your excuse all the time..well at least I could be entertained and then at Vesuvio there was not much for me.. List of events every night..in Santa Rosa too? First time visit...

Extremely hardworking, thorough, entertaining, fun, kind, knowledgeable, attentive, and talented…read moregroup. I recommend Dahlias to all my friends and families that are planning for an awesome event (small or big), including huge corporate parties, fundraisers, festivals, holiday events, kids birthdays, galas, dance parties/clubs, etc. I've known the Dahlias for a very long time, and only have great things to say about them due to their work ethic. They will cater to your event and audience - whether your audience is a group of professional adults in the corporate world, or children at a fair, everyone will be in awe! I love how the circus performers take pictures with kids at the end of the show - they really loved that! Many entertainment businesses these days are sketch, unpredictable, untimely, and unprofessional - Dahlias are the complete opposite, and I'm grateful to know this group. I love throwing parties for my kids and would highly recommend Dahlias. I would also recommend them for the huge corporate company that my husband works for, and I would never recommend a business that I would think would put us in a bad spot- Dahlias are the best!!! So thankful to know this group of talented ladies whom I can hire at any time and ensure my party would be a huge hit!

I saw the Dahlias perform at my friend's wedding and was so blown away by everything - the…read moreperformance, the music, the costumes - EVERYTHING! It added the perfect touch and was exactly what the bride and groom wanted, elegant but powerful. It was so moving, it made the wedding unforgettable. Would highly recommend and refer to my friends and family for any type of event or occasion!

Large venue and event space for special events. Can host a lot of people! This is a big space!…read more Always great to see people come together. People from everywhere and here together for a good time or shared interest The Chronicle Wine competition/tasting was held at the Gateway pavilion pier 2, which was two floors of booths and vendors. People going to each table to try wine samples and some amazing chocolates Parking can be hard on busy days, even though it's a huge parking lot. Just take the bus if you're willing and able

An underrated part of the city, there is a world class vegetarian restaurant, a world class view of…read morethe Golden Gate Bridge, a handful of free mini galleries with very good exhibitions that change often, cafes, a beer garden, a great art store, and--for some reason--plenty of very clean bathrooms. They also have lots of events with live performances, so check out their calendar. Slow down and plan a few hours to chill out here.

We had a fantastic time at our Son's 7 year old birthday last weekend. From beginning to end, YPT…read morejust handled everything in a really great fashion. To be specific: 1) Planning - YPT was incredibly helpful and responsive in helping us think through our options for the day, including picking a theme, talking about timing / dates, and thinking about how many people to plan for. 2) Logistics: As luck would have it, our date was exactly the same date and time as A) Farmers Market, and B) a huge auto show. So there was no way that anyone was going to be able to park at all. Neverthelesss, we were able to get everyone into the space, and it was no problem starting a few minutes late. Not only that, the pizza somehow arrived exactly at the right time, with no lunch delay at all! Also, the space was exactly the right size for a party, and the lunch area off to the side was perfectly laid out. And even the goodie bags for kids at the end of the day were well thought through, with age-approriate toys for all. 3) Finally, the event itself was fantastic. Our Director (Kim) was a perfect combination of high energy + great listening to the kids. our Group was not an easy one (the Pirate theme kept threatening to devolve into a plot of a Boy Ship Sinking the Girl Ship), but Kim kept everyone on track throughout, with a fantastic attitude, and had all the kids smiling to the very end. We were just so pleased with how the day went, despite lots of opportunities for some real challenges, and will absolutely recommend this site for anyone looking for a creative birthday idea kids of any age.

A wonderful children's theatre in Fort Mason. It's a great place to take kids 3-10 when you want…read moreto get them away from electronic entertainment. Watching other kids perform (almost all the actors are kids) is exciting for them. My daughter took acting lessons here and then was asked to be in performances. Also a good place for a birthday party, the kids get to watch the play, the birthday child is acknowledged onstage, and then you can have a private party with cake etc.

One if many small theater groups in Fort Mason. Comfy seats, reasonable legroom. The company is…read morevery talented. Parking was easy to find even with Off The Grid there.

The performance of Macbeth was extraordinary, as is every production of the Magic Theatre in recent…read moreyears. I have only missed one or two. This theater company continues to evolve creatively and meet high standards that should impress any theater audience in New York or London! It's an asset to the Bay Area and deserves support.

The Magic Theater is located at Fort Mason on the 3rd floor of Building D. Intimate space with a…read moresmall number of seats; there's definitely a sense of being personally connected to the interactions on stage. In February, I caught the premier of "Cuckoo Edible Magic," a show that playwright Reed Flores calls "a love letter to being a brown kid in the Bay Area." To me, a brown kid who grew up in SF, the story of family bonds & trauma feels familiar, heartbreaking, even. Love the shout-out to BART & specific neighborhoods. Appreciated the handful of Asian & Pacific Island languages & accents spoken on stage. And while I didn't grow up with a love for Sailor Moon or video games, I know those references resonated with so many in the audience. An obvious & loud five stars for the production. Wonderful staff. Ticket prices are so reasonable, you'll have a few extra dollars to donate to the theater. Unique programming. And the picturesque location (with parking & eateries at your fingertips) is pretty hard to beat. Can't wait to see my next show here.

Have you ever heard someone squeal in the middle of a fundraising gala? If so, have you ever been…read morethat person? Because I was. And it was loud. I love magic so much, and Dennis is just absolutely amazing to watch. I was literally speechless when my card appeared in a sealed envelope. My thoughts were "WHAT? HOW? AWESOME!" and a series of expletives, since I was a couple cocktails in... We hired Dennis to be a "professional guest," as he put it, for our 250-person event. He is charming, magnetic, and amazing at his craft. He helped our guests mingle, and left a standing impression on all he met that night. So fantastic. Just so, so fantastic.

Excellent performance! Our guests are so impressed by his talents!…read more It was a very easy process to communicate with Dennis. He arrived early at our party, integrated smoothly with our guests. Everyone was blown away by his performances! We can't be happier with the results!