Love stories worth leaving the house for

Love comes in all forms. Whether you are celebrating this Valentine’s Day with your partner, with friends, or on your own, there is a perfect performance to complete your night out.

The bonds of sisterhood.

Observing the day with your girls? Little Women at South Bay Musical Theatre tells the ultimate story of sisterhood. Whether you are a Meg, Jo, Beth, or Amy, you’ll recognize a version of yourself and your own relationships on stage in this beloved tale.

A reimagined romance.

The 1988 Tony Award-winning play M. Butterfly flips the script on Puccini’s Madame Butterfly at San Francisco Playhouse. Following the 20-year affair between a French diplomat and a Chinese opera singer, this play subverts your expectations and explores culture and identity.

Love and music.

First came the book, then came the movie, now it’s all about the musical. The Notebook, playing at the Orpheum Theatre, tells the story of a young romance that ends abruptly, leaving lingering feelings and questions unanswered. Even if you’ve seen the film a hundred times, you’ll find something new in this staging. But don’t worry, the rain scene is still included.

Tomorrow, forget the flowers, chocolates and cards. Instead, take the day to enjoy live performance with your loved ones. — Ciara

On the Stage

How Shakespeare Saved My Life

Theatre | Berkeley Repertory Theatre
Now – March 1 | Tickets

In an autobiographical and music-filled tour-de-force, award-winning performer Jacob Ming-Trent dares to rescue himself from the “slings and arrows” of his past.

Closed Captioned: matinee performances through February 26

View the Program

More Events

• Martha Graham Dance Company | Cal Performances | Now – February 15 | View Print Program
  • Audio Described: February 15
• The Cherry Orchard | Marin Theatre | Now – February 22
• Music of the Heart | San Francisco Symphony | February 14 | View Program
• Cavalleria Rusticana & Pagliacci | Opera San José | February 15 – March 1

Next Line

• Berkeley Rep has announced that award-winning playwright Ngozi Anyanwu will star in her new play, The Monsters, alongside San Francisco Bay Area-born actor Sullivan Jones.
• Even more activity from American Conservatory Theater: the staging of Paranormal Activity has been extended through March 22 due to an overwhelming demand from Bay Area horror fans.