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Custom Made Theatre Company's third annual showcase of short plays by absurdist playwright Samuel Beckett includes the critically-acclaimed Come and Go, the minimalist Footfalls, and the bleak but funny Rough for Theatre I. Learn more...

Popular sketch comedy group Killing My Lobster presents Pure Shock Value, a surreal satire of the entertainment industry. Three film industry bottom-feeders on the brink of abandoning their dreams find an incoherent, partially-clad homeless man in their backyard. He turns out to be a former Hollywood power player, and their fortunes take a turn for the strange. Learn more...

The SF Sketchfest welcomes weekly public radio show/podcast The Sound of Young America for a live taping. Host Jessie Thorn (the youngest national host in public radio history at age 26) and his interview program bring listeners the most exciting voices in music, literature, comedy and the arts. This live show features Last Comic Standing's Sean Cullen and other guests. Learn more...

SF Sketchfest presents a stand-up show with Doug Benson and Sean Cullen at Cobb's Comedy Club. Both comics have been finalists on NBC's Last Comic Standing. Benson starred in the documentary Super High Me, and regularly appears on VH1's Best Week Ever. Cullen, once a member of Canadian comedy-rock band Corky and the Juice Pigs, has performed on numerous TV shows, including The Tonight Show. Learn more...

Caramella Skin Couture combines traditional European skin and body care with the latest advances in facial therapy and body sculpting. The spa offers a variety of luxurious, effective treatments. Learn more...

In this one-man comedy written and performed by Michael Phillis, it's the day after Christmas, also known as "Orientation Day" for his dolls. Phillis invites the audience to get acquainted with the different shelves of his collection, explaining which dolls are the leaders, the protectors, the neighbors, and the lowest of the low from the bottom shelf. Learn more...

Sandra Bernhard presents Without You I'm Nothing, a brand-new version of the show that launched her career 20 years ago. An electrifying fusion of satire, cabaret and sizzling rock 'n' roll, Sandra's comic diatribe on the state of modern culture is backed by her band, The Rebellious Jezebels. Learn more...

The National Acrobats of China troupe was founded more than 50 years ago and has enthralled audiences in more than 30 countries. These rigorously trained performers often use objects of daily life--chairs, tables, poles, ladders, bowls, plates, bottles and jars--as props in shows that feature an eye-popping array of acrobatics, contortionism, martial arts, drumming, and dance. Learn more...

Mud is a bleak but funny drama set in 1973 in a rural, backwoods, poverty-stricken cabin. The three-character play by experimental playwright María Irene Fornés explores the journey of a woman trying to educate herself and escape the only world she has grown to know and the men who stand in her way. Learn more...

Indulge in a luxurious spa treatment at re:fresh, the gorgeous day spa that SanFrancisco.com calls a "rare San Francisco spa haven." Choose from a Deep Tissue Massage, Botanical Bliss Facial, Aloe Valerian Wrap and other lush treatments. Learn more...

Varla Jean Merman celebrates ten years as one of the world's best-known drag chanteuses with Victory Lap Dance. The show combines new material with a collection of hits spanning her career. The Varla Jean Merman Film Festival, a compilation of Merman's most popular videos, precedes the \show. Learn more...

American Conservatory Theater presents John Guare's Rich and Famous. This twisted, surreal musical comedy by the acclaimed author of Six Degrees of Separation and The House of Blue Leaves explores the travails of prolific but unsuccessful playwright Bing Ringling on Opening Night of his 844th play. Learn more...

Marin Theatre Company presents renowned playwright Athol Fugard's My Children! My Africa!. Set in South Africa in 1985, this gripping and inspiring drama tells the story of two students, one white and one black, struggling against apartheid. Learn more...

Internationally acclaimed dancer/choreographer John Jasperse presents an exhilarating new evening-length work for five dancers, with an original score performed live on stage by multi-instrumentalist (and Mills College faculty member) Zeena Parkins. Misuse liable to prosecution promises to be a provocative and entertaining evening from this inspired dance originator. Learn more...

This comedian-led tour takes a vivid trip through the heart of the Haight-Ashbury district, the birthplace of the 1960s cultural revolution. You'll see the locations of some of the most memorable events of the Summer of Love, as well as the former homes of the Grateful Dead, the Jefferson Airplane, Janis Joplin, and other notables. The tour also discusses the music, poster art, and lifestyles that defined the Hippie era in San Francisco's most colorful neighborhood. Learn more...

In the world of Zanna, Don't!, everything is reversed--the captain of the chess team is the coolest guy in school, the quarterback of the football team can't seem to fit in, and homosexuality is the prevailing norm! Things go awry when the school's two closeted heterosexuals realize their feelings for each other. Heartsville High School's magical matchmaker Zanna comes to their rescue to make the world safe for their love. Learn more...

Brian Copeland returns to the Bay Area with his hit show, Not a Genuine Black Man. The longest running solo show in San Francisco history, Not a Genuine Black Man is a hilarious and poignant autobiographical story about Copeland's childhood in one of the most racist suburbs in America. Learn more...

See the best-loved musical comedy revue that has been wowing audiences for more than 30 years: Beach Blanket Babylon! This zany musical spoof of pop culture is world-renowned for its extravagant costumes, huge hats and biting satire. Learn more...

Marsh Youth Theatre's new Teen Troupe presents their first production: Fears Of Your Life. Based on the works of Michael Bernard Loggins, an artist with developmental disabilities, this whimsical and vibrant show incorporates dance, music, theater, aerial dance, video and huge papier-mâché puppets in an attempt to express the nature of fear. Learn more...

Drama Desk nominee, national headlining comedian, and GLAAD Award-winning solo performer Marga Gomez presents her latest one-woman show, Long Island Iced Latina, at The Marsh. Recently named '2008 Best Comedian' in the SF Bay Guardian Readers Poll, Gomez will tell tales of a childhood filled with cultural confusion, chronic virginity and mother-daughter instability. Learn more...

Connie Champagne brings her portrayal of Judy Garland to the Rrazz Room in Judy's Back - One Night Only. More than an impersonation, Champagne assembles the repertoire Garland might sing today -- ballads from the likes of Rufus Wainwright and Elton John, show-stoppers from Peter Allen and John Cameron Mitchell, along with some improbable rock tunes that take on a whole new meaning, once they've been Judy-fied. Learn more...

Former Saturday Night Live cast member Norm MacDonald brings his acerbic stand-up act to Cobb's Comedy Club. In addition to hosting SNL's "Weekend Update" segment for several years, MacDonald also starred in his own sitcom, Norm, and has appeared in movies such as Screwed and Billy Madison. Learn more...

Vincent Lecavalier, Martin St. Louis and the Tampa Bay Lightning face off against Joe Thornton, Patrick Marleau and the San Jose Sharks at HP Pavilion. The Sharks have been practically unstoppable this season, compiling the NHL's best record and leading all teams in scoring. Learn more...

HP Pavilion welcomes the SAP Open. This prestigious men's tennis tournament has hosted players ranging from John McEnroe and Arthur Ashe to Pete Sampras and Andre Agassi. This year's tournament features defending champion Andy Roddick, plus Juan Martin del Potro, James Blake, and more international tennis stars. Learn more...

The SF Playhouse presents the world premiere of Abraham Lincoln's Big Gay Dance Party. Mixing wild farce with pointed social commentary, the play tells the story of the trial of a rural third grade teacher who outs the beloved President as gay in the school's annual Christmas Pageant. Playwright Aaron Loeb earned rave reviews for 2007's First Person Shooter. Learn more...

Join a blending session around Cabernet Sauvignon and the Bordeaux varietals. During your session, the staff will guide you through the same steps used to create the final blends for the luxury wines produced in the Crushpad Winery. Previous wine knowledge is not necessary. Learn more...

During this tasting event, explore basic sensory evaluation of common white wine varietals. Sensory evaluation simply means sharpening palates and tighten vocabulary by looking more closely at color, aromatics, flavor and body. Learn more...

During this tasting event, explore basic sensory evaluation of common red wine varietals. Sensory evaluation simply means sharpening palates and tightening vocabulary by looking more closely at color, aromatics, flavor and body. Each wine seminar explores a different varietal, region or wine making style -- all designed to hone your palate and broaden your wine appreciation. Learn more...

In honor of pitcher Tim Lincecum winning the NL Cy Young Award, the San Francisco Giants have put together an exclusive package of tickets to four games next season, just for Goldstar members. The packages includes games against the division rival Arizona Diamondbacks and Los Angeles Dodgers, plus matchups with the Washington Nationals and Atlanta Braves. Learn more...

Martin S. Indyk, former U.S. Ambassador to Israel, was a key member of President Clinton's Middle East peace team. Now a Fellow at the Brookings Institution, Indyk shares an insider's account of U.S. diplomacy, gives his analysis of the current Gaza crisis, and offers his suggestions for creating peace in the troubled region. Learn more...

Shopping! The Musical is a new musical comedy revue by award-winning writer Morris Bobrow about everyone's second favorite (in some cases, favorite) activity. Hilarious songs and sketches about the frustrations, annoyances and occasional joys of shopping -- how men and women do it, dealing with customers, clerks and store environments, shopping online and on TV and other familiar situations. Learn more...

Enjoy a beautiful sunset on the water and then return to the shimmering city lights while enjoying a delicious dinner prepared fresh onboard by Hornblower's chefs. Spend the rest of the cruise dancing to live music. The trip includes a four-course dinner, cash bar, live band, and breathtaking bay views. Learn more...

Punch Line Comedy Club is proud to welcome Tom Rhodes. A frequent guest on the Tonight Show and star of NBC's sitcom Mr. Rhodes, Tom is also known for hosting the Dutch late-night talk show The Kevin Masters Show Starring Tom Rhodes, a gig which resulted in his being known as as "the David Letterman of the Netherlands." Learn more...

There's no better way to spend a beautiful Sunday morning/afternoon than cruising the picturesque SF Bay! Hornblower Cruises presents a wonderful 2-hour cruise, featuring a delicious brunch and champagne. Learn more...

Hope Mohr Dance presents their second season of technically precise and socially aware modern dance. The program is anchored by the premiere of The Force That Drives The Flower, an exploration of motherhood and environmental issues inspired by the myth of Persephone, and also features choreographer Mohr's acclaimed Elision and The Grief Room. Learn more...

After wowing Bay Area audiences with her San Francisco Symphony debut in 2007, this 20-year-old French pianist now makes her first recital appearance. De la Salle limits her performances, resulting in unflaggingly high artistic standards and much audience anticipation. Learn more...

The Golden State Warriors host the Indiana Pacers in NBA basketball. The two teams made a blockbuster trade last season, with Stephen Jackson arriving at Oracle Arena, while former Warriors Mike Dunleavy and Troy Murphy went to Indiana. Learn more...

PianoFight presents an original comedy, FORKING!, a fully scripted play in which the audience votes on how the plot will proceed. Six 20-to-30-somethings who live together are thrust into or out of the sack with other characters, depending on how the audience votes. Each potential "fork" is scripted, and the sum of each audience vote will determine the outcome of the play. Learn more...

The Yerba Buena Center for the Arts presents Japan Dance Now, an evening featuring three of Japan's most talented young choreographers. From Baby Q's stylized multimedia experiments, to Nibroll's visually striking evocation of youth culture, to the joyful pop sensibilities of Sennichimae Blue Sky Dance Club, the program showcases intriguing artists with a wildly creative edge. Learn more...

At 20, this dynamic violinist is the soloist of choice of conductors including Leonard Slatkin and composer John Adams. She became well known to film audiences when, at age ten, she played the young violinist in Ralph Fiennes' cinematic adaptation of Pushkin's classic Evgeny Onegin. An avid advocate of new music, she has performed premieres of music by John Tavener and Andrew Lloyd Webber. Learn more...

Sample the wines of Napa and Sonoma Wine Country on a full-day tour. The Wine Lover's Tour is a semi-private, semi-customizable tour, which will visit 4 to 6 wineries. Learn more...

Multiple Grammy-nominated composer-pianist Fred Hersch is celebrated for his ability to reinvent classic jazz, investing the time-tested with insight and intelligence while creating his own body of new work. Hersch has created more than two dozen recordings that challenge and affirm the present and future of the genre. Learn more...

This is Marin's largest annual gathering of romantic eligibles, and a perfect opportunity to meet new friends. There will be a Keynote Address on Removing the 10 Blocks to Finding Love in 2009 from author Jeannine Kaiser, followed by dancing to classic hits. Servino's is a lovely restaurant, with spectacular views of the San Francisco Skyline, Golden Gate Bridge and the Bay. Learn more...

Discover the rich history of San Francisco architecture. Rick Evans' two-hour tour is loaded with secret gems and hidden jewels of the city! In addition to learning about the history of the architecture in the Financial District, you'll also see the city's newest skyscrapers, as well as hidden outdoor spaces that can only be found on foot. Learn more...

Filipino-American comic Joey Guila headlines a stand-up comedy show at Club Deluxe. The host of That's My Jam on DIRECTV's Myx station, his credits also include P. Diddy's Bad Boys of Comedy. Learn more...

Club Deluxe presents The Ladies Room, a showcase of stand-up comedy by women. This month's headliner is Janine Brito; known for her dryly witty, matter-of-fact comic style, Brito is one of the city's top up-and-coming lesbian comics. Learn more...

T.I.C. takes place on a particularly boring early-summer night when a teenage girl, too smart and inquisitive for her own good, starts to publish a blog about her new tenant-in-common apartment building. When strange things begin to happen, it becomes clear that someone else is watching and everyone is in danger. Learn more...

BATS Improv, the Bay Area's favorite improvisational theatre company, presents their signature show, Theatresports -- improv played as a rock'n'rolling sporting event! Two teams of improvisers compete in a series of scenes, games and challenges vying for points awarded by judges. The audience is involved throughout the show, shouting suggestions, voting for their favorite scenes, and audience volunteers are invited to participate in one of the rounds. Learn more...

Be a guest at this hysterical satirical Italian-American wedding, and you won't just see a show -- you'll be a part of it! The fun starts with the happy couple's wedding ceremony, then it's time for the all-inclusive reception featuring a family-style pasta dinner, champagne toast, wedding cake, dancing and lots of laughs! Learn more...