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    Presidio Theatre - 11/29/2025 Peter Pan Panto - Orchestra seat G108/109

    Presidio Theatre

    4.9(15 reviews)
    1.2 miPresidio

    Great small, intimate venue that is very classy and clean…read more What else do you expect when in Presidio. This old Army officer's base has changed alot since I've been here. Many restaurants and businesses now occupy many spaces. if you want access to some cool perks like access to meet & greets, the Members Lounge, and presale; then sign up to become a Member with the Presidio Theater. It was worth every penny and I'm also helping out a small non-profit venue brings great entertainment to the Presidio area. The lounge offers great wines at a discount from their sponsored local bay area wineries. Whites, Reds, Chardonnays. I took the Train, the Ferry, and a Lyft to get here. Seeing Lisa Fischer live on a chill SF afternoon was cool. She took time to meet her fans, thank them, and take some selfies. My seat was first row in AA1. I took some great pics and videos that I have to post on YT because they are beyond the 30 second limit. Her band was the Grand Baton. I left a picture of the setlist she performed. Some great covers and a couple of songs from her album from 1991. If you're not a Lisa Fischer fan, interest fact is that she was tour background singer for Luther Vandross and The Rolling Stones in the 1990s. She was also featured on the documentary "20 feet from Stardom" Such a great film. I actually like her House mix song Into My Life by the Elements of Life (Louie Vega remix) Become a member, check out their schedule, buy the tickets, and come hang out at the Presidio. See you some more on Yelp. 2026

    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

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    11/29/2025 Peter Pan Panto

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    Palace of Fine Arts Theatre - Inside the theatre

    Palace of Fine Arts Theatre

    4.1(79 reviews)
    0.6 miMarina/Cow Hollow

    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.

    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.

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    Corinne Bailey Rae 7/14/2022

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    Dahlias Entertainment - Taking photos with the kids!

    Dahlias Entertainment

    5.0(10 reviews)
    0.0 miMarina/Cow Hollow

    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!

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    Young Performers Theatre - A promotional photo from our first show of the 2014 season, Fantastic Mr. Fox!

    Young Performers Theatre

    4.5(4 reviews)
    0.5 miMarina/Cow Hollow

    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.

    Magic Theatre - The Travelers - Ogie Zulueta, Juan Amador PC: Jay Yamada

    Magic Theatre

    4.6(61 reviews)
    0.6 miMarina/Cow Hollow

    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.

    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.

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    Magic Theatre - The Travelers by Luis Alfaro PC: Jay Yamada

    The Travelers by Luis Alfaro PC: Jay Yamada

    Magic Theatre - The Travelers by Luis Alfaro

    The Travelers by Luis Alfaro

    Magic Theatre - Cuckoo Edible Magic stage 2/2025

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