28 South Bay Accent CALENDAR “Jersey Boys” tells the story of how a group of blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks became one of the biggest American pop music sensations. Hear all of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons’ greatest hits, including “Big Girls Don’t Cry” and “Sherry.” Tickets $45– $212. SHN Orpheum Theatre, 1192 Market St., San Francisco. 888/746-1799. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Jan. 21– Feb. 7, times vary. Follow an eclectic group of six young people on their hilarious journey to realize their dream to become a spelling bee champion. This Tony Award-winner will leave a smile on everyone’s face. Tickets $45. Hillbarn Theatre, 1285 E. Hillsdale Blvd., Foster City. 650/349.6411 ext. 2. Tigers Be Still. Jan. 21–Feb. 21, times vary. In this quirky comedy, Sherry Wickman has recently earned her master’s degree in art therapy—only to find herself moving back in with her family, where she retreats to her bed until a job opportunity gives her renewed purpose. Tickets $17–$30. City Lights Theater, 529 S. Second St., San Jose. 408/295-4200. The Wizard of Oz. Jan. 29–Feb. 4, times vary. Click your heels and join Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Dorothy and her little dog Toto, as they journey through the Land of Oz to meet the Wizard. Just watch out for the Wicked Witch of the West and her winged monkeys! Ticket prices vary. Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd., San Jose. 800/745-3000. A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, Dec. 1-27, Golden Gate Theatre, San Francisco; AC2 - An Intimate Evening with Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen, Jan. 15, The Masonic, San Francisco Called “emotionally powerful and theatrically stunning” by Variety, this London/ Broadway hit, by Katori Hall, re-imagines the events on the night before the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Tickets $10–$35. Pear Theatre, 1110 La Avenida St., Mountain View. 650/254-1148. Swift Justice. Jan. 15–24, times vary. Based on the book “Swift Justice, Murder and Vengeance in a California Town” by San Jose Mercury News reporter Harry Farrell, this dramatic play about the kidnapping of Brooke Hart in 1933 is written by former San Jose mayor Tom McEnery. Tickets $15–$40. Theatre on San Pedro Square, 29 N. San Pedro St., San Jose. 408/679-2330. Jersey Boys. Jan. 20–Feb. 14, times vary. Chock-full of delightful songs and splashy production numbers, “A Christmas Story: The Musical” follows Ralphie Parker as he schemes his way toward the holiday gift of his dreams, a Red Ryder Carbine- Action 200-Shot Range Air Rifle. Tickets $40–$160. SHN Orpheum Theatre, 1192 Market St., San Francisco. 888/746-1799. Charles Dickens’ Scrooge: One Christmas Carol. Dec. 20, 3 p.m. Kellan D. Baker recreates the roles of Scrooge, Tiny Tim, Bob Cratchit and a host of supporting characters in this solo tour de force, infusing tragedy, pathos, humor and fun into the beloved Dickens story of redemption and hope. Tickets $39–$49. Montgomery Theater, 271 S. Market St., San Jose. 408/792-4111. JANUARY Pippin. Jan. 5–10, times vary. Full of extraordinary acrobatics, wondrous magical feats and soaring songs from the composer of “Wicked,” Stephen Schwartz, this Tony Award-winning musical will lift you up and leave you smiling. Tickets $33–$108. Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd., San Jose. 800/745-3000. Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin. Jan. 13–Feb. 6, times vary. The inspiring story of “America’s Composer” Irving Berlin takes center stage in this performance by acclaimed pianist Hershey Felder. Capturing the rhythms of the Lower East Side, and eventually enchanting the world, Berlin epitomizes the American dream. Tickets $19–$74. Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., Mountain View. 650/903-6000. Satchmo at the Waldorf. Jan. 13–Feb. 7, times vary. This off-Broadway hit details jazz titan Louis Armstrong’s meteoric rise and his fateful relationships with his manager and with Miles Davis. A tale of ambition, artistry and overreach set four months before Armstrong’s death, Satchmo at the Waldorf offers viewers a glimpse into his soul. Tickets $20–$110. Geary Theater, 415 Geary St., San Francisco. 415/749-2228. Charisma 2016. Jan. 14–16, 8 p.m. Members of the Charisma group reflect on their lives in an intense exploration of spirituality and the arts that combines sance, song and monologues. Tickets $5. Fess Parker Studio Theatre, Santa Clara University, 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara. 408/554-4015. The Mountaintop. Jan. 15–31, times vary.
South Bay Accent - Dec 2015/Jan 2016
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