Herbst Theatre
401 Van Ness Ave (map) (415) 392-4400
The Herbst Theatre is a cornerstone of San Francisco performing arts, with more than 200 shows presented on its stage every year. Distinguished as the historic site of the United Nations Charter signing in 1945, it is now the primary venue for many of the Bay Area’s premier cultural organizations, including City Arts & Lectures, San Francisco Performances, Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra and SFJAZZ.
The Herbst Theatre is housed in the Veterans Building, which echoes the Beaux-Arts design of the War Memorial Opera House and is also home to The Green Room. Adorned by a series of stunning Frank Brangwyn murals originally painted for the 1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition, this 916-seat auditorium is an elegant and intimate space, perfect for everything from concerts and recitals to graduations, lectures and performances.
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E.O. Wilson
Mon. 05/13 | 7:30PM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
In Conversation with Roy Eisenhardt E.O. Wilson is a biologist, author, and the world’s leading authority on ants. As a scientist and a popular writer, Wilson uses his research toward conserv…more»
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Holy Daughters World Premiere
Fri. 05/03 | 8:00PM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
SFGC presents the premiere of Holy Sisters, a newly-commissioned oratorio by composer Gabriela Lena Frank and Pulitzer Prize-winning author and playwright Nilo Cruz, featuring members of the B…more»
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The Last Foxtrot Garrison Keillor & Calvin Trillin With Music by Peter Duchin
Tue. 04/30 | 7:30PM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
GARRISON KEILLOR, CALVIN TRILLIN & FRIENDS With Music by PETER DUCHIN
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Featured Review from SF Weekly
April 24, 2013Public radio celebrity and folksy raconteur Garrison Keillor joins writer Calvin Trillin and unspecified friends for The Last Foxtrot, a celebration the City Arts & Lectures series 32 years…more at voiceplaces.com
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San Francisco Performances 2012-2013 Season Till Fellner
Mon. 04/29 | 8:00PM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
HAYDN: Sonata No. 47 in B minor, Hob. XVI:32 MOZART: Sonata No. 15 in F Major, KV 533/K 494 BACH: Selections from The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book II SCHUMANN: Symphonic Etudes, Op. 13 Ti…more»
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San Francisco Performances 2012-2013 Season and Omni Foundation present Pepe Romero
Sun. 04/28 | 7:00PM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
San Francisco Performances/Omni Foundation 2012-2013 Season Pepe Romero has become an international ambassador of classical guitar, having reached millions through his recordings, concerts …more»
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Corey Cerovsek Trio
Sat. 04/27 | 8:00PM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
Violinist Corey Cerovsek has performed to constant acclaim with conductors such as Zubin Mehta, Charles Dutoit, Michael Tilson Thomas, Neeme Jrvi, Andrew Litton, Yoel Levi, and Jess Lopez-Cobo…more»
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Main Stage Concert: A Night at the Opera (San Francisco)
Fri. 04/26 | 8:00PM - Fri. 04/26 @ Herbst Theatre (map)
The SFCO is excited to present the fourth and final program of our Main Stage Concert series in the 2012-2013 series, "A Night at the Opera." We close our season with a program of musical stor…more»
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A Night With The Stars 2013
Wed. 04/24 | 7:00PM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at 7:00pm Herbst Theatre - San FranciscoA Night with the Stars is one of the most uplifting and entertaining events in San Francisco, featuring unforgettable perform…more»
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The Rumi Concert: Lion of the Heart
Sat. 04/20 | 8:00PM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
You that come to birth and bring the mysteries, Your voice-thunder makes us very happy. Roar, lion of the heart, and tear me open. -Rumi Jalaluddin Rumi, one of the worlds most reve…more»
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Paula West - Family Matinee
Sat. 04/20 | 11:00AM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
A special treat for sophisticates of all ages. Paula West's interpretations of American classics - from jazz standards to Bob Dylan's anthems- are powerful and irresistible. This is a great in…more»
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Cypress String Quartet - Call & Response 2013
Fri. 04/19 | 8:00PM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
Herbst Theatre - San Francisco Friday, April 19, 2013 at 8:00pm Pre-concert lecture at 7:15pmGroup Prices for 10 or more available by calling City Box Office 392-4400This year, Call & Respon…more»
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Tokyo Quartet
Thu. 04/18 | 8:00PM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
The Tokyo String Quartet has captivated audiences and critics alike since it was founded almost 40 years ago. Regarded as one of the supreme chamber ensembles of the world, the Tokyo Quartet--…more»
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Shantala Shivalingappa
Tue. 04/16 | 8:00PM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
Namasya Dance works by SHANTALA SHIVALINGAPPA in collaboration with PINA BAUSCH, USHIO AMAGATSU (of Sankai Juku) and SAVITRY NAIR Shantala Shivalingappa brings a captivating, contemporar…more»
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Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra 2012-2013 Season Heroic Theseus
Thu. 04/11 | 7:30PM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
Hear Dominique Labelle in a rare villainess role and the Philharmonia Baroque debut of rising star Amanda Forsythe in Handels virtuoso opera, Teseo.
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Unlocking the Mysteries of Neuroscience
Wed. 04/10 | 7:30PM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
Unlocking the Mysteries of Neuroscience David Eagleman in Conversation with Kirsten Sanford Wednesday, April 10th 2013, 7:30pm at the Herbst TheatreDavid Eagleman is a neuroscientist and aut…more»
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The Vagina Monologues
Fri. 04/05 | 7:30PM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
V-DAY Filipina Women's Network JOINS GLOBAL EFFORT TO STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN AND GIRLSV-Day Filipina Women's Network 2013 Presents a Benefit Production of Eve Enslers THE VAGINA MONOLOG…more»
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Alison Bechdel
Thu. 04/04 | 7:30PM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
In Conversation with Julia Bryan-Wilson Alison Bechdel is the author of two bestselling graphic memoirs, Fun Home: A Family Tragicomic, which won an Eisner Award and was a finalist for the Na…more»
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Anne-Marie McDermott Returns
Wed. 04/03 | 8:00PM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
New Century Chamber Orchestra Anne-Marie McDermott Returns A pianist who balances qualities of excitement and spontaneity with clarity and elegance (The New York Times), Anne-Marie McDermo…more»
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NEW CENTURY CHAMBER ORCHESTRA 2012-2013 Anne-Marie McDermott Returns
Wed. 04/03 | 8:00PM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
New Century Chamber Orchestra Anne-Marie McDermott Returns A pianist who balances qualities of excitement and spontaneity with clarity and elegance (The New York Times), Anne-Marie McDermo…more»
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Daniel Kahneman
Tue. 04/02 | 7:30PM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
Daniel Kahneman is one of the most influential living psychologist. Along with his late collaborator, Amos Tversky, Kahneman is credited with founding the study of behavioral economics. In 200…more»
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Open Rehearsal
Tue. 04/02 | 10:00AM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
New Century Chamber Orchestra Open Rehearsal Preview Anne-Marie McDermott Returns New Century Chamber Orchestras Open Rehearsals allow audiences to experience musical democracy in acti…more»
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Hive
Mon. 04/01 | 8:00PM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
Hive Monday, April 1, 2013 Herbst Theatre. 8:00 p.m. Pre-concert talk at 7:15 p.m. Music by Chaya Czernowin (world premiere), Lewis Nielson (world premiere), Evan Ziporyn, and Liza Lim
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Sheryl Sandberg
Mon. 04/01 | 7:30PM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
ADVANCE TICKETS ON SALE TO MEMBERS ONLY STARTING 12/21 In Conversation with Condoleezza Rice
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Luciana Souza and Romero Lubambo
Sat. 03/30 | 8:00PM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
Brazilian Duos Grammy-winner Luciana Souza's list of collaborators reads like a Who's Who of genre-crossing luminaries including Paul Simon, Herbie Hancock, Osvaldo Golijov, James Taylor an…more»
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Elias String Quartet and Jonathan Biss
Fri. 03/29 | 8:00PM @ Herbst Theatre (map)
Sara Bitlloch, violin Donald Grant, violin Martin Saving, viola Marie Bitlloch, cello TIMOTHY ANDRES: SF PREMIERE (Piano and strings) SCHUMANN: String Quartet in A minor Op. 41, No. 1; …more»
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