Covering The San Francisco Bay Area & Sacramento Valley Since 2001
Hillbarn Theatre • 1285 E Hillsdale Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404
Plays • Musicals • Opera • Dance
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Playing This Month
 | • APR 23 - MAY 17, 2026 • The Play That Goes Wrong / Play For Tickets & Info: The Play That Goes Wrong is a comedy play written by Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, and Henry Shields, and it delivers a wild farce built around a fictional amateur theater troupe attempting to stage a classic 1920s murder mystery. From the moment the curtain rises, simple tasks like opening doors, handling props, or remembering lines become battles the cast cannot quite win, turning the show into a cascade of mishaps that grow funnier as the actors try harder to look professional. Physical gags, collapsing scenery, misplaced cues, and frantic improvisation create an atmosphere where the audience is always one step ahead of the performers, watching them struggle to keep the story afloat. What makes it so irresistible is the way the chaos keeps escalating while the characters remain determined to push through with forced confidence and cheerful denial. The Play That Goes Wrong blends slapstick, timing, and character based humor into a fast moving theatrical experience that celebrates everything that can go awry onstage while inviting the audience to enjoy the thrill of watching disaster unfold without ever crossing the line into spoilers. | ||
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Coming Soon
• OPENS June 12, 2026 • The Spongebob Musical The Spongebob Musical, created by Kyle Jarrow with direction and original concept by Tina Landau, is a bright and imaginative musical comedy that transforms the animated world of Bikini Bottom into a live pop filled adventure. The story begins on an ordinary day as SpongeBob, Patrick, and their quirky neighbors go about their routines, completely unaware that something much larger is about to shake their ocean floor. What follows is a colorful rush of music, movement, and character moments that explore friendship, bravery, and community spirit without ever slipping into heavy territory. The show uses a wide range of original songs written by well known artists, which gives each scene its own musical personality. The blend of humor and heart creates a playful rhythm that pulls the audience into a world that feels both surreal and strangely relatable. Through creative staging and expressive performances, the production invites viewers to watch familiar characters face unexpected challenges while still keeping the tone upbeat and family friendly. It is a musical comedy that celebrates imagination, optimism, and the belief that even the most unlikely hero can rise when it matters most. |