News
We’re Hiring a Director of Development
Join our team at the Presidio Theatre!
The Presidio Theatre welcomes Lilly Schwartz as Executive and Artistic Director
Lilly Schwartz joins the Presidio Theatre after serving for over 10 years as the Artistic Director of SFJAZZ.
2024 Winter–Spring Season
Announcing the January through June 2024 lineup of artists and performances.
2023 In Review
A look back at the highlights of 2023 including multiple world premieres, the launch of a residency program, and the 3rd annual Panto in the Presidio.
Robert Martin to Retire as Executive Director of the Presidio Theatre
Founding Executive Director of the historic Presidio Theatre and nationally recognized performing arts leader to retire as of December 31, 2023.
Announcing the inaugural Presidio Theatre Bliss Festival
Presidio Theatre and (((folkYEAH!))) present the first Presidio Theatre Bliss Festival August 19 and 20 in the Theatre’s beautifully landscaped outdoor plaza.
World Premiere of Soul of The City
First Voice and Presidio Theatre present the world premiere of Brenda Wong Aoki’s “Soul of The City”
Sleeping Beauty Returns!
Holiday magic returns to the Presidio Theatre in 2023 with Sleeping Beauty the Panto, back by popular demand.
World premiere of Solaz
Flamenco artist La Tania and the Presidio Theatre present the world premiere of Solaz, a new multimedia flamenco work July 21-23, inspired by the extraordinary history of the Egyptian Temple of Debod.
World Premiere of Sojourner ZY
An original play written by Eugenie Chan with shadow theater by ShadowLight Productions and live music by the Paul Dresher Ensemble. March 2–5.
Idris Ackamoor Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Presidio Theatre and Cultural Odyssey present Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids 50th Anniversary Celebration: Afro Futuristic Dreams. Free to the public March 17 & 18.
Spring 2023 Season of Music, Dance, and Theatre
The Presidio Theatre’s Spring 2023 season of music, dance and theater will feature nine diverse events from February 26 through July 23 on the historic Main Post in San Francisco. Featured artists and groups include Lúnasa, ShadowLight and Paul Dresher Ensemble, Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids, Robert Moses’ Kin, SFArtsED Players, Lamplighters, New Century Chamber…
Panto for Beginners
It might surprise US theater lovers to learn that British Pantomime (affectionately called panto) has been around for over 150 years, and is arguably the most popular holiday theater event in the English-speaking world.
August is free!
The Presidio Theatre presents free outdoor music in the plaza and indoor film screenings this August.
Presidio Theatre 2022 Fall Season Announced
Presidio Theatre 2022 Fall Seasons features important work by artists examining historical and contemporary issues of race, climate change and the power of popular and traditional cultures.
Lineup includes New Century Chamber Orchestra, Brian Copeland, Dancing Earth, Films by Judith Ehrlich, and Stroll Down Penny Lane.
The Presidio Theatre is hiring Box Office Assistants
Come work with us in a newly-renovated theatre in one of the most visited national parks in the country!
Announcing the 2022 Panto in the Presidio
Presidio Theatre will present a new production of ‘Sleeping Beauty’ this holiday season, December 1–30.
2022 Spring Season Press Release
The Presidio Theatre’s spring season highlights a wide range of Bay Area icons.
Presidio Theatre and the Laboratory for Global Performance and Politics to present Remember This: The Lesson of Jan Karski
One-man tour-de-force starring Academy Award-nominee David Strathairn tells the forgotten story of moral courage that shook the world’s conscience
Cast Announced for The Magic Lamp
Full cast announcement and ticketing information for The Magic Lamp, running December 1-31.