Comedy Shows San Francisco

The San Francisco Mime Troop - A Musical Tragicomedy @ Berkeley

SF Mime Troupe - WRECKAGE - A Musical Tragicomedy @ Berkeley

Come and watch The San Francisco Mime Troup Perform a Musical Tragic Comedy as they take a look at all that remains now and after this national nightmare is over. How can people survive this mess? And how much more are we willing to sacrifice to salvage our lives and country? Can we restore the three branches of government to a system of honest, non-politicized checks and balances that actually serve “We the People”? We're looking forward to seeing you in the Park! This Performance will be playing multiple times and here's the schedule if you want to watch it another day: Saturday, August 22nd at 2:00 PM at Willard Park, Berkeley Sunday, August 23rd at 2:00 PM at Willard Park, Berkeley Saturday, August 29th at 2:00 PM @ Cedar Rose Park, Berkeley Sunday, August 30th at 2:00 pm @ Cedar Rose Park Event Website Link: https://www.sfmt.org/event-details/live-oak-park-berkeley-2026 Important Information: Try to arrived 30 minutes to and hour early, since this performance is pretty popular, amazing, and wonderful that it gets pretty crowded and packed that it's gets difficult to find me and others at this performance. Plan according & ahead of time, since parking will be hard to find near the event and since the performance will be outdoors, it will get hot. I recommend that you bring portable camping chair or beach blanket / towels lay down on the grass and also to cover yourself from the sun, along with a hat, sunglasses and a fan to cover yourself and keep you cool.

SF 🏀 Shooting Games: Queers & Allies

Join us me for a laid-back hour of basketball shooting games, and community. This is a group for LGBTQ+ folks and Allies of all skill levels. Whether you’ve never picked up a basketball or you’ve been shooting for years, you’re welcome here. This isn’t about competition it’s about connection, laughter, movement, and enjoying a lunch hour together. We’ll play casual shooting games like: • Around the World • HORSE (or, in the spirit of Pride… PRIDE🌈 I decided to start this meetup after my dad passed away. Playing basketball shooting games together was one of our favorite traditions, and creating this group is my way of carrying that joy forward while building new community. My hope is that this becomes a place where people can laugh, meet new friends, get outside, and make Friday afternoons something to look forward to. I’ll have a basketball 🏀 so just bring yourself. water, comfortable shoes, and a welcoming spirit. Bring a friend if you’d like. Let’s celebrate community, movement, one shot at a time.

20s & 30s Late Night Comedy & Pizza in North Beach!

**RSVP via:** https://app.gistirl.com/event-details/znkgKNjlomuquMkkUU4k **Early Bird Discounts | More $ Later** This is the place to be to meet new friends in SF! Our event is like no other. At other meetups, you only meet a few people. Here, you meet someone new every 8 minutes! Literal speed-friending! So, let's soak up the neighborhood's neon lights and lively energy this evening with some fun laughs and a perfect slice of pizza. Join us for an hour of 1-1 chats to break the ice, followed by teaming up to catch a local stand-up show and some late-night grub! For the first part of the evening, the Gist IRL app takes the pressure off by pairing you up for a series of quick 1-1s. It's a great way to easily figure out who matches your sense of humor and loves the North Beach vibe as much as you do. Once we wrap up those initial chats, you'll choose the people you vibed with most. We'll form small groups right then and there, head to a nearby comedy club, and grab some pizza together! By the time you're settling into your seat at the comedy show with a warm slice of pizza, you've got a crew to share it with. Whether these folks become your regular comedy and pizza squad or it just ends up being a brilliant evening out, you'll be glad you made it out. The Plan: - 6:30PM: Check-In. Follow the link to set up your quick profile on your phone. - 6:35PM - 7:55PM: One-on-One Rounds. The app pairs you for focused chats. Find out who shares your humor, favorite late-night spots, and love for North Beach. - 7:55PM+: Form Groups. Reconnect with your favorite matches, gather into a cozy group of 4-6, and walk over to the comedy club and grab some local pizza together. Your group leaves together tonight. The whole goal here isn't to just add more random names to your phone. We want to actually go to a comedy show and grab pizza right away, hopefully kicking off many future comedy nights and neighborhood food spots to explore together. **RSVP via:** https://app.gistirl.com/event-details/znkgKNjlomuquMkkUU4k **Early Bird Discounts | More $ Later**

Free Fun Open Mic (Music, Comedies, Poetry, etc)

One of the best open mics in the whole Bay Area!!! Whether you have something to share: a song, a comedy sketch, a poem, spoken words, an interesting story, a dance, a magic act, etc... There no better place to share your creativity to others! (yes, honing your instrument playing, your vocal, etc) Or just to come and enjoy the free show and make new friends! Win/win.

Bollywood Nights at Salesforce Park - Free

**Bollywood Nights at Salesforce Park 🎉** Join Rang De Bollywood for some high-energy, outdoor, bollywood fun! This event is sure to leave you feeling loved, lighter, and delighted in excitement after every session. 🌈 Open to all ages, all levels, all backgrounds. ✨ Come casual or dressed, no pressure! 🎁 Free to attend – just bring your joy, your people, and your dancing feet! 🚶🏼‍♂️‍➡️Register for free so we can prepare at rang.eventbrite.com 🕔 5:30 – 7:00 PM – we’ll start with a beginner friendly dance lesson, followed by an open dance party! 💫 This is a repeating event, happening every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month, May through October and you can register for as many dates as you like. Register now: [rang.eventbrite.com](http://rang.eventbrite.com) **About Rang De Bollywood** Hailing from the dream dance city of Mumbai and Amritsar, which is also home to Bollywood and Holy Vibes, our energetic, charismatic, and fun dance instructors-performers-entertainers, Manpreet (Certified in Indian Folk by India's Best and also an author) and Amit (percussionist, actor, dancer), have spread Indian dance music and moves across the length and breadth of India, USA, and Europe. Their recent performances were at National Center of Performing Arts in Mumbai and Herbst Theater in San Francisco. **Important Notes:** * Enter through transit center building and take the elevator to rooftop. We will be close to the elevator. * No solicitors allowed. * Classes might be video taped for marketing purposes. * All choreographies are Copyrighted and Original Works of Manpreet Komal/Rang De Bollywood. *"I recently had the pleasure of attending Manpreet’s Bollywood dance class, and I must say, it was an absolute blast! Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced dancer, this class caters to everyone's skill level. The highlight of the class was undoubtedly her teaching style. With a knack for breaking down complex steps into manageable chunks, even the most intricate routines felt attainable. The pacing was just right, ensuring that beginners didn't feel overwhelmed while keeping experts engaged. Highly recommend!" — Kavneet Bindra* **We can't wait to dance together, see you soon!**

Take a FUN Improv Class (in-person) - then After Party!

Welcome to the fun!!! Here are all the details: Step 1.) You must register and pay $25 on Eventbrite ([https://thursdayimprovclass.eventbrite.com](https://thursdayimprovclass.eventbrite.com)) to secure your place in the class (not just on this Meetup). Online registration ends at 7:00 PM every Thursday for that week. $25 online registration for the class is located here: [https://thursdayimprovclass.eventbrite.com](https://thursdayimprovclass.eventbrite.com) Step 2.) Everyone meets in front of the building entrance at 450 Geary St, checks-in, and then goes upstairs to the classroom. Following the class there's often an after party at a nearby place. It's a great time, hope to see you there! This Meetup is for people who currently improvise or are interested in trying out improv. We get together and attend Leela's weekly Thursday night drop-in improv class (see below). "Come play, bring a friend, and meet new people in Leela's weekly drop-in improv class. This fun-filled improv class is a valuable opportunity for experienced actors/improvisors to sharpen their skills, and newbies to get introduced to the wonderful world of improvisation. Connect, play, grow..." Visit http://www.leela-sf.com for more information about Leela.

Let's Improvise: Improv Dojo - Oakland Improv Class

The Improv Dojo is a place to do improv. It is a chance to play, explore and develop. We explore scene work, theater games and related acting exercises. It is part drop-in class and part practice session. The Improv Dojo is for improvisors ready to explore . Beginning and experienced improvisors welcome. Dojo attendees include Pan troupe members, Dojo regulars and people brand new to improv. Whether you're a beginner looking to try improv for the first time or a more seasoned player looking for a chance to play - the Improv Dojo is for you. If you're new to improv be sure to checkout our improv guides on the Pan Theater web site (the Rules of Improv I and II). Tickets are $20 per person cash at the door. The Dojo is offered: Sundays live from 4:30pm to 6:30pm

20s & 30s Speed Friending : Emporium + Madrones Monday Night Groove!!

**RSVP via:** https://app.gistirl.com/event-details/y1HmJXrDbN2hDTj4DfWy **Early Bird Discounts | More $ Later** WOW!! We had a huge turnout last time. So here we go for our sequel ;) Picture this: you walk up to the Emporium on a Monday night for their famous "Industry Night," and see some new faces, some old. Then, you spend an hour in quick one-on-one rounds, meet incredible new people, then you play games with your new friends at the Emporium and if you're wanting to afterwards, we're right next to Madrone's, so we can all go dancing together! Wow what a fun night! So, get ready for an hour of real one-on-one conversations with fellow industry professionals, paired up by the app so you always know exactly who you are talking to next. Then comes the fun part: you walk into the arcade bar and then head over to Madrones for Monday night dancing together. It all happens the same evening, with one shared plan, and everyone going together. By the time the music starts, you've already got a squad to hit the dance floor with. Maybe this becomes your weekly Monday night dancing crew. Maybe it's just a great evening you'll remember. Either way, you're rolling with a crew. Agenda 7:30PM - Check-In Follow the link to complete a quick profile setup on your phone. 7:35PM - 8:55PM - One-on-One Rounds Our app pairs you for focused conversations. Discover who shares your industry experience and your favorite dance moves. 8:55PM+ - Form Groups & go into the Emporium and then head over to Madrones to go dancing together Your new friend group leaves together - tonight. The Goal Don't just collect contacts. Actually go dancing with new people and see if this becomes your regular crew for new dancing spots to explore together. Want to stay in touch with someone? Use the app - it lets you connect without ever sharing your phone number. **RSVP via:** https://app.gistirl.com/event-details/y1HmJXrDbN2hDTj4DfWy **Early Bird Discounts | More $ Later**

FRANCE CULINARY EXPLORER~Food, Wine, Cheese. Cooking Lessons, Tastings & MORE!!

Join us on this gourmet gastronomic holiday as we rendezvous with the cuisine & culture of France. This is a foodie’s dream. Around every corner we will find open-air markets, artisanal chocolatiers, macaroon shops, boulangeries, cheesemongers, local butcher shops with the finest cured sausages and hams . . . and YES - world-class wine shops where we can savor the flavors! We will start in Paris, home of some of the world’s most prestigious museums, including the Louvre, Musee d’Orsay, Pompidou, Champs-Élysées, Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe and so much more. Of course, we get to visit some of them...BUT French cuisine is such a huge part of this country's culture and history! Learning about it and experiencing it, is the main goal of this tour. In Paris, we will savor the culinary artistry of Michelin-starred chefs and indulge in the city's iconic pastries. We will journey to Normandy, where lush landscapes yield exquisite cheeses and apple-infused delights. We will follow the Loire River to discover the vineyards and châteaux of the Loire Valley, where fine wines and gourmet experiences await. Let the flavors of France enchant our palate as we explore these culinary treasures! Cooking classes, gourmet food tastings, wine tours, and enough free time to explore to our heart’s desire with centrally-located first class accommodations. ***The Itinerary in brief:*** **Day 1 Paris** arrival and Welcome Dinner with Corsican Cuisine **Day 2 Paris** sightseeing tour, Seine river cruise,French bread making class **Day 3 Paris** Museum Day. Dinner along Canal Saint-Martin **Day 4 Paris-Auvers Sur Oise Auver.** Pay homage to Van Gogh and the many famous painters who lived there. Paint our own masterpiece! On to Giverny for a visit to the Gardens of Monet. Overnight in Rouen. **Day 5 Rouen - Camembert - Caen.** Cheese tasting **Day 6 Caen - Mont St Michel.** Stop in Calvados. Apple brandy, anybody? **Day 7 Mont St Michel - Rennes - Nantes.** Cooking Class **Day 8 Nantes - Tours** with stops at 3 Chateaux Vineyards for wine and chocolate tastings **Day 9 Tours - Orleans.** Stops at Château of Clos Lucé, Leonardo Da Vinci's home. Visit an underground cave for farming mushrooms. And yes, some mushroom tastings! **Day 10 Orleans - Paris** On the way, a stop at an artisan chocolatier and more wineries **Day 11 Paris.** Visit the famous Marché aux Puces de St-Ouen (the flea market) for some amazing shopping. Farewell Dinner in the Montmartre Area Join us for an unforgettable feast for the senses! For a detailed Day By Day itinerary: **[Click Here](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8)**[ to fill out our info request form](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8) **Price per person, double occupancy: $5320** (we match roommates for those willing to share and save) **Price for single room: $6720** Limited capacity of 24 total. This trip will fill up extremely quickly. RSVP does not hold your space. **The only way to secure your spot is a $500 deposit.** **[Click here for Secure Deposit Link](https://www.paypal.com/instantcommerce/checkout/V6PKYK8VEWPHJ)** Deposit is refundable up to 90 days before the departure (less PayPal fees). *[Click Here](https://forms.gle/Qxx6eSy9tbjezXYg6)*[ and Fill out this Form if you are making a Deposit](https://forms.gle/Qxx6eSy9tbjezXYg6) **\*\*\*Airfare from/to the US is not included\*\*\*** ***[Click Here](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=131297062)***[ to Message Direct to Anna with any questions including airfare quotes.](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=131297062) She can help you arrange the airfare and answer any logistics questions. We do a monthly Zoom with Q & A on all our overseas events. [https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/296044209/](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/296044209/) Come to the zoom and ask any questions. Great way to get the info you want without all the other fluff. As well as meet us and other attendees. [Click here for General Policies](https://www.meetup.com/MoreToExplore/events/282719353/) and useful info about our international trips. The MAIN Meetup post for this event is here: **[France Culinary Explorer](https://www.meetup.com/fork-n-cork/events/298965454/)** (RSVP there for any conversation and comments) We believe in good decent social. This events is cross posted to several other groups and the number of RSVPs on each is not reflective. We have a set of sister groups where we post our local free, local/regional camping, and our overseas events too. [Click Here to see all our other fun events](https://www.meetup.com/CulturalArts/Events) Live the adventure instead of only dreaming it! SOT 2000318-10

Mahjong Saturdays !!!

Center Stage (Stanley Kwan, 1991) - 4K restoration

International superstar Maggie Cheung (In the Mood for Love) embodies tragic screen siren Ruan Lingyu, known as the “Greta Garbo of China,” in this unconventional biopic by Hong Kong New Wave master Stanley Kwan (Rouge). Praised for her moving and emotive onscreen presence, Ruan’s private life, which was frequent fodder for the vicious Shanghai tabloids, began to mirror the melodramas which brought her fame, culminating in her suicide at age 24. Kwan and Cheung paint a kaleidoscopic yet intimate portrait of the ill-fated actress, deftly blending lush period drama, archival footage, and metatextual documentary sequences of Cheung reflecting on Ruan’s legacy. Showtime is 7.45 pm - we'll meet at 7.30 pm at the Roxie box office. Tickets: https://roxie.com/film/stanley-kwans-center-stage-4k-restoration/ Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SzBtM0Zfckg