San Francisco Playhouse, Theatre in Union Square, San Francisco, US.
San Francisco Playhouse is a small theater with nearly 200 seats located on Post Street in Union Square. Its program includes contemporary plays, classic dramas, and Broadway musicals.
Founded in 2003, the venue grew into a recognized cultural institution over the following years. It received multiple awards from the Bay Area Theatre Critics Circle during that period.
The theater supports emerging playwrights by staging their new works on its stage. Visitors experience productions that reflect fresh creative voices rarely seen elsewhere.
The theater sits in a central location and is easily accessible. Shows run on multiple days each week, making it straightforward to plan a visit.
The venue received a National Theatre Company grant that qualified it for Regional Tony Award consideration. This recognition highlights its standing among theaters nationally.
Location: San Francisco
Inception: 2003
Official opening: 2003
Capacity: 199
Website: http://sfplayhouse.org
GPS coordinates: 37.78830,-122.41153
Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:48
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