Post Street Theatre

San Francisco, United States

4.4

20 reviews

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+1 415-771-6900
Website:
www.poststreettheatre.com
Address:
450 Post St, San Francisco, CA, 94102
b/t Mason St & Powell St
Union Square
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
120 ftBig Bus Tours Stop 16, Union Square North
560 ftBig Bus Tours Stop 5, Union Square South
960 ftBig Bus Tours Stop 6, Hilton Hotel
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In keeping with the quality productions presented in years gone by, it is the mission of Post Street Theatre to present a diverse array of high caliber, smaller scale Off-​Broadway and avant-​garde theatrical attractions.

History

Established in 1982.

This beautifully restored theatre first opened in 1982 with the production Tally’s Folly and was home to many hit shows including Steve Martin’s Picasso at the Lapin Agile, Gross Indecency: The Three Trials of Oscar Wilde, Dame Edna: The Royal Tour, and Lily Tomlin in The Search for Intelligent Life in the Universe. In recent years it has played host to productions including the Australian sound effect sensations The Umbilical Brothers in Thwack; Brian Dennehy in Trumbo; the Tony Award– winning musical The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee; Bebe Neuwirth in Here Lies Jenny; Luis Bravo’s critically acclaimed Forever Tango; Frank and Malachy McCourt’s A Couple of Blaguards; Charles Ross’ One Man Star Wars Trilogy; Adam Pascal Live; an award-​winning production of A Little Night Music; Blues in the Night; The Christmas Music of Mannheim Steamroller; and Cybill Shepherd in Curvy Widow.

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20 reviews of Post Street Theatre

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Place rating: 5
Oakland, CA
Gah! I totally miss working in the 510… working out in the ‘burbs makes getting to San Francisco on a weeknight a seriously tough feat. Between my ghetto-​ass (Pentium III) work desktop being slower than Tardy the Turtle
, the moron drivers on the 580 (Seriously? What $#@%ed freeway did you learn how to drive 35 mph on? And, seriously again? I used to own a Honda S2K. Though they may not be Corvettes, I KNOW THOSE #@$%ERS ARE FAST! Step up or get off the freeway you 3rd-​gear-​loving tool!), almost tripping on the split pavement near my apartment, and having to run from the Powell St. BART station all the way to the theatre whilst wearing 4-​inch heels and being careful not to get said four inch heels stuck in cable car tracks, I almost didn’t make it. I almost didn’t care if I didn’t.
But it was so worth it.
«Burn the Floor» is amazing to listen to and is captivating to watch. Even men will like it because the percussionists are amazing and the women are hot and half-​naked (and I feel like a total loser fatty now… ugh…hot mess?). Seriously, just watch the show. The dancers and musicians have mad skills and the costumes are awesome. Most of the dancers are from foreign countries… but one pair is from San Francisco.
Now my feet and knees hurt because I almost missed the show. :(
Place rating: 5
San Francisco, CA
This theatre is gorrrrrrrgeous! It’s in a hotel, and has a very old school, lavish vibe to it. I came here to see Forever Tango last year and recently Burn The Floor. We sat on the balcony for Forever Tango, which was a bit far but not too far since it’s a very intimate venue. It was nice though because we were able to see the intricate detail of the ceiling — amazing! We had orchestra seats for Burn The Floor, which was an EXCELLENT show by the way (a must see!).
I’d definitely love to see more shows here.
Place rating: 4
Seattle, WA
Not a bad seat in the house! We sat over on the right side in the very back, and I had a great view of all the dancers on stage.
Post Street Theater is a perfect example of old San Francisco style, with ornately carved ceilings and ancient iron chandeliers.
Here’s the weird thing though… one of the 2’x2’ wooden panels at the bottom of the wall behind our back row seats was removed and pushed to the side. Beyond the wall, I could see the dark shapes of music stands and endless spooky cobwebs. I discovered the passageway at intermission, and spent the rest of the show waiting for the Phantom of the Opera to pop out and haul me into the shadows of his underground lair of emotional torment. I literally looked furtively over my shoulder at least a dozen times during the second half of the show.
My husband thinks I’m crazy, but I know he’s in there.
Place rating: 5
Oakland, CA
The Post Street Theatre is a wonderful historic theatre located on the second floor of the Kensington Park Hotel. Though some people will dislike the small size of the place, all the seats do offer an intimate and up-​close venue for viewing performances. And once inside the theatre, the ushers were very friendly and even walked us to our seats.
As many people have pointed out, the women’s restrooms are upstairs from the theatre which means either climbing stairs or waiting for the elevators.
Overall, a great theatre to see a production!
Place rating: 5
Manhattan, NY
intimate atmosphere. every seat in the house is a good seat. even balcony seats would give you a great view and not too far away!
nice hostesses, showing you your seats if you are unfamiliar with the theatre.
cute and small bar outside of the theatre waiting for you thirsty people to buy something at intermission! great detailed golden architecture ceilings and balcony. clean and comfortable seats.
women’s bathroom is upstairs! men’s bathroom is on the same floor as the theatre. so a disadvantage there for being a woman in addition to the super long lines there was.
warnings for when the show is about to start from staff members to light dimming!
Valet parking is available from the hotel!
Place rating: 5
Daly City, CA
I just find this place so quaint. I’ve seen Forever Tango here three times and any seat is the best seat in the house, so my advice, don’t spend a fortune, since all seats are pretty good.
Place rating: 5
Santa Monica, CA
On Saturday I was invited to see a show at the Post Street Theatre, and in unusual fashion, Karl and I were about an hour early.
After having drinks at the Gold Dust Lounge, we head over and
OMG IS THAT A STORMTROOPER???
OMG THERE’S ANOTHER ONE!
AND A JAWA!
THIS IS SO AWESOME!!!
Yes, my friends. I am coming out of the closet… from the closet of the MILLENNIUM FALCON.
I’m a huge Star Wars fan. Seriously. My nickname in middle school was «Princess Leia», because for our school’s play I wore a medival headpiece that looked just like Leia’s hairstyle. One of my friends painted Princess Leia on the wall of my bedroom. I’m a HUGE geek.
Here Karl and I saw Charles Ross’ One Man Star Wars Show, the trilogy in one hour. Let me just say, yes, it is worth every penny and every second. The man is a bonefide genius. It makes me wonder, why is it that geeks are always thought of to never have had girlfriends? Personally, I would marry this man. We would have a Star Wars wedding, him as Hans Solo and I as Princess Leia, and his best man as Luke Skywalker.
We had 5th row seats, where I could lovingly stare at my future husband display his obsessive love of all things Star Wars.
Exposition, exposition, exposition… blahblahblahblahblahblah!**
**intended for true Star Wars fans only.
***Please don’t de-​fan me. This is NOT a choice! I was BORN THIS WAY!
Place rating: 4
Stockton, CA
Nice little theater. I saw Spelling Bee and Jersey Boys (LOVED LOVED LOVED IT!) here and enjoyed it very much. I prefer more intimate spaces like this. I like to buy M&Ms and wine during intermission…
Place rating: 3
San Francisco, CA
This discrete venue needs a haunted adventure. It feels like one of those theaters where you can expect the ghosts to come out from behind you… the bartenders may put poison in your top shelf… or WORSE, they won’t take your plastic… cash only.
Anyway, it’s an intimate venue, if they have a GOOD show, it would be a blast!
Place rating: 2
San Francisco, CA
I’ve come here to watch «Blues In the Night» and «Curvy Widow». Both were good shows that could have been great experiences were it not for the venue (although, admittedly, I found the appeal of «Curvy Widow» to be solely with Cybill Shepherd; the material itself probably wouldn’t be so interesting with another actor).
The seats are uncomfortable. The lobby is drafty, cavernous, and uninviting. The bar is tended by the most charming gentleman, but the snack selection is sparse and the presentation is not very welcoming, save for said bartender. The mens bathroom is ancient. I don’t mind having to go through a hotel to get here, but the actual premises of the show could use a serious revamp.
If San Francisco wants to rival (or, at the very least, parallel) the theatre culture of a certain East Coast counterpart, then it has got to start with providing better venues that we don’t have to go to, ahem, Berkeley for. I love how we unabashedly support upgrading and maintaining our libraries. Let’s do the same for the theatres.
Place rating: 4
New York, NY
I’ve seen Spelling Bee here several times and one Jersey Boys/​Avenue Q benefit, and I really like this theatre. Nice and cozy but big enough where you don’t feel cramped. I’ve only sat in the orchestra section, but I can say the seats are quite comfortable and not too creaky.
I DON’T like that the bathrooms sometimes close so soon after the show that you’d have to run to Borders to go if you’re on your way to BART.
The box office staff tends to be a kick, too. Or at least they were when Spelling Bee was here. (Spring/​Summer 2006.)
Place rating: 4
Davis, CA
Things not explicitly intended for tall people:
pants
shoes
hell, 99% of all clothing sold in stores
beds
tables at fancy restaurants
most small cute cars (VW Bug and Honda Civic, I’m looking at you)
old timey houses with low ceilings and short door frames
dreams of one day becoming a world famous horse jockey
midget porn*
theater seats**
*Determinant upon personal preference.
**Except for, of course, the Post Street Theatre. Spacious enough that my family (including my 6’6 «little» brother) didn’t feel cramped. It didn’t even matter that we were watching the craptacular cheesefest that is Mannheim Steamroller, I was just happy to not have to practice my human pretzel maneuver.
Place rating: 4
Oakland, CA
The Post Street Theater is a gorgeous old historical theater that presents diverse high quality Off-​Broadway and avant-​garde productions. I absolutely love this space.
Some of the shows they present are pretty commercial and can be artistically dull. But they also bring in some great Off-​Broadway hits that you might only get to see produced well in New York. Because they present and don’t develop material, it’s easy to find out all the buzz about the show their presenting.
So do some research at
and go check it out!
Place rating: 4
East Bay, CA
This is a neat little theatre tucked away in Union Square. We had to go through a hotel in order to get in. The seats are good. It’s tiny and intimate. I went to see Buddy: The Story of Buddy Holly here and really enjoyed every minute of it. Highly recommended especially if you want to get up close and personal with the performers on stage.
Place rating: 4
San Francisco, CA
Great, fully restored little theatre. It even has a full bar. But enough about the theatre. Notice I spell it «theatre.» There are three reasons for this. One, I’m pompous. Two, I’m half English (although that is likely redundant given #1). Three, that’s how it’s spelled.
I came here to see the One Man Star Wars Trilogy, which was some of the funniest shit I’d ever seen. Until you’ve seen a grown man impersonate an Imperial walker that gets taken down by rebel X-​wings, you haven’t lived. His Ewok impression was less impressive. But his taking Luke to task for being the whiniest character in film history was priceless. Unfortunately his show is over in SF but he said he’d been performing in LA in May. I strongly encourage you to check it out.
Place rating: 5
Oakland, CA
What a great little theater. Historic, fully restored, exquisite little details, swank comfort, big enough so that it feels like a real production theater, yet small enough to still feel very quaint and personal. There’s not a bad seat in this little house. I love all the ornate ceiling woodwork. A real gem among San Francisco’s superb collection of theaters.
Place rating: 5
San Francisco, CA
Classy, old theater situated on the second floor of a hotel. Not a bad seat in the house, and just the right size for a musical or play. Great acoustics as many of the cast members didn’t even have to use a microphone as their voices carried throughout the theatre
Place rating: 5
Lafayette, CA
Too charming for words.
From the architecture to the size, everything about it is just perfect. Bar for drinks and snacks. Small capacity seating allows the audience to feel like part of the show.
Place rating: 5
San Francisco, CA
A delightful small theater.
If you’re not dining at Farallon before the show, consider sushi at Sakana, just a couple blocks down on Post. Our meal there satiated us before heading here to take in «The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee». Getting a table for four, about an hour and a half before the show was easy peasy.
Place rating: 5
San Francisco, CA
What a wonderful theater, tucked away in a hotel on the second floor, it’s immediate and intimate. I’ve seen a few productions here, and the acoustics are pretty good, and it’s pretty hard to find a bad seat in the house.
The lobby epitomizes that perfect gathering for a pre and intermission drink. This theater is an SF classic.