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John-Thomas Hanson

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“DISRUPTION – A Musical Farce” Ignites Politics & Comedy—in CA Parks

“DISRUPTION – A Musical Farce” Ignites Politics & Comedy—in CA Parks

July 5, 2025 John-Thomas Hanson

The Tony Award-winning San Francisco Mime Troupe (SFMT) launches its 66th season with “DISRUPTION – A Musical Farce,” an incisive and timely new work that blends song, satire, and spectacle to ask a critical question: As the U.S. veers toward authoritarianism, will San Francisco stand in resistance—or become Silicon Valley’s newest accessory?

The four-person ensemble and spirited live band guide the audience through a whirlwind of tech-driven “progress,” bureaucratic absurdity, and fiery resistance. The show—FREE to audiences all summer long in parks across the Bay Area—continues SFMT’s legacy of delivering socially conscious theater that makes us laugh, sing, and squirm in all the right ways.

“FALLIN”: A Brilliant, Action-Packed Spy Extravaganza—at The Rhino

“FALLIN”: A Brilliant, Action-Packed Spy Extravaganza—at The Rhino

September 4, 2024 John-Thomas Hanson

John Fisher Does It All with Thrilling Comedy & Queer Politics by John-Thomas Hanson 3…2…1… Action! Hold onto your seats, folks! John Fisher is back with a high-octane, action-packed thrill ride in “FALLIN.” This sequel to the exhilarating “BILLY” is kicking off Theatre Rhinoceros’ 2024-25 season with several explosive bangs! Ever dreamed of being…

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“American Dreams, A New Musical” Tackles Democracy in Parks—SF Mime Troupe

“American Dreams, A New Musical” Tackles Democracy in Parks—SF Mime Troupe

July 8, 2024 John-Thomas Hanson

Michael Gene Sullivan Brings Outrageous Fun to Hot Political Topics by John-Thomas Hanson The Tony award-winning SF Mime Troupe (SFMT) opens its 65th season with “American Dreams – A New Musical.” The show’s plot, rich with futuristic dreams and political satire, offers a comedic, yet critical take on the current political and technological landscape….

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Current Shows

  • “A Case for the Existence of God” Finds Spirit in Surprising Friendship—at NCTC
  • “Liberation” Highlights Struggle for Women’s Equality—at Berkeley Rep
  • “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” Runs Life in Reverse with Heart—at The Public
  • “Every Saturday Night” Recalls My Childhood in the Fillmore—at ACT
  • “The Secret in the Wings” Uncovers Hidden Meanings in Familiar Tales—at Lunatico
  • “The Brothers Size” A Moving Meditation on Brotherly Love—at AASC
  • “Assimilation” Satirizes Dueling American Dreams—at Word for Word
  • “Every Saturday Night” Celebrates Fillmore’s Vibrant Black Legacy—at ACT, The Strand
  • “Death of a Salesman” Masterfully Unmasks American Illusions—at Ross Valley
  • “Good Time Charlie” Portrays Gay Generations with Wit & Charm—at The Public
  • “The Fall Show” Mixes Music, Movement, Magritte into Magic—at Shotgun
  • “Peter Pan Goes Wrong” Shows How Failure Can Win—at SF Playhouse
  • “King Lear” Unmasks Performative Politics—OTP @Z Space
  • VOTE YES on Y–Protect Berkeley’s Arts!
  • “Alfred Hitchcock’s North by Northwest” A Campy Exposé of Global Trickery—at ACT

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