Brava Theater

What you need to know

Brava Theater Center is a 300-seat theater on 24th Street in the Mission, founded in 1986 by Ellen Gavin. Brava produces and presents work by women, LGBTQ artists, and artists of color, and rents the space to other companies and community organizations.

What to Expect

Programming is theater-forward with an emphasis on new work. Productions include original plays, solo shows, dance, and community events. Many productions engage social and political themes.

The room has raked seating and sightlines from most rows. The space also hosts film screenings and cultural celebrations connected to the Mission’s Latino and queer communities.

Visiting

Address: 2781 24th Street, Mission District
Capacity: 300 seats
Cost: $15 to $40 depending on the production. Some community events are free.
Tickets: Available through Brava’s website or the producing company

Getting There

24th Street Mission BART is a few blocks west. The 48 Quintara/24th Street bus runs along 24th past the theater. Street parking is limited on 24th but side streets usually have spots in the evening.