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This Trans Day of Visibility, Z Space is thrilled to announce our upcoming in-house production of P. Carlâs Becoming A Man, running May 28 - June 14 on the Steindler Stage. â
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From acclaimed memoirist P. Carl, Becoming A Man, is a play about one manâs gender transition amid a pivotal political moment in America. For 50 years, P. Carl lived as a girl and then a queer woman, building a career and a loving marriage while waiting to realize himself in full. When he decides to affirm his gender, his transition puts everythingâfamily, career, friendshipsâat stake.â
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At a time when trans and gender diverse communities are under attack, Z Space is proud to serve as a hub for connection that places their stories front and center. We hope you will join us for this powerful, liberating, and joyful production.â
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Tickets are on sale now, we canât wait to see you at the theater!â
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đď¸Tickets via the link in our bio â
đ May 28 - June 14â
đZ Spaceâs Steindler Stageâ
Z Spaceâs intrepid production team got trapped in our freight elevator this week during load in for our co-production of Pilgrimage with @goldenthreadplays . While everyone eventually got out alive, our team took the opportunity to hold our calendar meeting, and also highlight the upcoming feasibility study Z Space is conducting for future improvements to our building.
You can have a say in what changes are made to this historic building by filling out our community survey! We would love to hear your feedback on your experience of Z Space, including the Steindler Stage, Z Below, and all of the supporting aspects of these locations. It is our intent to begin to prepare Z Space for the future, keeping it vibrant, flexible, welcoming, and ready for new generations of creative possibilities.
Fill out the survey via the link in our bio!
Killing My Lobsterâ May presentation of Sketch on Speed is almost sold out, so snag your tickets now!â
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Over the course of 12 hours, KML writers and actors will produce an entire showâpotentially blending sketch comedy, improv, crowd work, or maybe even pranks on the performers?â
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â Sketch on Speed is presented as part of KMLâs 2026 residency at Z Space.â
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đď¸Tickets via link in bioâ
đ Saturday, May 16 at 9pmâ
đZ Belowâ
Z Space is incredibly proud to bring P. Carlâs Becoming a Man to San Francisco for its West Coast Premiere.
For 50 years, P. Carl lived as a girl and then a queer woman, building a career and a loving marriage while waiting to realize himself in full. When he decides to affirm his gender, his transition puts everythingâfamily, career, friendshipsâat stake.â
Join us for this powerful story of becoming and belonging, happening only at Z Space.
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đď¸Tickets via the link in our bio â
đ May 28 - June 14â
đZ Spaceâs Steindler Stageâ
After Z Spaceâs Gender Reveal Party this Saturday, head downstairs to Z Below to catch Killing My Lobsterâs latest iteration of Sketch on Speed!â
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Over the course of 12 hours, KML writers and actors will produce an entire showâpotentially blending sketch comedy, improv, crowd work, or maybe even pranks on the performers?â
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â Sketch on Speed is presented as part of KMLâs 2026 residency at Z Space.â
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đď¸Tickets via link in bioâ
đ Saturday, May 16 at 9pmâ
đZ Belowâ
We are thrilled to announce Word for Wordâs next full production Absolutely Science Fiction!â
Stories By Ray Bradbury & Kurt Vonnegut, which runs June 24 - July 19 in Z Below.â
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This timely and provocative production, will present Ray Bradburyâs prophetic short story âThe Veldtâ and Kurt Vonnegutâs wildly irreverent âThe Big Space F*ckâ in Word for Wordâs iconic style. The show, directed by Delia MacDougall, unveils two visions of tomorrow where convenience turns catastrophic. â
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Together, these razor-sharp classics explore technology, parenting, entitlement, and the terrifying comfort of convenience.â
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đď¸Tickets via the link in our bio â
đ June 24 - July 19â
đ Z Belowâ
Z Space is thrilled to invite you to our Gender Reveal Party celebrating the launch of our Trans Artists Initiative on Saturday, May 16 from 7â9 pm in the Z Space Lobby.â
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This free event will feature a moderated discussion and performances by trans and gender nonconforming artists, including Honey Mahogany, Susan Stryker, Ty Defoe, and more. Swipe through to see our featured panelists and performers.â
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The Z Space Trans Artists Initiative will provide support for trans artists and audiences through transformative, radical work that pushes boundaries, challenges norms, and allows for meaningful ways to negotiate our differences as a society. â
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Join us for our afterparty at @elriosf after the program concludes!â
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đď¸RSVP for Freeâ
đ Saturday, May 16 ¡ 7-9pm â
đZ Space Lobby
Becoming a Man is a poignant and honest story that poses the question: âWhen we change, can the people we love come with us?ââ
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For 50 years, P. Carl lived as a girl and then a queer woman, building a career and a loving marriage while waiting to realize himself in full. When he decides to affirm his gender, his transition puts everythingâfamily, career, friendshipsâat stake.â
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đď¸Tickets via the link in our bio â
đ May 28 - June 14â
đZ Spaceâs Steindler Stageâ
Becoming a Man director Lyam B. Gabel shares what drew him to P. Carl's memoir, and what excites him about directing the stage adaptation of the book at Z Space.â
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For 50 years, P. Carl lived as a girl and then a queer woman, building a career and a loving marriage while waiting to realize himself in full. When he decides to affirm his gender, his transition puts everythingâfamily, career, friendshipsâat stake.â
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đď¸Tickets via the link in our bio â
đ May 28 - June 14â
đZ Spaceâs Steindler Stageâ
In celebration of the upcoming @auntiephocomedy Comedy Hour, come sing your favorite songs for the revolution at a very special dueling pianos Karaoke Nightz @ Z!â
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Pianos shall be dueled by Phil Wong & Ben Visini.â
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All skill levels are welcome in our judgement free zone! â
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Happy Hour is from 7pm â 8pm! â
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đď¸Free RSVPâ via the link in our bioâ
đ Monday, May 11 7-10pmâ
đZ Space Lobbyâ
Dive into P. Carlâs journey through gender transition amid a pivotal political moment in America.â
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Rehearsals for Becoming a Man are happening now at Z Space. You won't want to miss the West Coast premiere of this timely and powerful play, fully produced in-house at Z Space. â
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Join us for this moving production about the joy and challenge of finding oneself against all odds.â
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đď¸Tickets via the link in our bio â
đ May 28 - June 14â
đZ Spaceâs Steindler Stageâ
Karaoke Nightz @ Z returns on Monday, May 11th. Join us every second Monday of the month in the Z Space Lobby â
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Karaoke night is the perfect chance to cut loose and belt out your favorite tunes while enjoying a few drinks with your friends. Whether you like torch songs or bangers, whether you are country or rock nâ roll, whether you are an operatic star or punk rock screamer, this is your chance to shine. All skill levels are welcome in our judgement free zone!â
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Keep your eyes on this space for a special announcement about our next Karaoke Night host and theme!â
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đď¸Free RSVPâ
đ Monday, May 11 7-10pmâ
đZ Space Lobbyâ