Z Space is a producer of adventurous new works.

Z Space is a vital home for the Bay Area arts ecosystem and serves as a catalyst for a variety of creative visions.

Z Space is the home of Word for Word Performing Arts Company.

Z Space brings the love of theater and literature to Bay Area youth and families.

Z Space is a unique and extraordinary performance space located in the heart of the Mission District.

Coming Up at Z Space:

Z Space provides artists a place to develop and present innovative performance pieces, in a variety of different genres from many diverse voices. We value bravery and the right of artists to express themselves freely. To that end, the opinions and beliefs expressed by artists in our venue do not necessarily reflect those of Z Space, nor of our staff.

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From our friends at SFBATCO, we are pleased to recommend CUCKOO EDIBLE MAGIC! CUCKOO EDIBLE MAGIC Premiering February 13 - March 5, 2025 at Magic Theatre Landmark Building D, Fort Mason Center, 2 Marina Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94123 When best frie
Please join us for our first installment of our Off The Page series this 2025 featuring author Lysley Tenorio! ONE NIGHT ONLY, Monday, February 24, 7pm at Z Below! “Help,” set in 1966, is a darkly hilarious story about a nephew aiding h
Join us in Z Below on Monday, February 10 for a free screening of SCREAMING QUEENS: THE RIOT AT COMPTON'S CAFETERIA directed by Victor Silverman and Susan Stryker. We know many of you, like us, are heartbroken and scared which is why we feel such a s
With Word for WordPLAY, we hope to offer a space where the power of play, self-expression, and imagination takes center stage—inviting families to connect, laugh, and explore together through the magic of literature and theater. Join us for ou
Ring in the new year singing the night away with Z Space! Join us for Karaoke in Z Space’s spacious lobby—the perfect chance to cut loose and belt out your favorite tunes while enjoying a few drinks with your friends. Whether you like t
As 2024 comes to a close, Z Space and Word for Word want to thank everyone for a wonderful year filled with artistic risk, collaboration, and community đź’— We are grateful for everyone who walked through our doors to see a show, perform on stage, dona