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    Beach Blanket Babylon

    1,905 Reviews
    #6 of 96 Concerts & Shows in San Francisco
    Concerts & Shows, Performances
    Closed today: Closed
    678 Beach Blanket Babylon Boulevard, Club Fugazi, San Francisco, CA 94133-3878
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    “A Must See”

    If you can fit this in I would highly recommend it, it's pure fun from start to finish. If you like... read more

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    PlumberGreg
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    Lodi, California
    “Must see”

    You haven't really been to San Francisco until you go to Beach Blanket Babylon. It's a fantastic... read more

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    790R51790
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    Manchester, United Kingdom
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    • Excellent78%
    • Very good17%
    • Average3%
    • Poor1%
    • Terrible1%
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    “current events”(163 reviews)
    “pop culture”(65 reviews)
    “political satire”(49 reviews)
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    "Beach Blanket Babylon," San Francisco’s hilarious pop culture musical revue, is the perfect night out with friends. Celebrating more than 16,000 performances and seen by more than six million people from around the world, this internationally...more
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    678 Beach Blanket Babylon Boulevard, Club Fugazi, San Francisco, CA 94133-3878
    North Beach / Telegraph Hill
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    Reviewed 1 week ago
    A Must See

    If you can fit this in I would highly recommend it, it's pure fun from start to finish. If you like puns and funnies about current affairs you will have a great time and the costumes are beautiful!

    Date of experience: December 2018
    Thank PlumberGreg
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Must see

    You haven't really been to San Francisco until you go to Beach Blanket Babylon. It's a fantastic satirical musical review full of celebrity and political characters. The singing and music is exceptional. Look for cheaper tickets on discount ticket sits. It's a fairly smaller venue...More

    Date of experience: November 2018
    Thank 790R51790
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Hysterical and Fun

    This has been around forever and still hysterical. It is just a great night out and fun entertainment. Remember it is mostly first come first serve for seating so make sure you show up early. Just remember what city you are in and that will...More

    Date of experience: November 2018
    Thank jgold10529
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Funny, nostalgic routines and current humor

    We've heard about this show for years and finally decided to get tickets and go. We stayed in a hotel about 3 blocks from the theater (SW) so we wouldn't have far to walk after the show. It's funny and fast-paced. The costumes are great,...More

    Date of experience: November 2018
    Thank USAwalkers
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    Great Night Out

    I recently visited San Francisco as a solo traveler so was looking for something to do in an evening, I stumbled over BBB and am so pleased I did. The show is a riot although some of the political jokes I didn’t get (I’m from...More

    Date of experience: November 2018
    Thank steve w
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Where I bring my out of town guests

    BBB is a Bay Area gem. When I have guest from out of town visiting I always take them here for a night out, They must be up to date or at least know the basics on pop culture, satire politics and enjoy musicals. It's...More

    Date of experience: December 2017
    1  Thank ceramicsgrl
    Reviewed November 8, 2018
    Only in San Francisco!

    We had an absolute ball at Beach Blanket Babylon - only in San Francisco! The theatre was not too big (I think every seat would be a good seat) and the front of house staff were just lovely. The show itself was just fabulous -...More

    Date of experience: November 2018
    1  Thank pddownunder
    Reviewed October 21, 2018
    Lots of laughs, cheap seats are just fine!

    I was expecting more political humor than pop culture, but it definitely fell more on the pop culture side. Regardless, it was a hoot and I laughed a lot while being very impressed with the talented cast. The cheap seats are perfectly fine, I can't...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
    1  Thank Jamie K
    Reviewed October 9, 2018
    Great Show

    What an amazing show. Hard to describe but part satire, part musical and wow, the girls especially can really sing. I haven’t laughed so much in ages,it was hilarious, The costumes, particularly the hats are unbelievable. Although you purchase tickets in a particular area there...More

    Date of experience: September 2018
    2  Thank LincolnshireAbbie
    Reviewed October 7, 2018 via mobile
    Yes It’s Good But

    Wanted to go here for ages and on my third visit to SF from the U.K. I managed to get tickets Now this is not a cheap show with each ticket costing $135 add a bottle of wine and you’re at $300 for the night...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
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    OceanspringsH20girl
    August 6, 2018|
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    Response from 111familyman111 | Reviewed this property |
    Since, you received your answer of where to stay in san fran... "anywhere" . I am going to help by giving you pointers... If you are going to San Fran just to see this show "BBB" you will be gravely disappointed. This is a... More
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    April 29, 2018|
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    Response from Stuart A | Reviewed this property |
    Hi, We purchased from Australia, as recommended, as when you get there, there is a queue to get in, and a separate queue to buy tickets! It is quite small inside, so if more than two of you, then definetly book ahead. It... More
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    Laura S
    March 11, 2018|
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    Response from Stuart A | Reviewed this property |
    Yes, there are cheaper seats. We sat downstairs, about 20 feet from the stage, close enough! It's a small venue. In the front section, where the seats are like a cocktail lounge, with small, tables.
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    Cozi
    Iowa
    Beach Blanket Babylon or Teatro ZinZanni? (4 Replies)
    Heading to SF in April and we would like to see a fun and entertaining show. Both of these look interesting but would like an opinion on which is the better show to choose. Has anyone seen both of them or can give me an idea which is the better of the two? Would appreciate any help.
    February 24, 2005|
    Response frommini|
    If you're into a "comedy" show that's non-stop, Beach Blanket Babylon is definitely the show to go to ....Its San Francisco to the hilt; and the hats they wear are amazing! If however, you're into a total experience.....dinner out, fun show (but similar to ones you will find elsewhere in the country) Teatro ZinZanni is better. You did not mention how many days you are in SF....If you are here only 1 or 2 days recommend Teatro ZinZanni as the location allows you to see other things right...More
    sapphire15
    Morristown, New Jersey
    Beach Blanket Babylon (6 Replies)
    I have seen a reference to this in several postings. Could someone enlighten me as to what this is? Street Entertainment? Formal show? Cost and location? Something a 25 year old and fiance on first visit to SF would enjoy? Thanks.
    December 01, 2007|
    Response fromricardoBA|
    Have a look at the website www.beachblanketbabylon.com. This will answer all your questions. You would enjoy it. It's reallly fun!!
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    Beach Blanket Babylon (3 Replies)
    Appropriate for teens (13 year old boys)?
    February 16, 2005|
    Response fromLocrian_47|
    Check the San Francisco Forum: tripadvisor.com/ShowTopic-g60713-i30-k45837-… There was a post about BBB that had quite a few answers. The last answer is relevant to your question.
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