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Giants Acquire Historic Curran Theatre, Boosting San Francisco Arts

12/19/2025

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The San Francisco Giants acquired the Curran Theatre from Carole Shorenstein Hays, announced December 18, 2025, with operations to continue under BroadwaySF.
Giants' CEO Larry Baer emphasized integrating sports, arts, and culture as central to San Francisco's identity.
Mayor Daniel Lurie called the move a landmark moment, signaling confidence in downtown and the arts' role.
The Curran, founded in 1922, has hosted productions such as Fences and Wicked.

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The San Francisco Giants acquired the Curran Theatre from Carole Shorenstein Hays, announced December 18, 2025, with operations to continue under BroadwaySF.
Giants' CEO Larry Baer emphasized integrating sports, arts, and culture as central to San Francisco's identity.
Mayor Daniel Lurie called the move a landmark moment, signaling confidence in downtown and the arts' role.
The Curran, founded in 1922, has hosted productions such as Fences and Wicked.