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fromThe Mercury News
1 day ago

Bay Area arts: 10 shows and concerts to catch this weekend

From Opera San Jose's new take on an old classic to a world premiere drawn from an ancient fable to a Contemporary Christian superstar and a festival of silent films in Orinda, there is a lot see and hear in the Bay Area this weekend. Here is a partial rundown. Classical picks: 'Madama Butterfly,' in San Jose; Jeremy Denks in Berkeley Opera, solo piano, or orchestral works; this weekend makes it hard to choose.
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fromsf.funcheap.com
1 month ago

SF's HellaSecret Crazy Funny Asians Friday Night Comedy Showcase (7p + 9p)

All Day History Museum: Free First Fridays (Redwood City) FREE 5:00 pm North Beach First Fridays Art Crawl (SF) FREE 5:00 pm Oakland First Fridays Street Festival FREE 5:00 pm South First Fridays Art Walk (San Jose) FREE 6:00 pm Oakland Art Murmur 2024 (First Fridays Art Walk) FREE 7:00 pm Laugh GPT: SF's First AI-Powered Stand-up Comedy Show (2025) FREE* *Use secret code HUMAN for comp tickets, otherwise, $10 off with secret code FUNCHEAP
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from48 hills
2 months ago

Best of the Bay 2025 Editors' Pick: Wendy Reid and Lulu - 48 hills

Violinist Wendy Reid and African grey parrot vocalist Lulu perform collaborative, improvised outdoor concerts in the Bay Area, supported by a Berkeley civic arts grant.
SF music
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago

Peninsula Dance Fest ready to unleash a global celebration

Peninsula International Dance Festival showcases over 200 artists from 21 companies, highlighting the Bay Area's rich diversity in global dance traditions.
SF music
fromFuncheap
4 months ago

Antimatter, Famous Techno, Sholeh Asgary, Audre

The event features a diverse lineup of sound artists exploring complex themes of existence and perception using varied mediums.
SF LGBT
fromsfist.com
4 months ago

Field Notes: Amy Tan Watches Birds, a Pop Star Emerges in Marin, and a Lost Gay Film is Found

A 1970 queer film is being restored and re-released, highlighting queer history and culture in San Francisco.
Amy Tan's nature journal enriches her writing, reflecting on birds and personal connections to nature.
Vital Arts initiative supports Bay Area artists advocating for community issues post-Ghost Ship fire.
The revitalization of San Jose's Creekside area features a new art corridor and local brewery, enhancing community engagement.
fromFuncheap
4 months ago

"Lyrical Legacy" A Celebration of Lyrical Arts in the Bay Area (2025)

Join us for Lyrical Legacy, a celebration of 10 years of Lyrical Opposition featuring live hip-hop, poetry, and more—a testament to community artistry.
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fromMission Local
4 months ago

Mildred Howard's one-woman 'biennale' at 500 Capp Street

People should know that Mildred is firmly rooted in representing African American life and culture, from the historic to the contemporary, said Cheryl Ward, a San Francisco art collector.
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fromFuncheap
5 months ago
San Francisco

The Saul Sierra Quintet "Caminos" (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2025)

Yerba Buena Gardens Festival celebrates its 25th Anniversary with free performances showcasing Bay Area's artistic diversity and creativity.
fromFuncheap
5 months ago
NYC music

SF's "ChoreoFest" Outdoor Dance Festival: Day One (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2025)

The 2025 Yerba Buena Gardens Festival offers a diverse lineup of free performances commemorating its 25th Anniversary, starting with La Santa Cecilia.
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fromFuncheap
5 months ago
NYC music

Lunchtime Concert w/ Arun Ramamurthy Trio (Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2025)

The 2025 Yerba Buena Gardens Festival features a rich lineup of free cultural events celebrating its 25th anniversary.
Arun Ramamurthy Trio's performance exemplifies the festival's dedication to diverse musical genres and cultural fusion.
fromFuncheap
6 months ago
San Francisco

SF's Yerba Buena Gardens Festival 2025 w/ Madison McFerrin + The Seshen

The 2025 Yerba Buena Gardens Festival offers free outdoor arts events, celebrating its 25th Anniversary from May 10.
SF LGBT
from48 hills
6 months ago

Drama Masks: Aurora Theatre suspends season-after putting on a hell of a show - 48 hills

Aurora Theatre Company's future hangs in the balance as financial struggles amplify the challenges facing the Bay Area arts community.
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