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'Passengers' at A.C.T. - the circus train pulls into town

October 3, 2022 | by Jim Gladstone

Montreal-based nouveau cirque troupe 7 Fingers' acrobatic spectacular, "Passengers," is now chugging into its final weekend at A.C.T.'s newly rechristened Toni Rembe Theatre.

Besties arts: curtain up, sound check, arts opening

by Jim Gladstone
Sep 28, 2022

It's time to get back out there and enjoy the communal experience of the arts in person. There is plenty in the pipeline from our readers' local favorites in both the visual and performing arts.

Miami City Ballet brings Balanchine's 'Jewels' - an interview with dancer Luiz Silva

by Philip Mayard
Sep 13, 2022

Luiz Silva's meteoric journey from his first dance class to the ranks of the esteemed Miami City Ballet in only five years is astonishing. He'll perform with the company in George Balanchine's classic work.

Moving new works: Fall Arts dances from Bay Area and visiting companies

by Philip Mayard
Aug 30, 2022

There's no doubt that live performances are back, and our resilient Bay Area dance community, and visiting ensembles, have emerged with a dazzling line-up of plans for the fall.

News Briefs: B.A.R.'s Besties voting is now underway

by Cynthia Laird
Aug 9, 2022

Voting is open for the Bay Area Reporter's readers' poll known as the Besties.

Sketch 12: showcase of new choreographers

by Philip Mayard
Jul 5, 2022

Choreographic luminary Amy Seiwert brings the twelfth iteration of her annual 'Sketch' collaborative series to Fort Mason's Cowell Theater July 15 & 16, with world premieres by Natasha Adorlee and New Mexico-based choreographer Joshua L. Peugh.

Woman launches queer arts festival in San Diego

by Heather Cassell
Jun 15, 2022

San Diego will see an inaugural queer arts festival this month. A queer San Francisco Bay Area native is the visionary behind the event.

'Baloney' - gay burlesque show's revealing documentary

by Cornelius Washington
Jun 7, 2022

Combining social commentary with saucy sexy strip sketches, SF Baloney, seen mostly locally at Oasis, has received the documentary treatment from auteur Joshua Guerci, who directed, shot and edited the 75-minute film, now viewable online.

Fresh Meat Festival's online

by Jim Provenzano
Jun 6, 2022

The most inclusive showcase of trans, queer, disabled and gender-nonconforming artists is this year online June 16-19, with five programs of recorded performances in music, dance, performance and other genres. Also, it's free!

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns: out dancer Vernard J. Gilmore celebrates 25 years with the iconic company

by Philip Mayard
Mar 22, 2022

Having danced with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for an astounding 25 years, dancer Vernard J. Gilmore's love and passion for the company, and in particular the classic work "Revelations," is still radiant.

Zaccho Dance Theatre: finding a 'state of grace'

by Jim Gladstone
Feb 8, 2022

Zaccho Dance Theatre's long-delayed site-specific performance installation brings an aerial, ethereal new breath to the spiritual haven of Grace Cathedral.

San Francisco Ballet's two dramatic mixed bills, through Feb. 13

by Paul Parish
Feb 8, 2022

San Francisco Ballet is back in the Opera House, looking strong, with two very different yet captivating programs of premieres and repertory works by choreographers Helgi Tomasson, Cathy Marston, William Forsythe, George Balanchine and Jerome Robbins.

Going Out, Homing's In, Jan. 28-Feb.4, 2022

by Jim Provenzano
Jan 27, 2022

The ins & outs and ups & downs of scheduling changes for arts and nightlife events are certainly keeping us on our toes, but we'll try to keep up with happenings around the Bay Area this week. If you're making plans, call ahead or check venues' websites.

Making a pointe: Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo returns to Zellerbach Hall

by Philip Mayard
Jan 25, 2022

Dancer Joshua Thake's life journey has brought him from rural Massachusetts to some of the world's most revered stages as a member of Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo, the celebrated all-male drag ballet troupe.

Lady Camden: former Smuin Ballet dancer on 'RuPaul's Drag Race'

by Philip Mayard
Jan 18, 2022

When Lady Camden sashayed into the spotlight for the first time on RuPaul's Drag Race in the Season 14 premiere, proudly proclaiming, "Hello, you sexy bitches!," drag aficionados got to meet one of Northern California's most uniquely talented queens.

Arts & Culture :: Dance

'Passengers' at A.C.T. - the circus train pulls into town

Besties arts: curtain up, sound check, arts opening

Miami City Ballet brings Balanchine's 'Jewels' - an interview with dancer Luiz Silva

Moving new works: Fall Arts dances from Bay Area and visiting companies

News Briefs: B.A.R.'s Besties voting is now underway

Sketch 12: showcase of new choreographers

Woman launches queer arts festival in San Diego

'Baloney' - gay burlesque show's revealing documentary

Fresh Meat Festival's online

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns: out dancer Vernard J. Gilmore celebrates 25 years with the iconic company

Zaccho Dance Theatre: finding a 'state of grace'

San Francisco Ballet's two dramatic mixed bills, through Feb. 13

Going Out, Homing's In, Jan. 28-Feb.4, 2022

Making a pointe: Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo returns to Zellerbach Hall

Lady Camden: former Smuin Ballet dancer on 'RuPaul's Drag Race'

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