Dancing dual roles: Harrison James returns to San Francisco Ballet

One of San Francisco Ballet's newest principal dancers, Harrison James, may not be familiar to local audiences yet, but he's no stranger to our city. In between SF Ballet work, he also dances with The National Ballet of Canada.

Festive and fabulous: Bay Area holiday performances

When the holiday performing arts season arrives, the Bay Area shines as a beacon for LGBTQ arts and culture, from fierce drag performances to queer choral ensembles, classical concerts to new adaptations of "A Christmas Carol" and "The Nutcracker."

Pilobolus: dance magic - Artistic Director Matt Kent on the company's rebellious legacy

Under the leadership of Artistic Directors Matt Kent and Renée Jaworski since 2011, Pilobolus has flourished as one of America's most unique and engaging cultural institutions. The company performs in Berkeley Nov. 30-Dec. 1.

Footloose: Fall Arts Preview in dance, part 2

Bay Area dance fans can look forward to a packed fall season that continues well into December, including programs inspired by the movement of Guinea, West Africa, Cuba, and Haiti; plus the beloved Trolley Dances and Pilobolus.

Harvest of movement: Fall Arts Preview in dance 2024, part 1

San Francisco's dance scene springs to life this fall with a vibrant array of performances. From intimate black box theaters to outdoor parks, our city's fall dance calendar is brimming with works that range from classical ballet to cutting-edge modern.

Summer performing arts guide: dance, theater, music & more

From theatre stages to picturesque parks and scenic outdoor locales, the Bay Area's cultural landscape blossoms in the summer, whether it's Davies Symphony Hall or an alfresco performance under Stern Grove's eucalyptus canopy.

Dance moves: Amy Seiwert on becoming the new artistic director of Smuin Contemporary Ballet

As Smuin Contemporary Ballet approaches the conclusion of its ambitious 30th anniversary season, Celia Fushille prepares to step down after 17 years as Artistic Director and turn the leadership of Smuin Ballet over to choreographer Amy Seiwert.

Pina Bausch's 'The Rite of Spring' reborn

The riotous premiere of "The Rite of Spring" in 1913 Paris is something of a legend. An iconic interpreter of this seminal music was German choreographer Pina Bausch. Her stunning dance's new production tour includes UC Berkeley's Zellerbach Hall.

Holiday happenings: music, dance and camp fun for your Yule

From classical music and dance, to campy classics featuring your favorite drag performers, there's something on stages across the Bay Area to bring joy and inspiration to your holiday season.

Jeremy Geffen on Cal Performances' vibrant programs

As Executive and Artistic Director at Cal Performances since 2019, Jeremy Geffen brings over two decades of experience to the Bay Area's foremost performing arts presenting organization. He shared his arts background and some enticing upcoming programs.

Fall into autumn dance concerts

This fall you can experience the vibrant pulse of San Francisco through dance performances that showcase a diverse array of styles and cultures, from site-specific contemporary works to traditional staged performances.

Amy Seiwert's Imagery gets lucky with 'Sketch 13'

This month's presentation of company's annual Sketch series will be a poignant celebration of Amy Seiwert's Imagery's rich contributions to the Bay Area dance community.

Summer in The City: music, dance, and theatre around the Bay Area

From unique interpretations of classic plays and musicals, to fusion music concerts and site-specific performances, summer performing arts experiences offer a chance to immerse yourself in the spirit and energy of San Francisco.

Robert Moses Kin: Bootstraps Initiative connects choreography and community

For more than 25 years, Robert Moses has been a powerful force in the Bay Area arts community. In addition to his dance company's March concerts, his dancers and musicians bring the arts to under-served youth communities.

Mark Morris Dance Group's "The Look of Love" - company director & Berkeley native Sam Black returns to his roots

Cal Performances welcomes back Mark Morris Dance Group for the Bay Area premiere of Morris' "The Look of Love: An Evening of Dance to the Music of Burt Bacharach." Company Director and Berkeley native Sam Black discussed his work with Morris.

SF Ballet's 'next @ 90' festival: former Principal Dancer Nicolas Blanc returns as choreographer

In celebration of San Francisco Ballet's 90th anniversary, the company kicks off its spring season this month with the 'next@90 festival,' featuring nine world premiere ballets by nine choreographers from around the world, including Nicolas Blanc.

Holiday happenings: music, dance, and theater make the yuletide gay

From campy drag to chorus boys, classical music to "A Christmas Carol" –not to mention eight different "Nutcrackers" to choose from– if you're gay in Bay, there's something that's sure to bring joy, laughter, and inspiration to your holiday season.

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

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

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.

Sketch 12: showcase of new choreographers

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.

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