Spanning two pivotal eras of social and political change in Japan, Japanese Prints in Transition traces the artistic development of 18th-century ukiyo-e (or “floating world pictures”) to … Read more
The Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco recently announced the acquisition of Portrait of Bianca degli Utili Maselli and Her Children–a rare and significant family portrait … Read more
This spring, San Francisco Playhouse will stage Tennessee Williams’ seminal masterpiece The Glass Menagerie, directed by in-demand Bay Area theatre artist Jeffrey Lo. In this captivating and visceral memory play, Tom … Read more
“Water under the bridge,” is generally regarded as an expression of forgiveness, tinged with mild regret. What’s done is done, and let’s move on. But … Read more
The Presidio Theatre presents American soprano and director Patricia Racette in Patricia Sings Piaf Friday and Saturday, April 19 and 20 at 7:30 pm. An iconic artist of our … Read more
Now through April 20th, San Francisco Playhouse’s thriller The 39 Steps (that’s the name of an international spy ring) continues to amuse audiences. This is … Read more
San Francisco Ballet (SF Ballet) continues to stage A Midsummer Night’s Dream, George Balanchine’s choreographic take on the classic tale by William Shakespeare, through 23rd. This marks … Read more
San Francisco Symphony Music Director Esa-Pekka Salonen has been announced as a recipient of the 2024 Polar Music Prize; also named was Grammy Award-winning songwriter, … Read more
San Francisco Ballet (SF Ballet) recently announced a historic $60 million gift—the largest single gift ever given to the company, and what SF Ballet believes … Read more
Irving Penn is widely regarded as one of the 20th century’s greatest photographers, renowned for his pared-down aesthetic, exemplary printmaking, and artistic experimentation. A regular … Read more