Jeanne Powell
Jeanne is a published poet and essayist. She holds degrees from Wayne State University and the University of San Francisco. Jeanne has taught in the CS, UB and OLLI programs at universities in the City. Her books in print include MY OWN SILENCE and WORD DANCING from Taurean Horn Press.
In Review: Le Perez performs at Society Cabaret, Hotel Rex
Society Cabaret musical presentations at the Hotel Rex have been called “the essential San Francisco experience,” with quality performers in an acclaimed venue featuring...
‘The Comedian’ Film Review: De Niro leads all-star cast with convincing performance
Director Taylor Hackford has been creating critically acclaimed films for decades, and The Comedian is no exception. Starring Robert De Niro, Edie Falco, Patti LuPone...
Sweet Honey in the Rock takes us all to a better, higher place (Review)
Celebrating the Holydays.
Must-See Theater: ‘A Christmas Carol’ at A.C.T. (Review)
Of all the Christmas pageants performed in the Bay Area during the holiday season, A.C.T.’s annual offering of A Christmas Carol has evolved into...
‘Luzia’ a mind-bending dream from Cirque du Soleil (Review)
Cirque du Soleil’s latest mind-bending creation is Luzia – A Waking Dream of Mexico, currently being performed in the Grand Chapiteau tent behind AT&T...
‘The Eagle Huntress’ a captivating, radiant documentary about perseverance
What would it be like if your daughter or younger sister – or you – could reach for the stars with parental support? There...
‘The Lion King’ a night to remember in San Francisco
Disney's iconic musical continues to entertain.
‘Loving’ a forgotten but vitally important part of American history (Film Review)
Loving is director Jeff Nichols’ most acclaimed film yet and the one most likely to win Academy awards. It has been featured in film...
‘The Natives are Restless’ a stirring visit to Hawai’ian culture
Nā Lei Hulu I Ka Wēkiu showcases the latest developments in hula dance and Hawai’ian political activism.
Common at the Masonic: A Fundraiser for Black Girls Code (Review)
Kimberly Bryant, who founded Black Girls Code (BGC) in 2011, has a vision – to increase the number of women of color in the...