First Look: ‘Luzia’ a waking dream in Mexico (Video)
In Spanish Luzia means light (“luz”) rain (“lluvia”). If you’re Cirque du Soleil, it means intricate, poetic, acrobatic art. In this “waking dream” light quenches…
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San Francisco Michelin Stars: Quince earns third star, Adega gets San Jose’s first
San Francisco is now tied with New York for the most Michelin three-star restaurants (six).
What’s Happening: Pentatonix world tour lands in San Jose (Video)
Mark your calendars. Pentatonix (PTX) arrives in San Jose on Monday, October 17. The SAP Center will be the place to be as the talented…
Gael García Bernal, thriller ‘Neruda’ win over fans at Mill Valley Film Festival
Gael García Bernal once again charmed the house. The Mexican actor was in town to attend the opening of his latest film, Neruda, at the…
Amy Adams on sci-fi vs. motherhood at perfect ‘ARRIVAL’ in Mill Valley
Stark Insider is a media sponsor of Mill Valley Film Festival (MVFF) 39. Don’t miss a thing. Get your iPad, iPhone, Roku, Apple TV, Chromecast,…
Stark Insider Hit List: Sonoma Wine Country Weekend
Sonoma Wine Country Weekend is almost here. And that can only mean one thing: it’s time to whip out a wine glass (or two), head…
Cavalia Odysseo tour arrives in San Jose (Video)
It’s the “largest touring production on earth.” And it opens in just a few weeks in San Jose. Look for the White Big Top (Highway…
San Francisco General Hospital Foundation announces ‘Hearts in San Francisco’ artists (#HeartsInSF)
One of the city’s most beloved traditions continues. San Francisco General Hospital Foundation today announced it has selected artists for its upcoming “Hearts in San…
Napa News: Culinary Institute of America expands, takes over Copia Center
Expansion is in the air for the famed Culinary Institute of America. The Napa Valley Register is reporting that the other CIA has received the…
‘Phantom’ kicks off Broadway San Jose season
Great news Bay Area! Andrew Lloyd Webber’s eternal classic The Phantom of the Opera will kick off Broadway San Jose’s 2016-17 season. Look for the…