Bay Area theater preview: 5 shows in 4 nights
It’s a year-end barn burner with theater, symphony, and live performances across the San Francisco Bay Area! Starting tonight, 5 shows in 4 nights for…
Culture
Explore San Francisco and Bay Area culture through theater reviews, film, contemporary art, and creative events. Featuring original artwork by Loni Stark, film reviews by Jeanne Powell, and insights by ATCA member Clinton Stark.
Bay Area Theater and Arts Guide Update: Welcome San Francisco Symphony
This morning we’re pleased to welcome the San Francisco Symphony to the SSC Bay Area Theater and Arts Guide. Eugene Lee, CEO of Socialtext in…
An Opera House in the middle of nowhere?
I recently received a note from Sandy Scheller regarding Amargosa Opera House. Ever since I watched the documentary on this magical opera house in the…
Cinequest film: ‘Batad’ a heart-warming story of honor, loyalty and tradition
We’ve been working our way through the catalog of Cinequest DVD releases leading up to the 20th anniversary for the festival in February 2010. And one…
Winnetka: Javier Dunn strums rhythmic songs of sunny days
November was a cold and crazy travel month for me…period. I was reminded many times while in flight with screaming kids strategically placed around me,…
Financially savvy Christmas gift advice
With the holidays in full swing as consumers try to push 2009 into the distant past and retailers make a concerted effort to get the…
Sunday espresso: A profound Tiger, Cinequest 20, the ultimate leading economic indicator
For some crazy reason I thought things around here might slow down, every so slightly, with the holiday season in full swing. Instead, our calendar…
On Location: Costume Crazy for Aurelia’s Oratorio at Berkeley Rep
Loni dons the costume, but can she play the part at the opening of Aurelia’s Oratorio at Berkeley Rep?
Theater review: ‘Aurelia’s Oratorio’ at Berkeley Rep dazzles with quirky charm
Now I know what a French earthquake would look like at the Roda Theatre in Berkeley. Last night when the majestic red drapes start swaying…