‘A Thousand Splendid Suns’ breaks hearts in spite of its flaws
Khaled Hosseini’s novel A Thousand Splendid Suns tells the story of two Afghani women, Laila and Mariam. Both end up married to the abusive Rasheed…
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Bay Area events, film festivals, art shows, and local happenings. Weekly updates on what’s going on in San Francisco and Silicon Valley.
What’s Happening: ‘LUZIA’ by Cirque du Soleil arrives in San Jose
Good news for those who enjoy the performing arts in Silicon Valley and, in particular, Cirque du Soleil! San Jose. Congratulations. It’s now your turn.…
A powerful ‘Fun Home’, and a new theatrical home for San Francisco
Fun Home doesn’t need my praise. The show, by Jeanine Tesori (music) and Lisa Kron (lyrics and book) won rave reviews and the 2015 Best…
Stark Insider Wanderlust: 3 Days in Sonoma (Video)
All she wanted to do was explore wine country. And then he showed up, with a camera, wig, and a storyboard.
What’s Happening: San Francisco Symphony holiday line-up
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. And that means the San Francisco Symphony has once again rolled out its holiday concert season. See…
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…
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…
‘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…