San Francisco Opera General Director Matthew Shilvock and master puppeteer Basil Twist transported special dinner guests into the enchanting world of “The Monkey King” on September 17 at Hayes Valley’s new restaurant…
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The San Francisco Symphony launched its 2025-26 season in spectacular fashion on September 12, as superstar pianist Yuja Wang delivered a virtuosic performance of Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1 under guest conductor…
San Francisco Opera raised the curtain on its 103rd season with “Opera Ball: Palazzo” on September 5, transforming City Hall into an operatic wonderland for the opera’s most prestigious annual fundraiser. General…
In a word: weather! Here’s a sunny preview of autumn highlights from San Francisco and the Bay Area’s wonderful cultural offerings including film, art, opera, symphony, and more. This season brings arts…
San Francisco Opera and the San Francisco Opera Guild raised a toast to the upcoming 104th season on August 20 with an exclusive cocktail party at the Grand Penthouse of 181 Fremont.…
In a word: weather! Here’s a sunny preview of our famed cultural trio: San Francisco’s opera, ballet, and symphony season bring arts and entertainment into the spotlight. Once again, Haute Living San…
Frameline, the 49th San Francisco International LGBTQ+ Film Festival, concluded its remarkable 11-day run on June 28, having presented nearly 150 films from 40 countries and sold out an impressive 50 screenings. Frameline49…
On June 22, during Frameline49’s Film Festival, attendees screened “Lesbian Space Princess” at The Roxie Theater. The 49th San Francisco International LGBTQ+ Film Festival returns to the area to showcase nearly 150…
Iconic San Francisco writer, Michelle Tea, returned to the Mission on Sunday, June 22, to celebrate the 25th anniversary of her seminal book, Valencia, with a special screening of the film adaptation of…
Officially summer’s coldest city in the continental USA, “Fougust” brings San Francisco’s famous air conditioning powered by Mother Nature. While jackets are the best idea for Golden Gate Park and the eucalyptus…
Once again, Haute Living, San Francisco is proud to be a Media Sponsor of Festival Napa Valley, now in its 19th year. This landmark event is just one of the many things…
The Palace Theater transformed into a sophisticated speakeasy for ArtSmart’s Summer Speakeasy Soirée, where prohibition-era pizzazz met contemporary musical excellence. International soprano Nicole Car captivated the audience with her moving interpretations of…
The San Francisco Ballet Auxiliary gathered at the Taj Campton Place on June 4 for their Annual Luncheon, celebrating a remarkably successful year that saw fundraising goals exceeded for the Opening Night…
The Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA) held its 2025 fundraising benefit on May 10, and used the occasion to pay tribute to Cheryl Dunye and Trevor Paglen, two singular…
On May 10 San Francisco Ballet School welcomed guests to its annual Spring Festival fundraising dinner and special performance by SF Ballet students. Partygoers were greeted at the War Memorial Opera House…
On May 17 Alonzo King LINES Ballet welcomed a crowd of its guests and supporters to Yerba Buena Center for the Arts for its annual spring fundraising gala. San Francisco Mayor Daniel…
Berkeley Rep hosted their annual Ovation Gala on March 29th at the Ritz-Carlton San Francisco, this year honoring the artistic contributions of acclaimed playwright, actor and singer-songwriter Eisa Davis. The 2025 fundraiser…
This year, the Walnut Creek-based California Symphony hosted its annual benefit gala at Berkeley’s iconic Claremont Hotel on April 5. Titled Viva Las Symphony!, the swank soiree hosted by Donato Cabrera, Artistic…
On April 3, Community Music Center hosted its annual spring gala, inspired by the theme of Golden Hour. The music education organization’s supporters gathered at the Ritz-Carlton for an unforgettable night of…
What’s on in June? Baseball, ballet, and La Bohème. Napa Valley Barrel Auction and the Neil Diamond musical. The North Beach Festival, SF Jazz Festival, and SF Pride Celebration & Parade. SFMOMA,…