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…
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San Francisco Opera Guild brought fashion and philanthropy together in style at this year’s Neiman Marcus The Art of Fashion Runway Show and Luncheon, held on May 28 at their San Francisco store. The…
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…
CURRENT Throughout JuneOracle Park | San Francisco Giants Catch baseball in 16 home games versus Padres, Braves, Guardians, Red Sox, and Marlins. 24 Willie Mays Plaza. mlb.com/giants Through June 8Smuin Contemporary Ballet…
From Healdsburg to Half Moon Bay, springtime graces the San Francisco Bay Area with museum exhibitions, popular festivals, live theater, ballet, contemporary dance, and jazz performances… plus baseball, too. CURRENT Throughout May…
Broadway and Hollywood icon Sheryl Lee Ralph headlined the 2025 San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus (SFGMC) Crescendo benefit on April 5. Ralph, along with the night’s other honoree, performer and TransTech founder…
Opera Parallèle, San Francisco’s renowned contemporary opera company, celebrated its 15th anniversary with a March 27th benefit gala at the City Club of San Francisco. The glamorous evening–which included live music and…
On March 12th, San Francisco Opera Guild hosted an exclusive donor appreciation event, graciously hosted by classical music champion Gordon P. Getty, at his home. The VIP reception and recital was held…
CURRENT Fickle weather is no April Fool’s joke, so grab those layers heading out the door. As any San Franciscan can attest, this is a good month to keep both sunglasses and…
This year marks the 25th anniversary of one of San Francisco’s most beloved society soirees, and the SF Symphony celebrated the occasion in a fittingly lavish style. The Lunar New Year: Year…
On February 4, renowned arts champion Gordon P. Getty was presented with the Cal Performances Award of Distinction at soprano Lise Davidsen’s special recital at Zellerbach Hall in Berkeley. The Award of…
San Francisco Opera Guild held its Annual Luncheon on January 28, in the stunning Golden Gate Room at the Westin St. Francis Hotel. Founded in 1939 as an opera education organization, the…
On January 18 a preview screening of the new film “God is Good” played to a packed house at the beautiful Herbst Theatre. Based on the true story of local entrepreneur and…
Mayor Daniel Lurie, Honorary Gala Chair Ayesha Curry and Paul Pelosi were just a few of the VIPs spotted at SF Ballet’s season-opening soiree on January 22. The evening commenced with an…
On January 8, benefactors and sponsors of the San Francisco Ballet’s Opening Night Gala were recognized for their support at a special pre-party. Graciously hosted at the home of Mark and Brigitta…
Slithering into the Lunar New Year, we greet the Year of the Snake, associated with wisdom, charm, elegance, and transformation. Reflecting these attributes, our Events Calendar overflows with great jazz, theater, dance,…