Events
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Rhythm & Gestures: An All Levels Drop-In Bharatanatyam Class (San Francisco)
Nadhi Thekkek/Nava Dance Theatre
We begin with a warm up, fundamental adavus or foundational steps, learn a routine to popular music, and also do some abhinaya work rooted in gesture and improvisational storytelling. While some Indian dance experience would help, you do NOT need to be familiar with Indian forms to attend!
Fringe Festival 2025
Michael Schweikardt
San Francisco State University School of Theatre & Dance will present Fringe Festival 2025, a new works festival of original short plays written by students as part of the San Francisco State University School of Theatre & Dance Spring 2025 season. Fringe Festival 2025 will be presented on May 8th, May 9th, and May 10th, […]
Artist talk with Choreographer Mark Morris
Cal Performances
Hear Mark Morris, recognized by The New York Times as “the most successful and influential choreographer alive,” in conversation with Jeremy Geffen, the executive and artistic director of Cal Performances discussing Morris’ career, artistic process, love of music, and his vision to pay tribute to Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band through his work for […]
Fringe Festival 2025
Michael Schweikardt
San Francisco State University School of Theatre & Dance will present Fringe Festival 2025, a new works festival of original short plays written by students as part of the San Francisco State University School of Theatre & Dance Spring 2025 season. Fringe Festival 2025 will be presented on May 8th, May 9th, and May 10th, […]
CALLED
Dance Generators
CALLED is a dance performance that takes place at St Ignatius Church, featuring the Dance Generators, an intergenerational dance company housed at the University of San Francisco's Performing Arts & Social Justice Department. The cast uses abstraction, metaphor, and symbol to animate spirituality in familiar spaces in new ways. The work ritualizes and reimagines new […]
2025 Spring Repertoire
Contra Costa Ballet Centre
Contra Costa Ballet presents a tribute to its directors, Richard Cammack and Zola Dishong, celebrating 38 years of excellence and quality ballet training. The program will start with the ballet classic, "Les Sylphides", choreographed in 1907 (as Chopiniana). Also on the program are "Mes Enfants", choreographed by Charles Anderson, "Reverie", choreographed by Richard Cammack, and […]
Pepperland
Cal Performances
Mark Morris Dance Group presents its romp through the Beatles’ groundbreaking concept album, Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band. Bursting with energy and creativity, neon costumes, and ensemble numbers, the playful and often poignant production features a score of Beatles arrangements plus originals by longtime Morris musical collaborator Ethan Iverson for an ensemble of voice, […]
Vishwa Shanthi presents SAMAVAYA – ATMA (Spiritual Body)
Vishwa Shanthi Dance Academy
Samavāya - The 4-Body Connection in Bharathanatyam. Brahmachari Sohamji, from Chinmayamission, can reach young minds with his story-filled talks. Art originates from the divine, reflecting beauty, creativity, and inspiration. In this session, we will explore how art can become a path to transcendence and a means to attain the Divine. Get your tickets NOW!
Afro Bolivian Dance in San Francisco Carnaval
BCA Dance Company
Join us in celebration of the African Diaspora in Bolivia through Afro Bolivian styles for the San Francisco Carnaval! We are seeking dancers that are able to rehearse in on of our two locations or both. Union City on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month (1800 H St, Union City, CA 94587) and […]
Vishwa Shanthi presents SAMAVAYA – ATMA (Spiritual Body)
Vishwa Shanthi Dance Academy
Samavāya - The 4-Body Connection in Bharathanatyam. Brahmachari Sohamji, from Chinmayamission, can reach young minds with his story-filled talks. Art originates from the divine, reflecting beauty, creativity, and inspiration. In this session, we will explore how art can become a path to transcendence and a means to attain the Divine. Get your tickets NOW!
Ātma – From Art to the Artist with Brahmachari Soham Chaitanya in Samavāya – The 4-Body Connection
Vishwa Shanthi Dance Academy
Art is a sacred bridge between the creator and the divine. Join us for Ātma – From Art to the Artist with Brahmachari Soham Chaitanya in Samavāya – The 4-Body Connection in Bharatanatyam, where we explore how art transcends the self, becoming a bridge to the sacred. Through movement, music, and wisdom, discover the deeper […]
The Practice
Performing Arts Workshop
The Practice is a series of free movement classes led by Black artists based in the Bay Area. Open to all, these classes prioritize creating a welcoming and inclusive space for BIPOC folks to explore movement and self-expression. Each session offers a chance to experience the unique movement practices of these artists. Participants will be guided […]
Fringe Festival 2025
Michael Schweikardt
San Francisco State University School of Theatre & Dance will present Fringe Festival 2025, a new works festival of original short plays written by students as part of the San Francisco State University School of Theatre & Dance Spring 2025 season. Fringe Festival 2025 will be presented on May 8th, May 9th, and May 10th, […]
Sha Sha Higby Dance in Sculptural Costume – Sha Sha Higby with Keith Evans “Feathered Fox”
sfiaf
Using mobiles, puppets, micro-puppetry,and magic spears, Sha Sha Higby's metaphoric multi-layered masks and costume dance through the symbolic plight of our skies and forests, and eventually our own demise. Fish fly up to catch the remains of dying souls. The fox finally appears gathering the souls as a bouquet and flies them to home to […]
K-Pop Workshop with Chloe!
Motion Arts Center
Are you ready to unleash your inner K-Pop star? Join us for our K-Pop Dance Workshop with Chloe at the Motion Arts Center! We’ll be learning the choreography to the electrifying track, “DOPE” by BTS! We’ll break it down step-by-step, ensuring everyone can keep up and have a blast! Get ready to learn the full routine during […]
Dance & Art Experience
MovingGround
MovingGround returns to the Djerassi Program for an afternoon of creativity, movement, and artistic exploration. Join MovingGround through the picturesque trails, infusing the natural surroundings with interactive performance and thoughtful inspiration. The event concludes at the Artist House with food and beverages. MG will bring past work at the Djerassi Program together with our current […]
2025 Spring Repertoire
Contra Costa Ballet Centre
Contra Costa Ballet presents a tribute to its directors, Richard Cammack and Zola Dishong, celebrating 38 years of excellence and quality ballet training. The program will start with the ballet classic, "Les Sylphides", choreographed in 1907 (as Chopiniana). Also on the program are "Mes Enfants", choreographed by Charles Anderson, "Reverie", choreographed by Richard Cammack, and […]
Fringe Festival 2025
Michael Schweikardt
San Francisco State University School of Theatre & Dance will present Fringe Festival 2025, a new works festival of original short plays written by students as part of the San Francisco State University School of Theatre & Dance Spring 2025 season. Fringe Festival 2025 will be presented on May 8th, May 9th, and May 10th, […]
Outdoor Rhythm & Motion: Fusion
Rhythm and Motion Dance Program
Rhythm & Motion invites you to join us for dance classes at Noe Valley Town Square in the heart of SF's Noe Valley neighborhood. For over 40 years, Rhythm & Motion has provided the joy, intensity and skill of dance to the public in welcoming atmospheres through its classes, events and community-minded programming. We are […]
Indian Dance about Modern Motherhood
Drasti Mody
Paheli: The Riddle of Motherhood is a powerful, emotional dance production that explores the personal journey of motherhood. Blending classical and contemporary Indian dance, this 60-minute performance invites all audiences into a story of identity and transformation. A Q&A with choreographer Drasti Mody follows each show. Join us for a meaningful Mother’s Day weekend at […]
CALLED
Dance Generators
CALLED is a dance performance that takes place at St Ignatius Church, featuring the Dance Generators, an intergenerational dance company housed at the University of San Francisco's Performing Arts & Social Justice Department. The cast uses abstraction, metaphor, and symbol to animate spirituality in familiar spaces in new ways. The work ritualizes and reimagines new […]
Calculated Movements: Dances for Democracy and Against Injustice
MoveSpeakSpin
Dance works by Karl Schaffer and MoveSpeakSpin dealing with issues roiling the American political landscape: battles over DEI, imprisonment of those who dissent, destruction of the environment, and war in Palestine and Israel. Special guest performance of Uniform Convergence, written and performed by Corrine Yap. Juxtaposing the stories of two women trying to find their […]
Pepperland
Cal Performances
Mark Morris Dance Group presents its romp through the Beatles’ groundbreaking concept album, Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band. Bursting with energy and creativity, neon costumes, and ensemble numbers, the playful and often poignant production features a score of Beatles arrangements plus originals by longtime Morris musical collaborator Ethan Iverson for an ensemble of voice, […]
Spring Workshop Series For Youth and Adults
Duniya Dance and Drum Company
Join us for our special 4-class workshop series that fosters appreciation for diverse arts and traditions while creating a space for creative expression and cultural learning. Workshop Details April 13, April 20 | Bhangra & Bollywood Dance with Joti April 27, May 11 | West African Drumming with Bongo Cost: $80 for all 4 classes […]
Sha Sha Higby Dance in Sculptural Costume – Sha Sha Higby with Keith Evans “Feathered Fox”
sfiaf
Using mobiles, puppets, micro-puppetry,and magic spears, Sha Sha Higby's metaphoric multi-layered masks and costume dance through the symbolic plight of our skies and forests, and eventually our own demise. Fish fly up to catch the remains of dying souls. The fox finally appears gathering the souls as a bouquet and flies them to home to […]
