Events
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Performance Artist Mary Armentrout Presents “grappling with/haunted by what america+utopia might =”
The Milk Bar
The debut of grappling with/haunted by what america+utopia might = will sit somewhere between a gathering and a performance and sees the return of Armentrout’s performative alter-ego known to many simply as “the lady in the black dress” in a dreamy timelapse world that blends the 2d with the 3d in order to grapple with history and […]
Luna Dance & Creativity Professional Learning Workshops
Luna Dance & Creativity
Half-day and multi-week workshops for Dance Teaching Artists and Classroom Teachers centered on creativity, child development, the elements of dance, culturally-responsive teaching, neurocellular patterning, accessibility, equity, and student agency. Topics include: Dance & TK, K-5 Dance Standards (infusing the state & national standards with life!), Dance & Literacy, Love, Move, Play™, Dance & Math, and […]
Site-Specific Performance Making Workshop
MovingGround
Learn tools and skills for creating site-specific performance work (for all disciplines). Discover the opportunities of site-responsive design in nature, working with the environment, sounds, light, and sites. Inspired by movement composition and theater making techniques like Moment Work, Viewpoints and movement technologies like Contact Improvisation. MovingGround collaborators Maxine Flasher-Duzgunes, Ramlah Yavar, and Sophia Grimani […]
Tango Technique Workshop with Jesica
Motion Arts Center
Have you always dreamed of dancing Argentine Tango? Whether you’re just beginning your tango journey or already dancing and eager to elevate your skills, this workshop is for you. Jesica will guide you through transformative body exercises designed to improve posture, balance, and strength—the foundation of an elegant, confident tango. From there, you’ll refine your technique on […]
SANTUARIO (sanctuary)
Festival of Latin American Contemporary Choreographers
FLACC 2025: SANTUARIO offers refuge, ceremony, after-party and a deep practice of welcoming-- honoring all that we hold dear. Join us for an immersive journey through dedicated sanctuary spaces led by artists, culture bearers, and activists from our beloved Bay Area community. We invite you to participate in a community event bringing forward our soft […]
Performance Artist Mary Armentrout Presents “grappling with/haunted by what america+utopia might =”
The Milk Bar
The debut of grappling with/haunted by what america+utopia might = will sit somewhere between a gathering and a performance and sees the return of Armentrout’s performative alter-ego known to many simply as “the lady in the black dress” in a dreamy timelapse world that blends the 2d with the 3d in order to grapple with history and […]
“Three Quartets” at the Other Minds Festival, with music by James Tenney
Nancy Karp + Dancers
Nancy Karp + Dancers premieres "Three Quartets" October 18th at the Other Minds Festival 29! A panoply of composers will assemble for the 29th Other Minds Festival in San Francisco, an international annual showcase for composers held at the Brava Theater Thursday–Sunday, October 16–19, 2025. Nancy Karp + Dancers performs "Three Quartets" Saturday night only, October 18th, with a Panel Discussion at 7pm, and […]
Ja’LUUM & Ajé//Alí
Natalya Janay Shoaf
Ja'LUUM and Ajé//Alí are Natalya Janay Shoaf's newest works. Ja'LUUM set on her Youth Company and is built on themes of sisterhood derived from personal narrative and shared experience. Ja'LUUM is built in tandem to Ajé//Alí a solo choreographed and performed by Natalya Janay Shoaf navigating themes of personal evolution, finding comfort in her power, and navigating the tides of […]
Body Percussion Workshop
Body Percussion Academy
Join The Body Percussion Academy for a dynamic workshop led by Antwan Davis! Using rhythm, movement, and voice, we’ll explore the power of body music to ground, connect, and energize. Learn rhythmic tools for stress relief, creative expression, and community building. No experience needed—just bring your body and your energy. All ages and levels welcome. […]
Intro to Balinese dance: Tari Pendet
Gamelan Sekar Jaya
This class will be led by GSJ 2025 Guest Dance Artist, Ayu Sukmawati. Students will be introduced to the foundational movements of classical Balinese dance, with a focus on Pendet, a beautiful Balinese welcome dance in female style. While historically performed by females, this dance can be learned and performed by anyone, making the class […]
Salsa By The Sea
Salsa Vida
Salsa by the Sea is a fun outdoor salsa event where dancers of all levels come together to enjoy music, sunshine, and ocean views. Join us for an afternoon of Latin rhythms, social dancing, and free salsa lessons — no partner or experience required!
Reggaetón Performance Workshop (Intermediate level dance)
Rae Studios
This workshop will explore how the three movement influences behind reggaetón - dancehall, salsa, and hip hop - came together to build this dance form. Participants will learn a fun 'mashup' routine that showcases each of these influences. The 1st half of the workshop will be dedicated to building choreography; the 2nd half will focus […]
Spoken Word Sundayz – FL[O/A]W
Infinte Artistry
An immersive session of poetry, music and dance. You can sign up to perform or vend here - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf7FJAtHD3h9xQ_hlxgvhX4h7vJc86HtFuAisVYcG4opQ51aw/viewform Tickets available here - https://wehealdifferent.com/products/p/sunday-spoken-word
LE’ALE’A — Naughty Nā Lei Hulu Hula Show
Na Lei Hulu I Ka Wekiu
From Kaka'ako to cabaret, join us for a raucous evening of unshackled merriment at the Naughty Nā Lei Hulu Show—a bawdy, titillating performance celebrating our 40th anniversary. Warning — LE'ALE'A is not for the faint of hula heart. It is an adult-themed show, so be prepared for some blue humor, spicy dancing and various indelicacies. […]
MOSES IN MOTION | Open Creative Technique Class
Robert Moses’ Kin
In this open, traditional, and explorative class, dancers of intermediate to advanced levels will immerse themselves in the full spectrum of Moses’ challenging, energetic decades-long dance technique and teaching. Participants will expand the creative technical process in classes that foster an environment where dancers can experiment with style, phrasing, improvisation, and performance presentation. It’s an […]
Workshop on Comprehension and Context with Solo and Duet Bodies | Building Narrative Through Relationship
Robert Moses’ Kin
This intensive session is designed to deepen dancers’ understanding of narrative and contextual elements within dance. By focusing on solo and duet compositions, participants will explore how movement communicates meaning and how relational dynamics enhance performance. Through Robert Moses’ innovative approach, dancers will investigate associative contextual construction, learning to draw connections between motion, imagery, and […]
Morning Embodiment Practices
The Berkeley Alembic
This is a time to practice attuning with ourselves. We will gently and playfully explore movement and stillness. We will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love. There will be many options provided. We will do a guided, full-bodied warm up, tuning the instruments of our bodies and attention. Drawing on modern/contemporary […]
Free Vogue and Tone class with Bodies of Empowerment!
Bodies of Empowerment
All Levels Vogue and Tone with Sir Joq Wednesday, October 22 from 6:30 to 8:30pm at Joe Goode Annex in SF In this class, Jocquese (Sir JoQ) breaks down the five core elements—hands, spins, catwalk, duck walk, and dips—while weaving in the history and cultural significance of Vogue. Bodies of Empowerment (BOE) is a free […]
Morning Embodiment Practices
The Berkeley Alembic
This is a time to practice attuning with ourselves. We will gently and playfully explore movement and stillness. We will practice making intuitive choices through a lens of self love. There will be many options provided. We will do a guided, full-bodied warm up, tuning the instruments of our bodies and attention. Drawing on modern/contemporary […]
Workshop on Comprehension and Context with Solo and Duet Bodies | Building Narrative Through Relationship
Robert Moses’ Kin
This intensive session is designed to deepen dancers’ understanding of narrative and contextual elements within dance. By focusing on solo and duet compositions, participants will explore how movement communicates meaning and how relational dynamics enhance performance. Through Robert Moses’ innovative approach, dancers will investigate associative contextual construction, learning to draw connections between motion, imagery, and […]
Art of Hustle ® Seminar Series: Voice & Vision
Intersection for the Arts
Are you a Bay Area creative who struggles to explain your vision? You *know* your work is valuable, but it’s a challenge to translate your vision into language that resonates with funders, audiences, and stakeholders. Art of Hustle Seminar Series: Voice and Vision, led by Anthem Salgado, will help you communicate your creative practice into […]
Concept o4 presents PRELUDE
Concept 04
PRELUDE is a work-in-progress showing of PIT, a new aerial and contemporary dance work by Natasha Adorlee. Within the imagined arena of a bullring, dancers test the limits of strength and vulnerability, moving between the air and ground in cycles of dominance, resistance, and release. Performed by William Brewton Fowler Jr., Jenelle Gaerlan, Kelsey McFalls, Ryan Smith, […]
SFDFF 2025 | Tiler Peck: Suspending Time
Dance Film SF
A world premiere documentary, Tiler Peck: Suspending Time offers a raw and deeply personal look at one of ballet’s most celebrated artists as she faces a career crossroads. Following a series of life-altering events — a major injury, a pandemic, a personal loss — New York City Ballet prima ballerina Tiler Peck is forced to reckon […]
Improvisational Dance Class: An Eco-somatic Experience with Serena
Serena Pickett
Discover the Wisdom of Your Body in Relationship with Nature? Curious about somatic practices and how they might transform your relationship with your body and the natural world? This class will be a gentle approach to movement, removing the illusion of separateness from nature, drawing inspiration from mama Earth. Serena will guide you through different […]
Improvisational Dance Class: An Eco-somatic Experience with Serena
Serena Pickett
Discover the Wisdom of Your Body in Relationship with Nature? Curious about somatic practices and how they might transform your relationship with your body and the natural world? This class will be a gentle approach to movement, removing the illusion of separateness from nature, drawing inspiration from mama Earth. Serena will guide you through different […]
