Follow ballet and the Bay Area’s many independent dance companies here. Preview Collaborations Are Key for Joe Goode Performance Group Aimée Ts'ao - October 8, 2024 The troupe can draw on the contributions of longtime company dancers for its biannual festival of new and recent work. Review Julia Bullock Sings of Loss and New Love in Harawi Lisa Hirsch - September 30, 2024 American Modern Opera Company’s production transforms Olivier Messiaen’s song cycle into an intimate drama. Preview In Cal Performances’ Season Opener, Expect Tragedy and Transcendence Tom Jacobs - September 25, 2024 Soprano Julia Bullock and American Modern Opera Company stage a new production of Olivier Messiaen’s gut-wrenching song cycle Harawi. Music News Branislav Henselmann Named Executive Director of SF Ballet Victoria Looseleaf - September 24, 2024 The veteran arts administrator joins Tamara Rojo at the helm of the storied company. Preview Smuin Contemporary Ballet’s New Chapter Leans Into the Company’s Roots Aimée Ts'ao - September 4, 2024 A familiar face, Amy Seiwert, takes the reins as artistic director. Preview Michelle Dorrance Explores the Music of Tap Dance Victoria Looseleaf - September 4, 2024 At The Ford in L.A., Dorrance Dance shows off its “sophisticated hybrid of dance and music.” Review The Just and the Blind: A Poignant Take on Black Masculine Identity Lev Mamuya - August 6, 2024 Composer Daniel Bernard Roumain and spoken-word artist Marc Bamuthi Joseph join forces for a powerful music-theater piece. Preview In The Motherboard Suite, the Music of Saul Williams Meets the Dance World of Bill T. Jones Victoria Looseleaf - August 5, 2024 Jones is directing this highly collaborative production that combines the work of seven choreographers, landing at The Ford later this week. Preview ODC Theater Presents a Daring Dance Festival Aimée Ts'ao - July 29, 2024 Every summer, State of Play brings together established and up-and-coming choreographers, and this year’s lineup is as diverse as ever. Feature An Arts Festival on the Mayan Riviera as Irresistible as the Destination Victoria Looseleaf - July 16, 2024 Tireless conductor Alondra de la Parra has dreamed up the Festival Paax GNP, and it’s splendid. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 … Next › Next page Last » Last page