Lane Sugata Appointed Chief Executive Officer of San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus and The Chan National Queer Arts Center

The San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus (SFGMC) and The Chan National Queer Arts Center have announced the appointment of Lane Sugata as their new Chief Executive Officer. The appointment is…

Ira Sandler, 1015 Folsom founder and San Francisco nightlife veteran, dies aged 73

The San Francisco nightlife community is mourning the loss of Ira Sandler, the revered owner and founder of the seminal nightclub 1015 Folsom, who passed away at the age of…

Francisco Partners Completes Exit from Muse Group Amid Strategic Financial Realignment

The private equity firm Francisco Partners has officially concluded its investment in Muse Group, a prominent Cyprus-based conglomerate with a significant footprint across the music technology and publishing sectors. This…

Richard Strauss’ Elektra Returns to San Francisco Opera in 2026

San Francisco Opera is poised to electrify its audiences with a highly anticipated revival of Richard Strauss’ monumental opera, Elektra, scheduled to run from June 7 to June 27, 2026.…

San Francisco Opera Announces 2026 Summer Season Opening with Rossini’s Seminal Comic Masterpiece, "Il Barbiere di Siviglia"

The San Francisco Opera has unveiled its highly anticipated 2026 Summer Season, marking its grand opening with the effervescent and enduringly popular comic opera, Gioachino Rossini’s Il Barbiere di Siviglia…

La Tragédie de Carmen at San Francisco’s Merola Opera Program

San Francisco’s esteemed Merola Opera Program is poised to present a compelling rendition of La Tragédie de Carmen, a powerfully condensed and stark reimagining of Georges Bizet’s iconic opera, Carmen.…

Lazy Californians: Back To San Francisco

The contemporary jazz landscape continues to be defined by a synthesis of regional traditions and modern innovations, as evidenced by three significant new releases from Cameron Washington, the Ted Rosenthal…

San Francisco Opera Announces Venue Change for Bohème Out of the Box Due to Inclement Weather

The San Francisco Opera has announced a pivotal venue alteration for its highly anticipated "Bohème Out of the Box" performances scheduled for this weekend, April 11 and 12. Citing the…

San Francisco Performances Unveils Highly Anticipated 2026-27 Season Featuring Esteemed Vocal Artists

San Francisco Performances has officially announced its compelling 2026-27 season, a program designed to captivate audiences with a diverse and intellectually stimulating array of artistic offerings. While the full spectrum…