Resisting Temptations: 'Ain't Too Proud' Begs for Nostalgic Indulgence
Resisting Temptations: 'Ain't Too Proud' Begs for Nostalgic Indulgence

Born at Berkeley Repertory and now playing at the Golden Gate Theatre as part of a post-Broadway national tour, "Ain't Too Proud" is not so much a musical as a deliciously slick nightclub act regularly interrupted by readings from a reference book.

by Jim Gladstone | Nov 15, 2022

Review: 'Blood-Red Ox' Features Superb Performances, Senseless Script
Review: 'Blood-Red Ox' Features Superb Performances, Senseless Script

Rodrigo Bellott's 'Blood-Red Ox' is a strange film. It features extraordinary performances from a superb cast, but the script makes little sense.

by David-Elijah Nahmod | Nov 16, 2022

Arab Film Festival's Diverse LGBTQ Stories
Arab Film Festival's Diverse LGBTQ Stories

The 26th edition of the Arab Film Festival will run November 11-20 in-person at the Castro Theatre, Roxie Theater, and Oakland's New Parkway Theater, and online.

by Brian Bromberger | Nov 19, 2022

Bernice Bing: Asian Art Museum's showcase of the rediscovered artist
Bernice Bing: Asian Art Museum's showcase of the rediscovered artist

The powerful exhibition of work by San Francisco artist Bernice Bing recently opened at the Asian Art Museum, with its run extended through June. There's ample reason for the revival of interest in Bing's work and life.

by Robert Brokl | Nov 15, 2022

Review: Dr. Patricia Grayhall's 'Making the Rounds'
Review: Dr. Patricia Grayhall's 'Making the Rounds'

Beginning with her earliest memories of trying to fit in, 'Making the Rounds: Defying Norms In Love & Medicine' is an interesting memoir and Grayhall's first book.

by Laura Moreno | Nov 8, 2022

'Breaking Myths' - Brazilian Political Documentary's Queer Edge
'Breaking Myths' - Brazilian Political Documentary's Queer Edge

Queer filmmaker Fernando Grostein Andrade's new film "Breaking Myths: the Fragile and Catastrophic Masculinity of Jair Bolsonaro" is a deep dive into the topic of what politics in Brazil has become since Jair Bolsonaro came to power.

by Laura Moreno | Nov 9, 2022

'My Policeman' - Drab Historical Film's Forbidden Affair
'My Policeman' - Drab Historical Film's Forbidden Affair

The first word that comes to mind when we recall watching "My Policeman," the British drama, now available on Amazon Prime Video, is dreary. And by dreary we are referring not only to its execution, but the context that forms the film.

by Brian Bromberger | Nov 8, 2022

SF Trans Film Festival's 25th
SF Trans Film Festival's 25th

It's been 25 years since the San Francisco Transgender Film Festival first came into being. Over the years the festival has grown to become one of the most respected and best-known events in the trans community.

by David-Elijah Nahmod | Nov 8, 2022

'The Lost Art of Dreaming' - Sean Dorsey Dance at Z Space
'The Lost Art of Dreaming' - Sean Dorsey Dance at Z Space

Sean Dorsey Dance will commence their 18th season when their new concert, "The Lost Art of Dreaming" premieres at Z Space for a three-day run. The show is the culmination of Dorsey's 20-year commitment to giving trans and queer dancers a platform.

by David-Elijah Nahmod | Nov 8, 2022

Classical Music's Culture Alley & Underworlds
Classical Music's Culture Alley & Underworlds

The San Francisco War Memorial and Performing Arts Center or "culture alley" on Van Ness Ave., is ablaze with activity this month. The Opera House, Davies Symphony Hall, and Herbst Theatre are presenting festive and diverse musical events.

by Philip Campbell | Nov 8, 2022


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