'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

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

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

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

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

Boys Interrupted: Nick Malakhow's Stirring Professional Debut

After attending the world-premiere production of "A Picture of Two Boys," now on stage at the New Conservatory Theatre Center, audience members will have much to discuss.

by Jim Gladstone | Nov 1, 2022

Tár: Cate Blanchett's Conductor; Genius or Monster?

"Tár" is an intense and relentless investigation about the fictional orchestral director Lydia Tár (the phenomenal Cate Blanchett) and her downfall. The movie, seemingly centered around music, is really about power.

by Brian Bromberger | Nov 1, 2022

'Diaghilev's Empire' – How the Ballets Russes Rocked the Dance World

In 'Diaghilev's Empire: How the Ballets Russes Enthralled the World,' Rupert Christiansen's absorbing new chronicle of one of history's most influential dance companies documents a gay producer's influence on the early 20th-century arts scene.

by Tim Pfaff | Nov 3, 2022

BARchive: Between the Cities; an LGBTQ History of the Mid-Peninsula

Prior to Stonewall, one of the few ways we discover LGBTQ history is through encounters with the law, along with bar openings and closings, as in San Mateo and northern Santa Clara counties.

by Michael Flanagan | Nov 3, 2022

Going Out, Homing's In, Oct. 27-Nov. 4, 2022

You'll be howling at the moon over our expanded Halloween events listings this weekend, or perhaps growling and purring with less costumed capers in arts events.

by Jim Provenzano | Oct 27, 2022


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