SF Ballet’s Nutcracker is a dazzling tradition that’s thankfully not going away
As the first U.S. city to perform The Nutcracker in 1944, San Francisco holds a unique connection to the ballet....
BalletA collection of 22 posts
From fairytales to madness: SF Symphony’s bold new performance
A journey from Maurice Ravel’s enchanting ballet to Schoenberg’s dark opera — this weekend inspired in San Francisco....
‘Mere Mortals’ changed how I see and experience ballet
Part nightclub show, part contortion act. The provocative spectacle by San Francisco Ballet puts both feet firmly in the modern era....
‘Dos Mujeres’ is a triumphant celebration of Latin culture at SF Ballet
This wasn’t just a dance by a ballet company. It was a triumphant celebration of a culture that’s been underrepresented....
‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ dazzles and delights with SF Ballet
With a mix of classical ballet and modern storytelling, this performance brings to life the mischievous antics of fairies, lovers, and actors in a dazzling display of artistry....
I just saw Swan Lake for the first time — now I have questions
San Francisco Ballet’s stunning performance of this Tchaikovsky classic got me thinking about why the prince fell for a swan in the first place....
San Francisco Ballet Gala 2024: Glamorous, exuberant, and gay
The very sparkly City Hall hosted several luminaries on January 24, including the returning Nancy and Paul Pelosi, and a hard-to-miss Lady Camden....
“Nite Out” with SF Ballet brings together modern dance, cocktails, and the queer community
San Francisco Ballet drew a sold-out crowd Friday to its “Nite Out” festivities, which combined a Q&A with...
San Francisco Ballet’s 2023 Gala: Yes Cinderella, you shall go to the ball
San Francisco is a discordant city with picturesque views, pastel homes and tourist destinations that somehow also floods the eyes...
A Pandemic Show: Ballet in the Middle of a San Francisco Street
The dancers are from Smuin Contemporary Ballet Company...