Review: Henry Fry's 'First Time for Everything' a Hilarious Story of Achieving Authenticity
Review: Henry Fry's 'First Time for Everything' a Hilarious Story of Achieving Authenticity

in his debut novel, author Henry Fry discloses how queer folk pretend to be someone else as survival mechanisms and the search for authenticity can lead down some treacherous paths as they find themselves.

by Brian Bromberger | Sep 13, 2022

Alta Sinfonica Launches Mexican Music Remake
Alta Sinfonica Launches Mexican Music Remake

Herbst Theatre will echo with previously unheard sounds on Oct. 1, when Alta Sinfonica debuts, taking to the stage with music that combines traditional Latin music forms with what organizers tantalizingly call "urbano sounds."

by Tim Pfaff | Sep 13, 2022

Review: 'Albatross' is a Haunting Debut Feature
Review: 'Albatross' is a Haunting Debut Feature

Writer/director Myles Yaksich offers up "Albatross," an impressive debut feature, a tale of secrets and repression set in the 1950s.

by David-Elijah Nahmod | Sep 13, 2022

Tony-winner Matt Doyle at Feinstein's: the 'Company' Star Comes Home
Tony-winner Matt Doyle at Feinstein's: the 'Company' Star Comes Home

Former local returns to Feinstein's this weekend as a bonafide Broadway star, shortly after winning a Tony for his role in the acclaimed revival of 'Company.'

by Jim Gladstone | Sep 6, 2022

The Promise of 'Goddess,' Berkeley Rep's Rousing New Musical
The Promise of 'Goddess,' Berkeley Rep's Rousing New Musical

A crowd-pleasing package of infectious music, thrilling choreography, vibrant costumes and charismatic performances, "Goddess," now having its world premiere at Berkeley Repertory Theatre, probably already has all it takes to achieve Broadway success.

by Jim Gladstone | Sep 6, 2022

Get Lit: Fall Arts Books, Part 2
Get Lit: Fall Arts Books, Part 2

The second part of our Fall books roundup will give you an idea of what is coming to bookstores in the next several months. Highlights include a drag star's memoir, a horror film anthology, and a novel set in ACT UP New York's community.

by Jim Piechota | Sep 6, 2022

Paint, Print, Power: Fall Arts Museums & Galleries, Part 2
Paint, Print, Power: Fall Arts Museums & Galleries, Part 2

One article simply was not enough to contain the eclectic cultural riches offered this season in museums and art galleries. So, here goes with a second chapter and a palette of shows in diverse media.

by Sura Wood | Sep 6, 2022

Cinematic Matters: Fall Arts Films, Part 2
Cinematic Matters: Fall Arts Films, Part 2

Fall films offer a variety of LGBT themes and queer-adjacent stories. As this continued list of fall offerings reveals, there are many queer artists behind the camera, even if on camera portrayals are still a mixed bag.

by Brian Bromberger | Sep 6, 2022

Unlocked Legacy: Jim Van Buskirk Reveals Family History
Unlocked Legacy: Jim Van Buskirk Reveals Family History

Author, historian and librarian Jim Van Buskirk presents the unique story of his grandmother's forgotten singing career at the Jewish Community Center.

by Patrick Hoctel | Aug 30, 2022

Talk About ...Pop Music: Fall Arts Concerts
Talk About ...Pop Music: Fall Arts Concerts

From legacy acts to newcomers, there's an unusually queer season of pop ahead at major Bay Area concert venues. Brace yourselves for a glitter tsunami.

by Jim Gladstone | Sep 3, 2022


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