Dance

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SFCV Editors - December 22, 2024

Here are the concerts, solo recitals, and opera productions that stood out in a busy year, according to SFCV’s reviewers.

Janos Gereben - December 17, 2024

At the San Francisco Symphony, Opera, and Ballet, negotiations continue, with some positive developments to report.

Victoria Looseleaf - December 3, 2024

Empowered by a recent $1 million grant, the Los Angeles-based troupe is performing three new works at The Wallis.

Aimée Ts'ao - December 3, 2024

Choreographer Yang Liping has incorporated Tibetan Buddhism into her version of the ballet, coming to Stanford Live this week.

Janos Gereben - November 27, 2024

The company’s dancers and stage managers may take action to pressure management just when Nutcracker performances are slated to begin.

Victoria Looseleaf - November 12, 2024

The choreographer’s company will be responding to both space and sound in an “exploratory opera” by experimental musician Julia Edith Rigby.

Aimée Ts'ao - November 4, 2024

The trendsetting choreographer has dreamed up a world premiere that features the Young Women’s Choral Projects of San Francisco.

Aimée Ts'ao - October 29, 2024

Using the paintings of Jacob Lawrence as inspiration, the company explores broader themes of exodus and cultural exchange.

Aimée Ts'ao - October 21, 2024

Poet and activist Marc Bamuthi Joseph is reimagining Saint-Saëns’ suite with the help of dancers Wendy Whelan and Francesca Harper.

Janos Gereben - October 15, 2024

The company screens a new film about the history of the site-specific festival to honor outgoing Artistic Director Kim Epifano.