Follow ballet and the Bay Area’s many independent dance companies here. Music News Next Season, Cal Performances Stands Strong in Presenting Big and Inclusive Programs Janos Gereben - April 15, 2025 The organization has unveiled its 2025–2026 schedule, which features no shortage of ambitious productions and world-class artists. Review At SF Ballet, Death and Passion Collide in Mesmerizing Double Bill “Broken Love” Steven Winn - April 10, 2025 SFB reprises two hits from last season: Annabelle Lopez Ochoa’s Broken Wings and Frederick Ashton’s Marguerite and Armand. Preview Sidra Bell Prepares a Premiere With Purpose for ODC’s “Dance Downtown” Aimée Ts'ao - April 8, 2025 The acclaimed choreographer’s new work, Areas of Relief, finds inspiration in the singular music of jazz guitarist Mary Halvorson. Review SF Ballet Captures Hans van Manen’s Many Moods Steven Winn - April 8, 2025 In four very different works, the company unfolds the choreographic intricacies of the “Dutch Grandmaster.” Preview Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater: More Vibrant Than Ever Aimée Ts'ao - April 1, 2025 On its West Coast tour, the company presents several premieres and also celebrates the legacy of one of its greatest stars, Judith Jamison. Artist Spotlight Christopher Wheeldon Loves Telling a Good Story Victoria Looseleaf - March 25, 2025 Famous for his award-winning Broadway shows, the leading choreographer has also helped make the story ballet cool again. Review Frankenstein Is Resurrected at SF Ballet Steven Winn - March 24, 2025 Mary Shelley’s classic story is duly retold in choreography by Liam Scarlett and music by Lowell Liebermann. Preview Dance Cultures Collide as Rubberband Tours the U.S. Aimée Ts'ao - March 18, 2025 The Canadian troupe is set to give its San Francisco debut, sharing its signature mix of hip-hop, classical, and contemporary. Feature Robert Moses’ KIN Celebrates 30 Years of Groundbreaking Dance Aimée Ts'ao - March 11, 2025 The Bay Area company is staying true to its spirit of collaboration by commissioning new works for its anniversary. Review SF Ballet Stuns With Lavish Raymonda Steven Winn - March 4, 2025 An overabundance of character dances doesn’t dampen the show’s overall effect. Pagination 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 … Next › Next page Last » Last page