Ajuan Mance's art @ Cartoon Art Museum; Basma Edrees @ Old First Church
July 14, 2022
Going Out, Homing's In, July 14-22, 2022
Jim Provenzano READ TIME: 22 MIN.
With new health concerns, you might be cautious about going out, and there are still plenty of arts and nightlife options, plus online entertainments for the super-careful.
ARTS
(Click here for listings of LGBTQ movies, TV series and podcasts.)
DANCE, OPERA, THEATER
"Anything Goes"
Sutton Foster stars in the recorded stage production of the classic nautical musical comedy; streaming at https://www.anythinggoesmusicalcinema.com/
"La Belle et La Bête" @ SF Jazz
Opera Parallele's new production combines a staged performance of Philip Glass's opera and the 1946 Jean Cocteau film. $55-$135. July 14-17, Miner Auditorium, 201 Franklin St. www.operaparallele.org (Read our feature article.)
Circus Bella Bay @ Area Parks
The colorful gleeful company of acrobats, aerialists, jugglers, and clowns perform with live music by Rob Reich & The Circus Bella All-Star Band; thru July 23 at free outdoor shows. https://www.circusbella.org/flipflopfly
"Come From Away" @ San Jose Center for the Performing Arts
Touring production of the award-winning musical about a small town's welcome to immigrants. $38-$138; thru July 17. 255 S. Amaden. www.broadwaysanjose.com
"Dear San Francisco" @ Club Fugazi
The 'high-flying love story' weaves local history with acrobatic theatrics and live music by The 7 Fingers company, now with new cast members, and a full food and beverage menu; extended through 2022. $35-$99. 678 Green St. https://www.clubfugazisf.com/
"A Death-Defying Escape"
Judy Carter's Hollywood show with magic, comedy and stories of Jewish life and lesbian love streams online. https://deathdefyingescape.com/
"Follies" @ SF Playhouse
New local production Stephen Sondheim and James Goldman's classic musical revue, a reunion of former show biz stars before the demolition of a fabled theater. $30-$100; thru Sept. 10. 450 Post St. https://www.sfplayhouse.org/
"Fun Home" @ City Lights Theater Company, San Jose
New production of the bittersweet family tragedy musical based on Alison Bechtel's award-winning graphic novel. July 14-Aug. 21. 529 S. Second St. www.cltc.org
"Going Out" @ The Marsh
Don Reed's popular new solo show, subtitled 'Adventures Before & After the Pan Pan," is extended thru July 30. $25-$100. 7pm Saturdays, 1062 Valencia St. https://themarsh.org
"Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" @ Curran Theater
The special-effects-filled stage play about a mystery at Hogwarts returns in a new shortened two-act version. $69-$349; extended thru Jan. 2023. 445 Geary St. https://sfcurran.com/
"Lockdown Comedy"
2nd Anniversary online comedy show includes Ophira Eisenberg, Marga Gomez, Rich Aronovitch, The Geduldig "Sisters," Lisa and her 91-year-old mom, Arline. July 21, 7pm. $20. www.CityBoxOffice.com/LockdownComedy
"Nan and the Lower Body" @ Lucie Stern Theatre, Palo Alto
TheatreWorks Silicon Valley's production of Jessica Dickey's play about Dr. Pap, his mysterious assistant, and frank and funny discussions about women's health and body autonymy. $30 and up. July 13-Aug. 7. 1305 Middlefield Road. theatreworks.org
"The Prom" @ Golden Gate Theatre
Touring company of the hit Broadway musical about LGBTQ adults adults who create the prom they never had as teens; thru July 17. 1 Taylor St. https://broadwaysf.com
"References to Salvador Dali Make Me Hot" @ Phoenix Theatre
José Rivera's magical realist drama about a military couple and a pair of animals is produced by Custom Made Theatre; thru July 24. $36-$40. 414 Mason St., 6th Floor. www.custommade.org (Read our review.)
Sanctuary City @ Berkeley Rep
Pulitzer Prize winner Martyna Majok brings us the powerful story of two young DREAMers who fight to establish a place for themselves in America. $29-$84; thru Aug. 14. 2025 Addison St. www.berkeleyrep.org
San Francisco Opera @ War Memorial Opera House
Live and online performances. 301 Van Ness Ave. https://sfopera.com/
Sean Dorsey Dance
The local trans and queer dance company is featured in a KQED documentary.https://freshmeatproductions.org/sean-dorsey-dance-on-kqed/
Sketch 12 @ Cowell Theater
New dance works by Amy Seiwert, Natasha Adorlee and Joshua L. Peugh. $20-$45. July 15 & 16. Fort Mason Center, 2 Marina Blvd. www.asimagery.org (Read our feature on Joshua L. Peugh.)
"Talk to Your People"
Dan Hoyle's new acclaimed solo show about race and politics in America. $25-$100; thru Aug. 27. 1062 Valencia St. www.themarsh.org
COMMUNITY
Castro Country Club
The LGBT-inclusive sober space holds meetings and events. 4058 18th St. https://www.castrocountryclub.org/
Gay Men's Sketch @ online/Mark I Chester Studio
Join the weekly online Zoom drawing session, with male models. Tuesdays, 6:30pm. $20 suggested donation. 1229 Folsom St. https://www.instagram.com/gaymenssketch/
GLBTQ+ Asian Pacific Alliance
Meetings, events and more for GLBTQ+ Asians. www.gapa.org
Horizons Foundation
Community foundation invests in LGBTQ nonprofits, strengthen a culture of LGBTQ giving, fundraising, and events. https://www.horizonsfoundation.org
Jewish Community Center
In-person and online Pride-related events thru June. 3200 California St. https://www.jccsf.org/
Keshet
Jewish LGBTQ nonprofit hosts online events and talks. https://www.keshetonline.orgLaborfestOnline panels about workers rights, arts events, and educational panels; thru July. www.laborfest.net
Les Leventhal Yoga
The gay yoga instructor leads online classes. https://join.lesleventhalyoga.com/LGBT Asylum ProjectLocal nonprofit aides LGBTQ refugees. https://www.lgbtasylumproject.org/
LGBTQ Connection
Sonoma and Napa nonprofit hosts numerous events, including youth, elder groups, counseling. https://www.lgbtqconnection.org/en/homepage
LGBTQ History Project
August Bernadicou's interviews and stories on LGBTQ activists' histories; special LA and NYC Pride history interviews. Also, recorded talks with Bay Area Gay Liberation's Charlier Hinton, (new) Dan Nicoletta, Phyllis Lyon, Jack Fritscher, drag rocker Jayne County, Vanguard Editor Keith St. Clare, a Theater of the Ridiculous oral history, veteran gay rights activist and prolific author Perry Brass, and a 'lost' interview with 'Pink Narcissus' director James Bidgood. https://www.lgbtqhp.org/
Manny's Events
The cafe hosts meetings, music concerts, Ukraine fundraisers and community talks; in-person and online. 3092 16th St. https://welcometomannys.com/
"My Life is Worth Living"
Teen support videos in five powerful, diverse stories told over 20 episodes, for for teens struggling with mental health, including LGBTQ youth. https://www.wonder.media/product/my-life-is-worth-living
The National AIDS Memorial @ Golden Gate Park
The dedicated grove of memorials allows for peaceful contemplation of those lost; also, regular events, and online exhibits. 320 Bowling Green Drive. https://www.aidsmemorial.org/
Rainbow World Fund
Support international aid and outreach programs, not just LGBT causes, including the new Ukraine Emergency Fund. https://www.rainbowfund.org/
SF LGBT Center
Meetings, youth services and more events at 1800 Market St. and online. 1800 Market St. https://www.sfcenter.org/LITERARY
Events & Exhibits @ SF Public Library
Online and in-person author events. Also, check out books and DVDs, see various book-themed exhibits. 100 Larkin St. www.sfpl.org
LGBT Events @ Fabulosa Books
In-store and online monthly book club group discussion of literary works. July 13, 7pm: LGBT Book Club discusses Carmen Maria Machado's 'In the Dream House.' July 18, 7pm: Rob Osler ('Devil's Chew Toy'). July 19, 7pm: Conner Habib ('Hawk Mountain'). July 28, 7pm: Rob Volpe ('Tell Me More About That.') July 30, 4pm: Steve Reigns ('A Quilt for David'). 489 Castro St. https://www.fabulosabooks.com/
"Queer Words"
Listen to online literary chats hosted by author Wayne Goodman, with guests Kelliane Parker, Brian Broome, Michael Nava, Vi Khi Nao, Anne Shade, Brontez Purnell, Christopher Castellani, the late Leslie Cohen and many others. https://queerwords.org/
MUSIC
Cal Performances @ UC Berkeley
Music and dance concerts and more at Zellerbach Hall and nearby theaters. Bancroft Way at Dana St., Berkeley. calperformances.org
Feinstein's at the Nikko
The upscale nightclub presents cabaret concerts. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. https://www.feinsteinssf.com/
Festival Napa Valley
Outdoor music concerts with world-class artists (Trisha Yearwood, Joshua Bell, Manetti Shrem Opera and more) at Festival Napa Valley Stage at Charles Krug and Jackson Family Wines Amphitheater at the Culinary Institute of America at Copia; wine tours (at multiple wineries) and more, July 9-24. $35. 500 1st St., Napa. festivalnapavalley.org
Great American Music Hall
Enjoy live music at the classic venue. 859 O'Farrell St. https://gamh.com/Noe MusicIn-person and online concerts in many genres; classical, folk, early music. 1021 Sanchez St. https://www.noemusic.org/
Noontime Concerts @ Old Saint Mary's Cathedral
Enjoy weekly concerts in a variety of genres, Tuesdays at 12:30pm. 660 California St. www.noontimeconcerts.org
Old First Concerts
Enjoy live streamed and archived music concerts of classic, and contemporary music. July 17, 4pm: violinist Basma Edrees and pianist Ava Nazar; in-person and livestream, $25. July 19, 4pm: violinist Kenneth Renshaw, with pianist Elizabeth Dorman; in-person or livestream. $25. 1751 Sacramento St. https://www.oldfirstconcerts.org
OutLoud
LA concert series streams online, featuring LGBT musicians like Whatever Mike (FKA Michael Blume), Mikalah Gordon, Black Gatsby and Eyemaki. https://www.twitch.tv/officiallyoutloud/about
People in Plazas
75 free outdoor music concerts at 12 venues on or near Market St. thru August, most at 12pm. peopleinplazas.org
"Queer Vines"
LGBT musicians perform a variety of genres in Season 2 of the show, on the LGBT Center's YouTube channel.
San Francisco Bach Choir
Weekly online concerts of classical music and other genres. https://sfbach.org/San Francisco Gay Men's ChorusEnjoy music videos and programs online. www.sfgmc.org
San Francisco Performances @ Herbst Theatre
Chamber music, classical and vocal concerts and recitals. 401 Van Ness Ave. http://sfperformances.org/
San Francisco Symphony @ Davies Symphony Hall
In-person and online concerts. 201 Van Ness Ave. http://www.sfsymphony.org/
"Seth Concert Series"
Broadway pianist and host Seth Rudetsky's online concerts feature an all-star line-up, Sundays at 5pm PT. $25. https://events.broadwayworld.com/seth-concert-series/
SF Jazz
The acclaimed venue brings their concert series online with talented musicians, and has returned to in-person concerts. $35-$95. 201 Franklin St. https://www.sfjazz.org
"Stars in the House"
Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley's popular YouTube series of chats and game nights with musical theatre and TV/film talents continues, with donations going to The Actors Fund. https://www.starsinthehouse.com/
Stern Grove Festival
Outdoor music concerts return, with Toro Y Moi, LeAnn Rimes, Cold War Kids, Cat Power, Old Crow Medicine Show, Taj Mahal. Free/advance seating. Also live streaming online. 19th Ave. at Sloat Blvd. www.sterngrove.org
Tom Goss @ Hotel Utah
The super-cute gay singer returns with new music; a queer storytelling night with Ryan Cassata and de Roche. $15-$40. July 22, 8pm. 500 4th St. http://www.tomgossmusic.com/
"True Colors" @ PBS
'Our Stories, Our Songs,' a unique look at the history of the LGBTQ community In The United States In Stories And Songs, hosted by Amy Schneider, featuring performances by Indigo Girls, Billy Gilman, Morgxn, Peppermint, Alexis Michelle, Jujubee, Chris Colfer, Trey Pearson, Breanna Sinclairé And André De Shields, with The American Pops Orchestra conducted by Luke Frazier. https://www.pbs.org/
Yoshi's
The elegant nightclub-restaurant features jazz and R&B musicians. 510 Embarcadero West, Oakland. https://yoshis.com
MUSEUMS & GALLERIES
111 Minna Gallery
New duo exhibit; Guy Colwell's 'Pleasures Primal Terrors' and David Ball's 'Fanfaronade,' opening July 14, 5pm-11pm; thru Aug. 11. 111 Minna St. 111minnagallery.com
Angelic/Trimble Gallery
Unusual art exhibits; 1275 Minnesota St. https://www.anglimtrimble.com/
ArtHaus
Gallerists James Bacchi and Annette Schutz showcase multiple visual artists. 228 Townsend St. http://www.arthaus-sf.com/main-gallery/
Art Visit
Meet with visual artists in your area at their studios. https://artvisit.org
"The Art of the Brick" @ LEGO� Exhibit
View sculptures and interactive installations made of the toy bricks, now with a creative lounge. $18-$21; extended thru Sept. 5. 1 Grant Ave. https://artofthebrickexhibit.com/
Asian Art Museum
'Carlos Villa: Worlds in Collision,' 'Seeing Gender,' a selection of works that reveal the complexities and nuances of gender across Asian art. 'Memento: Jayashree Chakravarty' and 'Lam Tung Pang, After Hope: Videos of Resistance,' 'Zheng Chongbin: I Look for the Sky,' and historic works. Fri-Mon 10am-5pm. Thu 1pm-8pm. 200 Larkin St. asianart.org
Berkeley Art Center
Diverse art exhibits; Juried Members Exhibition, 'No Way Out But Through,' opens July 2; thru Aug. 6. 1275 Walnut St., Berkeleyhttps://www.berkeleyartcenter.org
Berkeley Art Museum/Pacific Film Archive
New: Whitney Bradshaw's 'Outcry,' a response to the alarming rollback of women's rights; July 13-Nov. 8. Alison Knowles retrospective thru Dec. 18. 'Quilts, Blankets, and Tapestry: Contemporary Art and Textiles,' 'Ron Nagle: Handsome Drifter, Folk and Modern Art in Postcolonial India' and art films streamed online and screened outdoors (BYO chairs). 2155 Center St., Berkeley. www.bampfa.org
California Academy of Sciences
The fascinating science museum includes live creatures (aquarium, terrarium) and educational exhibits. New; 'Wander Woods,' an outdoor kids and families play space. Also, "Living Worlds," a planetarium show. Mon-Sat 9:30am-5pm. Sun 11am-5pm. 55 Music Concourse Drive, Golden Gate Park. https://www.calacademy.org/
Cartoon Art Museum
Ajuan Mance's art, part of the Emerging Artist Showcase; also, 'Chivalry: Art of Colleen Doran,' original artwork from the Dark Horse graphic novel illustrated by Doran and written by Neil Gaiman; thru Sept. 18. 'Keith Knight's 'Woke,'' the local Black cartoonist's exhibit ('The K Chronicles'); 'The Legend of Wonder Woman,' an exhibition celebrating 80 years of DC Comics' iconic Amazon. Sat & Sun 11am-5pm. 781 Beach St. www.cartoonart.org
Catharine Clark Gallery
Contemporary artists' exhibits. 248 Utah St. https://cclarkgallery.com/
Chabot Space & Science Center
Programs include live science programs each Wed., 10:30am, virtual telescope viewings each Sat. 9pm. Free/$15. 10000 Skyline Blvd, Oakland (opens in Nov.). chabotspace.org
Chinese Cultural Center
Exhibition of new work by Bay Area-based contemporary ceramic artist Cathy Lu. 750 Kearny St. https://www.cccsf.us/
Conservatory of Flowers
Beautiful indoor and outdoor floral exhibits in the classic arboretum; special events and parties return soon. 100 JFK Drive, Golden Gate Park. Free/$12. www.conservatoryofflowers.org
Contemporary Jewish Museum
'The Jim Henson Exhibition: Imagination Unlimited,' with videos and film screenings, Muppets, materials, drawings, guest talks, and more; thru Aug. 14. (Read our feature article.) New: 'Oz is for Oznowicz: A Puppet Family's History,' a paired exhibit about Frank Oz and his local family arts connection; thru Nov. 27. Also, the spacious downtown museum includes 'Experience Leonard Cohen,' with a series of four solo exhibitions by contemporary artists George Fok, Judy Chicago, Candice Breitz, and Marshall Trammell, all inspired by the life and work of the revered singer-songwriter; also, group exhibit 'Tikkun: For the Cosmos, the Community, and Ourselves,' Julie Weitz' 'Golem: A Call to Action.' Free/$16. 736 Mission St. thecjm.org
de Young Museum
New: the Obama portraits by Kehinde Wiley. Major exhibits include "Alice Neel: People Come First" thru July 10; "Nampeyo and the Sikyátki Revival," thru Feb. 2023. Also, collections of American, African, Oceanic, costume arts, sculpture and more. Tue-Sun 9:30am-5:15pm. 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive. deyoung.famsf.org
Exhibits @ SF Public Library
"The Cockettes: Acid Drag & Sexual Anarchy," a celebration of the avant-garde psychedelic hippie theater troupe's 50th anniversary, in conjunction with original member Fayette Hauser's newly-published pictorial history by the same title; thru August; at the James C. Hormel LGBTQIA Center, 3rd floor. Also, book display exhibits on the 6th floor. 100 Larkin St. https://sfpl.org/
Exploratorium Events
Talks, and demos with a science theme, including comet-cam and more; weekly After Dark nighttime parties have returned. Pier 15. www.exploratorium.edu
"Frequencies of Tradition" @ Kadist
Group exhibit of a dozen Asian artists whose work challenges traditional representation; curated by Hyunjin Kim; thru July 16. 3295 20th St. https://kadist.org/san-francisco/
Gallery Wendi Norris
Contemporary art exhibits. Fort Mason Center Pier 2, 2 Marina Blvd. https://www.gallerywendinorris.com
GLBT History Museum
'Out in the World: Ireland's LGBTQ+ Diaspora.' Online exhibits include 'Stories of Our Movement: Bay Area Reporter at 50.' Also, 'Legendary: African American LGBTQ Past Meets Present, Fighting Back,' a series that brings together community leaders, experts, historians and activists to explore lessons from the past that might be useful in formulating resistance efforts today; 'Reigning Queens: the Lost Photos of Roz Joseph,' curated by Joseph Plaster; and other exhibits. Online events as well. 4127 18th St. www.glbthistory.org
Gregangelo Museum
Take tours at the 27-room mansion filled with eccentric unusual interactive artworks and performances. www.gregangelomuseum.com
Harvey Milk Photo Center
View exhibits of masterful photographic art; also online galleries. 50 Scott St. https://www.harveymilkphotocenter.org/
Jenkins Johnson Gallery
Online solo and group exhibits of works by Philomela Williamson, Alex Jackson, and others. https://www.jenkinsjohnsongallery.com
Land's End @ Former Cliff House
Group exhibit of artists' varied works where their charge is twofold: To discover artwork in unlikely places and to consider the planet's health. 1090 Point Lobos Ave. https://www.for-site.org
Lea Magdanal @ SF Academy
Local queer artist's exhibit of 30 paintings. 2166 Market St. https://www.academy-sf.com/
Legion of Honor
'Guo Pei: Couture Fantasy,' the first extensive exhibition of the designer's work, bringing together more than 80 ensembles from the past two decades; thru Sept. 5. Also, European and ancient art, giant Renaissance landscapes and historic paintings, plus classical sculptures and contemporary works, from Degas, Manet, Caillebotte and Vuillard to Egyptian, Greek and Roman artifacts; also, Wangechi Mutu's fascinating modern outdoor and indoor sculptures. Tue-Sun, 9:30am-5:15pm. Free/$15. legionofhonor.famsf.org
Lost Art Salon
Intimate gallery exhibits small and unusual works of note by contemporary and early 20th-century artists. 245 S. Van Ness. #303. https://lostartsalon.com
Minnesota Street Art Project
Multiple galleries host different artist exhibits at 1275 Minnesota St. At Rena Bransten Gallery: Derek Weisberg and Sam Perry. https://minnesotastreetproject.com/
Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts
New and ongoing exhibits; 'Tehuana,' photography of Diego Huerta; thru July 22. 2869 Mission St. missionculturalcenter.org
MOAD
Museum of the African Diaspora's exhibits include award-winning films, talks and music performances. 'Elegies: Still Lifes in Contemporary Art,' a group exhibit curated by Monique Long; thru Aug. 21. 685 Mission St. www.moadsf.org
Museum of Craft & Design
'Iris Eichenberg: Where Words Fail,' thru Oct. 30; and other exhibits online. www.sfmcd.org
My Park Moment @ Presidio
Large-scale outdoor exhibit of visitor-submitted images in local and regional state parks; at the new Tunnel Tops. www.presidiotunneltops.gov
Nancy Toomey Fine Art
Online and in-person exhibits. 1275 Minnesota St. nancytoomeyfineart.com
NIAD Exhibits
The art studio for developmentally disabled adults shares in-person online exhibits and sells beautiful works of art; in-person window displays and weekly online exhibitions. New: 'Miguel Chacon: Observer.' www.niadartstore.org
Oakland Museum
"You Are Here: California Stories on the Map" (through 2022), "Black Power" and "Dorothea Lange: Photography as Activism" (both ongoing). Friday night interactive displays and live music. 1000 Oak St., Oakland. museumca.org
The Pink and Purple Church in the Castro
Online multimedia exhibit documenting the history of Metropolitan Community Church, its LGBTQ-inclusive services and outreach through the AIDS pandemic. http://arspgallery.com/mccsf-exhibit-main/
Pride and Progress
The Victory Fund's online exhibit showcases a timeline of LGBT political history. https://www.prideandprogress.org/
Queer Arts Featured
New LGBTQ-owned pop-up gallery set in the former site of Harvey Milk's camera shop. 575 Castro St. www.queerartsfeatured.com
Robert Koch Gallery
Contemporary artists exhibits. 49 Geary St. https://kochgallery.com/
Schlomer Haus Gallery
New Castro/Duboce gay-owned art gallery; Chloe Sherman's 1990s queer nightlife photos (Read our feature with Sherman.) 2128 Market St., just west of Church St. Regular gallery hours Tue-Sat 12pm to 6pm and by appointment. https://www.instagram.com/schlomer_haus_gallery/
SF Arts Commission
New: 'Carlos Villa: Roots and Reinvention,' the first-ever museum retrospective of works by the iconic San Francisco-born Filipino American artist and educator; thru Sept. 3 (Additional exhibit, 'Carlos Villa: Worlds in Collision,' at the Asian Art Museum). 401 Van Ness Ave. https://sfartscommission.org/
SF Botanical Garden
Beautiful spacious gardens with multiple plants, trees and flowers. Free entry for SF residents; others $3-$10. 1199 9th Ave., Golden Gate Park. https://www.sfbg.org
SF Museum of Modern Art
'Shifting the Silence,' a group exhibit of 32 women artists, and 'Speculative Portraits,' an exploration of portraiture and identity. Also, Diego Rivera's massive 1940 mural 'Pan American Unity' on display during its restoration, plus 'Diego Rivera's America,' an exhibit of his paintings. July 17, Free Community Day. Also, Joan Mitchell retrospective' 'Constellations: Photographs in Dialogue.' and Pop, Abstract, and Figurative art collections; Warhol, Rosenquist, Lichtenstein, to name a few. Bay Area Walls mural project, the outdoor vertical garden and Olafur Eliasson's sparkling one-way color tunnel. Free/$25; reserved, timed ticketing. Mon 10am-5pm. Thu 1pm-8pm. Fri-Sun 10am-5pm. First Thursdays free. 151 Third St. www.sfmoma.org
Southern Exposure
Unusual art and installations and online projects. 3030 20th St. https://soex.org
Tenderloin Museum
New and permanent exhibits of neighborhood history. 398 Eddy St. http://www.tenderloinmuseum.org/
Tom of Finland Foundation
The LA-based museum hosts online exhibits and sketch sessions with male models (second Sundays, next is July 17); also LA fundraisers and events. https://www.tomoffinland.org
Walt Disney Family Museum
Located in The Presidio, the museum dedicated to the art of Disney films hosts online and in-person exhibits, classes and events. 104 Montgomery St. www.waltdisney.org
"We Were There"
Online tours of art museums, showcasing hidden and overlooked LGBT themes, subjects and artists. http://wewerethere.org/
"Worker"
Online exhibit showcases photos and historic paintings of sex workers by 19 artists, from the late 19th Century of Edouard Manet and Henri De Toulouse-Lautrec to modern day contemporaries such as Felix Gonzalez-Torres, David Hockney, Nan Goldin, Bruce LaBruce and Margie Schnibbe. NSFW. www.artreporttoday.com
Yerba Buena Center for the Arts
Unusual modern art exhibits; also, film screenings, murals, and tours. 'The Healing Project,' thru June 19. https://ybca.org
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NIGHTLIFE
After Dark @ Exploratorium
Evening cocktail parties return to the interactive science museum, with different themes; Thursdays 6pm-10pm. Pier 15 (Embarcadero @ Green St.) https://www.exploratorium.edu/
Aunt Charlie's Lounge
The intimate bar serves strong drinks and hosts frequent drag shows. 133 Turk St.
Beaux
Nightlife's hopping at the popular Market Street club, with drag entertainers, gogo studs, drinks and food. Shangri-La second Saturdays. Big Top Sundays. Drag brunch Sat & Sun, 2pm & 4pm. Pan Dulce Wednesdays. https://www.beauxsf.com/
"The Queen's Ball: A Bridgerton Experience" @ SVN West
Immersive Regency Court experience, with live music, cocktails, actors playing roles from the hit TV series, including the Queen. $45 and up. 16+. Festive attire suggested. 10 Van Ness Ave. https://bridgertonexperience.com/san-francisco/
Club OMG
Intimate mid-Market nightclub includes DJed dancing, drag shows and a karaoke night. 43 6th St. http://www.clubomgsf.com/
Disney Tribute Party @ DNA Lounge
DJ Cip plays animated musical favorite songs; cosplay encouraged. $15 and up. July 30, 9:30pm-2am. https://www.dnalounge.com/
DJ Don Baird @ The Hole in the Wall
The fave local rock DJ's returned to the SoMa 'friendly neighborhood gay bikers' bar; Thursdays and Fridays. 1369 Folsom St. https://blackwolfmetal.com/ Also, listen online: https://www.twitch.tv/donbaird
Drag Brunch at Curio
Rexy hosts 12pm & 2pm drag shows (with Kylie Minono, Kipper Snacks, Bionka Simone) with brunch. 775 Valencia St. https://www.curiobarsf.com/
The Edge
Musical Wednesdays, Beards & Booze and other events have returned to the popular bar. 4149 18th St. www.edgesf.com
The EndUp
Historic SoMa nightclub hosts straight, gay and whatever late-night dance events. 401 6th St. https://theendupsf.com/
Golden Bull, Oakland
LGBT-friendly bar presents diverse live music acts. 412 14th St. https://goldenbullbar.com/
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Jolene's
SoMa queer and woman/trans-owned nightclub and restaurant; Coyote Queer, second Saturdays, with DJs Koslov & Livv, costume contest. UHaul SF, Fridays. Sunday brunch drag show 11am-5pm. 2700 16th St. http://jolenessf.com/index.html
Lookout
The Castro bar with a panoramic view; ongoing: Bounce (Sat. nights), Lips & Lashes Drag Brunch with host Carnie Asada (Sat. afternoons), Jock (Sunday nights). 3600 16th St. http://www.lookoutsf.com/
Lone Star Saloon
DJed events at the historic bear bar, plus regular nights of rock music and patio hangouts; exhibit of painter Kenney Mencher's portraits of bears; thru July 27. 1354 Harrison St. https://www.lonestarsf.com/
Martuni's Monday Happy Hour
Pianist Russell Deason hosts the fun weekly open mic gathering. 5:30pm-8:30pm. 4 Valencia St. at Market.
Midnight Sun
The popular bar celebrates 50 years; Timeline Tuesdays, Honeypot Fridays with gogo studs; K-Pop and drag shows like Munro's at Midnight, 10pm Monday nights. 4067 18th St. https://www.midnightsunsf.com/
Muévelo @ Que Rico, Oakland
Valentino Presents' new East Bay Latin club is already a hit. Enjoy the new nightclub's weekly dance party with DJed grooves, drag divas, and gogo studs. Fridays, $10 and up, 9:30pm-3am. 381 15th St., Oakland. www.quericonightclub.com
Oasis
In-person shows include Princess, the weekly Saturday night drag show. Thru July 16: Baloney male burlesque show. July 14, 10pm: Meat Market, a drag king show. July 15, 10pm: ABBA vs. Ariana. July 17, 4pm-10pm: Sensation Sundays tea dance. July 21, 7pm" Big Gay Sing-Along. Online shows, too. 398 11th St. www.sfoasis.com
Port Bar, Oakland
Chocolate Kisses July 15, with Felicia Lamar, Jeremy Jones, DJ Kidd, drag acts and gogo studs. Shake It Up Saturdays; Women's night Sundays; Wednesdays are a Drag shows at 9pm, 10pm & 11pm; Big Gay Trivia on Tuesdays; weekend drag brunch. 2023 Broadway. www.portbaroakland.com|
Powerhouse Bar
Enjoy indoor and outdoor drinks at the popular SoMa bar; Underwear Thursdays; Juanita MORE's Powerblouse (fun drag makeovers) 1st Saturdays, and Beat Pig, 3rd Saturdays. 1347 Folsom St. https://www.powerhousebar.com/
Qué Rico
New LGBT Latinx nightclub features cute gogo guys and drag shows, DJed dance floor, brunch and dinner menus, too. 381 15th St., Oakland. www.quericonightclub.com
El Rio
The popular bar with a spacious outdoor patio hosts multiple LGBTQ events, including Hard French, Daytime Realness, a drag show hosted by Heklina, Mango, live bands, comedy and more. 3158 Mission St. https://www.elriosf.com/
Roller Disco @ Church of 8 Wheels
Roller-skating nights with groovy tunes, plus skate rentals. $5-$15. 554 Fillmore St. http://www.churchof8wheels.com/
SF Eagle
The famed leather bar has numerous events; BLUF Cigar Buddies 2nd Fridays. Frolic cosplay/furry party, 2nd Saturdays, 8pm-2am. Sunday beverage bust, 3pm-7pm, $10-$15. (http://frolicparty.com/) 398 12th St. https://thesfeagle.com/
"Stranger Things; The Experience" @ SF Armory
Fun interactive tour of exhibits and rooms based on the hit Netflix series. $54. Wed-Sun thru August 14. 1800 Mission St. https://strangerthings-experience.com/san-francisco/
Suavecito @ Space 550
Valentino Presents and Club Papi present a new weekly Latin dance night with DJs Mike, Mr. Biggs, and Lola; Sonora Tropicana band, drag acts, gogo guys, three dance rooms, outdoor lounge. Saturdays, $15-$25. 9:30pm-3am. 550 Barneveld Ave. www.suavecitosf.com
Sundance Saloon @ Space 550
The (mostly) Country music line-dancing, two-stepping nights (Sundays and Thursdays) has returned. $5, 5pm-10:30pm. 550 Barneveld Ave. www.sundancesaloon.org
White Horse Bar
Enjoy outdoor dining and drinks at the famous Oakland bar. 6551 Telegraph Ave., Oakland. whitehorsebar.com
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