Ballet Performances San Francisco

"Shoot-n-Shoot" SF Edition

**California Dance Photography Workshop** **Hosted by Ashleigh Wilson and Alexandra FitzGibbon** **“Shoot-n-Shoot” San Francisco Edition** Ready to get your creative juices flowing? A unique opportunity to shoot dancers in a place unlike any dance or photo studio, we welcome our collaborators at The Hall, the newest swankiest Billiards Hall in San Francisco! This classy space has a mixture of natural light via large skylights, moody lighting near the bar, and fresh pool tables galore. Come shoot our dancers shooting pool while challenging your skill sets to work with different types of lighting. **Dance Models:** 1. TBA on Instagram later this week! @thedancephotographyworkshop 1. SF Opera/Met Opera dancer ***Alex FitzGibbon*** (host and model) @alexballetina **When:** Saturday November 21st 10am-12:30pm **Where:** The Hall, 2565 Mission St, San Francisco (across the street from Alamo Drafthouse) **Ticket:** $135 **Spots:** limited to 12 persons \*early bird special $125 until 11/7 **What to expect:** * 2 professional ballet dancers * Time to shoot in groups and possible one on ones * Lots of space/variety to get creative with your shots * Mixture of natural light and moody bar lighting * A relaxed room of fellow photographers, an opportunity to network, share tips, learn from one another. \*AND you're welcome to hang around after the workshop- The Hall offers a brunch menu (full bar and kitchen in house) or grab a table for yourself to shoot some pool! * We will provide at least one light, stay tuned for more info leading up to the workshop! **What to bring:** * Your own gear: camera, lens that works with low light/capturing motion like a 35mm or 50mm, lights \*if you wish, extra/charged batteries and memory cards * Your creativity and openness to experiment/play **Our ask:** If photos are posted to the social media platforms please tag both @theHall and @thedancephotographyworkshop. We will do the same for you! :) **Our policy:** No commercial release forms please- our workshop is for portfolio, web, artistic and educational purposes only.

Tango dance classes with Felipe and Ayano at La Bruja

Join us for tango classes with Felipe Martinez and Ayano Yoneda in Berkeley! Felipe and Ayano teach fun, challenging classes that emphasize the underlying structure of tango. No experience is necessary for the beginner class. These classes are taught using the terms "leaders" and "followers," and are inclusive to queer, trans, and non-binary people. Everyone is encouraged to lead and follow. Wednesdays: October 28th, November 4th & 11th 6:45 pm: check-in 7:00-8:00 pm beginning tango 8:00-8:30 pm practica 8:30-9:30 pm intermediate tango 9:30-10:30 pm practica The practicas are included with the classes. Stay, dance, and ask questions! Beginners and intermediates practice together from 8:00-8:30. The intermediate class is geared towards people who have been dancing for at least three months (12 tango classes). Beginners are welcome to watch the intermediate class. As of now, Oct. 28th and Nov. 11th are scheduled for the ballroom (second floor), and Nov. 4th is scheduled for the drawing room (first floor). The room reservation may change. $60 series of three classes (beg. or int.) $25 general admission (single class, beg. or int.) $15 student with ID (single class, beg. or int.) $40 both classes in one evening (one person) We accept cash and venmo at the door. eventbrite tickets (3 classes, $65.87): beginner [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2002636056354](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2F2002636056354%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAcGRvZgFicmlkETF3WWRyNzBTSjE0QkJ4U3B6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHjz4oZI0KKFc9tiIPOlS5cEyc7JSj9W2-L7kcd-ndYUTMZeJQ4-HNwgLt605_aem_uxXYvoF4MeRd0SKruNYheA&h=AUCABdqhNk8cSlbQeTH5oen8oOlriastd-FAaw4eaQ-NpK_KNPUAYUN_uSVB9WZ3ZnAR6WcMS52lS_jfferQmDHGYyfgiA5BWjaqJ8f6vek7In3RLvotia25KHsnoDQwgbHf9jOTauWDCQ&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUB3jM49O7343UQEO9_Myi6d7Qf0apjgqmihHslKP4AXPuXn7IC6YPX1FqrMQstSUFxHJB_QRq1Ii8jxeS8NfzCc4lxJi9Pr-XVwlzJJa1PgqMdmppvjAicXU-xqUM0KeRAk009oXKGH_-o0cVFQsqfpWDu_23Q9mEE)? intermediate [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2002893318833](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2F2002893318833%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAcGRvZgFicmlkETF3WWRyNzBTSjE0QkJ4U3B6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHsFNVQS-TQCrVUASul8-vnkMLvVHXG4O5tdBnpE9E_lPfO_lt3yo93bxAUHb_aem_QqfjYUY50vcBFr39FgAJ4w&h=AUAEQDKlSZSEUFdqHFyZnwywsp1OKRC85ehAy6GHC96bsQqPIpQvdhoIxM-OkwH0hBT7N2OAVLqmh82N03GLye_41xUBxZsK0Mye0G0b0Y6PkD1kj561iCzVfdZ9KjKk4kcBMvYjxhNO2g&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUB3jM49O7343UQEO9_Myi6d7Qf0apjgqmihHslKP4AXPuXn7IC6YPX1FqrMQstSUFxHJB_QRq1Ii8jxeS8NfzCc4lxJi9Pr-XVwlzJJa1PgqMdmppvjAicXU-xqUM0KeRAk009oXKGH_-o0cVFQsqfpWDu_23Q9mEE)? We are a 10-minute walk from Downtown Berkeley BART. For bike parking, use the bell to enter through the service entrance, and go straight to get to the back courtyard. No parking in the Berkeley City Club lot. For more information on Felipe and Ayano: [https://tangonnection.wixsite.com/felipetango](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Ftangonnection.wixsite.com%2Ffelipetango%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAcGRvZgFicmlkETF3WWRyNzBTSjE0QkJ4U3B6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHlenYAMIHhFxrGK146sC35-3beV0RraNFUVF8CGdGcodVpMQEewFHexf2yup_aem_dg423zUwTolgIxtXqpjyQA&h=AUCZXIMNwpaYK6Ij-o2mlgr0fappiRRHYn99GyPYRLUYTQj7ILIcgLaGClKwZQNH8M7Z6uZQxZsP5pBy29Duz2vYcQN2ZuibcNbHOBe4LkrPWZ9tK2v5e45aGBKpyoUeonfnlS5fB3dKfQ&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUB3jM49O7343UQEO9_Myi6d7Qf0apjgqmihHslKP4AXPuXn7IC6YPX1FqrMQstSUFxHJB_QRq1Ii8jxeS8NfzCc4lxJi9Pr-XVwlzJJa1PgqMdmppvjAicXU-xqUM0KeRAk009oXKGH_-o0cVFQsqfpWDu_23Q9mEE) Event organized by Lindsey Newbold. [www.labrujatangoberkeley.com](http://www.labrujatangoberkeley.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAcGRvZgFicmlkETF3WWRyNzBTSjE0QkJ4U3B6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgI0OygKffJAhZ-AYvwefEIDTu2APyGPhuYtNUkodt5ZQn8NLtFvM-_fLXX__aem_-yn9dRbYRs3kGte00gTzqA)

Come Sing Show Tunes!

This event consists of an informal concert in which the performers are all of us! We'll take turns singing Broadway show tunes. All musical levels are welcome, whether you're an aspiring musical theater star or just someone who belts out show tunes in the shower. If you feel shy about singing a solo, it's okay to come and listen. We'll also do some group singing. Please think ahead and pick one or two solos you'd enjoy singing (this is not a firm commitment, you can change your mind if you get the jitters). Depending on how many people choose to sing, you'll either get to sing one or both of your songs. We don't usually have an accompanist, so after you pick your song(s), you can search for a suitable accompaniment on YouTube. Once you've found an accompaniment you like, please add a link for your accompaniment to this spreadsheet so we can have it ready to play at the gathering: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ftn_81hdqtmYb8_QlKhpyzlu4FwKDDRZGZ3YT2x8qc8/edit?gid=0#gid=0 In the second hour of the gathering we'll schmooze and do more informal singing, and eat snacks -- (optional) feel free to bring a snack to share. For covid safety, please don't attend if you or a household member have ANY cold or flu symptoms, or if you were recently exposed to covid or flu. We will have open windows and air purifiers running.

Inaugural World Deaf & Disabled Dance Film Festival, Nov 6 - 7, 2026!

You are invited to our first-ever 2026 World Deaf and Disabled Dance Film Festival Friday Nov 6th-Saturday Nov 7th at YBCA in San Francisco presenting 28 incredible films highlighting artists and dancers from over the world! Friday Nov 6 6:00pm \- 9:00pm \| Evening Dance Documentary & Short Films Program Saturday Nov 7 11:30am \- 1:00pm \| Morning Dance Documentary Film Program 1 1:15pm \- 3:00pm \| Short Dance Film Program 1 4:00pm \- 6:00pm \| Short Dance Film Program 2 6:15pm \- 8:15pm \| Evening Dance Documentary Program 2 Film line up coming soon! Tickets $15 per individual program $50 Saturday All-Day Pass-WEEKEND PASS WDDDFF2026.eventbrite.com YBCA: 701 Mission St in SF - (Powell BART) Access Check: YBCA is ADA accessible, ASL interpreters will be provided and all films will be captioned and Audio Described. #WWDDDFF2026 [CONTENT DESCRIPTION: A promotional flyer for the World Deaf & Disabled Dance Film Festival. The background is a cosmic scene filled with blue, purple, pink, orange, and gold nebula clouds and stars. At the top center is a glowing rainbow globe wrapped with a golden film strip. Gold and cream text across the globe reads WORLD DEAF & DISABLED DANCE FILM FESTIVAL. At upper left is a red-and-white striped popcorn container with popcorn spilling above it. At upper right is a yellow ticket icon with a black star. Large gold, white, and cream text with black outlines fills the center and lower half of the flyer. A thin gold rounded rectangle frames the Friday and Saturday schedule. Along the bottom is a gold footer containing access and organizational logos, with a QR code at the far right. Text reads: WORLD DEAF & DISABLED DANCE FILM FESTIVAL Light Concessions Provided Tickets $25 per program $80 Saturday day pass November 6–7 Yerba Buena Center for the Arts 701 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103 Friday, November 6 6–9 PM: Evening Dance Documentary & Short Films Program Saturday, November 7 11:30 AM–1 PM: Morning Dance Documentary Film Program 1 1:15–3 PM: Short Dance Film Program 1 4–6 PM: Short Dance Film Program 2 6:15–8:15 PM: Evening Dance Documentary Program 2 Tickets here: WDDDFF2026.eventbrite.com The footer includes logos for sign language interpretation, closed captioning, audio description, and wheelchair accessibility symbols, followed by the YBCA, Urban Jazz Dance Company, Borealis Philanthropy, Intersection for the Arts, and FilmFreeway logos. A QR code appears at the bottom right. END CONTENT DESCRIPTION]

Multi-City Live Theater in VR with Ferryman Collective

**Admission $28.52 Purchase on Eventbrite.** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/multi-city-live-theater-in-vr-with-ferryman-collective-tickets-2003752247913](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/multi-city-live-theater-in-vr-with-ferryman-collective-tickets-2003752247913) **Overview** The Emmy-winning virtual reality experience "Uncanny Alley: A New Day" plays Gray Area San Francisco and Los Angeles at the same time. On November 10, our Los Angeles, San Francisco, Silicon Valley and BayCHI chapters are jointly hosting a live staging of **Uncanny Alley: A New Day**, the Emmy-winning live theatrical experience in virtual reality. It performs simultaneously at **Gray Area** in San Francisco and in Los Angeles: one cast across two stages. **Brendan Bradley** (San Francisco) and **Whitton Frank** (Los Angeles), members of the **[Ferryman Collective](https://www.ferrymancollective.com/ "https://www.ferrymancollective.com/")** who originated these roles, transition seamlessly between improvisation and the scripted hour-long drama, portraying 15 characters. They are joined on each stage by two audience participants, in headset and fully embodied as characters in the virtual world, who can say or do anything to influence the story. Each audience watches its live performers interact with the parallel stage 350 miles away. The production is written and directed by Stephen Butchko, with the world created by Rick Treweek, technical direction by Screaming Color, and artistic direction by Deidre V Lyon. The two-venue architecture was developed by Bradley, who also performs in San Francisco, building on his Edinburgh Fringe 2024 premiere, which ran on-stage, in VR, and livestreamed simultaneously. The question the evening poses: does scene-partner chemistry survive 350 miles? After the performance, the cast will lead us on a “backstage tour” of the company’s groundbreaking techniques in virtual show control. They’ll discuss the technology being developed at Ferryman Collective, and how both locations projected the real-time VR experience at each other’s site. They’ll answer questions about real-time technology that they use for this hour long performance. We would be glad to have you join us. **Brendan Andolsek Bradley** is an award-winning American actor and creator known for his work in 100+ film, television, and digital storytelling projects across major networks and streaming platforms, opposite some of the biggest stars in the world. He established The Innovation Lab at NYU's Tisch School; co-founded The 5th Wall Forum and OnBoardXR, supporting over 50 artists worldwide. His first VR play, *Jettison*, was a Finalist for The Producer Guild of America's Innovation Award and he stars in the VR plays *Welcome To Respite*, *Gumball Dreams,* *Uncanny Alley,* and his original musical *Non-Player Character* which premiered at Edinburgh Fringe and won the Auggie Award for Best Art or Film. **Whitton Frank** is a voice, film, television and theater actor from Los Angeles. Her work in VR includes directing the English premiere of *FindWiiLii*, performing in the award winning immersive VR worlds of *The Under Presents* and *The Tempest*, as well as the Ferryman Collective productions *PARA*, and the award winning shows *Welcome to Respite* and *Gumball Dreams*. A Ferryman team member since 2020, she is now a producer and director as well. She is a graduate of two prestigious acting universities, Carnegie Mellon University and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, and is a recipient of CMU’s Tartans on the Rise award. She is currently a sought after speaker at tech and immersive events around the world. Admission $28.52 Purchase on Eventbrite [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/multi-city-live-theater-in-vr-with-ferryman-collective-tickets-2003752247913](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/multi-city-live-theater-in-vr-with-ferryman-collective-tickets-2003752247913) Additional photos on Eventbrite

East Bay Square Dance, live music by Big Chimney Barn-Dance, caller Jordan Ruyle

Join us for square dancing in Berkeley with caller Jordan Ruyle! With live old-time music by Big Chimney Barn-Dance! The two fiddlers are coming in from Alaska--don't miss it! No experience necessary; no partner necessary. Kids welcome. The caller teaches each dance right before we dance it. Arrive by 7:45 to catch the 15-minute lesson on the square-dance swing with Martha Soule-Fahey: learn what to do when you hear "swing your partner!" Doors open: 7:30 pm Square-dance swing lesson: 7:45-8:00 pm Square dancing: 8:00-10:00 pm This is a queer-friendly event. Role-switching is encouraged. The caller uses the terms "ladies" and "gents" to refer to the dance roles; anyone may play these roles. Wear dance shoes if you have them! No stiletto heels allowed. BYOB: You may bring beer and wine. No hard alcohol allowed. Bring your water bottles! $20 general admission $15 member of Hillside Club or of BACDS $25 supporter $6 student or low-income or pay what you can We accept cash and venmo at the door. This is a traditional or old-time square dance (not a modern or club dance). All dancers are welcome. band: Danny Consenstein, fiddle (Alaska) Carter Bancroft, fiddle (Alaska) Katy Hill Harris, guitar (California) Billy Moore, banjo (California) Lane Cunningham, bass (California) This dance is organized by the Bay Area Country Dance Society (BACDS). Everyone is welcome to become a member of BACDS and to attend other BACDS dances. [https://www.bacds.org/series/square/east-bay/](https://www.bacds.org/series/square/east-bay/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExc1RDWUZ0cUlLa3UxanZYQ3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4g07m9KZUvPMM8EOj58ntit-LAlt8tNTl1btArE3j76I2rFii43i29qGl-FQ_aem_99MKCP2jPLQ9UQ_z-e7XHA) This dance is usually held on the third Friday of the month. For more square dances, check out [https://www.ripandsnort.com/](https://www.ripandsnort.com/) Check out Big Chimney Barn-Dance at [https://www.bigchimneybarndance.com/](https://www.bigchimneybarndance.com/)

Swing Lessons + Social Dancing every Thurs. ~ Oakland ~ Veterans Memorial Hall

TANGO SALON-INTERMEDIATE!

**7:30PM - Arrive, stretch, warm up** **7:45PM - Int Level Argentine Tango Class** **8:45-9:45PM - Practica** Tango Salon is a space to explore the beauty of improvisation, elegance, and connection to the music. Together, we'll build strong footwork, refine technique, and deepen musicality, using these skills to dance with greater confidence, creativity, and expression.This class is designed for dancers with some tango experience and is not intended for absolute beginners. With **Luz Castineiras,** students are encouraged to explore tango and dance techniques, connection and musicality. She creates a friendly, inviting atmosphere for learning and always looks for active feedback from students. [https://checkout.square.site/merchant/5AX3WBCHV29JF/checkout/F4V7GV7DZZXDFA4JAERHO7E4](https://checkout.square.site/merchant/5AX3WBCHV29JF/checkout/F4V7GV7DZZXDFA4JAERHO7E4)

Thursday Night Irish Set Dancing at the Plough and Stars

Come and take part in our decades-long tradition of Irish partner dancing on Thursday nights at the most authentic, most famous, and coziest Irish pub on the West Coast. We have a different band performing live traditional Irish music for us each week. Typical attendance is 15-25 dancers. (Note that the RSVP count on Meetup doesn't reflect the actual number attending – these events are advertised in numerous places.) *Safety note:* If you are displaying any symptoms of illness or if you feel under the weather, we kindly ask that you please remain at home and come back another time - there will be dancing again on the following Thursday!) **Cost:** $10. If you are able to contribute more, it all goes to the musicians and is greatly appreciated.

Bachata Dance Classes w/ Henry

Location: ALLEGRO, 12012 San Pablo Ave (cross st - Key Street), Richmond, CA (Park at the Grocery lot) Beginners - 730pm $15-$25 at the door

CANCELLED La Milonguita, beginner-friendly milonga

For beginners and beyond - intermediate, advanced, all welcome. Class is 7:30 to 8:30pm La Milonguita is 8:30 to 11pm No partner necessary, drop-ins welcome. $10 for class + milonga.

First Thursday Set Dancing (San Francisco)

It's the first Thursday of the month. What does that mean? Fast and furious Irish set dancing in San Francisco, of course! Dancing starts earlier (**8pm**) and goes longer – three solid hours of music, dancing, and fun. We have a different band performing live traditional Irish music for us each week. Check back here later to find out who this week's performers are! Typical attendance is 15-25 dancers. (Note that the RSVP count on Meetup doesn't reflect the actual number attending – these events are advertised in numerous places.) **COVID-19 Policy:** **Boosted vaccination is MANDATORY.** Additionally, if you are displaying any symptoms of illness or if you feel under the weather, we kindly ask that you please remain at home and come back another time - there will be dancing again on the following Thursday! **Cost:** $10. If you are able to contribute more, it all goes to the musicians and is greatly appreciated.