Step into the sound world of 18th-century Italy and France with music performed on period instruments, for an authentic experience, just like the first audiences would have heard it. “Baroque Garlands” opens with George Frideric Handel’s “Dixit Dominus,” written when the composer was just 22—an electrifying early work that showcases the power of the Philharmonia Chorale and foreshadows the bold choral writing of Handel's later masterpieces. Next comes Jean-Philippe Rameau’s “La Guirlande,” offering French dance rhythms, operatic arias, and a lighthearted tale of romance nearly undone by a bewitched garland. You'll be the first to hear this newly prepared edition from 1763 Versailles, for a modern premiere more than 200 years in the making. Baroque specialist and former longtime Philharmonia Baroque music director Nicholas McGegan leads the ensemble from the harpsichord, bringing his trademark infectious energy and flair for drama to this program. Rising stars Nola Richardson (soprano) and Aaron Sheehan (tenor) join forces with the Chorale. Richardson has been praised by The Washington Post for her “radiant” singing, while The New York Times hailed Sheehan as “superb.”
Legacies (1/30/26-2/1/26)
Parallel Play (2/1/26-2/1/26)
Herbst Theatre is at 401 Van Ness Ave., San francisco, CA.
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Cinderella by the African American Shakespeare Company (12/20/19-12/22/19)
Charo! (9/20/19-9/20/19)
Patterday Night Live! (10/15/17-10/15/17)
A Night at the Mint, or, The Great Heist Caper Affair... Thing (11/13/16-11/13/16)
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Paranormal Activity
American Conservatory Theater (2/19 - 3/15) | |
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Spring Awakening
Douglas Morrisson Theatre (1/9 - 1/18)
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What the Constitution Means to Me
Hillbarn Theatre (1/22 - 2/8) | |
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She Loves Me
Dinkelspiel Auditorium (1/23 - 1/25) | |
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San Francisco Boys Chorus Gala and Auction Evening, Saturday, February 28 at the St. Regis Hotel
The St. Regis San Francisco (2/28 - 2/28) | |
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Salsa and Bachata Dance Fridays Salsa Dancing, Bachata Dancing at Dance Fridays, Dance Lessons
Dance Fridays (1/30 - 1/30) | |
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An Evening with a Mentalist: Jay Alexander's Mind Tricks Live On 23 Jan - 25 Jan 2026
San Francisco Magic Theater (w/Jay Alexander) at the Marrakech (1/23 - 1/25) | |
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The Ruckus Revival: F*** Valentine's Day Spectacular!
Continental Club (2/12 - 2/12) | |
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The Cherry Orchard
Marin Theatre (1/29 - 2/22) | |
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