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Jon Bauer and Patty Riek

Jon Bauer and Patty Riek
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Onstage

Live Shots: Fou Fou Ha!’s erotic clownery reminded us that pleasure is resistance

With 'The Nectar' at Palace Theater, the longtime sexy burlesque troupe offered a voluptuous answer to oppression.
Live Shots

Live Shots: Hoops, wands, fans flew fabulously at ‘The Flow Show’

At Dance Mission Theater, movement acts ranged from dramatic to sexy. Yes, there were rollerskates.
Onstage

Live Shots: ‘Finnegan’s Wake’ summons Irish ghosts to SF Mint

Immersive 13th Floor Theater production draws on epic James Joyce novel and folk music for complex family drama.
Onstage

Live Shots: Circus Bella brings warm cheer (and super stunts)

Local troupe's latest show "Starlight: Winter Circus Spectacular" is unadulterated expression of joy and flexibility.
Festival

Live Shots: Dickens Fair 2025 takes the plum cake—just watch for the squirrel

Vast annual Christmas extravaganza at Cow Palace recreates Victorian London, and comes with a furry friend.
Music

Live Shots: A glamorous trip back to the 1930s with Alex Mendham and his Orchestra

The Peacock Ballroom filled with tip-top dancers and nostalgic standards, in a tribute to NBC broadcaster Anson Weeks.
Music

Live Shots: Woe to those who missed Matt Berninger’s introspective solo set at Bimbo’s

The National frontman seemed to loose a more brooding—yet grateful—side.
Nightlife

Live Shots: Dark whimsy and baroque frivolity at 2025 Edwardian Ball

Edward Gorey's spirit haunted the artful affair, which took inspiration from his pop-up book—adding some SF energy.
Stage Review

Live Shots: ‘The Lost Inn’ envelops audience in noir faerie intrigue

Site-specific production at The SF Mint makes it clear why immersive events are having a moment.
Performance

Live Shots: Circus Something dove into the solstice with ‘The Longest Night’

Tantalizing sword dancing, angelic striptease, aerial artwork filled a monochromatic tribute to the season with color.
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