I was introduced to Cyclecide yesterday at Concord's Oktoberfest…read more (http://www.yelp.com/biz/oktoberfest-concord) The positive energy of the Cyclecide folks is contagious. I watched the grinning faces of the adults and children while they enjoyed the following: - Cycle ferris wheel - Cycle swings - Cycle carousel - Spinning cycles Nothing looked appropriate for those of us who had been enjoying the beer portion of the Oktoberfest but it sure looked like everyone riding on the recycled contraptions was having a fabulous time...even some of the parents who had to pedal their hearts out in order to keep their children moving.

You know it is going to be a good event when you are required to sign a safety waiver on your way…read morein. Even better that they will serve you canned PBR, cheap whiskey and bacon wrapped hot dogs and then allow you on thier carnival rides made from bicycle parts and junk. But wait, theres more!!! Remember the game Mousetrap? You know, the one where you lure a mouse to cheese and then trap it under a net, after a marble rolls around all of these crazy plastic pieces on the game board to set the trap off? Well picture that, but with a bowling ball instead of a marble, built once again with various junk. Now imagine it is so huge that the mouse is the size of a car...actually it IS a car, and the net is a metal safe that smashes the car. Yep, its pretty fucking cool. To end the evening there is a bicycle rodeo. Is there jousting? Yes! A bike/lawnmower combo? Sure, why not. Audience participation? At your own risk. Do you get covered in shaving cream and flour? Uh huh. Awesome? Most definitely!! Thanks Cyclecide for a super fun Sunday afternoon!

Only in San Francisco will you see people dressed up in all sorts of crazy costumes. It's like…read moreHalloween all year long in this city. The Superhero Street Fair is no exception to this concept. I have never been to Burning Man but I have heard a ton about it from people who tell me it will change your life - it's like a religious experience. I finally got a taste of the kool aid and boy, it was something else. There were several DJ booths playing all sorts of different dance music, a party bus, giant inflatable "hamster" balls as my friend dubbed it, jousting and of course crazy costumes. Everything from Ganja Girl to a full on robot with speakers to barely clothed whatever they want to call themselves. There weren't just superheroes here. There were also food trucks and Burning Man apparel. It seemed like people who came back from Burning Man just wanted another excuse to party and reuse their outfits from the Playa. Now that it's a bit more mainstream I can see more things like this becoming the norm. Not that that's a bad thing. As a Burning Man virgin who doesn't have much interest in sweating out in the dessert while building something beautiful, I admire their ability to bring people together to have fun with no judgment.

I've been to this many times over the years. Good music, creative folks, lots of costuming, all…read morearound good run. It hasn't happened for a couple of years not, but if and when it happens again I'll be there! Great local vibe, although clearly quality DJs from everywhere. If you like the San Francisco party vibe, you'll like this.

Such talented actors in so many genres of theater! Small theater means it feels personal. I sit…read morein front row with a visually impaired friend and feel like I'm having a private performance. Chat with actors after the show in the lobby. What's not to like?

I hadn't been to the SF Playhouse in ages, not since it was the Post Street Theater! It's a great…read moretheater with very good sightlines from every seat. I was there for "Dracula, A Feminist Revenge Fantasy, Really" and had a wonderful time. The sound system was pretty good; I heard most of everything that was said on stage, but whatever I missed can be blamed on my hearing, not their sound system! Seats were relatively comfortable and the legroom was at par with other theaters. The bathrooms, which were not separated for men and women, were clean with seat covers and plenty of toilet paper. It was a bit strange seeing men walk out of the stalls in the bathroom, but it didn't bother me. I would really prefer that the seat is returned to a downward position, though, and happy the floor was dry!

Well, what can i say. A truely amazing performance. The performers blew me away in every act. The…read morestory is of a fish ( who is hillarious) who falls in love with a woman. The story progresses throughout the show and is just a laugh a minute and also has you hanging on the edge of your seat with the talented performers. Was so surprised that with such a sell out gig they were not in a bigger venue.. Want to see more for all you!! AMAZING...

Definitely go see this performance before it ends ! Fish is hilarious -- I loved his character !…read more All performers are top notch -- you won't be disappointed. The music was much to my liking (live violin performance to kate bush/placebo). Nice costumes, too ! Special mention regarding the ambiance at Brava: It's spectacular. I loved my velvet seat. Rococo extra.

I travel to SF for work regularly, and I often stay at the Grand Hyatt just a block away. I was…read morehere for the long weekend and have been in a bit of a valley in terms of happiness in my life recently. I decided to head over for the Sunday night "cheaper Than Therapy" show on my own to try to pick myself up. I grabbed a liter of beer () from the bar and then we all crammed into the main stage, which was very intimate and cozy. I laughed and laughed and laughed, and I can genuinely say that I feel much better about things after going there tonight. The staff and host were all great. I think I'll make this a regular habit from now on when I visit SF. Rob.

This is the first stand-up comedy show I've been to that was actually funny!…read more There was a series of 6 comedians, hit & miss, some funnier than others (or maybe idk, I just don't have a sense of humor lol!) The drinks are surprisingly good (I got a mezcal one), and the space is tiny & intimate & scrappy and behind a kabob shop. The cast do everything - make the drinks, take your tickets, check you in, usher, and perform. Tickets are $25.

Anyone familiar with burning man, the box shop, the crucible, fire arts festival, etc. knows who I…read moream talking about. Everyone else, I highly encourage you to take advantage of any chance to experience the amazing metal & fire kinetic artwork this art collective creates. it takes a huge amount of work & resources to put something magical like the serpent mother together & they consistently do it, year in - year out. props.

I attended a New Years Eve circus and burlesque show produced by Smoke and Mirrors Menagerie, and…read morecan say this is certainly a charming little theater. And I mean LITTLE! For an event space, it's probably not the most ideal, but they made it work for a small, intimate crowd this past Saturday night. It's just really cozy, if you're comfortable with that. Plus it's confusing to find. The location seems really isolated, and you need to get buzzed in to what seems like an industrial building, then find the studio entrance down the hall on the 2nd floor. The lighting and decor inside are amazing, and looking upon the photos on the wall, and the props all around, I can tell they have the ability/potential to do really great photography and events here. They even have a vertical pole right at the front center of the stage, and plenty of equipment hung from the ceiling on stage to do aerial performances. The staff for the event we attended was friendly for sure, but seemed a little less professional, and things didn't seem as organized as I would expect. But it wasn't a problem for us, just an observation. It was almost like organized chaos. Exposed and jumbled cables and wires along the ceiling and walls, a sound system that's less than ideal, a substandard concessions bar for event guests, just a quirky vibe overall. But a successful show, enjoyable for guests... it's like things are meant to be imperfect and perhaps a little "messy". And since Little Boxes Theater hosts a number of workshops and productions in the creative arts, perhaps that's what makes it unique.

If you are looking for a space to hold an event, a class, or any sort of performance, I would…read moreencourage you to consider Little Boxes Theater here in San Francisco. We have been holding flagging events at Little Boxes for over a year, and the owners Kitty and Aaron have been a pleasure to work with! We have had a number of odd requests, and they always listen carefully and do their best to cheerfully accommodate us (or explain why they can't - very rare!) They say on their website that they "...encourage inclusivity & nourish diversity of race, class, cultural heritage, artistic expression, ability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation and everyone exactly how they are and choose to be as they move through life." My experience is that this is not just words to them - they actually walk the walk. If you would like to see how our event looked, I have footage here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fitpsf/permalink/8280377325328146/

Shout out to Eventbrite for alerting me to a stunning performance at San Francisco City Hall. Have…read moreto admit I knew nothing about the Zaccho Dance Theatre and Dancers' Group who put on "The People's Palace" aerial dance performance. Each set was 30 minutes and included large scale projections, dancers on balconies, dancers on the grand staircase, and the main event, two aerialists descending from the center of the rotunda. Now that they are on my radar, I look forward to checking out their long roster of events.

I've never written a review before. This place compels me to write a review. I am full of so many…read morewonderful feelings, I don't know where to start! Ok, so not too long ago I got home from my very first lesson at Zaccho and I am in LOVE. Before the class began, I knew I would be calling this place home. I want to start off by saying that I thought the Aerial Dance class for adults was going to be taught only on hoop and tissue. Traditionally speaking, one would think, right? To start, you get to play on single point apparatuses which include rope, tissue, trapeze, ladder, and something called a "window." For the love of God, I hope I got those names right. Someone, please feel free to correct me if I am wrong. Furthermore, the instructor is very sweet and patient. She made me feel very comfortable and safe. And for any money conscientious person, this place far exceeded my expectation for the price. Anywhere else this class could easily be $45 if not more. I am still on ecstasy from the class. [sigh]