Events Around The Bay
San Francisco Symphony Celebrates 16th Annual Dia De Los Muertos ( (Day of the Dead) with a Festive Concert, Lobby Installations, Community Activities and a Lavish Fiesta Dinner Experience November 4th at 2 p.m. This is definitely a fabulous concert and a celebration not to be missed. Miguel Harth-Bedoya conducts the San Francisco Symphony in […]
San Francisco Symphony Celebrates 16th Annual Dia De Los Muertos ( (Day of the Dead) with a Festive Concert, Lobby Installations, Community Activities and a Lavish Fiesta Dinner Experience
November 4th at 2 p.m.
This is definitely a fabulous concert and a celebration not to be missed. Miguel Harth-Bedoya conducts the San Francisco Symphony in the concert program, which includes music by Clarice Assad, Arturo Márquez, Alfonso Leng, Silvestre Revueltas, and Arturo Rodríguez.
Vocalist Edna Vázquez also joins the Symphony to perform a selection of songs. Dancers from Casa Círculo Cultural and performers from Canción de Obsidiana are featured throughout the concert. Every year leading up to the Symphony’s Day of the Dead celebration, the lobbies of Davies Symphony Hall are transformed with immersive art installations and altars built by local artists to honor the living and the deceased. Curated by longtime SF Symphony collaborator Martha Rodríguez-Salazar, this year’s celebration features music, art, and activities relating to Maya culture. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy the installations, family activities, sugar skulls, and live marimba music. Everyone is invited to leave messages on the interactive altar. The Día de los Muertos Concert is presented in partnership with the San Francisco Arts Commission. ¡Fiesta! Día de los Muertos presenting sponsors include Alexander’s Steakhouse Group, Pamela Rummage Culp, and Sharon & David Seto. See you there!
Information
415-864-6000; sfsymphony.org/Dia
Davies Symphony Hall at Grove Street and Van Ness in San Francisco
Photo courtesy of Drew Altizer for SF Symphony
Mrs. Christie Vanished and Reappeared at the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts.. or Did She?
Now through October 29, 2023
Mrs. Christie, authored by Heidi Armbruster and directed by Giovanna Sardelli, is the story of Agatha Christie vanishing in 1926 and reappearing eleven days later without explanation. It was a tabloid sensation—a mystery that, nearly a century later, remains unsolved. Fast forward to today: More than a little lost herself, a Christie superfan named Lucy makes the pilgrimage to the author’s estate. When she happens upon an unpublished diary written in Christie’s own hand, Lucy resolves to crack the case once and for all. In parallel storylines that blend past, present, and Poirot, Mrs. Christie proves that sometimes you need to disappear in order to find yourself.
Or do you?
“CAPTIVATING! A high-quality production with superb acting” — Los Altos Town Crier; “FIZZES AND DIZZIES! Blazes with talent. Whet your inner Hercule Poirot.”— San Francisco Chronicle; “Clever enough to share the Christie name… this is a show that everyone will enjoy” — Theater by the Bay
Need I say more? See this intriguing and fascinating production by the amazing TheaterWorks team of talented and brilliant actors and producers… but do not disappear!
Information
650-662-8978
Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts
500 Castro Street in Mountain View
Photos courtesy of TheatreWorks
Vroom.. Vroom.. Barbie and Ken are Driving to San Francisco’s Oracle Park
This year’s biggest movie is coming to San Francisco’s biggest screen at Oracle Park, the home playing field of the baseball champions SF Giants. In collaboration with Warner Bros. and Mattel, Oracle Park will host a special celebration of everything Barbie on Halloween weekend.
Come early. Wear a costume. Enjoy Barbie-inspired photo opportunities and themed food and beverages for purchase (keep an eye out for the pink carpet and Barbie Dream Boat). All tickets are General Admission. Choose from ballpark seats in the Lower Box or space on the Field (book early to guarantee your spot). Field Seats: Field ticket holders are encouraged to bring blankets to sit on the outfield grass. No chairs of any kind are permitted. Ticket Delivery: Tickets are mobile-only via the MLB Ballpark app: sfgiants.com. Get your tickets today & don’t miss this opportunity to watch the box office smash hit on Oracle Park’s 4K scoreboard (bigger than an IMAX screen!)
A portion of every ticket sold supports the Barbie Dream Gap Project.
Information
sfgiants.com
Oracle Park at 24 Willie Mays Plaza in San Francisco
Autumn with Roses in Sonoma Country
October/November 2023
The Russian River Rose Company is in full bloom. Enjoy hundreds of roses giving forth their glorious Fall Re-bloom and rose planting tips. Nursery is open and brimming with a stunning variety (over 600) of beautiful roses, irises and perennials.
Get free advice, gardening handouts and tips on waterwise drip irrigation! Remember: Fall is the best time to plant! Book a Garden Tour which includes guided tour, map, souvenir postcard, delicious ‘rose water,’ sorbet sampling and more! Free Rose Planting Demonstrations are scheduled on Saturday of Nov. 4 at 10 am.
Stop by the Butterfly Garden as the colorful Butterflies and beautiful Hummingbirds greet you as you wander the garden. Tired? Sit on the new ‘Butterfly Bench’ or enjoy viewing the ‘Hummingbird Wall’. Visit the fabulous gift shop to get your early Christmas shopping done: I recommend the Rose Perfume as it is my favorite gift to purchase and to receive.
Information
707-433-7455; info@russian-river-rose.com
Garden Tours – $10.00 per person
Nursery & Garden open by appointment Tuesday through Saturdays
Russian River Rose Company
1685 Magnolia Drive, Healdsburg
Photos courtesy of Mikala Kennan
