Spellbound: San Francisco Ballet’s 2020 Opening Night Gala
January 16 at 5 p.m.

Join the fabulous festivity of one of the Bay Area’s most anticipated annual events as San Francisco Ballet launches the 2020 repertory season with Spellbound: San Francisco Ballet’s 2020 Opening Night Gala. The evening begins with a cocktail reception and black-tie fundraising dinner at San Francisco City Hall at 5 p.m. The evening’s performance begins at 8 p.m. and will feature twelve pieces, including three world premieres by current and former members of SF Ballet’s company: Val Caniparoli, choreographer in residence Yuri Possokhov, and Myles Thatcher.

The program will include Stars & Stripes; From Siberia To Moscow; Balcony pas de deux from Romeo and Juliet; Pas de deux from Swan Lake; Pas de deux from Bells; Pas de deux from Le Corsaire; and the Finale from Diamonds. The after party will be held in San Francisco City Hall from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. The after party will feature lavish décor, live music by Pop Rocks and students from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, DJ Chris Clouse, as well as an open bar, and late-night fare by McCalls Catering & Events.

Tickets and Information
War Memorial Opera House in San Francisco
Photo courtesy of SF Ballet
415-865-2000
sfballet.org

Dumpling Workshop in San Francisco
January 12 at 2 p.m.

Have yourself a savory Sunday! Dumplings are even tastier when you make them yourself. Join chef and food blogger Kristina Cho at Foragers Present for an afternoon of dumpling making. In this class, you’ll learn on how to make dumpling wrappers from scratch, how to mix the perfect juicy dumpling filling, how to pleat like a master, and how to cook them up!

Each participant will prepare 16 dumplings: plenty to enjoy at the end of class and still have some to take home to share or freeze and savor later! There will be meat and vegetarian filling options available and wrappers will contain gluten. Kristina Cho is a San Francisco based food blogger. Her blog Eat Cho Food showcases her love of dumplings, noodles, and artful bakes. Her joyful recipes are inspired by growing up in her family’s restaurant, colors, the seasons, and a strong love for feeding people.

Tickets and Information
Price: $85
For tickets call 1-866-902-2531
Foragers Present
1186 Valencia Street in San Francisco
Photo courtesy of Kristina Cho

The Red Violin with Full Score by Symphony Silicon Valley in San Jose
January 24, 25, and 26

With Maestro Shih-Hung Young brilliantly conducting Symphony Silicon Valley and with virtuoso violinist Lara St. John as the guest soloist, Symphony Silicon Valley presents a concert that is visually intriguing and musically exciting. The orchestra will play John Corigliano’s musical score to accompany the eventful biopic of a legendary violin, following it from 17th century Italy to the present day. The Oscar and Grammy–winning score, widely praised by music critics (“classical elegance, gypsy passion”) will beautifully partner the full film.

The Red Violin, written by Don McKellar with François Girard, follows the intricate history of a mysterious antique violin from its creation by a legendary luthier in 1681 in Cremona, Italy, to an auction house in modern-day Montreal where it draws the eye of an expert appraiser. Follow the violin’s journey as it travels through five different countries over the course of four centuries, mysteriously impacting all who play it. The performance version of the Oscar®-winning film score was meticulously reconstructed with the assistance and approval of composer John Corigliano himself. Don’t miss this priceless opportunity to experience Academy Award®­winning director François Girard’s 1998 film, screened live on the stage of the stunning California Theatre.

Tickets and Information
Prices range from $50 to $98
408-286-2600
symphonysiliconvalley.org
345 South First Street in San Jose
The California Theatre

Photos courtesy of Symphony Silicon Valley

Pushing the Limits World Tour with Harlem Globetrotters on the Way to San Jose
January 17, 19, 20

Don’t miss the one and only Harlem Globetrotters as they showcase new high-flying dunks, hilarious stunts, and unforgettable family moments. A trip to the Bay Area has extra meaning for the Globetrotters in recent years, as the comparison between the Globetrotters and the Golden State Warriors is commonplace for media, fans, and players. The Globetrotters have collaborated with the Warriors on several occasions, including a visit with Stephen Curry in 2018 and an introduction of the Globetrotters’ 4-point shot with Klay Thompson in 2017. On the new tour, Globetrotters’ fans will experience even bigger moments and memories, including a live world record attempt at each game. Plus, many markets will feature a glow in the dark performance.

Tickets and Information
www1.ticketmaster.com
SAP Center
525 West Santa Clara Street in San Jose

Photo courtesy of SAP Center

Lina Broydo immigrated from Russia, then the Soviet Union, to Israel where she was educated and got married. After working at the University in Birmingham, England, she and her husband immigrated to the United States. She lives in Los Altos Hills, CA and writes about travel, art, style, entertainment, and sports. She hardly cooks or bakes, with no borsch or piroshky on her home cooking menu. Therefore, she makes reservations and enjoys dining out, mostly sushi.