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BottleRock 2013 - A Great Addition to the Festival Lineup

Enjoy food, comedy, and great music at the BottleRock Music Festival in Napa Valley

Hubbard Street + LINES Ballet Review – A Spectacular San Francisco Premiere

I had the unusual opportunity of attending Cal Performances at Zellerbach Hall on the University of California Berkeley campus where I saw three premieres by Hubbard Street + LINES Ballet

Mikado Review II – Memories

The D'Oyly-Carte Opera Company came to New York in 1936 when I was in high school, and we took the train into the city every Friday to see ten of the G&S operettas

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Dispatch - Bridging The Gap Between Music and Friendship

“The band is really positive and its amazing.” explains Corrigan, “Our friendships are stronger than before.” Dispatch will be playing live at the Greek Theatre in Berkeley, CA on June 15th-this is a show you do not want to miss

Walt Disney Family Museum Review- Where Dreams Come True (After Lots of Careful Sketches)

The Walt Disney Family Museum offers a plentiful amount of special information and artifacts about the life and times of Walt Disney

PARS EQUALITY CENTER’S 3rd ANNUAL NOWRUZ (PERSIAN NEW YEAR) GALA RAISES FUNDS FOR BAY AREA COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

Pars Equality Center celebrated its 3rd Annual Nowruz Gala in honor of the Persian New Year. 770 guests gathered to raise awareness and over $250,000 in funds for the Center’s programs, as well as support its expansion into additional U.S. markets

China's Terracotta Warriors Review- The Eighth Wonder of the World

China's Terracotta Warriors exhibit showcases ten figures created for the First Emperor's burial tomb, along with other artifacts

Rigoletto Met HD Review- Viva Las Vegas?

This 60's style Rigoletto is a new take on the classic tale of corruption, revenge, and love by Giusseppe Verdi

Smuin Ballet Winter Program Review – Precise and Passionate

For the past three years I have been fortunate enough to be in the Bay Area (visiting from Chicago) at the right time to see the Smuin Ballet’s Winter Program. I loved this year's program

Año Nuevo State Park Review – A Unique Experience

My friend and I have each wanted to visit Año Nuevo State Park for many years and finally on a beautiful February day, we did

Girl with a Pearl Earring Exhibition Review - The Makings of a Golden Afternoon

The allure of the Girl with a Pearl Earring still exists at San Francisco's de Young Museum

Neumeier's Hamburg Ballet Review - Telling the Nijinsky Story

John Neumeier's evocative ballet Nijinsky is a tour-de-force for the renowned Hamburg Ballet company. The dreamscape recalls Nijinsky's life, iconic creations and descent into madness

“One Day University” Review – A Unique Approach to Education and Fundraising

I had the chance to attend the One Day University in Palo Alto, California which was billed as “All the best of college ---and no homework!"

Maria Stuarda in MetHD Review—History Taken to Dramatic Heights

The Met’s presentation of Maria Stuarda was spectacular, as nuanced and rich as it could have been. The encore performance takes place on February 6

Noise Pop 2013 - A Sneak Peek In The 'Infamous' Culture Club

Packing up and embarking on a very much needed week trip to the Bay has never sounded so delightful until now. Noise Pop 2013 combines all the factors that we know and love, which are: music, film, art, and more in order to make the ultimate festival

Noise Pop 2013 - A Preview to the Art, Film, and Music

The Noise Pop 2013 Festival is a festival that truly has something for everyone. Art,Film, and Music- the team at Noise Pop have mastered their craft. Noise Pop 2013 takes place in San Francisco, California from February 26-March 3rd

Bing Concert Hall Review – A Night to Remember

I was thrilled to attend the opening concert at the Bing Concert Hall on January 11, 2013, an amazing evening I will long remember

Treasure Island Music Festival - A Hidden Gem in The Bay

Eclectic beats, colorful crowds, dance parties, and complete and utter chaos are the embodiment and mantra of this festival in the bay

Darrell Wayne's KTHO Radio Showcases Classic FM Rock

Best known to rock aficionados as "Insane Darrell Wayne" on LA’s world famous KROQ, Darrell Wayne is now an entrepreneur using modern media to find a new home for that classic FM format, founding his own successful radio station, KTHO Lake Tahoe

Goldeneye Vineyards Review - A Unique Wine-Tasting Experience in the Anderson Valley

As far as wine tastings go, this one ranks near the top of the list. I would recommend a trip to Goldeneye Vineyards to anyone who visits the Mendocino Coast

Berkeley's Renovated Memorial Stadium Review - A Spectacular Engineering and Architectural Achievement

Without doubt, the 63,000 fans who gather together at the beautifully refurbished stadium to watch the Golden Bears play football will be delighted by the multitude of modern enhancements

Silver Oak Cellars Tour and Tasting Review - The Perfect Way to Celebrate a Birthday in the Napa Valley.

Silver Oak is an excellent stop for wine lovers and for tourists who want to experience great California wines and learn about the wine-making process

Star Studded Tribute to Ray Charles - George’s Nightclub on Feb 17th, 2012 at 9:00 p.m.

Friday evening, February 17th is a star studded tribute to Ray Charles. The tribute features Santana keyboardist David K. Mathews, Santana vocalist Tony Lindsay, well know blues guitarist Chris Cain, former lead-singer with "The Hoodoo Rhythm Devils" and "The Zasu Pitts Memorial Orchestra” Glenn Walters and Deszon X. Claiborne. This show will be one to remember!