BRAVA! FOR WOMEN IN THE ARTS CULTIVATES THE ARTISTIC EXPRESSION OF WOMEN, PEOPLE OF COLOR, YOUTH, LGBTQIA+, AND OTHER UNDERREPRESENTED VOICES.
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Kunoichi Productions, in partnership with Brava! For Women in the Arts and Theatre of Yugen, presents Pacific Overtures by Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman. This mix elements of Kabuki theatre with the conventions of the Broadway musical is a highly original, powerful, educational and surprisingly humorous theatrical experience about Commodore Matthew Perry's 1853 mission to open trade relations with Japan.
Inspired by the life-cycle of whales, these Expressive Arts sessions are an invitation for a creative exploration of the wisdom of whales as a metaphor and mirror for our own lives. Using a multi-modal approach, the expressive arts are a powerful tool for inner exploration through words and images.
Inspired by the life-cycle of whales, these Expressive Arts sessions are an invitation for a creative exploration of the wisdom of whales as a metaphor and mirror for our own lives. Using a multi-modal approach, the expressive arts are a powerful tool for inner exploration through words and images.
Join us for the premiere of El Corazón de la Misión — a powerful tribute to our community, our history, and our spirit. This project is a journey through the heart of La Misión (Calle 24 & Mission), where we celebrate the cultural richness of our Latino community.
After its international success, with over 225,000 attendees, Authentic Flamenco is coming to San Francisco with an all-new production and cast! The brand new show features award-winning Ángeles Gabaldón, alongside a renowned line-up of Spanish artists, coming to San Francisco for the first time with a captivating world-class fusion of live music, dance, and singing. Feel the raw power of this pure Spanish art form in an incredible venue, brought to you by Fever & The Royal Opera of Madrid.
For 39 years, Brava has worked to amplify the voices of the subaltern; the overlooked and silenced. We commit to carrying this work forward and to support our community throughout this dangerous time.
We have so much GRATITUDE for all of the incredible artists (performers, teachers, technicians, designers, and creators) who have graced our stages and filled Brava Theater Center with energy and excitement!
With more resources going to pay bills, Brava needs to raise $50,000 over the summer to continue providing the highest quality of inspirational performances, support for the Artists, free and low-cost Youth Programs, and subsidies for the Community to host events at Brava.
On the morning of June 9th, 2023– Brava had the honor of being presented with local, state, and national honors, and the Leadership Peacemaker Award from Community Boards, a non-profit conflict resolution and restorative justice center.
As one of Brava’s Resident Artists, Marga Gomez embarks on a year-long journey taking over the Brava Cabaret with monthly installments of the Who’s Your Mami comedic Marathon.
Cesar Cadabes on finding joy through crisis, monkeypox, and the power of community care. A conversation with Cadabes discussing his one-man autobiographical show, Not My First Pandemic which was featured in the With You Festival.
Brava is currently seeking part-time event staff to join our vibrant, dedicated Front of House Team. Open positions include House Managers, Box Office Agents, and Concessionaires.
Corn, Maiz, Cintli– the food of our ancestors, corn is revered as sacred for the indigenous peoples of the Americas, from North and south, transcending la frontera, and time.
Indómitas is a live monthly podcast series hosted by Chelis López of KPOO and Radio Bilingüe, featuring untamable voices of fierce women artists and activists.