Brava has undertaken appropriate modifications to comply with current health and safety protocols. We highly recommend patrons wear face coverings to ensure health and wellbeing of all. Please check each event page for more specific information on Covid protocols.
This free writing and performance workshop series invites immigrant storytellers of different backgrounds to explore their immigration stories and use storytelling as a method to activate individual and collective cultural power.
Warango is a musical project born in the city of Oakland, California, based in Afro-Peruvian musical roots and anchored in the strong presence of Afro-Peruvian percussion: Cajon, Cajita and Quijada de Burro (donkey's jawbone); instruments that are part of the resistance history of African descendants in Peru.
Immerse in this rich mosaic of music that harnesses the power of the female voice. A world premiere by up-and-coming composer Emma Logan, West Coast premieres by Laura Schwendinger and Augusta Read Thomas, and music from San Francisco’s Mary Kouyoumdijian showcase these sonic narratives about women, by women.
Nutcracker is a beautiful, intelligent, and relevant fairy tale! The Grand Kyiv Ballet actors, who are leading Ukrainian ballet dancers and have represented it with dignity over the last five years on the world’s leading stages, take part in the performance.
Trina Maria thought she met the rom com movie butch of her dreams. Seeking heartbreak relief she trudges up a steep hill to a mystical “break-up” support group of queer misfits.
With You Productions and Brava for Women in the Arts announce "Stories That Change Us," a transformative storytelling workshop series designed to amplify immigrant voices and counter harmful narratives through the power of personal storytelling. Facilitated by Kat Evasco, this free three-session workshop culminates in a public performance at the Brava Theater Center on December 7, 2024.
Join La Mezcla and Brava out in the neighborhood on Sunday, Dec 8, starting at 6pm! We are excited to be en comunidad with the Bay Area Son Jarocho community in celebration of La Rama!
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.
Mission artist and activist Agana has set up shop (quite literally) in Brava's storefront windows!
⭐ Settle in for a spectacular show with We call it Ballet in SF Bay Area! The timeless tale of Sleeping Beauty is brought to life like never before, with expressive storytelling, immaculate dancing, and costumes glittering with glow-in-the-dark lights. Get your tickets for We call it Ballet: Sleeping Beauty in a Dazzling Light Show in SF Bay Area!