Brava! for Women in the Arts owns and operates the Brava Theater Center. Brava produces, presents, and cultivates the artistic expression of women, BIPOC, youth, LGBTQIA+, and other underrepresented voices.
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Join TEACH for a powerful evening of storytelling and connection at Beyond the A Word, our 9th Annual Abortion Storytelling Event. Advocates, providers, students, and community members will share real stories that reflect the complex and emotional human realities of reproductive health and justice with humor, empathy, and honesty
Join us for the culminating event of our SFAC Shaping Legacy series on reimagining the Francis Scott Key monument, taking place onSunday, September 21st, 7pm at the Brava for Women in the Arts Theater Center.
Acclaimed artist Lava Thomas will share her creative journey and insights behind designing the powerful Maya Angelou monument at the SF Public Library. Facilitated by Paul S. Flores, the evening will also feature presentations by the two lead artists, CieraJevae ‘Cici’ Gordon and DJ Agana, selected to envision a new monument for Golden Gate Park—inspired by community dialogue and historical reflection.
Diaspora Arts Connection proudly presents Emad Bonakdar's "Without Borders" on Saturday, September 27, 2025, 8:00 PM, at the Brava Theater in San Francisco. Join us for a unique concert offering a blend of authentic Iranian, Flamenco, and Jazz music. In this special event, you’ll witness the beautiful Flamenco dance of Fanny Ara, and live performances by three vocalists with unique voices, Dina Zarif, Azadeh Farpour, and Khatchatour Khatchatourian. This concert especially focuses on women and the pressures they have faced throughout history, celebrating women’s freedom and empowerment. It emphasizes the role of female artists and aims to bridge cultures through a memorable and unforgettable experience for all music lovers and advocates of social justice.
Samson Koletkar, the world’s only Indian Jewish stand-up comic, delivers an hour of clean, culture-blending comedy packed with cerebral punchlines and razor-sharp callbacks. Named one of BookMyShow’s “10 Best Indian-Origin Comedians,” he’s toured the U.S., Canada, and India, with credits including NPR, NBC, NDTV, JFL Vancouver, and SF Sketchfest.
Mile-high hair. Synthesized sounds. Teenage rebellion. Elizabeth Ai was on a mission to excavate an untold story of rebellious punks in the chaotic world of 80s Vietnamese New Wave until she uncovers a hidden past.
El Güegüense XIII will continue to connect Nicaragua with our vibrant community here in the Bay Area, weaving together the rich traditions of our shared experiences and histories. Casa Abierta is our heartfelt offering—an expression of joy, defiance, and love for a homeland that lives through its people.
PAST EVENTS
Step into the heart of a high-stakes trial with The Jury Experience in San Francisco. In this live theatre show, YOU are the jury—the power to deliver justice is entirely in your hands. You’ll examine every piece of the puzzle, from witness testimonies to forensic data, and ultimately decide: guilty or innocent?