The Letters

Attention must be paid. And, dear comrades, is it ever in "The Letters." John W. Lowell's 85-minute play is an intricate cat-and-mouse game played out in the inscrutably authoritarian world of 1930s Soviet Union.

by Kilian Melloy | May 5, 2014

Throwing Muses & Other Attractions

An original musical based on pop icon Kristin Hersh's memoir of a troubled and triumphant year in her life is the centerpiece attraction in the 14th annual DIVAfest.

by Kilian Melloy | May 4, 2014

Out There :: Stylish Thriller Opens Film Festival

Opening night of the 57th San Francisco International Film Festival was a special thrill for Out There, a big Patricia Highsmith fan.

by Kilian Melloy | May 3, 2014

Jeremy Jordan Shoots to Stardom

There are big breaks, and there are overnight sensations. And then there's Jeremy Jordan.

by Kilian Melloy | May 1, 2014

Escaping Into World Cinema

The 57th San Francisco International Film Festival concludes with a final week of treasures, climaxing in actor Chris Messina's Closing Night chamber piece, Alex of Venice. Here are nine suggestions on how to enjoy your film week.

by Kilian Melloy | May 2, 2014

Climber Claims Uganda Peak for LGBT Equality

Neal Gottlieb, the founding twin of Three Twins Ice Cream, has taken the world by surprise by raising the rainbow flag atop the tallest peak in Uganda during a six-day climb to the summit.

by Kilian Melloy | May 4, 2014

Lesbian Teacher Fights for Her Job Back

When Julia Frost applied for a teaching position with the Hesperia Unified School District, she figured it would be a perfect place to work.

by Kilian Melloy | May 2, 2014

SJ Pride Rebrands Itself

It's a new day for San Jose Pride as the organization changes its name to Silicon Valley Pride for a more inclusive South Bay focus.

by Kilian Melloy | May 1, 2014

Tenants Seek Support for Tax Measure

About 150 housing activists and tenants gathered across the street from San Francisco City Hall recently to kick off a campaign for a planned November ballot measure that would tax real estate speculators.

by Kilian Melloy | May 5, 2014

Trevor Sigler

Boise-born Trevor Sigler has made a name for himself as a Bay Area DJ in just a few short years. Now his first album is out. Sigler discusses the new disc.

by Kilian Melloy | May 3, 2014


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