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A woman kneels on the ground smiling. She is looking at a plant in a glass that is growing.

Beyond the Stage - Bay Area

Mending the Past Through “Mother of Exiles” and Collective Storytelling

An interview with the playwright of Berkeley Rep’s newest show. Plus, SF Symphony Youth Orchestra begins their season this week and an opera is on demand from SF Opera.

A large tree is in the center of the stage with a moon in the background. Two lovers embrace under the tree.

Beyond the Stage - Bay Area

SF Opera Comes Full Circle: “The Ring” Returns in 2028

A historic event returns to San Francisco Opera in 2028. Plus, cellist Gautier Capuçon performs at San Francisco Symphony, and a new video from Berkeley Rep explores the creative process of their latest play.

Cellist Gautier Capuçon wears a blue tux and holds his instrument, looking at the camera.

Beyond the Stage - Bay Area

In Conversation with Gautier Capuçon: Collaboration, Connection and the Sound of Earth

An interview with the world-renowned cellist Gautier Capuçon. Plus, a tale of sisters takes the stage at Berkeley Rep and Cal Performances shares a taste of Manual Cinema’s upcoming show.

Three women stand close together singing, the one in the middle plays the guitar. An older man plays the piano.

Beyond the Stage - Bay Area

Don’t Miss a Moment at Berkeley Rep’s “The Hills of California” with Accessible Dates

Plan your November with help from our accessibility calendar. Plus, celebrate Día de Los Muertos with SF Symphony.

A set shows a living room in the 1970s. Two women sit, one mad, the other laughing, and a third dances.

Accessible Performances

The Bay Area’s November lineup of accessible performances

Your monthly guide to inclusive performances in San Francisco, Berkeley, and beyond.

Lila downs wears a white dress, with a long braid. She sits in front of a beige wall and holds her guitar.

Beyond the Stage - Bay Area

Cultural Storytelling: A Día de los Muertos Celebration with Lila Downs

The perfect event for the season comes to Cal Performances this Saturday. Plus, two Russian masterpieces are conducted by David Afkham at SF Symphony and Masterclasses offer the public something new to try.

Music in the Shadow of War: Ravel and Bartók at SF Symphony

Beyond the Stage - Bay Area

Music in the Shadow of War: Ravel and Bartók at SF Symphony

Before attending Ravel’s Daphnis et Chloé, learn about the environment that created the masterpiece. Plus, Berkeley Rep hosts an audio described performance this weekend and SF Opera brings back the Scouts.