From a visionary production and nearly 90 years of history at San Francisco Opera to the artists bringing Mozart's beloved characters to life, we're excited to take you behind the curtain to discover what it takes to bring one of opera's greatest masterpieces to the stage. First performed in 1786, ...

From world-class performances and breathtaking aerial artistry to haunting projections and Halloween festivities, the sixth annual Death by Aria brought a spectacular evening of music and mystery to San Francisco. For the past five years, Red Curtain Addict and Taste of Talent have brought their signature Halloween celebration, Death by ...

November in the Bay Area brings a wonderful mix of live performances, music, theater, dance, and holiday favorites. Whether you're planning a cultural night out, exploring something new, or getting a head start on the holiday season, here are Red Curtain Addict’s top picks for November 2026!

From a star-studded celebration at Walt Disney Concert Hall to a season of world premieres, visionary leadership, and artistic innovation, we're taking you inside one of Los Angeles's biggest cultural celebrations. Los Angeles knows how to make an entrance, and the Los Angeles Philharmonic's opening night gala was no exception! ...

What does it take to turn one of the most defining moments in wine history into a brand-new opera? Fifty years ago, a blind wine tasting in Paris changed the course of Napa Valley's history forever. In celebration of this milestone and its own 20th anniversary, Festival Napa Valley set ...

From haunted cathedrals and immersive art installations to live orchestras and family-friendly festivities, discover five unforgettable ways to celebrate Halloween in San Francisco this October! Halloween in the Bay Area is about so much more than haunted houses and trick-or-treating! This October, San Francisco's incredible arts and cultural organizations are ...

October brings plenty of exciting ways to experience the Bay Area arts scene, from opera and orchestral performances to jazz, dance, theater, and live music. Whether you're looking for a night out at the opera or a fun fall performance, there's something for every arts lover. Here’s your curated Red ...

This season, California Symphony is celebrating 40 years of bringing orchestral music to audiences across the Bay Area, and its milestone year is packed with everything from beloved masterworks and world premieres to the return of a favorite holiday tradition. To celebrate, Red Curtain Addict recently featured Donato Cabrera, Artistic ...

Kari Lincks Coomans, founder and CEO of Red Curtain Addict, is named one of San Francisco Magazine’s 2026 Dynamic Women, recognizing her impact on the Bay Area arts community.

September in the Bay Area brings a new season of live performances. From exciting opera and Broadway shows to symphony concerts, dance, and theater, there’s something for every arts lover to enjoy this month.

A secret password. An underground arts speakeasy. Live opera. And an intimate conversation with some of the people shaping San Francisco Opera’s upcoming season. Before the curtain rises on San Francisco Opera’s 2026–27 season, we partnered with San Francisco Opera’s BRAVO! Club to give our communities the chance to experience ...

The gowns. The performances. The champagne. The red carpets. Fall gala season is almost here, and some of the Bay Area’s biggest arts nights of the year are right around the corner. There’s something special about gala season in San Francisco. These evenings bring together world-class performances, incredible fashion, beautiful ...