July 2009Arts & EntertainmentJuly 1 - July 11 Theater: Fayette-Nam at Thick House Theater On a fate-filled night in Fayetteville, North Carolina, on the fringes of the U.S. Army Base known as Fayette-Nam, a young African-American soldier goes AWOL before being deployed to Iraq, and hides out at a donut shop. He also just happens to be in a love triangle with the shop’s owner and her daughter. Will they each discover what they’re really looking for before it’s too late? Find out in the world premiere of this dark comedy by Aurorae Khoo. Thursday through Saturday 8 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m. Tickets: $15 to $25 sliding scale, no one turned away for lack of funds! Thick House Theater, 1695 18th Street, between Carolina and Arkansas streets. Information: www.asianamericantheater.org; 401.8081.
July 1 – July 17 Art: “You Are Exactly Where You Need to Be” The Ping Pong Gallery presents its first solo exhibition with Susan O’Malley. A Bay Area artist and curator, O’Malley uses simple and recognizable tools of engagement – offering a pep talk, distributing flyers in neighborhood mailboxes, hanging inspirational posters – to offer entry into a sometimes humorous interaction of everyday life. O’Malley has participated in programs and exhibitions at Southern Exposure, Hardware Store Gallery, and Mission 17, among other venues. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6 to 9 p.m.; Fridays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ping Pong Gallery, 1240 22nd Street, between Pennsylvania and Mississippi streets. Information: www.pingponggallery.com; 550.7483
Art: Second Annual Farley’s Staff Art Show View art created by those talented people that serve you coffee each day. The cafe’s walls and window boxes will be filled with a variety of artistic styles and mediums. Two bands consisting of past and present Farley’s staff will perform. 7 p.m. Farley’s, 1315 18th Street
Family: Giants County Fair The San Francisco Giants are bringing all the games, food, music, and fun of a county fair to San Francisco. Featuring 19 carnival rides - including a ferris wheel, bumper cars, and a haunted mansion - midway games, carnival food, a Giants baseball zone, and live music. McCovey Cove, Lot A. $5 for adults; kids 12 and under free. Unlimited ride tickets $20 for adults; $15 for kids. For tickets and information: sfgiants.com/fair; 1.800.225.2277.
Photography: “We Are” Almost three decades ago Kanemoto was a homophobic tourist at a gay event in San Francisco. She was also a brilliant photographer, snapping away at the dramatic Sister Missionary Position, a Sister of Perpetual Indulgence. The two began a conversation that changed Kanemoto’s life. Her archival portraits display different people with one look on their faces: a mix of determination and triumph that equals wary fearlessness. As one observer noted, “The show…captures the moment in time in which the gay rights movement blossomed, recalling both how different things became after that moment, and embodying the concept of a forgotten gem.” Tuesdays to Thursdays 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Fridays to Sundays 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Rayko Photo Center, 428 Third Street, at Harrison. Information: www.raykophoto.com; 495.3773.
Kids: Explore Golden Gate Park with Naturalists Take a closer look at the fascinating world of plants through fun hands-on activities. Learn about the importance of maintaining biodiversity, and the controversial issue of native versus invasive species. For ages seven and up, children under 13 must be accompanied by a parent. Participants should wear comfortable clothes and sturdy shoes for outdoor activities. Tuesday from 1 to 4 p.m. Tickets: Academy admission plus $3 per person. Buy tickets online or call 379.8000 (press 0 for a reservation representative). Information: www.calacademy.org/events.
Poetry: A Celebration of Poetry & Printing Join poets and letterpress printers Lisa Rappoport and Katherine Case for a celebration of the tradition of letterpress printed poetry. Rappoport and Case will read from classics and their new work, including Rappoport’s new double chapbook published by Etherdome, Figments and Aftermaths. Letterpress broadsides created by the poets will also be available. Buy a broadside and pull it yourself off the press. 7 p.m. Free. San Francisco Center for the Book, 300 De Haro Street, at 16th. Information: www.sfcb.org.
Art: The Crucible’s 9th Annual Fire Arts Festival Experience this spectacular open-air exhibition of interactive fire art, performance and the largest collection of outdoor fire sculpture on the West Coast. You’ll be dwarfed by gigantic sculptures, get hands-on with interactive installations, and experience an eye-popping array of cutting edge fire sculpture and art. Fire performers will awe and amaze the most discerning pyrophile, and you’ll be dazzled by incredible music and dance performances. It’s the must-see event of the summer. This year, the View’s own Catie Magee will be showing her first fire sculpture, Harmoni! 8 p.m. to midnight. Tickets: adults $35 to $50; youth $30 to $45; discounts on advance purchases. West Oakland near the West Grand exit off 880. Information: thecrucible.org; 510.444.0919 X122.
Theater: San Francisco Theater Festival The San Francisco Theater Festival, an annual showcase of the region’s theater companies and solo performers, will feature performances by Wicked cast members and Beach Blanket Babylon. All types of theater will be presented, including drama, comedy, one-acts, excerpts, musical theater, solo performers, improv, and new works. Twenty shows for children will be on offer. It’s fun and free. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Yerba Buena Gardens/Yerba Buena Center for the Arts/Zeum/Metreon/Contemporary Jewish Museum, 760 Howard Street. Information: www.SFTheaterFestival.org; 543.1718 |
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