Meet Basil Twist
Basil Twist, a puppeteer, defines that term broadly—as bringing inanimate objects to life. His genius (and he has the receipts, […]
In the Wings of Wheeldon’s Cinderella
Take a look behind the scenes with a unique view of Christopher Wheeldon's Cinderella, photographed by Erik Tomasson from the wings.
Preparation, Pasta, and Pointe Shoes: A Day in the Nutcracker Life of Two SF Ballet Dancers
Follow two Nutcracker dancers from morning class to curtain call.
Magical Moments with Frances Chung
We sat down with Frances during a rare, quiet moment in the bustling studios of San Francisco Ballet and we’re […]
Recognizing Betsy Erickson and Anita Paciotti
Recognizing Ballet Masters Betsy Erickson and Anita Paciotti as Christensen Society Honorees
The Art of Education: SF Ballet School Trainees tour to Ballet Sun Valley
This week, San Francisco Ballet School Trainees take three world premieres to Idaho’s heartland: Dana Genshaft’s Heliotrope, Karen Gabay’s Amour […]
Crossroads: Meet Dancer WanTing Zhao
WanTing Zhao joined the Company in 2011 and made a splash as the Mermaid in Neumeier’s The Little Mermaid last […]
In Conversation with Kelly Tweeddale
An interview with SF Ballet incoming executive director Kelly Tweeddale.
At the Crossroads of Movement and Music
The power of dancing to live music
Dancer Steven Morse Brings Back DanceFAR (For A Reason)
"Dance has the power to educate and inform and change people's lives."
Crossroads: Meet Dancer Daniel Deivison-Oliveira
A native of Rio de Janeiro, Daniel Deivison-Oliveira studied at SF Ballet School before joining the Company as a member […]
Summer with SF Ballet: Part 1
When dancers are in the off-season, they're not really off.
SF Ballet School Holds First-Ever Auditions in Mexico
San Franciso Ballet School holds its first-ever auditions in Mexico as part of Despertares Impulsa and awards 12 scholarships.
Meet Principal Dancer Misa Kuranaga
"Coming back to SF Ballet is coming back to where I started," says Kuranaga.
Q & A with James Gott
SFB Orchestra's principal timpanist on his musical start and 30-plus year career.
Q & A with Richard Battle
Battle, a beloved fixture backstage, retires after more than 40 years.