Review: 'Vampire Cinema: The First One Hundred Years' Offers Biting Genre History
In his new book "Vampire Cinema: The First One Hundred Years," author and film historian Christopher Frayling recounts a century of blood-sucking cinematic (and small screen) masterpieces and camp classics.
Stephane Degout: French Baritone's a Star 'Over There' and on Recordings
French baritone Stephane Degout, a central player in repertoires ranging from early music to new-music premieres, is featured in four recent recordings.
Review: 'Hocus Pocus 2' Fun, but Fumbles
Since the plot is a virtual carbon copy of its 1993 predecessor, "Hocus Pocus 2" could be considered an unimaginative, repackaged remake, with some amusing moments.
Choreographer Vincent Paterson Talks Making Iconic Moves for Madonna, Michael Jackson, and Many Others
While you may not recognize his name, you definitely know his work. Vincent Paterson has choreographed some of the most iconic dances for pop music in the 20th century, plus musicals, operas and more, all shared in his new memoir.
Breaking Boundaries: 'Beyond Binary' at SF State Fine Arts Gallery
The timely "Beyond Binary" exhibit of trans and non-binary-identifying artists at the Fine Arts Gallery, San Francisco State University, is on view through Oct. 27.
Scream, Queens: The Lavender Tube on Spooky Shows, Fictional and Factional
This month, the small screen gives us some big scares. Here's a roundup of the best new shows, and a bit of scary political news.
'The Red Shades' – Adrienne Price's Trans Superhero Rock Opera
"The Red Shades," now being presented in a world premiere production at Z Space, began seven years ago as a series of voice memos while composer Adrienne Price commuted to and from work.
Nonetheless: Andrew Sean Greer's 'Less Is Lost' is Less than 'Less'
Andrew Sean Greer's last novel, "Less," was a uproarious surprise hit. If you loved it, snap up "Less Is Lost," the sequel. But in what could be called a second act, the follow-up is –literally, sadly– less.
Gods and Monsters: Haunting Classical Music Events
Evening fog chills the city, making a mysterious cover for things that go bump in the night. The San Francisco Symphony and San Francisco Opera are providing the soundtrack as Halloween creeps near.
Moody Blues: Stephan Ferris' 'Blue Movie: Scenes from the Life of a Sexual Outlaw'
Former gay porn actor Stephan Ferris's debut memoir that chronicles his life in 77 unflinching and graphically depicted scenes. Ferris (aka Blue Bailey) considers the experiences that shaped his early years as "dangerous and potentially deadly."
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