The Bay Bridged | Jun 19, 2013
Listen to the Bay Bridged mix of bands performing at this year's Phono del Sol festival, including: Thee Oh Sees, Social Studies, Radiation City, Cool Ghouls, K. Flay and more.
Art Review | Jun 18, 2013
Bedford Gallery's 'Larger Than Life' Is the Best Show Ever
A giant pink inflatable elephant, a yeti hugging a unicorn, and a big blue head -- what could be better? By Kristin Farr
Noise Pop | Jun 18, 2013
Treasure Island Music Festival 2013 Lineup
Listen to the Noise Pop Podcast previewing some of the acts that will be performing at the Treasure Island Music Festival including: Animal Collective, Disclosure, James Blake, Phantogram, Sleigh Bells and more.
Event | Jun 17, 2013
Across the Finish Line at the 2013 Music Video Race
Last Saturday, awards were given for best videos produced in 48 hours by Bay Area bands and filmmakers. Even without a red carpet or paparazzi, the event was truly special, bringing together two vibrant artistic communities. By Amanda Roscoe Mayo
Theater Review | Jun 17, 2013
No Game Over in Crowded Fire's Videogame Afterlife
Playing Dance Dance Revolution in the Chinese Land of the Dead is par for the course in Frances Ya-Chu Cowhig's play 410[GONE]. By Sam Hurwitt
Book Review | Jun 16, 2013
Telling Tales: The SF Cacophony Society
A new book chronicles the history of the Dada-inspired art collective that spent the '80s and '90s concocting elaborate public pranks and performances. By Emily Eifler
Movies | Jun 15, 2013
Castles in the Sky: Anime Season Starts This Sunday at PFA
At Pacific Film Archive's Studio Ghibli retrospective, a summer gone to the movies isn't gone to waste. By Jonathan Kiefer
NPR Film | Jun 14, 2013
'This Is The End': The Apocalypse Is One Hot Party
Seth Rogen's new end-of-the-world comedy turns out to be as funny as anyone could have hoped -- and maybe more clever than you might have expected. (Recommended) By Bob Mondello
The Do List | Jun 13, 2013
The One About Mary Magdalene, A Jazz Upstart and The Minister's Wife
Suzie Racho and David Wiegand scout the Bay Area for things to do this coming weekend and turn up a 23-year-old jazz star, winery music, and much more!
Festival Report | Jun 13, 2013
A Cornucopia of Queerness at the 2013 LGBT Film Fest
Seven films to see or avoid at the 37th annual International LGBT Film Fest. By Mark Taylor
Arts & Life
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Gourmands Through The Ages: 'A History Of Food In 100 Recipes'
From ancient Egyptian bakers to Gordon Ramsey, every era has its foodies. And without them, the history of food would be pretty darn boring, says William Sitwell. His new book chronicles how these epicures shaped our palates, and the recipes they left behind.
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James Gandolfini Dies; 'Sopranos' Actor Was 51
Actor James Gandolfini, 51, has reportedly died. Variety magazine reports that he suffered a "sudden stroke." The cause of death is not yet known with certainty, but HBO says the actor may have suffered a heart attack.
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From Classic Toys To New Twists, Kids Go Back To Blocks
NPR's Neda Ulaby investigates a trend in toys that sounds awfully familiar: Manufacturers are finding new ways to get kids interested in playing with blocks, both real and virtual.
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The Martini: This American Cocktail May Have An International Twist
The martini has been called "the only American invention as perfect as the sonnet." But is this cocktail perfectly American? Maybe not entirely. In honor of National Martini Day, we decided to dig into the drink's muddled past.









