Must-Sees

May 09, 2012-Jun 03, 2012

Endgame & Play

In Endgame, Irwin takes on the role of Hamm, who is trapped between life and death with his young servant, Clov. Together they engage in a chess match of wits in this vivid exploration of the end of life. This iconic work will be presented together with Beckett's rarely performed one-act Play, a brief comic tour de force about marriage and infidelity, featuring members of A.C.T.'s core acting company.

405 Geary Street
415 749 2228
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Mar 24, 2012-Aug 19, 2012

The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier: From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk

This dynamic, multimedia retrospective includes 140 haute couture and prêt-à-porter designs created between the mid-1970s and 2010, along with numerous sketches, archival documents, fashion photographs, and video clips that spotlight Gaultier’s collaborations with filmmakers, choreographers, and musicians, most notably Madonna. For this presentation, Gaultier partnered with the Montreal-based theater company Ubu Compagnie de Création in the design of 30 animated mannequins who talk and sing in playful and poetic vignettes.This exhibition contains adult themes.

50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive
415 750 3600
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Scene

Jun 02, 2012-Jun 03, 2012

Union Street Eco-Urban Festival

Six blocks' worth of arts and crafts (many made with recycled and sustainable materials), gourmet eats, live entertainment and bistros. An eco-zone section has green vendors and exhibits.

At Union between Gough and Steiner
800 310 6563
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Jun 23, 2012-Jun 24, 2012

San Francisco Pride

Billed as "the largest LGBT gathering in the nation," the weekend-long festival includes music and entertainment on multiple stages, hundreds of vendors, dancing-til-you-drop and a parade on Sunday with 200 floats and other contingents. Among the many side events/activities are a dyke march, trans march, LGBTQ history tour (by bike), concerts, comedy shows and Bay cruises.

Various Locations
415 864 0831
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Stay-In

Velvet Room

Designed to complement the legendary Redwood Room, Velvet Room is a unique venue for corporate meetings and select nightlife events, while offering breakfast and dinner daily.

Clift, 495 Geary Street
415 929 2300
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Redwood Room

Widely acclaimed for its lush interior and innovative cocktails. A historical landmark, it has been restored and revamped nicely with some help from Mr. Starck. Sound biased? Poke your head in and decide for yourself.

Clift, 495 Geary Street
415 775 4700
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Restaurants

Spruce

Indulge in 100% organic cuisine, straight from the Californian ranchers and farmers themselves, right to you.

3640 Sacramento Street
415 921 5100
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Nectar Wine Lounge

Solo sippers perch on stools in front of the under-lit glass bar; couples lounge in cubist chairs and banquettes accommodate groups. Modern art echoes the clean lines of the airy room, and the hardwood floors can make for a din as the libations keep pouring. Personable waitstaff graciously help both neophytes and connoisseurs find the best choices.

3330 Steiner Street, at Lombard Street
415 345 1377
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Goods

Off the Grid - Weekly Markets

Off the Grid is your roaming mobile food extravaganza -- bringing you delicious food, with free sides of music, craft and soul. Check out all your favorite gourmet food vendors in one place - creating markets like you've never seen before. Weekly Schedule. Times vary.

Union Square

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Magpie & Rye

Everything in this little boutique is unique and interesting. You can find a gift for anyone here. Art work is mingled in with flowers, pots, clogs and the stunning jewelry of Magpie & Rye.

62 Divisadero Street
415 701 8701
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