Exclusive: Lurie wants to make ballot arguments too expensive for small campaigns
Plus: Lilly Wachowski on 'Bound' and 'The Matrix,' Space Program helps artists blast off, 'Bacchae' and 'Elektra' are bloody and loud
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HILARIOUS TAKE ON HOLLYWOOD SQUARES RETURNS FOR PRIDE, THU/18
One of the city's favorite local celebrity events, San Francisco Squares, is back to raise money for LGBTQ community services for Pride—and have you rolling in the aisles. With classic TV guest Bruce Villanch in the center square and host Sister Roma, plus a cast of fabulous "squares" (including 48 Hills' Marke B.), it will be an evening of pure gaiety.
Today's headlines:
Lurie wants to make ballot arguments too expensive for small campaigns
By Tim Redmond
EXCLUSIVE: Dramatic increase in fees would help big-money and undermine grassroots groups. It goes before the supes Wednesday.
Lilly Wachowski on 30 years of ‘Bound,’ trans revolution, and Nazis snatching ‘The Matrix’
By Joshua Rotter
'We had reservations back then about speaking about our art because we were both closeted trans women,' says filmmaker, appearing at Frameline.
Space Program makes room for local artists to blast off (no jerks, please)
By Emily Wilson
A former warehouse in Dogpatch provides studio residencies in a city starved for affordable creative spaces.
Drama Masks: Love will literally tear us apart
By Charles Lewis III
Greek classics 'Bacchae' from Bard Theatre and 'Elektra' at SF Opera prove bloody and loud. Plus: Gay Men's Chorus did Dolly.
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25TH ANNIVERSARY FRESH MEAT FEST IS FRESHER THAN EVER
The 25th Anniversary FRESH MEAT FESTIVAL returns June 19–21 at Z Space, SF for an unforgettable weekend of trans, queer, and community performance featuring dance, drag, live music, theater, and more!
EL RIO'S PATIO IS LIT FOR PRIDE
Pride weekend at El Rio has everything you need to feel true community and spirit! Three huge parties will keep you dancing and dragging on our gorgeous patio all Pride weekend, but don't forget to stop by any time for a shot of queer love in the Mission. Consistently voted Best of the Bay, always a good time.
25TH ANNIVERSARY FRESH MEAT FEST IS FRESHER THAN EVER
The 25th Anniversary FRESH MEAT FESTIVAL returns June 19–21 at Z Space, SF for an unforgettable weekend of trans, queer, and community performance featuring dance, drag, live music, theater, and more!
CELEBRATE LOCAL MUSIC AND CULTURE AT TOTAL ACCORD FEST, JUNE 3-20
Local creative agency Total Accord is dedicated to putting Bay Area artists on the map and helping guide those looking to get to know the local independent music scene better. To celebrate its second year, TAA is throwing Total Accord Fest at a variety of music venues, theaters, and dive bars, all around San Francisco. Featuring live music, drag performances, food + art pop ups, and DJ sets, plus music video and documentary screenings. Join us!
YERBA BUENA GARDENS FESTIVAL SEASON IS HERE
Yerba Buena Gardens Festival is back with 100+ free outdoor shows in downtown SF. With free music concerts, dance events, circus, kids’ shows, and more, YBG Festival is the place for picnics and summertime vibes.
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