As the holiday performing arts season unfolds, the Bay Area shines as a vibrant hub of LGBTQ artistry and imagination. From glittering drag extravaganzas to innovative reinterpretations of seasonal favorites, San Francisco and its surrounding communities offer a dazzling array of performances that honor our diverse community. And for an added dash of sparkle, we’ve included a few standout programs that aren’t holiday-themed, but were too good to leave out.
Sapphira Cristál in ‘Holiday Gaiety’
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SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY: “HOLIDAY GAIETY” Don your most festive holiday attire for the symphony’s annual LGBTQ holiday variety show, co-emceed by conductor Edwin Outwater and drag legend Peaches Christ. The program features comedian Evan Mills; singer-songwriter and drag performer A

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