Loved by local artists and known for its intimate setting, the Red Poppy Art House is a place for artists seeking a unique performance experience that draws them closer to their audience. For almost 10 years running, musicians, actors and multidisciplinary artists have praised the original presentation format and atmosphere created created within our cozy, transformable community space.

If you are interested in performing at the Red Poppy Art House, please send an email to Lyz Luke, Director of Performance Programming, at booking@redpoppyarthouse.org. For full consideration, please include your website, audio links, upcoming shows and a brief bio. We look forward to hearing from you!

The Red Poppy Performance Philosophy:

Part of the Red Poppy’s goal is to give greater value to the arts. After all, arts and culture are what has given San Francisco its unique character. With this in mind, we strive to support the local arts community by treating our performers fairly. We encourage our guests to join us in participating in the spirit of this endeavor.

Door admissions from our shows are always split with our performing artists. The majority of this amount goes directly to the performers, while a small percentage goes to directly to supporting the overall operating costs of the Red Poppy and mainly, our rent! We offer this arrangement knowing that the revenue is not nearly sufficient to cover our own overhead and staff stipends (for which we seek support through individual donations, grants and other fundraising initiatives) but believing in the importance of supporting artists as well as the arts. For specific information about rates and admissions please contact Lyz Luke, Director of Performance Programming, at booking@redpoppyarthouse.org

We invite our guests to consider their contribution at performances not as a payment to get into the show but as a direct “audience grant” supporting the arts economy of San Francisco. We ask that they consider the value of a two-hour experience of the arts ($10 – $20 for a ticket) as compared to other valued experiences.

We are a small place, a beautifully small place, in fact, our back row is closer than the front row of most performing arts centers. This intimacy allows for an immersive musical experience unlike any other.

*For a full view of the space please click here to see the Red Poppy Art Venue Plans Document.

Rupa & the April Fishes