LIONESS: A Short Film Fundraiser A Fundraising Event for a compelling film about courage and resilience Join Us for the LIONESS Film Fundraiser Event sponsored by Aviva Arts! Set in 1977 Morocco, LIONESS tells the story of a young woman who coaches the town's first girls' soccer team, challenging tradition and inspiring her players […]
Advance tickets are available online. You are advised to purchase advance tickets for this event. Ana Vieira: Contemporary Fado artist Exploring the music of the legendary Fado artist out of Portugal, Amalia Rodrigues, and beyond. This music is sometimes called “Portuguese Blues.” Ana's work captures the essence of Fado from her parents' homeland and well […]
February 1st MAPP Saturday, February 1st, 2025 | 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom @23rd Curator: Dina Zarif Doors open at 7:00 pm 7:15 – 8:00 pm: The Shadow Band (Funky Arabi Jazz) 8:15 – 9:00 pm: Louda y Los Bad Hombres (Latin and Jazz Rhythmics) 9:15 […]
Advance tickets are available online. It is advised to purchase advance tickets for this event. Love Songs for the Soul: Amelia Romano & Asaf Ophir A Take on Popular Love Songs Looking for something fun to do around Valentine's Day? Love Songs for the Soul presents an evening of popular love songs, poems, and stories, […]
RSVPs are now available! Lunar New Year: Shadow Play Workshop ShadowLight Productions Celebrate the Lunar New Year with an enchanting and interactive Shadow Play Workshop, hosted at the cozy and creative Red Poppy Art House. This free event invites children, families, and community members to dive into the magical world of shadow puppetry. Together, we […]
Advance tickets are available online. It is advised to purchase advance tickets for this event. Sudamericanto Latin American folk-jazz fusion Our unique brand of Latin-American music takes audiences along a journey through South America and the Caribbean traditions with a Brazilian jazz twist. Featuring multi-faceted Puerto Rican vocalist/interpreter Madeleine Zayas and high caliber Bay Area […]
Advance tickets are available online. You are advised to purchase advance tickets for this event. UPDATE: Second Show added! Sibarg Ensemble Persian/Jazz Improvisation The Sibarg Ensemble explores creative intercultural music-making by combining the sounds of Persian music, jazz, and free improvisation. Through original compositions, arrangements of classical melodies and folksongs, and improvisations, ensemble members draw […]
Advance tickets are available online. It is advised to purchase advance tickets for this event. Emilio Teubal & Tristana Ferreyra-Rantalaiho New sounds from Latin America NY-based Argentine Pianist and Composer Emilio Teubal presents music from his recent Piano solo record Seven Etudes. On the second set, Emilio is joined by Argentine singer Tristana Ferreyra-Rantalaiho. Together […]
Advance tickets are available online. It is advised to purchase advance tickets for this event. Grupo Falso Baiano (trio) ft. Catiá Lund Roots Samba, Bossa Nova, and Brazilian Choro Grupo Falso Baiano will feature Brazilian vocalist, Catiá Lund to present wonderful instrumental Brazilan samba classics, Samba-Choros, and Bossa Nova in an evening of intimate music […]
Advance tickets are available online. It is advised to purchase advance tickets for this event. Taraf de Akácfa Romanian Folk Music Taraf de Akácfa performs the rich repertoire of Romanian folk music with distinctive interpretations and dynamic arrangements. They focus on the complex, southern Romanian style, Lăutarească, and incorporate a variety of traditional music from […]
Update: Tickets for this event are now SOLD OUT. Nato Green In the Darkest Hour: The Most Political Comedy San Francisco-based political comedian Nato Green brings a residency to the Red Poppy for one night only, with a work-in-progress show of the most political comedy to get us through this, the hour of darkness. Featuring: Nato Green […]
Advance tickets are available online. It is advised to purchase advance tickets for this event. Anaís Azul presents "Simp'ashani: Canciones Trenzadas" Experimental Andean Musical Storytelling of Migration The album “Simp’ashani: Canciones Trenzadas” is the result of the research Anaís Azul conducted while on their Fulbright U.S. Student Scholarship, which gave them the opportunity to travel […]
UPDATE: Show Postponed to March 29 Due to flu season taking its toll, our Feb 7 show is now postponed to Saturday, March 29. Stay healthy, and thanks for your support! ❤️ Advance tickets are available online. You are advised to purchase advance tickets for this event. Katchapuri Trio Chamber Jazz Trio: Originals & […]
April 5th MAPP Saturday, April 5th, 2025 | 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom @23rd Curator: Dina Zarif Doors open at 7:00 pm 7:10 – 8:00 pm: Diana Gameros (Latin American Music and Beyond) 8:10 – 9:00 pm: String and Skin (Klezmer Jazz Improvizations) 9:10 – 10:00 […]
Advance tickets are available online. It is advised to purchase advance tickets for this event. Diaspora Ensemble Music of the Mediterranean Diaspora Ensemble will play music from Greece, Turkey, the Balkans, and songs from the Sefardic repertoire. The band is excited to return to the Red Poppy with talented friends Joe Rosato on bass and […]
Advance tickets are available online. You are advised to purchase advance tickets for this event. Will Marsh & The Integration Ensemble Raga-inspired world music ensemble The Integration Ensemble seamlessly integrates the richness of jazz, jam, Hindustani, and classical sounds for a sum much greater than its parts. “Like Ravi Shankar jamming with the Buena Vista […]
Karma Roulette Quartet Slinky Proverb Slinky Proverb is the title of one of two new works by Michael Smolens that will be performed for the first time in California as part of this evening-long concert. Slinky Proverb combines West-African groove with bluesy, contemporary jazz, and 20th-century classical-influenced melodies. The second new composition is titled […]
Advance tickets are available online. You are advised to purchase advance tickets for this event. ReroRera World Ethnic Inspirations World music in the language of Jazz, Funk, Fusion ReroRera is in a continuous search for “common grounds”, common paths and, ultimately, a common expressive language of different ethnic musical traditions. Then, using that language in […]
Bach, Tango & Beyond Teresa Tam, Obadiah Díaz Wrynla, Basma Edrees Teresa and Obadiah began their first project together in 2024, brought together by their shared love of tango music. Joining them is Basma, an accomplished violinist with an extensive and diverse background in Western and Arabic music. The three musicians, with vastly different […]
Advance tickets are available online. You are advised to purchase advance tickets for this event. Barbar Band Modern Soundscapes in Armenian Music Barbar Band is a creative collaboration between Khatchadour Khatchadourian, vocalist and duduk player, and Karine Vann, pianist, and musicologist. Combining modern musical styles with traditional instrumentation, the duo presents arrangements of Armenia’s folk, […]
Take Place: SFSU Creative Writing Thesis Reading Celebrating Groundbreaking Bay Area Writers Take Place presents a cross-genre thesis reading honoring the work of graduating SFSU Creative Writing MFA/MA students. A night to celebrate and gather with the local literary community. Featuring: Maria Thomas Tashina Boyer Kirsten Lofgren Laird Harrison Zoey Sparks Ferdos Heidari Meilani […]
Tardezinha do Carnaval A Relaxed Post-Carnaval Gathering in the Mission Red Poppy invites friends, family, and the extended community to a laid-back afternoon celebration following the Carnaval SF parade. Join us at the legendary Red Poppy Art House for an early evening of music, connection, and joy. Expect Música Brasileira, drinks, snacks, and great […]
Advance tickets are available online. It is advised to purchase advance tickets for this event. Pedro José Pastrana and Friends Noche de Boleros y Trova Pedro José Pastrana presents Noche de Boleros. A tribute project to play the music connected to our roots, which never gets old. Featuring: Pedro José Pastrana Karla Rivera Lozada - […]
Advance tickets are available online. You are advised to purchase advance tickets for this event. Charles Gorczynski Tango Quartet Contemporary Tango Bandoneonist and composer Charles Gorczynski returns to the Bay Area, for the first time with his acclaimed Minneapolis quartet: pianist Alex Woods, violinist Devan Moran, and bassist Sarah Lahasky. The quartet is touring to […]
June 7th MAPP Saturday, June 7th, 2025 | 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Red Poppy Art House 2698 Folsom @23rd Curator: Dina Zarif 6:30 pm - Doors 7:00 pm - 7:50 pm: Andrea Guskin, Fracture Zones (art, music, words) 8:00 pm - 8:50 pm: Eduardo Corzo (Cuban Piano) 9:00 pm - 10:00 […]
Advance tickets are available online. You are advised to purchase advance tickets for this event. Art of the Duo: George Brooks and Utsav Lal “Raga Pianist” joins forces with legendary saxophonist Utsav Lal, the trailblazing “Raga Pianist,” joins forces with legendary saxophonist George Brooks for a captivating duo performance. Together, these two virtuosos craft new […]
Advance tickets are available online. It is advised to purchase advance tickets for this event. Sarah Cabral Invites Brazilian Jazz Brazilian singer Sarah Cabral returns to the Bay Area and invites colleagues to collaborate on a unique repertoire, original material as well as classics. Featuring: Sarah Cabral - Vocals Ian Faquini - Acoustic Guitar Eva […]
ShadowLight Presents: 7 Visions Shadow Theater Meets Día de los Muertos Join us at Red Poppy for a special screening of "7 Visions of Encarnacion" (2002), followed by an artist talk and Día de los Muertos-inspired live music! 7 Visions is a shadow theater film that blends live-action puppetry, narration, and music to explore […]
Mending Workshop Repair, Reuse, Reimagine For this workshop, bring your clothes that you want mended and/or embellished with embroidery, or come to learn and practice sewing/embroidery with your guide, Verda Bursal's materials and guidance. You can also bring your own craft and just hang out! We'll only be doing smaller mends/embellishments in this event. […]
Advance tickets are available online. It is advised to purchase advance tickets for this event. Julio Lemos - Brian Rice Duo Intimate Brazilian Grooves Join us for an unforgettable evening of Brazilian music with renowned 7-string guitarist Julio Lemos and master percussionist Brian Rice, one of the leading American specialists in Brazilian rhythms. Recognized today […]