This weekend the Poppy is hosting an informal showing of 14 paintings from a new series by Todd Thomas Brown created in response to his recent theater project Teobi’s Dreaming – An Inquiry into Biology and Being. The paintings incorporate notes and script fragments used during the project’s rehearsal process and production. About Todd Thomas […]
Original Soul and Blues Trained in classical piano as a child, Irene Diaz sprung onto the Los Angeles music scene in late 2011, starting in small coffee shops before making her way into well known LA venues like Room 5 and Hollywood's House of Blues. Since then she has risen to national attention, airing on […]
Join us a night of smooth melodies and West African influences with interdisciplinary vocalists and instrumentalists Sparlha Swa and Zéna on a special double bill. Sparlha Swa offers folk/soul/alternative music that is honest and evocative. Mixing impeccable vocals and haunting chords her songs speak to and about the human spirit. Born in Kingston, Jamaica, the […]
One man's trash could be your next treasure! All profits from this rummage sale will support the Red Poppy. Shop from 9am - 12pm. Got too much stuff? Drop off rummage sale donation items at the Poppy from 8am-10am on Saturday the May 10th. All donations are tax deductible!
Family Art takes place every Saturday afternoon. Time: 1pm-4pm All Activities are FREE unless otherwise listed. Todas las actividades del programa de Arte en Familia son GRATIS a menos que esté indicado en el calendario. Calendar activities are subject to change. Check website for updates. Las actividades están sujetas a cambio. Revise la página web.
Gypsy jazz and French classics playfully rediscovered! Full of spontaneity, virtuosity and energy, the Shoestring Trio has crafted a style all their own that's fun and contagious to music lovers across the globe. A band composed of musical brothers from other mothers, the Trio has taken their music from the streets of Italy to festivals […]
An outstanding Mexican composer and musician, Yahir Duran has been influenced by Mexican and Cuban folklore. Yahir studied sacred music at the Escuela Superior de Musica of Guadalajara, and has performed at Palacio de Bellas Artes, CENART, and Festival Cervantino, among others. His virtuosity on guitar and piano will take you on an amazing journey. Yahir's breadth of experience and wide-ranging influences […]
The String Quartet Experience Producer and composer Nahuel Bronzini joins forces with local musicians, taking the audience on a sonic journey through classical, pop, jazz, and Argentine folk as they embrace the compelling sound of the string quartet. Nahuel has been arranging music for various songwriters in San Francisco the past recent years, and his […]
The supremely funky duo presents: A Double Show! Originally from New Jersey and Berkeley respectively, Scott Amendola and Charlie Hunter played together for the first time 20 years ago. In October 2013 they released their newest album Pucker, a lean and sinewy compilation marked by fierce grooves, caressing melodies, and startlingly intuitive interplay. In this […]
A fresh take on the music of Django Reinhardt The Jimmy Grant Ensemble performs primarily in the style of Django Reinhardt, infusing swing era pieces, original work, and traditional gypsy tunes with the jazz guitar pioneer's crunchy rhythms and hot harmonies. Jimmy Grant was recently a finalist in the John Lennon songwriting competition for his […]
Celebrate Carnaval with Latin Jazz and Spoken Word This night is presented as part of Carnaval San Francisco, the largest multi-cultural celebration on the West Coast. The Afro-Cuban Jazz Cartel will feature music from their 2013 release, "San Francisco", an homage to San Francisco's rich Latin musical heritage that boasts innovative arrangements and novel rhythmic […]
Sorry for any inconvenience, A Potent Mix of Love & Grace is cancelled for this date. Sri & Vibha are two designers who grew up in India with families that loved and obsessed over chai. After a desperate search of something similar in America, the two finally decided the only way to replicate the chai […]
iiii, which Anthony Dean-Harris, Editor in Chief of nextbop.com recently reviewed as “a group of pure radiance,” mixes jazz training with pop and R&B influences to forge a new and captivating sound. In 2013, iiii recorded and released its self-titled debut album of original songs. The group —Laila M. Smith, Paul Bloom, Connor Schultze, and […]
Frequently hailed by critics and fans for their songwriting and live performances, My Pet Dragon features husband-wife duo, Todd Michaelsen & Reena Shah, from Brooklyn. Their melodic and occasionally anthemic songs are uniquely presented using a variety of looping instruments, vocals, and beats. The duo collaborated on writing the original music score and voice overs […]
An embrace of traditional Jazz and new innovations As one of jazz’s premier bassists Jeff Denson is always looking for situations that allow for maximum creative freedom, like his long-running gig with alto sax legend Lee Konitz, or the collective trio Minsarah. One of his two new duo albums, "I’ll Fly Away" which he worked […]
Mediterranean Songs by Sardinian composer Ersilia Prosperi OU and Amy Denio bring you a Mediterranean joyride of vivacious original songs by Sardinian composer Ersilia Prosperi: Folk jazz with fiercely funky rhythms ~ topped with lush vocals sung by all 7 in Sardinian, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and English! Instrumentation includes piano, drums, bass, saxophones, clarinet, flugelhorn, […]
Since 2003, Mission Arts and Performance Project (MAPP) has produced 63 neighborhood pop-up art happenings of intimate spaces, all without ever formalizing into a non-profit organization, seeking funding, nor establishing a formal staff structure. Across these 10 years, the MAPP has featured thousands of artists, helping to cross-pollinate ideas and launch careers of artists engaged […]
Original script reading A San Francisco Premier: A fundraiser against domestic violence Rainbow Geffner has performed original theatrical works ensembles like A Travelling Jewish Theater, Teatro Kismet O.P.E.R.A, Dell’Arte International School of Physical Theatre, and Touchstone Theatre. Her writing credits include a solo show called Emily: On Clerical Errors and Destiny and Tales From […]
Dance to cumbia, merengue, ranchera, valse, danzone and more! La Familia Peña-Govea is a band of four family members who have played music together for three decades. They have lovingly shared their music at countless weddings, baptisms, festivals, and birthdays, both locally in the Bay Area and beyond, as well as more formal venues like […]
Ensemble Mik Nawooj returns to the Red Poppy to present C.R.E.A.M., Shame on a Nigga and Wu-Tang Clan Ain’t Nothing ta Fuck Wit from Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), and Gin & Juice from Doggystyle. This concert continues their Artist Residency in which EMN will do a partial premiere of a 6 piece commission for […]
Soulful Folk And A Boundary Melting Trio An internationally recognized trio, StringQuake pushes musical boundaries with its dynamic arrangements and unique harp/percussion/cello instrumentation. The trio has toured Mexico and performed extensively in the Bay Area, releasing their first album, "Take 15," in summer 2013. Nourished by the musical traditions of the Americas, Greece, Africa, India, […]
A Night of Fervent (Post) Jazz Describing themselves as a "post-jazz shred fest" with promised results of "ecstatic eardrum immolation", the Arsonists' energy and intensity are immediately clear in both mentality and performance. Melding East Coast jazz conservatory training with an open minded and passionate approach to composition, they fuse together a diverse array of […]
A Beatbox-sing soul revival Come explore your personal potential to be an influence as an artist or educator in Antique's Worksuite and stay for a live performance by Antique Naked Soul's LIVE beatbox-sing soul! Oakland Indie Award and Oaktown Music Festival nominee Candice “Antique” Wicks is the Founder and President of Antique Music, a music […]
Brewing Stories & Drinking Songs Katy returns to the Poppy for a night of wild tales and beguiling serenades. Combining theater, music and movement, this special Monday evening performance will include Katy's intricate handcrafted songs. Katy's sweet and salty songs will feature characters brought to life by Bay Area theater veteran Robert Parsons, known for […]
Latino-Twang and American Roots Music Latin Grammy winner, songwriter, and guitarist Diego García "El Twanguero" presents his acclaimed new album blending Latino-Twang & American roots music: "Argentina Songbook” (Warner Music). This Spanish guitar virtuoso and pioneer of the Latin-Twang genre that inspired his nickname has played this unique style of music all around the world. […]
A Folk Soloist on her African Girl, African Woman Summer Tour The Red Poppy Art House is pleased to present "The Best Folk Singer" in Seattle as deemed by Seattle Weekly. Since Naomi's appearance on the cover of Seattle Weekly, she's teamed with the much-loved indie songwriter Damien Jurado to produce her debut album. When […]
Music of Master Brazilian Composers Gismonti, Jobim, and Pascoal Join flutist Sonia Caltvedt and pianist Eduardo Corzo as they explore the music of influential Brazilian composers Gismonti, Jobim, Pascoal and others. The pair will be accompanied by Eric Garland on drums and joined by other surprise guests. Sonia Caltvedt is a classically trained flutist who […]
Join us for a garage sale of Yolanda Lopez's accessories! Make the best of a bad situation, and exchange mementos with Yolanda: Dollar bills in exchange for classy accessories from her personal closet! As proven by the items in the last garage sale https://www.facebook.com/events/234466683412729, this artist has great taste! You are invited to actively participate […]
A Night of Intimate, Evocative Songwriters Come join us for Ila Cantor's CD Release, Highlights of the Grey, as well as a separate performance by Jacob Aranda Band. Together, these two songwriters promise a night of soulful and personal music. Ila Cantor is a guitarist, composer, and singer/songwriter who has performed worldwide. Highlights of the […]