If you're looking to binge on live music, art, authentic cultural fare and comedy, there's absolutely no need to leave the South of Market this weekend.
First off, a handful of talented women are heading this way to dazzle audiences with their diverse gifts, including...
- Hailing from Oakland, vocalist Carly Bond and singer/songwriter Madeline Kenney are headlining the quarterly Local Sirens Showcase hosted quarterly by Women's Audio Mission this Thursday evening.
- On Friday, eight of the Bay Area's funniest comediennes are taking the stage at Brainwash to level with you on the horrors of being a millennial, over a beer—or two.
- Finally, the Museum of the African Diaspora is giving the public a sneak preview on Saturday of a new performance piece that pays homage to female blues artists of the past few decades.
If you'd rather spend the weekend outdoors, the Pistahan Parade and Festival will keep you plenty busy. The annual event celebrates SoMa's Filipino heritage through a colorful parade Saturday morning that leads to a weekend-long festival at Yerba Buena Gardens that features authentic food, performances and educational opportunities.
Lastly, fans of the late comedic genius Robin Williams will be gathering at SoMa StrEat Food Park on Sundayfor a mini film festival in his honor. Jumanji, Mrs. Doubtfire and The Birdcage will all play on televisions across the park throughout the day, and there will be no shortage of vegan food to wash down your cackles and sobs.
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