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Leather, rubber and other fetish gear abound at the annual Folsom Street Fair this weekend and at tied in —or tied up— nightlife events this weekend. We’ve also selected plenty of arts events that don’t require such a kinky dress code.

"The Turntable," making its world premiere with Smuin Contemporary Ballet, spins into new territory for the company, which performs the new work Sept. 16-18 in Mountain View.

"The Turntable," making its world premiere with Smuin Contemporary Ballet, spins into new territory for the company, which performs the new work Sept. 16-18 in Mountain View.

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- Still invigorated by a year of standing ovations and critical success, American Repertory Ballet (ARB) has announced its dramatic 2022/23 season - a dynamic mix of new works and iconic story ballets

From premieres by international choreographers to new surprises in its fiercely festive holiday program, Smuin Contemporary Ballet promises a stellar lineup for its 22/23 season. The company’s 29th season features a World Premiere by acclaimed Cuban choreographer Osnel Delgado, a jazzy Take Five by Rex Wheeler, and more.

Adam Sklute rescued Ballet West from the brink. Now, can he revolutionize the dance world as a whole?

Fast Forward provides the opportunity for award-winning and cutting-edge choreographers, both local and from around the country, to experiment. Choreographers Amy Seiwert, Duncan Cooper, Marika Brussel, Mariana Sobral and Dalia Rawson are creating brand new works that push the boundaries of classical ballet. Set to music ranging from classical to singer-songwriters performing live, this program will treat audiences to a fast-paced evening of new contemporary ballet, often described by the dancer...

Smuin Contemporary Ballet wraps up its 28th season with the vibrant program, Dance Series 2: P.S. Forever Smuin, featuring four diverse ballets from established dancemakers and rising choreographic voices, with performances in San Francisco, Mountain View, and Carmel.

Ballet West will celebrate its Park City performance of “Romeo + Juliet” with a week of community classes.

Ballet West’s production of “Romeo + Juliet” shows that love conquers all.