San Francisco Ballet

All of San Francisco’s mercurial chill was forgotten on Feb. 25 as crowds gathered at the War Memorial Opera House to witness "Giselle," one of classical ballet’s most infamous romantic works.

Infused with imaginative splendor, San Francisco Ballet’s “Nutcracker” is a holiday season staple.

The immersive three piece set boasted an eclectic and dazzling bill that spanned genre, style and theme, keeping audience members — as well as the dancers — on their toes.

SF Ballet’s latest is particularly charming and inviting, sure to offer riveting entertainment for everyone.

The triple bill program pushed the limits of ballet, highlighting the talent of its Company with intricate choreography that thrived in its poignant display of three distinct narratives.

The film serves as an homage to San Francisco, exploring the beauty of connectivity during a time full of fear and isolation.

“It’s so easy to just want to hibernate and just say wake me up when it’s over,” Tweeddale said. “But we refuse to do that. We will not do that.” 

Wheeldon’s choreography allows the dancers to create a sense of depth in each of their characters.

UC Berkeley’s campus is situated in a hotbed of performing arts venues, most of which offer relatively inexpensive tickets to students.