Family Matiness
Family Matinees 2011–2012: Listen and Learn Together!
These hour-long events on weekend afternoons introduce audiences of all ages to new and established artists, and provide opportunities to ask questions and interact with performers. This season, many established Family Matinee artists will be joined by younger colleagues, demonstrating that it’s never too early, or too late, to get involved in the arts.
Cypress String Quartet
Family Matinee
Saturday, October 1
11am
Herbst Theatre
$10 Children/$15 Adults
Program
San Francisco's own ensemble brings a program of beautiful, classic works while showcasing the chemistry and fun of collaborative music-making.
Le Jazz Hot
Family Matinee
Sunday, December 4
11am
Herbst Theatre
$10 Children/$15 Adults
Program
Don't miss a special holiday concert of the songs of 1930s Paris. A festive foray into jazz.
Regina Carter, violin
Family Matinee
Sunday, February 19
11am
Herbst Theatre
$10 Children/$15 Adults
Program
The acclaimed jazz violinist traveled throughout Africa to explore folk melodies. Here, she mixes tradition with her original improvisations to create a new world of sound.
Edgar Meyer, double bass
Family Matinee
Sunday, April 29
11am
Marines’ Memorial Theatre
$10 Children/$15 Adults
Program
To see Edgar Meyer with his double bass is to witness how music-making can become a dance. A great performer who also writes his own compositions, Edgar will share with your family his love of music, from Bach to bluegrass.
Armitage Gone! Dance
Family Matinee
Saturday, May 19
2pm
Novellus Theater at YBCA
$10 Children/$15 Adults
Program
Karole Armitage's reputation as "punk ballerina" rose from her edgy interpretations of classical dance. Her company of dancers brings incredible energy and focus to the stage in dynamic choreography.