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San Francisco is world renowned for its
ethnic diversity and tolerance of alternative lifestyles.
And only in such an environment can the arts thrive in its
truest form – as a liberal enterprise that heeds not to
banality, discrimination or limitation. Here, visitors can
experience the arts at its finest, and witness exciting
contemporary works and performances fresh on the scene. |
According to recent tourism statistics,
roughly one in ten visitors to San Francisco made time to attend
a live theater performance, musical concert or the opera. The
city’s reputation as a nurturing environment for the arts
remains strong and continues to flourish in conjunction with
today’s artistic and cultural crusades.
San Francisco offers an array of options for
arts patrons, and is more than able to accommodate all degrees
of interest. Although the city is geographically small, within
its 49 square miles are some 200 arts organizations responsible
for a menu that incorporates everything from renowned symphony
performances to offbeat sculpture gardens.
Whether in town to
attend a convention or purely for vacation, a visit to San
Francisco is not complete without tapping into the city's
powerful art scene. For advance ticket information to arts
performances, visitors can contact organizations directly.
Advance planning is essential. If you don’t have a specific
show in mind, go to the TIX Bay Area ticket booth at Union
Square on Stockton Street. They sell half-price tickets to local
shows on the day of the performance. Payment is cash only; phone
415/433-7827 for details.
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