Yet for those who know the culture's roots, skating has never been just about the tricks. It has always been about identity, community, and the creative energy that spins around the wheels. At the center of this conversation sits Flipper's Roller Boogie Palace, a name that carries decades of history and is now stepping into an entirely new lane: fashion.
When Kneecap performed at Glastonbury music festival this year, bandmember Mo Chara told the crowd, 'us three have no right to be on this stage in front of this many people, rapping predominantly in a language that even people at home don't even speak.' Kneecap has risen to prominence amidst controversy surrounding its shows and political statements.
In a city where eloteros typically dominate Latino neighborhoods, the Caselin family has revitalized the Hollywood area by introducing a beloved Mexican tradition—elotes and esquites—serving them in a charmingly modern way.
Now, in a U.S. premiere, Marin Theatre has taken Gentileschi out for another spin, in a hyped-up hot-rod production of Billy Barrett and Ellice Stevens' script.
The upcoming San Francisco theater season features several anticipated Broadway hits, including a Tony-winning play co-presented by ACT and BroadwaySF, promising an exciting cultural revival.