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SF Symphony launches digital programming and one-on-one performances
As cultural programming adjusts during the COVID-19 pandemic, the San Francisco Symphony is launching “Currents,” a four-part series of online broadcasts exploring the relationships between classical music and other musical traditions, as well as “1:1 Concerts” featuring a single orchestra musician performing for a single listener outdoors at a suitable distance.
Bay Area arts leaders consider next steps after a long shutdown
Gov. Gavin Newsom has suggested that live performing arts and other cultural events were unlikely to return in full force for several months, presenting a long-term threat for arts and entertainment organizations. Art leaders are rethinking the offerings they provide to patrons. According to San Francisco Opera General Director Matthew Shilvock, “we are prepared to connect with our audiences in whatever creative ways we can – even if it’s all digital.”
Koret Grantees: Adapting to the challenges of COVID-19
The COVID-19 virus has upended life for individuals and communities everywhere. The pandemic has spread not only infection, but also wide-reaching uncertainty as to when “normal life” might resume. In the San Francisco Bay Area, Koret grantees innovated quickly in response to the mandate to shelter in place and to socially distance. Unlike in previous […]
Exploratorium provides equipment for front line hospital workers
While the museum’s doors are closed to the public, the Exploratorium is supporting the front lines of the Covid-19 pandemic. The museum collected n95 masks and other personal protective equipment (PPE) from its science labs to donate to the staff at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital. Their engineers have also devised a 3D printing process that can produce hospital face shields in minutes, and plan to make 200 pieces a day and publish the designs for others to use.
Bay Area costume departments make masks to fight coronavirus
With theater productions canceled amid coronavirus concerns, costume departments are putting their skills to use by making cloth masks to help prevent the spread of the disease. With shortages of protective equipment, local hospitals are accepting donations of reusable, hand-sewn masks for non-patient care staff. (Photo credit: Jim Gensheimer, Special to The Chronicle)
SF arts groups could lose $73 million in coronavirus shutdown
In a recent study by the San Francisco Arts Alliance, projections show staggering shortfalls in ticket sales and donations if the COVID-19 pandemic crisis lasts until September. (Photo credit: Thomas P. Campbell, Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco)
Access to the Arts: Engaging new audiences in creative ways
The Koret Foundation’s relationships with many of our arts and culture grantees date back more than three decades. In that time, the Bay Area has undergone a demographic shift. In tandem, advances in technology have changed the ways many people choose to experience culture. We are committed to helping our grantees change with the times, […]
SFMOMA: Expanding state-of-the-arts education for all
Supporting Bay Area cultural institutions is a long-standing priority of the Koret Foundation. We consider the arts to be part of a well-rounded education for learners of all ages. The Koret Education Center (the Center) at SFMOMA has been designed to enrich many aspects of the museum-going experience. It serves as a place for visitors […]