THERE ARE DIFFERENT shades of red, such as scarlet, crimson, vermilion, burgundy and carmine. There are also various intense emotions associated with this particular primary color – courage, love, anger and passion.

And then there’s The Red Shades: A Trans Superhero Rock Opera, a one-of-a-kind event slated for its world premiere this month at the Mission District’s Z Space. Part musical theater, part rock concert and fully trans celebrating, the show incorporates live music, actors, songs and a storyline that focuses on San Francisco’s transgender history — and its superheroes.

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