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An unscientific snapshot of the Bay Area performing arts scene in 2026 

What’s the state of the performing arts scene in the Bay Area in 2026? An informal survey of arts public relations professionals shows that, despite facing desperate financial situations, art groups, and the arts, won’t be going away, at least not entirely.  Lawrence Helman, a San Francisco publicist for theaters and many varied performers for three decades, says, “The people I work with are incredibly driven to […]

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