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Nob Hill Masonic Center

  • Blogs

    May 23, 2012

    Yes, the Warriors Moving to S.F. Would Mean a Big New Concert Arena in the City

    San Francisco is so tiny, dense, and developed that the only way to put a new stadium here is to build one on top of some piers over the bay. Okay, so that's not a huge surprise. But building a giant arena over the bay was the dead-serious plan announced yesterday by city officials and the owners o ... More >>

  • Music

    May 16, 2012

    Sizzle & Fizzle: Highs and Lows from the Last Week in S.F. Music

    San Francisco is so tiny, dense, and developed that the only way to put a new stadium here is to build one on top of some piers over the bay. Okay, so that's not a huge surprise. But building a giant arena over the bay was the dead-serious plan announced yesterday by city officials and the owners o ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 8, 2012

    Concert Fans: Nob Hill Residents Would Like to See Less of You

    Over the last few years, concert promotion giant Live Nation has hosted an increasing number of concerts at San Francisco's Nob Hill Masonic Center. The seated, 3,500-capacity venue doesn't usually hold crazy rock shows (unless you think Weezer is crazy), but Al Green, Yanni, and Roxette are all sch ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 21, 2011

    President Obama Douses S.F. Crowd with Brooks & Dunn's "Only in America" -- a Republican Favorite

    iPhone photo of President Obama in S.F., taken from outer space.​It was all pretty Blue State in San Francisco last night: President Obama flew to the fundraiser from a gathering at Facebook. He got a ride in Marine 1, the presidential helicopter, and commented to the assembled masses at Nob Hill ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 16, 2010

    The Best Bay Area Concert Photos of 2010

    Given the dizzying array of musical acts that tramp through San Francisco every year, and the number of those shows our hard-working photographers attend, it was no easy feat to round up their best shots. What follows is a sampling of some of the most exciting, interesting live music photos All Shoo ... More >>

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    December 10, 2010

    Photos: Neil Young, Will.I.am, Joanna Newsom, and Stevie Wonder Hung Out in S.F. This Week

    Neil Young.​We missed Neil Young's benefit show for the UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital at Nob Hill Masonic Center Wednesday night, which was too bad: Among others, Stevie Wonder, Will.I.am, Joe Montana, Colin Powell, and, of course, performers Neil Young and Joanna Newsom showed up. The event ra ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 1, 2010

    Weezer Arouses Mass Catharsis With Pinkerton at Nob Hill Masonic Center

    Christopher VictorioWeezer's Rivers Cuomo sure loved to walk up the aisles last night at the Nob Hill Masonic Center.​WeezerLimousinesNovember 30, 2010@ The Nob Hill Masonic CenterBetter than: Singing along to every song on Pinkerton with a car full of your friends on a long road trip -- but only ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 30, 2010

    Weezer Plays the Blue Album (With A Few Surprises) at Nob Hill Masonic Center

    Christopher VictorioWeezer at the Nob Hill Masonic Center last night. Way more pics after the jump.​Weezer November 29, 2010 @ The Nob Hill Masonic Center Better than: Almost everything. Seriously. Weezer is calling it the Memories Tour; some fans have dubbed it Blinkerton. The band has just hit ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 23, 2010

    Neil Young, Joanna Newsom, and Colin Powell: All in S.F. for One Cause

    Neil Young plays a hospital benefit next month.​My, my, hey hey: The hottest S.F. concert ticket this December might just be a benefit concert for the new UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital.The headliner: A Canada-born, now-local folk-rock singer (who's had some car trouble lately) by the name of Ne ... More >>

  • Calendar

    March 3, 2010

    Late Night with Chelsea Lately

    Neil Young plays a hospital benefit next month.​My, my, hey hey: The hottest S.F. concert ticket this December might just be a benefit concert for the new UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital.The headliner: A Canada-born, now-local folk-rock singer (who's had some car trouble lately) by the name of Ne ... More >>

  • News

    February 17, 2010

    Stimulating Debate

    S.F.'s employment rate is relatively good, but city leaders can still create more jobs. Here's how.

  • Blogs

    November 16, 2009

    Last Night: Ray LaMontagne at the Nob Hill Masonic Center

    Joseph Schell​Ray LaMontagneNob Hill Masonic Center Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009Better Than: Breaking up then making up.Ray LaMontagne's first few chords were barely audible behind the crowd's hooting and whistling, his figure obscured by shadows under a lone, blue spotlight. By the time he approached th ... More >>

  • Culture

    September 23, 2009

    Also Playing

    Our critics weigh in on local theater

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    March 11, 2009
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    February 25, 2009

    Last Night: Antony and the Johnsons at Nob Hill Masonic Center

    Gretchen RobinetteAntony and the JohnsonsTuesday, Feb. 24, 2009Nob Hill Masonic CenterBetter than: Old Nina Simone records.When it comes to Antony Hagerty live, nothing is as you'd expect it. For example, that such a powerfully feminine voice would flow out of such a large man's body. Or that a voic ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 21, 2008

    Buckethead, YouTube Live! and Eddie Money: Your Weekend Hitlist

    By Melissa Baron The sun finally came back out and with Thanksgiving on the way it's best to enjoy this weekend before inevitable family drama ensues. Here's what's going on: Friday night Sunlandic dance explosion Of Montreal play the Regency Center Grand Ballroom. For those of you who haven't s ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 8, 2008

    Herbie Hancock Cancels Show at Masonic Center

    By Melissa Baron The sun finally came back out and with Thanksgiving on the way it's best to enjoy this weekend before inevitable family drama ensues. Here's what's going on: Friday night Sunlandic dance explosion Of Montreal play the Regency Center Grand Ballroom. For those of you who haven't s ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 5, 2008

    The Dude Abides for Chocolate, Peace and Sarah Silverman - The Weekend Hitlist

    By Melissa Baron The sun finally came back out and with Thanksgiving on the way it's best to enjoy this weekend before inevitable family drama ensues. Here's what's going on: Friday night Sunlandic dance explosion Of Montreal play the Regency Center Grand Ballroom. For those of you who haven't s ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 13, 2008

    Stern Sidekick Artie Lange Is Out Of Rehab And Heading To San Francisco

    By Melissa Baron The sun finally came back out and with Thanksgiving on the way it's best to enjoy this weekend before inevitable family drama ensues. Here's what's going on: Friday night Sunlandic dance explosion Of Montreal play the Regency Center Grand Ballroom. For those of you who haven't s ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 16, 2008

    Emmylou Harris at Masonic Center Canceled

    By Melissa Baron The sun finally came back out and with Thanksgiving on the way it's best to enjoy this weekend before inevitable family drama ensues. Here's what's going on: Friday night Sunlandic dance explosion Of Montreal play the Regency Center Grand Ballroom. For those of you who haven't s ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 23, 2008

    John Edward Crosses Over to the Masonic Center

    By Melissa Baron The sun finally came back out and with Thanksgiving on the way it's best to enjoy this weekend before inevitable family drama ensues. Here's what's going on: Friday night Sunlandic dance explosion Of Montreal play the Regency Center Grand Ballroom. For those of you who haven't s ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 28, 2007

    San Francisco Van Morrison Show Pictures and Concert Review

    By Melissa Baron The sun finally came back out and with Thanksgiving on the way it's best to enjoy this weekend before inevitable family drama ensues. Here's what's going on: Friday night Sunlandic dance explosion Of Montreal play the Regency Center Grand Ballroom. For those of you who haven't s ... More >>

  • Music

    December 26, 2007

    The Melvins melt your noggin this New Year's Eve

    By Melissa Baron The sun finally came back out and with Thanksgiving on the way it's best to enjoy this weekend before inevitable family drama ensues. Here's what's going on: Friday night Sunlandic dance explosion Of Montreal play the Regency Center Grand Ballroom. For those of you who haven't s ... More >>

  • Music

    November 14, 2007

    Ozzy Osbourne: Famous Batshit Dad/Rock Star Storms Oakland

    By Melissa Baron The sun finally came back out and with Thanksgiving on the way it's best to enjoy this weekend before inevitable family drama ensues. Here's what's going on: Friday night Sunlandic dance explosion Of Montreal play the Regency Center Grand Ballroom. For those of you who haven't s ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 31, 2007

    Our Man Van Spends Two Nights in San Francisco

    By Melissa Baron The sun finally came back out and with Thanksgiving on the way it's best to enjoy this weekend before inevitable family drama ensues. Here's what's going on: Friday night Sunlandic dance explosion Of Montreal play the Regency Center Grand Ballroom. For those of you who haven't s ... More >>

  • Film

    October 31, 2007

    Repertory Film Listing

    By Melissa Baron The sun finally came back out and with Thanksgiving on the way it's best to enjoy this weekend before inevitable family drama ensues. Here's what's going on: Friday night Sunlandic dance explosion Of Montreal play the Regency Center Grand Ballroom. For those of you who haven't s ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 27, 2007

    Feist Back in San Francisco Early November: Indie-boner --- risING

    By Melissa Baron The sun finally came back out and with Thanksgiving on the way it's best to enjoy this weekend before inevitable family drama ensues. Here's what's going on: Friday night Sunlandic dance explosion Of Montreal play the Regency Center Grand Ballroom. For those of you who haven't s ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 21, 2007

    Winehouse Cancels on SF: We have rehabs here too, Amy!

    By Melissa Baron The sun finally came back out and with Thanksgiving on the way it's best to enjoy this weekend before inevitable family drama ensues. Here's what's going on: Friday night Sunlandic dance explosion Of Montreal play the Regency Center Grand Ballroom. For those of you who haven't s ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 16, 2007

    Emo Phillips, Phillips and Bassprov, RoboGames, Jeff Capri, Jason Hart, Duck Soup -- Night and Day: Saturday 6/16

    By Melissa Baron The sun finally came back out and with Thanksgiving on the way it's best to enjoy this weekend before inevitable family drama ensues. Here's what's going on: Friday night Sunlandic dance explosion Of Montreal play the Regency Center Grand Ballroom. For those of you who haven't s ... More >>

  • Music

    June 14, 2006

    Stern Grove goes 'Aquatic'

    By Melissa Baron The sun finally came back out and with Thanksgiving on the way it's best to enjoy this weekend before inevitable family drama ensues. Here's what's going on: Friday night Sunlandic dance explosion Of Montreal play the Regency Center Grand Ballroom. For those of you who haven't s ... More >>

  • Music

    November 2, 2005

    Highly evolved goth rockers Current 93; OG sax addict Ornette Coleman

    By Melissa Baron The sun finally came back out and with Thanksgiving on the way it's best to enjoy this weekend before inevitable family drama ensues. Here's what's going on: Friday night Sunlandic dance explosion Of Montreal play the Regency Center Grand Ballroom. For those of you who haven't s ... More >>

  • Calendar

    September 14, 2005

    Noh Goes Native

    Mixing traditions for a Crazy tale

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    August 31, 2005

    Artbeat

    Our critics weigh in on local exhibits

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    July 27, 2005

    Artbeat

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    June 29, 2005

    Art Beat

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    May 25, 2005

    Artbeat

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    April 27, 2005

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    March 16, 2005

    Eye on the Prize

    Vintage winners immortalized

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    March 2, 2005

    This Week's Day-by-Day Picks

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    December 8, 2004

    This Week's Day-by-Day Picks

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    December 1, 2004

    Hear This

    Sam Phillips puts the torture into torch songs; the Musical Box quenches your thirst for an old-school Genesis cover band.

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    March 17, 2004

    Heirloom Drag

    Retro duds flee the attic

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    March 17, 2004

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