As I get older grow up 😉, I find myself searching for “different” (tbh, more mature) ways to spend my evenings out. The nights playing pool at my neighborhood dive bar certainly had their time but replace that with an evening at a classy champagne bar followed by a performance by the SF Ballet and there is no question in my mind which I’d prefer now.
A few weeks ago, my 2 best friends, girlfriend and I had a fabulous night out on the town doing just this! 👭👬Everyone was super excited…champagne flowing and dressed to the nines – honestly, I was just as excited to have an excuse to dress up (they come far and few between in SF) as I was to experience this new “grown up” night out. Oh yes, we’re fancy now. 💁♀️💅
My favorite tops for evenings out or daytime events:
And the best pants to pair them with for an dressier look:
I did ballet from age 3-18 so I am very familiar with what a night at the ballet entails, however the rest of my group wasn’t. I was thrilled to pop their cherry and hear their thoughtful reviews as we walked onto the next bar afterwards (classic move). Seeeeeee, the ballet is for anyone that opens their mind to it, don’t be intimidated.
Sometimes it takes trying something new to figure out how you really want to spend your free time – case in point: attending the ballet’s Unbound Program B. 👯♀️ The last act in the show was by far my favorite (pictured below), and actually was so well received it’s returning next year as part of the 2019 repertory season! 👏👏👏
If you decide to head out for a luxe SF night and enjoy the SF Ballet’s 2019 season I highly recommend a jaunt around Hayes Valley first as it’s walking distance from the theatre. My personal favorite pre-show destination, The Riddler has killer champagne flights and light bites so you’ll be feeling exceptional when you take your seat.✨🥂😄
PRO TIP: Get a glass of champagne at intermission because the theatre gives you the cutest lil’ lid to take it back to your seat with you! GENIUS. 🙌
The SF Ballet’s 2019 season begins after their Opening Night in January. Check out the list of events here.
Ballet performance photos by Erik Tomasson
