Jen Norris SF
@thejennorris.bsky.social
Dance blogger. Plein air painter. Maker of collages. Retired San Francisco performing arts facility director.
Alonzo King LINES Ballet has a fantastic program running at Yerba Burna Center for the Arts Thu May 15-Sun May 18. Contemporary dance at its finest! My review here www.jen-norris-dance-rev.com/post/review-...
Review: Alonzo King LINES Ballet performing The Beauty of Dissolving Portraits & Scheherazade, Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, May 10-19, 2025
The Sunday, May 5th 5 p.m. performance by Alonzo King LINES Ballet at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco blew my socks off. A pair of one-act ballets comprise the program: the world...
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May 12, 2025 at 10:20 PM
Alonzo King LINES Ballet has a fantastic program running at Yerba Burna Center for the Arts Thu May 15-Sun May 18. Contemporary dance at its finest! My review here www.jen-norris-dance-rev.com/post/review-...
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This story doesn't mention that Donald Trump said at this event he would label those protesting Tesla as domestic terrorists and would punish them.
I'm just wondering how and why that was left out of this story and not the lede to it.
@tylerpager.bsky.social ?
www.nytimes.com/2025/03/11/u...
I'm just wondering how and why that was left out of this story and not the lede to it.
@tylerpager.bsky.social ?
www.nytimes.com/2025/03/11/u...
Trump Poses With a Tesla, a Move Aimed Solely at Helping Musk
President Trump has spent years bashing electric vehicles. But with Elon Musk by his side, he said he would buy a bright red one.
www.nytimes.com
March 12, 2025 at 1:15 AM
This story doesn't mention that Donald Trump said at this event he would label those protesting Tesla as domestic terrorists and would punish them.
I'm just wondering how and why that was left out of this story and not the lede to it.
@tylerpager.bsky.social ?
www.nytimes.com/2025/03/11/u...
I'm just wondering how and why that was left out of this story and not the lede to it.
@tylerpager.bsky.social ?
www.nytimes.com/2025/03/11/u...
Working from small color copies of photos: Four watercolor panorama landscapes in 4 hours today as part of a class in Palo Alto. Each is 7.5x22. None is completely finished. They mostly need more darks and some fine tuning but I’m generally happy with results.
March 10, 2025 at 1:08 AM
Working from small color copies of photos: Four watercolor panorama landscapes in 4 hours today as part of a class in Palo Alto. Each is 7.5x22. None is completely finished. They mostly need more darks and some fine tuning but I’m generally happy with results.
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Outstanding webinar this afternoon with Heather Cox Richardson and Simon Rosenberg. Three, among many, take-aways:
1) We need to put pressure on our elected leaders.
2) We need to act out. Trump hates protests.
3) We are are stronger than we know.
@hcrichardson.bsky.social @simonwdc.bsky.social
1) We need to put pressure on our elected leaders.
2) We need to act out. Trump hates protests.
3) We are are stronger than we know.
@hcrichardson.bsky.social @simonwdc.bsky.social
March 5, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Outstanding webinar this afternoon with Heather Cox Richardson and Simon Rosenberg. Three, among many, take-aways:
1) We need to put pressure on our elected leaders.
2) We need to act out. Trump hates protests.
3) We are are stronger than we know.
@hcrichardson.bsky.social @simonwdc.bsky.social
1) We need to put pressure on our elected leaders.
2) We need to act out. Trump hates protests.
3) We are are stronger than we know.
@hcrichardson.bsky.social @simonwdc.bsky.social
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The problem with Democratic Party is that no one takes them seriously because they don’t take themselves seriously.
You can’t simultaneously argue Trump is a fascist intent on destroying democracy but your major response is to wear a pink suit to a speech, and expect to be taken seriously.
You can’t simultaneously argue Trump is a fascist intent on destroying democracy but your major response is to wear a pink suit to a speech, and expect to be taken seriously.
March 6, 2025 at 3:43 AM
The problem with Democratic Party is that no one takes them seriously because they don’t take themselves seriously.
You can’t simultaneously argue Trump is a fascist intent on destroying democracy but your major response is to wear a pink suit to a speech, and expect to be taken seriously.
You can’t simultaneously argue Trump is a fascist intent on destroying democracy but your major response is to wear a pink suit to a speech, and expect to be taken seriously.
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If, for example, Trump says nobody is allowed to dance, on penalty of death, he has no legal power to make that declaration and no power to enforce it, but if everyone stops dancing it's as good as if he did. Reporting as though Trump has these powers helps give him those powers.
Shocking But Not Surprising Strikes Again (and Again)
The Caprices of the Oligarchs
Shocking but not surprising is a phrase I've often reverted to in the past eight years, for things that are both hideous and predictable, maybe transgressive against the...
www.meditationsinanemergency.com
March 6, 2025 at 1:42 AM
If, for example, Trump says nobody is allowed to dance, on penalty of death, he has no legal power to make that declaration and no power to enforce it, but if everyone stops dancing it's as good as if he did. Reporting as though Trump has these powers helps give him those powers.
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Last night I stood up for those who need Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security. Democrats will never abandon the fight to make sure every American has a safe, healthy, and financially secure life. #ISaidWhatISaid
March 6, 2025 at 12:46 AM
Last night I stood up for those who need Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security. Democrats will never abandon the fight to make sure every American has a safe, healthy, and financially secure life. #ISaidWhatISaid
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I’m imagining people sitting in a bank while it is being looted and robbed holding little signs that say “this is theft”
And other people being a little rude and yelling a little at the robbers who are demanding respect & who want to kill literally everyone
And other people being a little rude and yelling a little at the robbers who are demanding respect & who want to kill literally everyone
March 6, 2025 at 4:55 AM
I’m imagining people sitting in a bank while it is being looted and robbed holding little signs that say “this is theft”
And other people being a little rude and yelling a little at the robbers who are demanding respect & who want to kill literally everyone
And other people being a little rude and yelling a little at the robbers who are demanding respect & who want to kill literally everyone
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At this point, we really need to face Democratic leadership complicity.
With notable and courageous exceptions we can all easily identify by name, they’re clearly beholden to the same billionaire donors and foreign interests as the Republicans.
I wish that weren’t the case.
With notable and courageous exceptions we can all easily identify by name, they’re clearly beholden to the same billionaire donors and foreign interests as the Republicans.
I wish that weren’t the case.
March 5, 2025 at 4:40 AM
At this point, we really need to face Democratic leadership complicity.
With notable and courageous exceptions we can all easily identify by name, they’re clearly beholden to the same billionaire donors and foreign interests as the Republicans.
I wish that weren’t the case.
With notable and courageous exceptions we can all easily identify by name, they’re clearly beholden to the same billionaire donors and foreign interests as the Republicans.
I wish that weren’t the case.
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Donald Trump is lying to you.
March 5, 2025 at 4:37 AM
Donald Trump is lying to you.
Putting a light on democracy!
San Franciscans assembled peacefully across from City Hall rather than listening to the lie-monger in chief!
Drivers are showing their support with their horns.
My favorite sign today
ELECT A CLOWN, EXPECT A CIRCUS! #ProtestTrump
San Franciscans assembled peacefully across from City Hall rather than listening to the lie-monger in chief!
Drivers are showing their support with their horns.
My favorite sign today
ELECT A CLOWN, EXPECT A CIRCUS! #ProtestTrump
March 5, 2025 at 2:16 AM
Putting a light on democracy!
San Franciscans assembled peacefully across from City Hall rather than listening to the lie-monger in chief!
Drivers are showing their support with their horns.
My favorite sign today
ELECT A CLOWN, EXPECT A CIRCUS! #ProtestTrump
San Franciscans assembled peacefully across from City Hall rather than listening to the lie-monger in chief!
Drivers are showing their support with their horns.
My favorite sign today
ELECT A CLOWN, EXPECT A CIRCUS! #ProtestTrump
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I had the pleasure of reviewing Twyla Tharp Dance’s performance at Cal Performance this past weekend. This dynamic 60th Anniversary. program features live musical accompaniment by Third Coast Percussion performing Philip Glass. My thoughts here www.jen-norris-dance-rev.com/post/review-...
Review: Twyla Tharp Dance Diamond Jubilee, February 9-11, 2025, presented by Cal Performances at Zellerbach Hall at UC Berkeley
“Quintessentially Tharpian” is what I would have titled the Twyla Tharp Dance program, presented February 9 - 11 in Berkeley by CAL Performances, as part of a nationwide tour celebrating the 60th anni...
www.jen-norris-dance-rev.com
February 11, 2025 at 5:55 AM
I had the pleasure of reviewing Twyla Tharp Dance’s performance at Cal Performance this past weekend. This dynamic 60th Anniversary. program features live musical accompaniment by Third Coast Percussion performing Philip Glass. My thoughts here www.jen-norris-dance-rev.com/post/review-...
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Glad to be among the
Protesters outside Tesla in San Francisco chanting
Trump Must Go and
People Over Profits, Stop the Coup
Many motorists showing their support with their horns as they drive down US101 past the signs and flags and 100’s of people lining the road.
Protesters outside Tesla in San Francisco chanting
Trump Must Go and
People Over Profits, Stop the Coup
Many motorists showing their support with their horns as they drive down US101 past the signs and flags and 100’s of people lining the road.
March 1, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Glad to be among the
Protesters outside Tesla in San Francisco chanting
Trump Must Go and
People Over Profits, Stop the Coup
Many motorists showing their support with their horns as they drive down US101 past the signs and flags and 100’s of people lining the road.
Protesters outside Tesla in San Francisco chanting
Trump Must Go and
People Over Profits, Stop the Coup
Many motorists showing their support with their horns as they drive down US101 past the signs and flags and 100’s of people lining the road.
In the better late than never category, my review of Batsheva Dance Company’s MOMO from last weekend at CAL Performances on the UC Berkeley campus. www.jen-norris-dance-rev.com/post/review-...
Review: Batsheva Dance Company MOMO, February 22 & 23, 2025, presented by Cal Performances at Zellerbach Hall at UC Berkeley
One of the most revered international performance groups, the Batsheva Dance Company, is making its long-awaited Cal Performances debut February 22 and 23, 2025. Originally scheduled to perform in th...
www.jen-norris-dance-rev.com
March 1, 2025 at 8:10 PM
In the better late than never category, my review of Batsheva Dance Company’s MOMO from last weekend at CAL Performances on the UC Berkeley campus. www.jen-norris-dance-rev.com/post/review-...
This week’s assignment for 2D Art was to create
a 3 color cut paper artwork. I used a photo of my friend Wendy Rein performing on the outdoor stage at Jacob’s Pillow a while back. I chose to leave some pencil line work rather than overcrowd or unbalance the image with too much heavy foliage. #art
a 3 color cut paper artwork. I used a photo of my friend Wendy Rein performing on the outdoor stage at Jacob’s Pillow a while back. I chose to leave some pencil line work rather than overcrowd or unbalance the image with too much heavy foliage. #art
February 23, 2025 at 10:53 PM
This week’s assignment for 2D Art was to create
a 3 color cut paper artwork. I used a photo of my friend Wendy Rein performing on the outdoor stage at Jacob’s Pillow a while back. I chose to leave some pencil line work rather than overcrowd or unbalance the image with too much heavy foliage. #art
a 3 color cut paper artwork. I used a photo of my friend Wendy Rein performing on the outdoor stage at Jacob’s Pillow a while back. I chose to leave some pencil line work rather than overcrowd or unbalance the image with too much heavy foliage. #art
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Pritzker: If we don’t want to repeat history, then for god’s sake, in this moment, we better be strong enough to learn from it.
February 20, 2025 at 3:25 AM
Pritzker: If we don’t want to repeat history, then for god’s sake, in this moment, we better be strong enough to learn from it.
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Dark Pence is back.
February 19, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Dark Pence is back.
I just called my reps with @5calls.org, you should too: 5calls.org
I demanded Senators Padilla and Schiff move to impeach President Trump for his defiant and ongoing disregard for Constitutional law.
I demanded Senators Padilla and Schiff move to impeach President Trump for his defiant and ongoing disregard for Constitutional law.
5 Calls
Spend 5 minutes. Make 5 calls. Make your voice heard.
5calls.org
February 19, 2025 at 11:55 PM
I just called my reps with @5calls.org, you should too: 5calls.org
I demanded Senators Padilla and Schiff move to impeach President Trump for his defiant and ongoing disregard for Constitutional law.
I demanded Senators Padilla and Schiff move to impeach President Trump for his defiant and ongoing disregard for Constitutional law.
I am proud to share my orchid which is forming buds. This drawing is one of two 4x6 ink drawings for my 2D Art class at City of College of San Francisco.
Spent and hour on it this morning before dance class. Now I’m at Berkeley Rep with my mom for a matinee of “The Thing About Jellyfish”
Spent and hour on it this morning before dance class. Now I’m at Berkeley Rep with my mom for a matinee of “The Thing About Jellyfish”
February 16, 2025 at 9:57 PM
I am proud to share my orchid which is forming buds. This drawing is one of two 4x6 ink drawings for my 2D Art class at City of College of San Francisco.
Spent and hour on it this morning before dance class. Now I’m at Berkeley Rep with my mom for a matinee of “The Thing About Jellyfish”
Spent and hour on it this morning before dance class. Now I’m at Berkeley Rep with my mom for a matinee of “The Thing About Jellyfish”
I had the pleasure of reviewing Twyla Tharp Dance’s performance at Cal Performance this past weekend. This dynamic 60th Anniversary. program features live musical accompaniment by Third Coast Percussion performing Philip Glass. My thoughts here www.jen-norris-dance-rev.com/post/review-...
Review: Twyla Tharp Dance Diamond Jubilee, February 9-11, 2025, presented by Cal Performances at Zellerbach Hall at UC Berkeley
“Quintessentially Tharpian” is what I would have titled the Twyla Tharp Dance program, presented February 9 - 11 in Berkeley by CAL Performances, as part of a nationwide tour celebrating the 60th anni...
www.jen-norris-dance-rev.com
February 11, 2025 at 5:55 AM
I had the pleasure of reviewing Twyla Tharp Dance’s performance at Cal Performance this past weekend. This dynamic 60th Anniversary. program features live musical accompaniment by Third Coast Percussion performing Philip Glass. My thoughts here www.jen-norris-dance-rev.com/post/review-...
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February 9, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Yesterday, at a service at the National Cathedral in Washington, DC. Episcopal Bishop, Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde, publicly called out Trump asking him to be merciful to LGBTQ & immigrant ppl. In response he wrote nasty posts about her on his socials. Let’s send postcards of support her way. See photo
January 22, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Yesterday, at a service at the National Cathedral in Washington, DC. Episcopal Bishop, Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde, publicly called out Trump asking him to be merciful to LGBTQ & immigrant ppl. In response he wrote nasty posts about her on his socials. Let’s send postcards of support her way. See photo