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The Paul Dresher Ensemble We create and produce multi-disciplinary collaborative music. theater and dance works and we provide

"Paul Dresher exemplifies the spirit of West Coast music both in the richness of his sound world as well as the inventiveness of his mind...He's a maverick in the very best sense of the world."
- John Adams, Interview Magazine

Lear is sold out, maybe; walking seats are available if people do not show up....KING LEAR by William ShakespeareDirecte...
10/10/2026

Lear is sold out, maybe; walking seats are available if people do not show up....

KING LEAR by William Shakespeare
Directed by Michael Socrates Moran
Music composed by Paul Dresher
Performed live by the Dresher | Davel Invented Instrument Duo

Z Space’s Steindler Stage
450 Florida Street, San Francisco

We’ve invited dramaturg Dr. Philippa Kelly to share one quote from the play each day, offering a glimpse into Shakespeare’s powerful words and their relevance today. Follow along—and join us at Z Space through October 11!

ABOUT Philippa Kelly
Dr. Philippa Kelly has published 11 books, including King Lear: A Guide and The King and I, exploring Shakespeare’s tragedy and its contemporary relevance. She was the first woman commissioned to produce a public edition of King Lear, published by Halstead Press in 2002.

Photo by : Natalie Pasquinelli as Regan

We're nearly SOLD OUT. GRAB the Last Tickets 6 tickets available for Friday, October 9, at 7 p.m. 9 tickets available fo...
10/09/2026

We're nearly SOLD OUT. GRAB the Last Tickets

6 tickets available for Friday, October 9, at 7 p.m.
9 tickets available for Saturday, October 10, at 7 p.m.

https://www.zspace.org/lear

Pay What You Can: $10 or $20 · General Admission: $40
Very Few Select Seats: $70 and Priority Seating: $100

KING LEAR by William Shakespeare
Directed by Michael Socrates Moran
Music composed by Paul Dresher
Performed live by the Dresher | Davel Invented Instrument Duo

Z Space’s Steindler Stage
450 Florida Street, San Francisco

We’ve invited dramaturg Dr. Philippa Kelly to share one quote from the play each day, offering a glimpse into Shakespeare’s powerful words and their relevance today. Follow along—and join us at Z Space through October 11!

ABOUT Philippa Kelly
Dr. Philippa Kelly has published 11 books, including King Lear: A Guide and The King and I, exploring Shakespeare’s tragedy and its contemporary relevance. She was the first woman commissioned to produce a public edition of King Lear, published by Halstead Press in 2002.

Photo by ben krantz studio : Dean Linnard as Edmund

Oakland Theater Project The Paul Dresher Ensemble

A quote a day from King Lear (selected by Philippa Kelly)Performances are selling outSecure your seats today at https://...
10/08/2026

A quote a day from King Lear (selected by Philippa Kelly)
Performances are selling out

Secure your seats today at https://www.zspace.org/lear

Performances are selling out
Secure your seats today at
zspace.org/lear.

Sunday, October 11 is SOLD OUT.

We are at 75% capacity for Thursday
• Thursday, October 8, at 7 p.m.

We are at 88% capacity for Friday and Saturday
• Friday, October 9, at 7 p.m.
• Saturday, October 10, at 7 p.m.

Pay What You Can: $10 or $20 · General Admission: $40
Very Few Select Seats: $70 and Priority Seating: $100

KING LEAR by William Shakespeare
Directed by Michael Socrates Moran
Music composed by Paul Dresher
Performed live by the Dresher | Davel Invented Instrument Duo

Z Space’s Steindler Stage
450 Florida Street, San Francisco

We’ve invited dramaturg Dr. Philippa Kelly to share one quote from the play each day, offering a glimpse into Shakespeare’s powerful words and their relevance today. Follow along—and join us at Z Space through October 11!

ABOUT Philippa Kelly
Dr. Philippa Kelly has published 11 books, including King Lear: A Guide and The King and I, exploring Shakespeare’s tragedy and its contemporary relevance. She was the first woman commissioned to produce a public edition of King Lear, published by Halstead Press in 2002.

Photo by Ben Krantz Studio : Sarah Kasuga as Goneril

10/08/2026

KING LEAR

The music in the short compilation is an excerpt of the LEAR music composed by Paul Dresher.

Performances are selling out
Secure your seats today at

https://www.zspace.org/lear

Sunday, October 11 is SOLD OUT.

We are at 75% capacity for today
• Thursday, October 8, at 7 p.m.

We are at 88% capacity for Friday and Saturday
• Friday, October 9, at 7 p.m.
• Saturday, October 10, at 7 p.m.

Pay What You Can: $10 or $20 · General Admission: $40
Very Few Select Seats: $70 and Priority Seating: $100

KING LEAR by William Shakespeare
Directed by Michael Socrates Moran
Music composed by Paul Dresher
Performed live by the Dresher | Davel Invented Instrument Duo

Z Space’s Steindler Stage
450 Florida Street, San Francisco



https://www.zspace.org/lear

A quote a day from King Lear (selected by Philippa Kelly)Performances are selling outSecure your seats today at zspace.o...
10/07/2026

A quote a day from King Lear (selected by Philippa Kelly)

Performances are selling out
Secure your seats today at zspace.org/lear.

Seats are still available only for:
• Thursday, October 8, at 7 p.m.
• Friday, October 9, at 7 p.m.
• Saturday, October 10, at 7 p.m.
• Sunday, October 11 SOLD OUT

Pay What You Can: $10 or $20 · General Admission: $40
Very Few Select Seats: $70 and Priority Seating: $100

KING LEAR by William Shakespeare
Directed by Michael Socrates Moran
Music composed by Paul Dresher
Performed live by the Dresher | Davel Invented Instrument Duo

Z Space’s Steindler Stage
450 Florida Street, San Francisco

We’ve invited dramaturg Dr. Philippa Kelly to share one quote from the play each day, offering a glimpse into Shakespeare’s powerful words and their relevance today. Follow along—and join us at Z Space through October 11!

ABOUT Philippa Kelly
Dr. Philippa Kelly has published 11 books, including King Lear: A Guide and The King and I, exploring Shakespeare’s tragedy and its contemporary relevance. She was the first woman commissioned to produce a public edition of King Lear, published by Halstead Press in 2002.

Photo by Ben Krantz Studio : Tyler Aguallo as Edgar

A quote a day from King Lear!Secure your seats today at zspace.org/lear.Seats are still available only for:• Thursday, O...
10/06/2026

A quote a day from King Lear!

Secure your seats today at zspace.org/lear.

Seats are still available only for:
• Thursday, October 8, at 7 p.m.
• Friday, October 9, at 7 p.m.
• Saturday, October 10, at 7 p.m.

We’ve invited dramaturg Dr. Philippa Kelly to share one quote from the play each day, offering a glimpse into Shakespeare’s powerful words and their relevance today. Follow along—and join us at Z Space through October 11!

KING LEAR by William Shakespeare
Directed by Michael Socrates Moran
Music composed by Paul Dresher
Performed live by the Dresher | Davel Invented Instrument Duo

Z Space’s Steindler Stage
450 Florida Street, San Francisco

Running time: 3 hours, including two intermissions.
Tickets: $10–$100
https://www.zspace.org/lear
415.626.0453

ABOUT PHILIPPA KELLY
Dr. Philippa Kelly has published 11 books, including King Lear: A Guide and The King and I, exploring Shakespeare’s tragedy and its contemporary relevance. She was the first woman commissioned to produce a public edition of King Lear, published by Halstead Press in 2002.

A quote a day from King Lear!We’ve invited dramaturg Dr. Philippa Kelly to share one quote from the play each day, offer...
10/05/2026

A quote a day from King Lear!

We’ve invited dramaturg Dr. Philippa Kelly to share one quote from the play each day, offering a glimpse into Shakespeare’s powerful words and their relevance today.

Performances are selling out
Secure your seats today

zspace.org/lear.

Seats are still available only for:
• Thursday, October 8, at 7 p.m.
• Friday, October 9, at 7 p.m.
• Saturday, October 10, at 7 p.m.

KING LEAR by William Shakespeare
Directed by Michael Socrates Moran
Music composed by Paul Dresher
Performed live by the Dresher | Davel Invented Instrument Duo

Z Space’s Steindler Stage
450 Florida Street, San Francisco

Running time: 3 hours, including two intermissions.
Tickets: $10–$100
https://www.zspace.org/lear
415.626.0453

ABOUT PHILIPPA KELLY
Dr. Philippa Kelly has published 11 books, including King Lear: A Guide and The King and I, exploring Shakespeare’s tragedy and its contemporary relevance. She was the first woman commissioned to produce a public edition of King Lear, published by Halstead Press in 2002.

We’re a San Francisco Arts Commission/Grants for the Arts grantee! Thank you for the continued supportThe Arts Commissio...
10/05/2026

We’re a San Francisco Arts Commission/Grants for the Arts grantee! Thank you for the continued support

The Arts Commission and Grants for the Arts recently announced a combined investment of over $25 million, supporting nearly 400 local artists and arts organizations.

It’s wonderful to see so many of our colleagues recognized for creating vibrant art in San Francisco. We’re proud to be part of this inspiring creative community!

For New Performance Traditions, co-producing King Lear and bringing Sound Maze to SFMOMA in April 2027 would not be possible without the City’s support.

Thank you, San Francisco, for investing in artists and making these experiences possible for our communities!

A quote a day from King Lear!We’ve invited dramaturg Dr. Philippa Kelly to share one quote from the play each day, offer...
10/04/2026

A quote a day from King Lear!

We’ve invited dramaturg Dr. Philippa Kelly to share one quote from the play each day, offering a glimpse into Shakespeare’s powerful words and their relevance today. Follow along—and join us at Z Space through October 11!
Performances are selling out — secure your seats today at

zspace.org/lear.

King Lear by William Shakespeare
Directed by Michael Socrates Moran
Music composed by Paul Dresher

Z Space’s Steindler Stage
450 Florida Street, San Francisco
September 25–October 11, 2026

Sunday performances are nearly sold out, but seats are still available for Saturday, October 3; Thursday, October 8; Friday, October 9; and Saturday, October 10.

Performance times:
Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 7 p.m.
Sunday, October 4 and 11, at 2 p.m.

Running time: 3 hours, including two intermissions
Tickets: $10–$100 at zspace.org/lear or 415.626.0453

About Dr. Philippa Kelly:
Philippa Kelly has published 11 books, including "King Lear: A Guide" and "The King and I", exploring Shakespeare’s tragedy and its contemporary relevance. She was the first woman commissioned to produce a public edition of King Lear, published by Halstead Press in 2002.

Odissi dance at the studio tonight, thanks to Maureen Mitra, Odissi Vilas, and the Consulate General of India, San Franc...
10/04/2026

Odissi dance at the studio tonight, thanks to Maureen Mitra, Odissi Vilas, and the Consulate General of India, San Francisco

Athaah by Arushi Mudgal

Like the ocean, Indian arts are athaah – deep, and abundant with boundless possibilities for creative expression. Athaah is a reimagination of the traditional Odissi repertoire, exploring newer possibilities while remaining deeply connected to its roots.

Concept & Choreography: Arushi Mudgal
Dance: Arushi Mudgal
Vocals: Sawani Mudgal

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