in-depth and experimental coverage of the bay area’s arts and cultural scenes
By Julius Rea, with H.P. Mendoza
The poetic prince of SF independent film paints the picture of his illuminating career trajectory.
Substrate Arts co-founder Julius Rea spoke onstage with San Francisco-based filmmaker H.P. Mendoza as he tours his newest film, “The Secret Art of Human Flight.”
By David John Chávez, with Alan Quismorio
A longtime pillar of Bay Area theatre looks in the past and hopes for the future.
The Chikahan Company co-founder Alan Quismorio sits down with David John Chávez to unpack the state of theatre-making and the power of Filipino narratives.
By David John Chávez, with Sean San José
As part of Substrate Arts’ Launch Party held at Magic Theatre in June 2023, Substrate Arts co-founder David John Chávez spoke with Sean San José, artistic director of Magic Theatre and co-founder of Campo Santo.
By Hiya Swanhuyser, with Yea-Ming Chen
As part of Substrate Arts’ Launch Party held at Magic Theatre in June 2023, Substrate Arts co-founder Hiya Swanhuyser spoke onstage with songwriter, composer, and actor Yea-Ming Chen.