Press Room

Aug 3, 2021

SAN FRANCISCO, CA—The San Francisco Symphony today announces updated safety protocols for audiences attending live performances at Davies Symphony Hall in August 2021, requiring all patrons to present proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test to ushers upon arrival at the hall. In accordance with health and safety guidelines from the City and County of San Francisco and at the advice of the Symphony’s Health & Safety Task Force, the San Francisco Symphony will once again require audiences to provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours of the performance date, beginning with the concert on Friday, August 6 conducted by Xian Zhang and featuring pianist George Li. More information about Patron Safety at Davies Symphony Hall can be found here.

The San Francisco Symphony has undertaken appropriate modifications to comply with current health and safety protocols provided by the San Francisco Department of Public Health. These measures include increased cleaning before performances and a no-touch or low-touch experience. As required by the City and County of San Francisco, a face covering is required for entry into Davies Symphony Hall and must be worn at all times. Face masks must completely cover nose and mouth and have ear loops or similar to hold in place. Gaiters and bandanas are not acceptable. 

Tickets for San Francisco Symphony concerts can be purchased online via sfsymphony.org or by calling the SF Symphony Box Office at 415-864-6000.

CALENDAR EDITORS, PLEASE NOTE:

• Davies Symphony Hall is located at 201 Van Ness Avenue in San Francisco.
• Tickets for concerts at Davies Symphony can be purchased via sfsymphony.org or by calling the San Francisco Symphony Box Office at 415-864-6000. Tickets prices range from $25 to $95. 
• Davies Symphony Hall is currently operating at full audience capacity. All attendees must present confirmation of either a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours of the event or a COVID-19 vaccination series completed at least 14 days prior to the event. Learn more about Patron Safety at Davies Symphony Hall here. 

                                                                                                                                                  

Xian Zhang Conducts the SF Symphony
Friday, August 6, 2021 at 7pm at Davies Symphony Hall

Xian Zhang conductor
George Li piano
San Francisco Symphony

WILLIAM GRANT STILL Mother and Child 

WOLFGANG AMADÉ MOZART Piano Concerto No. 24 in C minor, K.491 

WOLFGANG AMADÉ MOZART Symphony No. 39, K.543 
                                                                                                                                                  

SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY
The Music of John Williams

Thursday, August 12, 2021 at 7pm at Davies Symphony Hall
Friday, August 13, 2021 at 7pm at Davies Symphony Hall

Edwin Outwater conductor
San Francisco Symphony

JOHN WILLIAMS Flying Theme from E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial

JOHN WILLIAMS Yoda’s Theme from the Star Wars Saga

JOHN WILLIAMS Hedwig’s Theme from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone

JOHN WILLIAMS Across the Stars from Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones

JOHN WILLIAMS The Duel from The Adventures of Tintin

JOHN WILLIAMS Suite from Far and Away

JOHN WILLIAMS Theme from Jurassic Park

JOHN WILLIAMS March from Raiders of the Lost Ark

JOHN WILLIAMS With Malice Toward None from Lincoln

JOHN WILLIAMS Flight to Neverland from Hook

JOHN WILLIAMS Imperial March from the Star Wars Saga

JOHN WILLIAMS Theme from Jaws

JOHN WILLIAMS Leia's Theme from Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope

JOHN WILLIAMS Main Title from the Star Wars Saga
                                                                                                                                                  

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