TuneUp Magazine March 2024

The 2024 Repertory Season includes world premiere commissions, a double bill of Latina choreographers, reimaginations of Pandora’s Box and Carmen, an exploration of Frida Kahlo’s life, and classics rarely performed in the U.S. Curated by Tamara Rojo, the first woman to lead the trailblazing company and San Francisco Ballet’s first new Artistic Director in nearly four decades, the season centers on cross-disciplinary and cross-cultural collaborations, celebrates the artists and histories of San Francisco, and spotlights women’s voices on stage and off. Programs in the 2024 Repertory Season, taking place at the War Memorial Opera House from January 26–May 5, include: • A world premiere SF Ballet commission for orchestra and electronics led by music producer/DJ and composer Floating Points and renowned choreographer Aszure Barton, who will reimagine Pandora’s Box through…

A Music Prodigy Twenty-year-old R&B artist and fashion model, Zeyoncé’s childhood dream was to either be a veterinarian since she loved dogs and horses, or a model. The stars were aligned and demonstrated to be auspicious since a bright future awaited her—stardom. Zeyoncé currently resides in Milpitas, California, is the youngest of four siblings, and is biracial—African American and Filipino. She loves celebrating Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year. “We always go to church and don’t sleep during Christmas Eve, because we cannot wait to open our gifts.” She smiles. She embraces both her cultures and attributes her name to be the passport to her success. “My parents only named me after three days. When my older sisters insisted that my name should start with the letter Z, they searched for…

CREDITS: Everyone knows that one woman who goes against the grain. That woman is often perceived as rowdy, disrespectful, low class, trashy, or to simply put it, a “bitch.” However, women are giving a new meaning to that word today. To be a “bitch” means to be a hustler. To be a “bitch” means to be a player. To be a “bitch” means to be unapologetic and stand on business about your truths. That woman today is what we all know as “a bad bitch.” We’ve seen this “bad bitch” alter ego in Amber Rose, Cardi B, Lizzo, Saweetie and even Meg Thee Stallion. It’s a viscous movement that they have all taken upon themselves to say to society “fuck you.” However, this movement didn’t start with them. We have…

Unlocking Her Best Self Growing up in a family of singers and musicians was only natural for celebrity Geneva Cruz’s childhood dream to become a professional singer and follow in their footsteps. “I’ll always consider myself a singer/performer; it’s who I have been since I was a kid of two years old,” she shares. Geneva was born and raised in the Philippines. As early as twelve years old, among five hundred applicants from all over the Philippines, Geneva gathered her courage to audition for a part of a singing group. National Artist for Music, Maestro Ryan Cayabyab spotted Geneva’s immense talent and selected her to be one of the singers for Smokey Mountain and became her mentor in her career. The Smokey Mountain group performed in ragged clothes to portray…

Singing A Villi a Purpose Renowned artist, Marisela emerged into this world singing with the angels. She was not only born to sing but made to be a star. Born in Los Angeles, California, Marisela was musically inclined at an early age of six. “My mom Gina, was the person that created Marisela. She guided me, represented me, and taught me everything I know. My greatest desire was to make my mother proud by becoming what she always wished to be - A FAMOUS SINGER. She took my hand, and together, we opened the doors and walked into this crazy world of music and the entertainment business,” she shares. Growing up at home with parents that loved music was a great inspiration for Marisela. “My parents hosted parties wherein they…

On 24 January, H&M Move celebrated their latest collection drop with specially invited guests at the Village Underground in Shoreditch, London. The night was illuminated by RAYE, who earlier today received 7 Brit Award nominations! H&M Move launched their newest movewear with a showstopping campaign, featuring music powerhouse RAYE and iconic athlete Zlatan Ibrahimović. The collection effortlessly bridges the gap between sport and fashion, introducing versatile performance pieces and athleisure wear that transition seamlessly from gym floor to dance floor. In that spirit, H&M Move invited an array of guests from music, sports, and fashion to attend an intimate London event. RAYE’s radiant live performance was the evening highlight, as she turned the venue into a vibrant dance party with hits like ‘Escapism’ and ‘Black Mascara’. The music act was…