Sharp & Fine to Premiere Iphigenia in San Francisco
The dance-theater company debuts a new production featuring a live score at Z Space starting October 23, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Dance
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The dance-theater troupe Sharp & Fine will present the premiere of its latest production, Iphigenia, at Z Space in San Francisco. The performances are scheduled to begin on October 23, 2026.
Why it matters
This production marks the continuation of a creative partnership between the company and composer Jordan Glenn, who has worked with them since 2016. The show integrates dialogue and a live band to explore new artistic territory for the ensemble.
The production features six performers and a five-piece band, including a 15-minute musical suite at the finale. Tickets for the run are priced between $25 and $45.
The players
Sharp & Fine
This San Francisco-based dance-theater troupe is known for blending movement and narrative storytelling.
Jordan Glenn
An Alameda-based composer and musician who has collaborated with Sharp & Fine on six productions since 2016.
The details
The performance incorporates dialogue alongside a musical score composed by Jordan Glenn, who performs on drums, accordion, and a custom sound box. The band includes cellist Ben Davis, flutist Cory Wright, guitarist Matt Wrobel, and violinist Jessica Folson.
Timeline
Jordan Glenn began collaborating with Sharp & Fine in 2016.
The premiere performance of Iphigenia is on October 23, 2026.
Additional performances follow on October 24, 2026, and October 25, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
This production follows the collaborative precedent set by the 2024 performance of A Detective Story to integrate live music into dance narratives. It reflects the broader trend of small ensembles commissioning bespoke scores to distinguish their work in a competitive arts market.
Tickets for the run at Z Space are currently available through the company's portal. Attendees should plan for a performance that includes both physical movement and an extended musical finale.
The takeaway
Audience members interested in experimental theater can see the latest collaboration between composer Jordan Glenn and the company this October. This performance highlights how integrating specific instrumentation can enhance the narrative scope of contemporary dance.
Further reading
Find more upcoming performances in the San Francisco Dance section.
More information
Purchase tickets or learn more about the show through the Sharp & Fine production ticket portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Local News Matters.
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