Get ready for a queer pop extravaganza that’s about to set San Francisco’s historic Castro Theatre on fire! Grammy-winning non-binary icon Sam Smith is bringing their epic “To Be Free” tour to our beloved neighborhood, and tickets are flying faster than Karl the Fog rolls in.

A Residency Fit for Queer Royalty

Sam Smith isn’t just doing a few shows - they’re taking over The Castro (yes, that’s the official new name) with a whopping 20-date residency from February 10 to March 14. What started as an eight-show run has exploded into a month-long celebration that’s got Bay Area music lovers absolutely buzzing.

More Than Just a Concert

This isn’t just another tour stop. Smith recently filmed a music video right in the heart of the Castro, covering Bill Withers’ “Ain’t No Sunshine” and creating some delightful local drama with a cheeky smoking scene. Talk about making an entrance! Most shows are already sold out, with only two dates - March 10 and 11 - still offering tickets.

Neighborhood Drama and Anticipation

While Smith’s residency is the headline act, there’s ongoing tea about the venue itself. Another Planet Entertainment’s takeover of the Castro Theatre has been a rollercoaster, with local businesses like Castro Coffee Company and Castro Nail Salon hanging on by a thread amid potential evictions. But for now, all eyes are on Sam Smith bringing some serious queer magic to this iconic space.

Tickets are disappearing faster than avocado toast at a brunch spot, so don’t sleep on this epic moment in SF music history!