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Classic Movie & Gallery Night: “Pandora and Flying Dutchman” (SF)

Saturday, September 12, 2026 - 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*$15
Yerba Buena Center for the Arts | 701 Mission St, San Francisco, CA
San Francisco

Event Details

Submitted by the Event Organizer

Ava Gardner and James Mason in “Pandora and the Flying Dutchman.” Courtesy of Park Circus/Cohen Media Group.

See Albert Lewin’s “Pandora and Flying Dutchman” (1951) starring Ava Gardner as an enigmatic singer who falls hard for the legendary Flying Dutchman eternally condemned to sail the seas.

Enjoy themed snacks as part of this series inspired by GaHee Park’s exhibition “Behind the Curtain.” Free gallery admission included with your ticket!

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE*
*$15
Categories: Art & Museums, Downtown San Francisco, In Person, Movies
Address: 701 Mission St, San Francisco, CA

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