Californian bubble performance artist brings joy to people amidst the pandemic

Reis is seen through a giant bubble he made on a rooftop in San Francisco, California, in June. Photo: Nathan Frandino/Reuters

The massive bubble Kurth Reis conjured two months ago, rising like a genie from a bucket of soap, startled a small girl visiting San Francisco’s Embarcadero, almost enveloping her as she scampered away.

The bubble popped. She then jumped and clapped, and turned to Reis, eager for another show. This city’s hardworking bubble man had succeeded once again in bringing a little joy.