Opera

The 46-year-old, who recently portrayed Escamillo in SF Opera’s production of Carmen, says he’s just entering the prime years of his career.

The French lyric’s new album, featuring pianist Carrie-Ann Matheson, delightfully flouts conventions in service of maximal expression.

Here are the concerts, solo recitals, and opera productions that stood out in a busy year, according to SFCV’s reviewers.

Here are the concerts, solo recitals, and opera productions that stood out in a busy year, according to SFCV’s reviewers.

At the San Francisco Symphony, Opera, and Ballet, negotiations continue, with some positive developments to report.

The soprano pours herself into powerful, emotional selections by Tchaikovsky and Sergei Rachmaninoff.

Maria, starring Angelina Jolie and now streaming on Netflix, is likely to ignite even more passion than Maestro or Tár.

The star director hands over the reins at The Industry as the Met and more come calling.

The star of European stages has finally crossed the Atlantic and is making her West Coast debut this month.

And that’s not Heggie’s only forthcoming honor. Next year, he’ll be inducted into the Opera Hall of Fame.