SFCV’s perceptive writers report on topics relevant to opera. Music News New Opera to Mark Opening of Grand Egyptian Museum Janos Gereben - August 26, 2022 Zahi Hawass, who curated the current pharaohs exhibit at the de Young Museum, serves as librettist for the ambitious theatrical project. Review Grooving With the Stars of Tomorrow at the Merola Grand Finale Janos Gereben - August 22, 2022 A roster of young singers strut their stuff in an evening filled with operatic highlights. Feature First Look: Mimi Lien’s Daring Set Designs for SF Opera’s Antony and Cleopatra Michael Zwiebach - August 16, 2022 An opera may ultimately be judged by its music, but exhilarating visual appeal can’t hurt. Review Young Stars Align for Merola Opera Program’s Magic Flute Steven Winn - August 8, 2022 Strong performances from this year’s cast of emerging artists bring Mozart’s opera to life. Artist Spotlight Lina González-Granados Steps Onto the Podium in Los Angeles Victoria Looseleaf - August 8, 2022 The much-in-demand conductor makes her LA Phil debut this month, ahead of taking up the baton with LA Opera for the next several seasons. Review If Coraline Is Mark-Anthony Turnage’s Last Opera, It’s a Good One Michael Zwiebach - August 2, 2022 West Edge Opera’s staging, in collaboration with Papermoon Opera Productions, turns everyday stuff into magic. Review Familiar Voices and Powerful Scenes in West Edge Opera’s Julius Caesar Nicholas Jones - August 2, 2022 The company’s cast of regulars excels in one of Handel’s great dramatic works. Review West Edge Opera Makes the Case for a Nearly Forgotten Masterpiece Steven Winn - July 26, 2022 Paul Dukas’ Ariane & Bluebeard gets a superb production with commanding lead performances. Music News SF Opera’s Centennial Celebration Approaches, With $10 Tickets Janos Gereben - July 25, 2022 Discounted seats are just one initiative the company is rolling out for its 100th-anniversary season. Feature The Best 21st-Century Operas, According to Our Readers Michael Zwiebach - July 19, 2022 We asked, you answered. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 … Next › Next page Last » Last page
