SFCV’s perceptive writers report on topics relevant to opera. Music News For SFO’s Fidelio Director, the Beethoven Opera Is Personal Janos Gereben - September 13, 2021 Matthew Ozawa sees a vital beacon of hope for the downtrodden in the opera’s dramatic arc. Review SF Opera’s “Homecoming” Concert Is Splendid Janos Gereben - September 13, 2021 Rachel Willis-Sørensen and Jamie Barton thrill in a festive evening that transcended a few challenges. Review Jonas Kaufmann and Helmut Deutsch Excel in Liszt Jason Victor Serinus - September 13, 2021 The tenor and pianist are in perfect synch in this savvy, well-recorded collection of songs expressing joy and sorrow. Music News Dallas Opera’s Stage Directors Are All Women Next Season Janos Gereben - September 7, 2021 A step toward equity is the happy result of choosing the best candidate for each production. Music News Tosca Twosome Switches From Suicide to Marriage Jeff Kaliss - September 7, 2021 An onstage proposal surprises the intended and elates cast, orchestra, and audience alike. Review Collaboration Is Key to Matthew Aucoin’s Powerful The No One’s Rose Catherine Womack - August 31, 2021 The new chamber opera melds diverse strands of music, dance, and poetry to explore timeless themes of living in challenging times. Music News “The Homecoming” Comes to the War Memorial and Oracle Ballpark Janos Gereben - August 30, 2021 The special concert with free simulcast features a winning troika from Rusalka. Artist Spotlight On Pandemics and Parapets: Soprano Ailyn Pérez Talks About Tosca and Tough Times Lisa Houston - August 23, 2021 The singer made her role debut with SF Opera on Saturday. Catch one of the four remaining performances. Review Tosca Opens San Francisco Opera’s Live 2021–2022 Season Janos Gereben - August 23, 2021 The urgency of the music-making and acting were special as live opera emerged from the pall of the pandemic. Music News Long Beach Opera Keeps Its Edge in 2022 Peter Feher - August 17, 2021 The company is pushing the limits again in its exciting new season. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 … Next › Next page Last » Last page