Opera

SFCV’s perceptive writers report on topics relevant to opera.

Michael Zwiebach - October 20, 2020

With the announcement of serious creative talents and fascinating works in development, West Edge’s Aperture becomes a major site for the development of American opera.

Janos Gereben - October 20, 2020

Even if they manage to stay healthy, musicians are struggling for survival.

Janos Gereben - October 13, 2020

Ongoing concerns about the pandemic once again force companies large and small to retool their coming year.

Peter Feher - October 13, 2020

In a series of socially distanced productions, the young company gives a contemporary twist to some classics.

Janos Gereben - October 12, 2020

Erica Miner’s latest opera-tinged mystery is set in and around the War Memorial Opera House.

Michael Zwiebach - October 6, 2020

There’s a wealth of great music a couple of keystrokes away thanks to the Conservatory’s new initiative.

Janos Gereben - October 5, 2020

Classic performances of Tosca, Attila, and The Marriage of Figaro are slated for October.

Steven Winn - October 5, 2020

The presentation may have been folksy, but the power couple delivered serious operatic artistry in their online recital.

Jason Victor Serinus - October 3, 2020

A new recording captures the music if not the drama of Ricky Ian Gordon’s chamber opera.

Janos Gereben - September 28, 2020

Tune in Oct. 25 to enjoy the online edition of the unsinkable company’s annual tradition of topical spoofs set to Gilbert & Sullivan tunes.