SFCV’s perceptive writers report on topics relevant to opera. Feature Braving the World of The Handmaid’s Tale at SF Opera Emily Wilson - September 10, 2024 Mezzo-soprano Irene Roberts and conductor Karen Kamensek are up for the challenges of Poul Ruders’s music and Margaret Atwood’s story. Review Passion, Politics, and Intrigue in SF Opera’s Un ballo in maschera Steven Winn - September 9, 2024 The company’s 102nd season is off to a grand start with this well-staged and well-sung production of Verdi’s historical drama. Music News SF Opera Musicians Fight for Contract Janos Gereben - September 9, 2024 Continued budget difficulties at the company are complicating labor talks with members of the orchestra. Artist Spotlight Judit Kutasi Brings Her Star Power Stateside Victoria Looseleaf - September 4, 2024 With appearances at SF Opera and the Met, the powerhouse mezzo-soprano is reaching new audiences with her art. Music News New Film About Maria Callas Invites Your Pleasure or Wrath Janos Gereben - September 4, 2024 Angelina Jolie stars in a much-heralded movie about the final days of the legendary soprano. Artist Spotlight Countertenor Key’mon Murrah Eyes a Big Career Victoria Looseleaf - September 4, 2024 Performing at the Hollywood Bowl is the latest debut in the singer’s expanding schedule. Music News SF Opera Honors Former General Director David Gockley Janos Gereben - August 26, 2024 One of American opera’s great innovators and champions unveils his memorial plaque. Feature Letter From Santa Fe: The Righteous and the Unrighteous Lisa Hirsch - August 24, 2024 Gregory Spears’s new opera is in repertory with L’elisir d’amore, Don Giovanni, and Der Rosenkavalier. Review Promising Young Singers Come Together One Last Time in Merola Grand Finale Steven Winn - August 19, 2024 A couple of standout artists from the 2024 class of the Merola Opera Program shine bright in this season-ending showcase. Review The Tragic Life of Jacqueline du Pré Told in Opera Steven Winn - August 12, 2024 The cellist’s brief but brilliant career is captured in soprano Marnie Breckenridge’s stunning performance for West Edge Opera. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 … Next › Next page Last » Last page