SFCV’s perceptive writers report on topics relevant to opera. Review Renée Rapier Captivates in Festival Opera’s “Nuit d’Espagne” Recital Nicholas Jones - January 14, 2020 Pianist Robert Mollicone accompanies the mezzo in a program of “Spanish” music filtered through composers from France, Russia, Italy, and even Spain. Music News New California Law Begins to Wreak Havoc With Arts Organizations Janos Gereben - January 7, 2020 Island City Opera postpones a production because of a statewide law affecting independent contractors. Music News Lamplighters Return to Princess Ida With Fresh Eyes Janos Gereben - January 6, 2020 The Gilbert and Sullivan operetta gets an update but without losing any of its charm. Artist Spotlight Ric Salinas Taps an Ancient Legend for an Operatic Clash of Cultures Victoria Looseleaf - January 5, 2020 The Culture Clash cofounder talks about the premiere of King Arthur with Long Beach Opera. Feature West Edge Opera Offers More Snapshots of New Operas in the Making Lou Fancher - January 5, 2020 The annual sampler of four new works is a boon to opera lovers, creators, and producers alike. Artist Spotlight Mihoko Fujimura: The Totally Dedicated Artist Victoria Looseleaf - December 30, 2019 The mezzo-soprano, acclaimed for her Wagnerian roles, joins the LA Phil for Mahler’s Second Symphony in January. Feature LA Opera’s “Eurydice Found” Festival Celebrates Neglected Half of the Greek Myth Victoria Looseleaf - December 29, 2019 A world premiere opera, site-specific dance, and music on the Metro are just part of what’s in store for the three-month festival. Review Numi Opera Goes Small With a Delightful Korngold Opera Jim Farber - December 23, 2019 A concert staging of Erich Wolfgang Korngold’s Der Ring des Polykrates is a success for the young company. Artist Spotlight Eun Sun Kim: The Can-Do Conductor Plays No Favorites Michael Zwiebach - December 17, 2019 The new music director of SF Opera is interested in just about everything to do with orchestras and music. Review Judas Maccabeus Reigns Victorious With Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra Michael Zwiebach - December 10, 2019 A rousing performance of Handel’s masterwork: Shouldn’t this Hanukkah-themed oratorio be a regular item on the December holiday menu? Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 … Next › Next page Last » Last page