Opera

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

Lily O'Brien - February 9, 2019

Composer Allen Shearer and librettist Claudia Stevens talk about the creation of their new opera, which premieres in collaboration with Earplay this month.

Jim Farber - February 7, 2019

He just plays one in David Lang’s opera.

Janos Gereben - February 7, 2019

Look for a company debut and some bigger roles from up-and-comers.

Janos Gereben - February 5, 2019

Georgia O’Keeffe’s migration to New Mexico inspired the Laura Kaminsky opera that opens with Opera Parallèle next month.

Joe Cadagin - February 4, 2019

The vibrant 1977 opera shines on this lovingly rendered CD reissue.

Janos Gereben - January 29, 2019

This year’s emerging opera talent takes the limelight through the largesse of series founder James Schwabacher.

Jim Farber - January 27, 2019

A world premiere, a role debut for Plácido Domingo, and a little bit of Hollywood.

Steven Winn - January 22, 2019

Some repertory staples get a makeover and fresh casting, while The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs gets its local premiere.

Ilana Walder-Biesanz - January 21, 2019

Mark Adamo’s score and libretto capture the simplicity and charm of Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel.

Janos Gereben - January 2, 2019

I due Foscari makes a rare appearance at the Lucie Stern Theatre in February.