Simple staging and sublime performances make the three-hour “variety show” zip by with style.
New music and old mixed together in a concert that showed how a balanced playlist can refresh the ears.
The vibrant program showcased brilliant new compositions and outstanding musicianship.
Libby Larsen’s operatic adaptation of Shelley is less than riveting in a confusing production.
A.B.S. Academy participants show their stuff in an assured performance.
Martín y Soler’s jaunty farce makes an un-edgy interlude in West Edge Opera’s festival season.
No disruption here: Music Director Cristian Mačelaru first concerts at Cabrillo have a familiar vibe.
Stellar performances outshine ungainly production choices and the limitations of the opera itself.
In a concert featuring a wide range of subjects and inspiration, the older works fared best.
Stellar ensemble work and strong vocal performances make magic with Rossini’s fairy tale.
