Reviews

Jim Farber - July 2, 2024

Though small-scale, the NHSQ’s summer festivals fill a large hole in Los Angeles’ cultural life.

Jason Victor Serinus - July 2, 2024

The opera here sports a powerful cast and Mark Elder conducting a fully committed London Symphony Orchestra.

Richard S. Ginell - July 1, 2024

This version of the opera, captured in concerts with the LA Phil last year, improves on any live performance.

Jeff Kaliss - June 25, 2024

Amid a flurry of world premieres, the Quartet bids farewell to violist Hank Dutt and violinist John Sherba with these performances.

Nicholas Jones - June 25, 2024

Christopher Alden’s witty production is matched with brilliant singing and acting in this top-notch staging.

Lev Mamuya - June 25, 2024

With an array of specially constructed instruments, this group celebrates originality and innovation and puts on a great show at REDCAT.

Rebecca Wishnia - June 24, 2024

Every member of the orchestra is essential in this performance led by Music Director Esa-Pekka Salonen.

Lisa Hirsch - June 24, 2024

In its West Coast premiere, Gregory Spears’s opera about two closeted gay men is a moving reminder of what’s always at stake with love.

Richard S. Ginell - June 24, 2024

The composer’s latest opera, recorded shortly after its 2023 premiere, has a spare but intriguing setup.

Steven Winn - June 18, 2024

The company’s current production of Otto Nicolai’s 1849 singspiel might have just a little too much of everything.