San Francisco

Contemporary works by Christopher Stark and Laura Schwendinger soar on a shoestring at Z Space.

The singer shares the buzz about her upcoming role with S.F. Opera.

The composer’s The Central Park Five premieres at Long Beach Opera on June 15.

Director Ron Howard’s new project is an intimate portrait of an outsized talent.

The rising mezzo-soprano talks about her lifetime of training for the demanding role.

Verdi’s last opera is uneven in the venerable company’s new production.

The LA Phil stages a “staggeringly ambitious production” of the groundbreaking opera.

In advance of her stint with the S.F. Opera in June, the singer muses on her wildly varied career, her special relationship with MTT, and the joy of singing.

Budget cuts prune the company’s vision for a high-tech future.

The tireless conductor explains his enduring love for Verdi, how he plans an L.A. Opera season with Domingo, and why Mozart is a healing force.