SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area. Review A Sense of Wonder With Art Lande and Friends Andrew Gilbert - February 15, 2019 The influential jazz pianist inspires with his adventurous, playful spirit at the California Jazz Conservatory. Artist Spotlight Jessica Lang Pulls the Plug on Her Company Lou Fancher - February 14, 2019 The acclaimed, prolific choreographer is making more time to do what she does best: create. Feature Tireless Helgi Tomasson Keeps S.F. Ballet Moving Forward Janice Berman - February 14, 2019 The company’s artistic director is keeping with the times. Review From Neoclassical Pomp to Hip-Hop in Funky Sneakers, S.F. Ballet’s “Kaleidoscope” Runs the Gamut Janice Berman - February 14, 2019 The Bay Area premiere of Benjamin Millepied’s Appassionata is a bouquet for lovers. Review Tan Dun’s Buddha Passion Is an Opera in Waiting Jim Farber - February 12, 2019 The composer’s newest synthesis of East and West needs a visual component and some cutting. Feature Is It Sacrilege to Shorten Operas in the Digital Age? Jeremy Reynolds - February 12, 2019 An 80-minute Idomeneo brings the question to the fore. Feature Remembering Kellye Gray Andrew Gilbert - February 11, 2019 The late jazz singer was a powerful creative force in the Bay Area scene. Artist Spotlight Howards End, America Finds the Opera in a Classic Novel 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. Artist Spotlight Rod Gilfry’s No Loser Jim Farber - February 7, 2019 He just plays one in David Lang’s opera. Music News S.F. Opera Announces Changes in Its Summer Season Cast Janos Gereben - February 7, 2019 Look for a company debut and some bigger roles from up-and-comers. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 154 155 156 157 158 159 160 161 162 … Next › Next page Last » Last page