SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area. Preview Backhausdance Does Orange County Proud Victoria Looseleaf - March 25, 2024 The contemporary-dance troupe returns to Irvine Barclay Theatre this week with a homegrown program. Feature How Billie Jean King and the “Battle of the Sexes” Inspired an Opera Emily Wilson - March 25, 2024 Laura Karpman’s Balls, about the famous 1973 tennis match, is one half of an upcoming sports-themed double bill from Opera Parallèle. Feature The Essential Seiji Ozawa Jeff Rosenfeld - March 25, 2024 The great conductor, who died in February, left an unparalleled recording legacy that spans a huge range of music. Here’s where to begin. Review Victor Wooten’s Fascinating Electric Bass Concerto at the LA Phil Richard S. Ginell - March 19, 2024 The jazz-funk bassist has created a striking and entertaining work. Preview Unstill Life Explores Perspectives on Aging Lou Fancher - March 19, 2024 Presented by the Margaret Jenkins Dance Company, the piece brings together older artists and choreographers to share stories. Feature Rising to the Occasion With Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Victoria Looseleaf - March 19, 2024 The revered company tours the West Coast this month and next, and every performance promises to be a major event. Music News James Conlon to Bow Out as LA Opera Music Director Tom Jacobs - March 18, 2024 The 2025–2026 season, Conlon’s 20th with the company, will be his last in the role. Feature Saxophonist Howard Wiley, Writ Large Andrew Gilbert - March 18, 2024 With a heroic sound and broad interests, the Oakland native is more than ready for the spotlight at SFJAZZ. Music News Listening to the Sounds of the 2024 Academy Awards Janos Gereben - March 12, 2024 A local documentary about a Los Angeles instrument repair shop is the big musical win of the night. Review Toronto Symphony Revisits Messiaen’s Turangalîla Richard S. Ginell - March 12, 2024 The Gustavo Gimeno-led disc is in competition with the remastered release of a famous 1967 TSO recording under Seiji Ozawa. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 … Next › Next page Last » Last page