San Francisco

SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area.

Steven Winn - January 17, 2018

The general director mixes the fresh and the familiar in a season of "emotive storytelling."

Janos Gereben - January 15, 2018

The chamber ensemble offers fresh music and collaborates with West Edge Opera in incubating new operas.

Lou Fancher - January 9, 2018

The Palo Alto native talks about his compositions, aspirations, and upcoming performances in the S.F. Performances’ PIVOT series.

Janos Gereben - January 9, 2018

Old favorites give way to startling new discoveries in the upcoming season.

Peter Feher - January 9, 2018

The orchestra prepares to take on one of Bernstein’s most brilliant scores.

Janos Gereben - January 3, 2018

Fresh programming, creative translations, and a spirit of adventure mark the little company’s latest offerings.

Lou Fancher - January 2, 2018

With a jazz-inflected score and a student choir, the opera takes on big issues.

Katharine Dimitruk - December 19, 2017

SFCV’s photographer captures a cast rehearsal and a school outreach program during Nutcracker season.

Janos Gereben - December 18, 2017

Look for Kashchey the Immortal and Mozart and Salieri in Alameda next month.

Ilana Walder-Biesanz - December 18, 2017

The 12-year-old composer has created a fully realized and worthwhile opera.