San Francisco

Good things have always happened for the Rio de Janeiro-raised vocalist and multi-instrumentalist when he’s come to California.

Poul Ruders’s opera, based on Margaret Atwood’s dystopian novel, receives its West Coast premiere in San Francisco — and not a moment too soon.

It’s all part of getting into character as Tines channels the life and trials of a legendary performer, Paul Robeson.

The Oakland performer and composer has adapted the story of the golem into an engaging eight-part suite.

Mezzo-soprano Irene Roberts and conductor Karen Kamensek are up for the challenges of Poul Ruders’s music and Margaret Atwood’s story.

The company’s 102nd season is off to a grand start with this well-staged and well-sung production of Verdi’s historical drama.

Continued budget difficulties at the company are complicating labor talks with members of the orchestra.

Dalia Stasevska showcases a diverse selection of music, from the pulse-pounding to the lyrical.

With appearances at SF Opera and the Met, the powerhouse mezzo-soprano is reaching new audiences with her art.

Angelina Jolie stars in a much-heralded movie about the final days of the legendary soprano.