Michael Zwiebach

Michael Zwiebach is the senior editor/content manager for SFCV. He assigns all articles and content, manages the writing staff, and does editing. A member of SFCV from the beginning, Michael holds a Ph.D. in music history from the University of California, Berkeley.

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Michael Zwiebach - October 18, 2022

The always adventurous company headed by James Darrah goes from leading edge to bleeding edge.

Michael Zwiebach - October 3, 2022

The company is rolling out productions drawing heavily on iconic popular culture.

Michael Zwiebach - September 27, 2022

Inviting the African-American Shakespeare Company to share the stage pays dividends in more ways than one.

Michael Zwiebach - August 30, 2022

Opera fans might ask, “Which Pavarotti recordings aren’t essential?” But here’s our list anyway.

Michael Zwiebach - August 26, 2022

The ensemble balances its core repertory with a double commission from Tarik O’Regan and Errollyn Wallen.

Michael Zwiebach - August 23, 2022

The full roster of excellence, as chosen by our readers. Find out who has bragging rights this year.

Michael Zwiebach - August 16, 2022

An opera may ultimately be judged by its music, but exhilarating visual appeal can’t hurt.

Michael Zwiebach - August 2, 2022

West Edge Opera’s staging, in collaboration with Papermoon Opera Productions, turns everyday stuff into magic.

Michael Zwiebach - July 26, 2022

With no heatwave in sight, a little summer night’s music feels so normal. Remember normal?