Los Angeles

SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the Los Angeles area.

Jim Farber - March 25, 2025

VOX Femina Los Angeles performs a concert of choral works inspired by literature that has, in various times and places, faced censorship.

Victoria Looseleaf - March 25, 2025

Famous for his award-winning Broadway shows, the leading choreographer has also helped make the story ballet cool again.

Tom Jacobs - March 25, 2025

Los Angeles new-music group Wild Up has taken an active role in the Eastman revival, which has proved anything but straightforward.

Victoria Looseleaf - March 24, 2025

Composer and percussionist Tyler Eschendal has created a deeply personal show that carries a message of empathy and understanding.

Richard S. Ginell - March 21, 2025

For her new album, Root Progressions, Cheng commissioned six composers to write music that goes beyond genres and idioms.

Lily O'Brien - March 18, 2025

The Bird of a Thousand Voices is touring the West Coast in a concert version, but a larger staged production waits in the wings.

Jim Farber - March 18, 2025

The production is silly fun, but the cast’s singing and James Conlon’s music direction are serious standouts.

Harlow Robinson - March 18, 2025

The Polish-Soviet composer has more of his work revived in a Recovered Voices concert at the Colburn School.

Victoria Looseleaf - March 17, 2025

The ensemble’s anniversary gala will showcase Doug Aitken’s Lightscape and the recently founded Youth Chorus LA.

Richard S. Ginell - March 11, 2025

Gustavo Dudamel’s interpretation may be more controlled now, but it still has youthful dash and vigor.