Opera

Jim Farber - November 5, 2018

A world premiere at the LA Phil and a significant revival at Long Beach Opera offer an intriguing overview of the composer’s ideas.

Lily O'Brien - November 5, 2018

The South African-born soprano makes her San Francisco Opera debut this month in Jake Heggie’s It’s A Wonderful Life.

Lily O'Brien - October 25, 2018

MacArthur “genius” grant winner Matthew Aucoin and his new opera company visit ODC Theater in San Francisco.

Steven Winn - October 23, 2018

Going strong at 77, the Spanish singer finds powerful, fresh expression in concert with two rising stars and the S.F. Opera Orchestra.

Jim Farber - October 23, 2018

Philip Glass’s portrait of Gandhi’s early career is vital and suggestive in the celebrated production by Phelim McDermott and Julian Crouch.

Joe Cadagin - October 19, 2018

A straightforward production of Richard Strauss’s beautiful score.

Ilana Walder-Biesanz - October 16, 2018

Julie Adams is terrific as Mimi, and a relaxed, modern setting sets the stage for great singing and playing throughout.

Tysen Dauer - October 9, 2018

The music shines through in this bare-bones production of a lesser-known Glass opera.

Steven Winn - October 5, 2018

The potent singing combination of Carmen Giannattasio and Brian Jagde distinguish this production.

Jason Victor Serinus - October 2, 2018

A boldly directed vision of Richard Strauss’s biggest hit reframes the opera.