Opera

Lisa Houston - August 7, 2018

The genre-defying composer chats about her creative process, works in progress, and where she finds inspiration.

Roger Wallace - August 7, 2018

Spartan staging and concise instrumentation showcase an intriguing score and mostly outstanding performances.

Steven Winn - August 7, 2018

The intrepid company masters the challenges of Debussy's opera of doomed love.

Steven Winn - August 6, 2018

Merola Opera stages Stravinsky’s neoclassical masterwork, and succeeds in the end.

Ilana Walder-Biesanz - July 30, 2018

Delightful productions of Orfeo ed Euridice and Rossini’s La Cenerentola are staged on consecutive evenings.

Lily O'Brien - July 27, 2018

A new opera, based on historical records, brings the life of the exotic dancer to the West Edge Opera stage.

Ilana Walder-Biesanz - July 23, 2018

Merola’s burgeoning young professionals give Mozart’s seldom-heard Il re pastore a worthwhile hearing.

Lisa Houston - July 23, 2018

Precision, preparation, and a wide set of interests and activities help make Fabiano’s performances so individual and compelling.

Jim Farber - July 17, 2018

Hollywood Bowl resounds with Verdi's gut-wrenching opera.

Janos Gereben - July 9, 2018

Substantial scenes from all corners of the repertory give burgeoning professionals much to work with.