Opera

Robert Cahen, who died Monday in his Hillsborough home at age 86, captured iconic pictures of opera singers for six decades.

The San Francisco Opera announced on Tuesday, September 22, the appointment of Matthew Shilvock as the company's next general director.

The San Francisco Opera announced on September 18 that Damrau is withdrawing from its production of Lucia.

Extraordinary singing by Michael Fabiano was the main reward in an otherwise uninspiring performance.

Stephanie Blythe on her upcoming role in Sweeney Todd and what she really thinks about Supertitles.

Francesca Zambello is in town again to direct S.F. Opera's Sept. 11 season-opening Luisa Miller by Verdi.

San Francisco Opera General Director David Gockley created verbal fireworks in New York when he criticized George Benjamin's Written on Skin.

A new production in San Anselmo will have plenty of unusual ideas, dancing, and even some extra music.

The San Francisco Opera music director talks about music, art, and how artists are real people, too.

A well-played revival makes a convincing case for a rare opera.