Women in Music

Emily Wilson - March 25, 2024

Laura Karpman’s Balls, about the famous 1973 tennis match, is one half of an upcoming sports-themed double bill from Opera Parallèle.

Victoria Looseleaf - March 18, 2024

Whether it’s on tour with the SF Symphony or in residence with the Berlin Phil, Batiashvili knows she can live in the music.

Nicholas Jones - March 12, 2024

The vocally demanding solo roles of the composer’s only surviving oratorio can’t daunt these well-prepared singers.

Simon Cohen - March 12, 2024

The flutist and singer is mesmerizing as she presents her second album live at Cal Performances.

Andrew Gilbert - March 11, 2024

With what could have been a straightforward tribute concert, Younger and guests craft something original and transcendent.

Iris Kwok - February 20, 2024

The YouTube phenom talks about balancing online life with the sort of performing she’d like to pursue.

Andrew Gilbert - February 20, 2024

The Gurgels have been bringing São Paulo to San Francisco for a decade now, courtesy of the Cressman clan.

Emily Wilson - February 11, 2024

The Metropolitan Opera star chats about cultivating a relationship with the company and her upcoming nature-inspired program for Cal Performances.

Tamzin Elliott - February 6, 2024

In the aftermath of the pandemic, Long Beach Opera’s latest production envisions healing and transformation.

Lisa Hirsch - February 6, 2024

At Cal Performances, the Eco Ensemble brings Cox’s captivating musical theater work The Road to Xibalba to life.