Features

Lisa Hirsch - August 29, 2023

Mystery, haunting, and horror dominate a theatrically vivid summer from the company.

SFCV Editors - August 22, 2023

The full roster of excellence, as chosen by our readers. Find out who has bragging rights this year.

SFCV Editors - August 22, 2023

The full roster of excellence, as chosen by our readers. Find out who has bragging rights this year.

Andrew Gilbert - August 21, 2023

You’d never know the full extent of the music that’s been recorded in the San Francisco studio, but a new documentary examines it all.

Jim Farber - August 15, 2023

How did a Los Angeles treasure end up in Palo Alto?

Andrew Gilbert - August 8, 2023

This month, iconic Cuban artists representing more than a century of music can be heard from Berkeley to Santa Cruz.

Emily Wilson - August 8, 2023

Oakland Public Conservatory and Living Jazz are centering African American musical heritage for students of all ages.

Tamzin Elliott - August 3, 2023

Opera Parallèle’s partnership with the Transgender District is a preview of the company’s plans for a deeper relationship with the community.

Jeff Kaliss - August 1, 2023

The Dynamic Miss Faye Carol brings the legendary sax player, composer, and educator to Geoffrey’s Inner Circle in Oakland.

Andrew Gilbert - July 25, 2023

It’s harder than ever to make a living as an independent performing artist. These grassroots organizations are trying to make a difference.