Opera

SFCV’s perceptive writers report on topics relevant to opera.

Lisa Houston - May 25, 2019

In advance of her stint with the S.F. Opera in June, the singer muses on her wildly varied career, her special relationship with MTT, and the joy of singing.

Janos Gereben - May 25, 2019

Budget cuts prune the company’s vision for a high-tech future.

Victoria Looseleaf - May 25, 2019

The tireless conductor explains his enduring love for Verdi, how he plans an L.A. Opera season with Domingo, and why Mozart is a healing force.

Jim Farber - May 21, 2019

The world premiere suffers from an overabundance of themes, creative voices, and rain.

Lily O'Brien - May 20, 2019

The go-to coloratura talks about her special relationship with local ensembles and upcoming performances in wide-ranging roles.

Janos Gereben - May 13, 2019

The premiere of Jake Heggie’s If I Were You is just one of the highlights.

Steven Winn - May 11, 2019

Raising more questions than it answers, Niloufar Talebi’s unconventional opera boasts fine performances and stylish staging.

Jennifer Gersten - May 7, 2019

Part of the composer’s seven-hour epic is performed in NYC, along with Gelsey Bell’s Within.

Jim Farber - May 6, 2019

Plácido Domingo spearheads L.A. Opera’s brilliant production of the zarzuela classic.

Lily O'Brien - May 6, 2019

Polymath Niloufar Talebi’s operatic performance piece premieres at Z Space this week.