Opera

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

Victoria Looseleaf - April 27, 2019

From Philip Glass to Caroline Shaw, Muhly calls on a host of longtime collaborators for his upcoming show at The Theatre at Ace Hotel.

Janos Gereben - April 26, 2019

A series of unusual challenges led up to the performance, but nothing can hinder these young stars.

Michael Zwiebach - April 19, 2019

The Mariinsky Ballet, Renée Fleming, and a reimagined Scott Joplin opera are only a few of the standout attractions.

Janos Gereben - April 16, 2019

SFCV covered the premiere of the Prize-winning opera back in November.

Janos Gereben - April 15, 2019

Look for an impressive lineup of debuts at the War Memorial this summer.

Janos Gereben - April 9, 2019

A Gilbert and Sullivan one-acter, plus an over-the-top companion piece, makes for a satisfying production.

Jeff Kaliss - April 9, 2019

The lauded choral conductor/composer talks about his concert-length musical response to a notorious anti-gay hate crime.

Jim Farber - April 8, 2019

POP’s striking new production features a bilingual libretto.

Janos Gereben - April 8, 2019

The intrepid chamber group stages not one but two new operas this June.

Janos Gereben - April 5, 2019

The annual membership meeting hints at SFO’s strategic vision for meeting 21st-century challenges.