SFCV’s perceptive writers report on topics relevant to opera. Review Plácido Domingo Commands the Stage and the Pit with the Los Angeles Opera Ilana Walder-Biesanz - October 16, 2017 The legendary singer is only one reason to see these powerful Verdi and Bizet productions. Preview Opera on Tap Enters Virtual Reality Lou Fancher - October 14, 2017 The Parksville Murders is a new opera designed and performed for the virtual-reality environment. Feature Elektra Inspires and Rewards Endlessly Lisa Hirsch - October 3, 2017 For many, S.F. Opera’s splendid production demanded repeat viewing, reports SFCV’s own repeat attender. Music News West Bay Opera’s Norma Emerges from Challenges — on Stage and Off Janos Gereben - September 26, 2017 Christina Major takes the demanding title role in stride. Review This Traviata Shows Its Age Ilana Walder-Biesanz - September 25, 2017 Glittery sets and costumes aren’t enough to save this tired production. Review S.F. Opera’s Turandot is Still Stunning Jason Victor Serinus - September 11, 2017 The much-loved, much-seen show, with its opulent designs, opens the season with a lukewarm cast. Review Strauss’s Elektra As It Should Be Jason Victor Serinus - September 11, 2017 It would be a crime to miss this great cast in San Francisco Opera’s brilliant production. Artist Spotlight Christine Goerke Takes on Opera’s Heavyweights Lisa Hirsch - September 5, 2017 The charming soprano sings the challenging title role in S.F. Opera’s Elektra Music News S.F. Opera Adds Concerts to Its Events Calendar Janos Gereben - August 29, 2017 The all-star Sol3 Mio and stellar SFO Chorus add sparkle to the season. Review Grand Finale Adds an Exclamation Point to the Merola Season Janos Gereben - August 22, 2017 Simple staging and sublime performances make the three-hour “variety show” zip by with style. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 … Next › Next page Last » Last page