San Francisco

SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area.

Nicholas Jones - September 9, 2019

All the elements coalesce in this provocative interpretation of Melville’s dark novella.

Andrew Gilbert - September 9, 2019

Adam Theis and his audacious jazz collective present a free show at Yerba Buena Gardens Festival.

Steven Winn - September 9, 2019

The local favorite fronts a powerful cast in SF Opera’s Roméo et Juliette.

Michael Zwiebach - September 4, 2019

The tenor withdraws from the company’s production of Roméo et Juliette.

Lou Fancher - September 3, 2019

The influential guitarist talks about his famous violin collection and upcoming gigs at the Freight & Salvage.

Andrew Gilbert - September 3, 2019

The new trio-in-residence intertwines ideas and tones at the California Jazz Conservatory.

Richard S. Ginell - August 30, 2019

The jazzy Christian McBride Big Band finds common ground with progressive hip-hop from The Roots.

Andrew Gilbert - August 27, 2019

The combo, featuring alumni from Blakey’s pioneering band, offers a fitting season finale for the Jazz at Lesher series.

Janos Gereben - August 26, 2019

Yum-Yum and Nanki-Poo swing it in this updated jazz take on the Gilbert & Sullivan classic.

Janos Gereben - August 26, 2019

Eric Choate to step into the beloved artistic director’s big shoes.