San Francisco

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

Andrew Gilbert - November 6, 2017

In its farewell tour with pianist Ethan Iverson, the jazz trio covers the terrain that has made it a major force in jazz.

Ilana Walder-Biesanz - November 6, 2017

Brilliant design and direction support a superb cast and an outstanding performance by tenor Michael Fabiano.

Lou Fancher - November 3, 2017

The Partition of British India unfolds in the multimedia melding of Classical Indian and Western music, dance, and art.

Andrew Gilbert - November 2, 2017

Where can you hear great jazz in the Bay Area? Our compendium reveals all.

Janos Gereben - October 30, 2017

A daylong symposium explores the violent, tangled tales that inspired Girls of the Golden West.

Allan Kozinn - October 27, 2017

With the structure in place, Bang on a Can continues to spread its gospel, looking forward rather than at its accomplishments.

Janos Gereben - October 24, 2017

A charming picture puzzle disappears and leaves opera buffs scratching their heads.

Ilana Walder-Biesanz - October 16, 2017

The legendary singer is only one reason to see these powerful Verdi and Bizet productions.

Allan Kozinn - October 14, 2017

New music without Bang on a Can would be a lot less visible, a lot grayer, and a lot less fun. Here’s the story of their breakthrough ideas.

Lou Fancher - October 14, 2017

The Parksville Murders is a new opera designed and performed for the virtual-reality environment.