San Francisco

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

Lou Fancher - September 16, 2017

Smuin’s season opener features the lauded choreographer’s Requiem for a Rose.

Andrew Gilbert - September 11, 2017

Exploring Memphis soul may turn off purists, but the jazz great channels this music with ease and power.

Andrew Gilbert - September 11, 2017

The award-winning classical Indian vocalist is an unlikely pop star.

Jason Victor Serinus - September 11, 2017

The much-loved, much-seen show, with its opulent designs, opens the season with a lukewarm cast.

Jason Victor Serinus - September 11, 2017

It would be a crime to miss this great cast in San Francisco Opera’s brilliant production.

Lou Fancher - September 5, 2017

Music, dance, theater, and visual art spark inquiry and conversation during the 10-day festival at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts.

Janos Gereben - September 5, 2017

Upcoming concerts in Petaluma, Berkeley, and Brooklyn feature a multimedia work inspired by Andy Goldsworthy.

Lisa Hirsch - September 5, 2017

The charming soprano sings the challenging title role in S.F. Opera’s Elektra

Janos Gereben - August 29, 2017

The all-star Sol3 Mio and stellar SFO Chorus add sparkle to the season.

Janos Gereben - August 22, 2017

Simple staging and sublime performances make the three-hour “variety show” zip by with style.