San Francisco

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

Janos Gereben - January 2, 2017

S.F. Ballet Orchestra will have its mettle tested again this season, in a diverse and exciting season of great music.

Janos Gereben - December 5, 2016

Fresh selections and stunning performances set a new benchmark for the renowned residency program.

Janos Gereben - November 29, 2016

The new collaboration with librettist Gene Scheer debuts in Houston this week and will greet the Bay Area holiday crowd in 2018.

Janos Gereben - November 29, 2016

The little company that could takes on another arc of the Ring Dec. 10–11.

Lou Fancher - November 24, 2016

The celebrated mezzo-soprano explores the peacemaking power of music with a new recording and touring theatrical program.

Janos Gereben - November 14, 2016

A diverse program highlights the many strengths of the celebrated ensemble.

Janice Berman - November 14, 2016

Madness and high art mingle in this kaleidoscopic one-dancer show.

Ilana Walder-Biesanz - November 7, 2016

Leslie Swackhamer’s revival of the Jun Kaneko production at S.F. Opera is as forcefully anti-imperialist as the opera will allow.

Lisa Hirsch - November 7, 2016

SFO’s militantly fresh approach eschews the camels and kitsch and highlights outstanding performances, potent choreography, and unapologetically modern design.

Lou Fancher - October 31, 2016

The legendary dancer talks about Letter to a Man, a powerful interpretation of another legend’s descent into madness.