SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area. Music News Dance Above, Orchestra Below: S.F. Ballet’s Musical Season 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. Review S.F. Opera Adler Fellows Flying High Janos Gereben - December 5, 2016 Fresh selections and stunning performances set a new benchmark for the renowned residency program. Music News Will Jake Heggie’s It’s a Wonderful Life Become the Nutcracker of Opera? 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. Music News Valhalla’s Siegfried: Small Company, Big Opera Janos Gereben - November 29, 2016 The little company that could takes on another arc of the Ring Dec. 10–11. Artist Spotlight Joyce DiDonato Sings Her Way to Peace Lou Fancher - November 24, 2016 The celebrated mezzo-soprano explores the peacemaking power of music with a new recording and touring theatrical program. Music News The S.F. Opera Chorus Steps “Out of the Shadows” Janos Gereben - November 14, 2016 A diverse program highlights the many strengths of the celebrated ensemble. Review Baryshnikov Delivers a Thrilling Letter to a Man Janice Berman - November 14, 2016 Madness and high art mingle in this kaleidoscopic one-dancer show. Review A Madama Butterfly with Hard Edges 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. Review S.F. Opera Unveils a Vibrant, Abstract Aida 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. Artist Spotlight Hang Time with Mikhail Baryshnikov Lou Fancher - October 31, 2016 The legendary dancer talks about Letter to a Man, a powerful interpretation of another legend’s descent into madness. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 182 183 184 185 186 187 188 189 190 … Next › Next page Last » Last page