SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area. Music News New Film About Maria Callas Invites Your Pleasure or Wrath Janos Gereben - September 4, 2024 Angelina Jolie stars in a much-heralded movie about the final days of the legendary soprano. Preview Smuin Contemporary Ballet’s New Chapter Leans Into the Company’s Roots Aimée Ts'ao - September 4, 2024 A familiar face, Amy Seiwert, takes the reins as artistic director. Preview Michelle Dorrance Explores the Music of Tap Dance Victoria Looseleaf - September 4, 2024 At The Ford in L.A., Dorrance Dance shows off its “sophisticated hybrid of dance and music.” Artist Spotlight Countertenor Key’mon Murrah Eyes a Big Career Victoria Looseleaf - September 4, 2024 Performing at the Hollywood Bowl is the latest debut in the singer’s expanding schedule. Review Steven Mackey’s Remembrance of His Mother’s Life Jeff Rosenfeld - September 1, 2024 Music and narration blend in the composer-guitarist’s Memoir, based on his mother’s account of her life. Music News SF Opera Honors Former General Director David Gockley Janos Gereben - August 26, 2024 One of American opera’s great innovators and champions unveils his memorial plaque. Feature Letter From Santa Fe: The Righteous and the Unrighteous Lisa Hirsch - August 24, 2024 Gregory Spears’s new opera is in repertory with L’elisir d’amore, Don Giovanni, and Der Rosenkavalier. Feature Good Vibes Are Sweeping Over the Bay Area Jazz Scene Andrew Gilbert - August 24, 2024 Vibraphone players are coming to the fore as bandleaders and composers, a trend that’s now set to take over San Francisco. Review Herbie Hancock Brings the Funk in Head Hunters Reunion at the Hollywood Bowl Richard S. Ginell - August 19, 2024 One of the most famous jazz albums of all time, played by the OG in front of a happy crowd. Review Promising Young Singers Come Together One Last Time in Merola Grand Finale Steven Winn - August 19, 2024 A couple of standout artists from the 2024 class of the Merola Opera Program shine bright in this season-ending showcase. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 … Next › Next page Last » Last page