SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area. Review An Imaginative Rhapsody in Blue From Marcus Roberts and the California Symphony Jeff Kaliss - January 30, 2024 Roberts and his trio’s jazzed-up version of the George Gershwin classic is just one discovery in a concert full of revelations. Music News Yuan Yuan Tan Prepares for Last Dance With SF Ballet Emily Wilson - January 29, 2024 The beloved longtime principal has had an exceptional career with the company over three decades. Preview The Rebirth of Apsara Brings Centuries-Old Cambodian Spirits to Life Lou Fancher - January 29, 2024 Dancer Charya Burt, musician Paul Dresher, and an international creative team explore the relationship between art, war, and mythology. Preview Dancing the Stories of American Immigrants With Lenora Lee Aimée Ts'ao - January 29, 2024 The choreographer’s company is gearing up for a pair of multimedia world premieres on this foundational theme. Artist Spotlight Samora Pinderhughes Has a Vision for Mending Our Broken World Victoria Looseleaf - January 29, 2024 Through The Healing Project, which lands in L.A. this week, the Berkeley-reared musician and artist has taken on the prison-industrial complex. Review The Making of an American Symphony Annelies Zijderveld - January 26, 2024 The Oscar-nominated documentary of Jon Batiste’s epic compositional journey also includes intimate moments with his wife as she battles cancer. Review The LA Phil’s Rheingold: An Event to Remember Jim Farber - January 23, 2024 Spectacularly cast and flawlessly performed, the show is bound to leave any Wagnerite at Disney Hall begging for another Ring installment. Artist Spotlight The Rebel: Choreographer Aszure Barton Finds the Humanity in the Human Body Aimée Ts'ao - January 23, 2024 Having absorbed many different techniques, Barton is less interested in stretching boundaries than obliterating them. Artist Spotlight Secrets and Snakes With Cécile McLorin Salvant Lou Fancher - January 23, 2024 Ahead of her Cal Performances date, the celebrated jazz vocalist chats about her latest album, inspired by a woman cursed to be a serpent. Music News ODC’s Brenda Way Named to California Hall of Fame Janos Gereben - January 22, 2024 The contemporary choreographer’s influence has been felt well beyond the Bay Area, becoming part of the fabric of modern dance. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 … Next › Next page Last » Last page