Jim Farber

Laurent Pelly’s whimsical production and a stellar cast make a major hit of Rossini’s familiar opera buffa.

Although major companies and presenters are meeting the challenges, there are many extra hurdles now.

The gala event is filled with star wattage and a delayed world premiere.

The music of Mexican composer Gabriela Ortiz weaves a thread through a COVID-postponed anniversary season.

As performances return, musicians have to be prepared for the stresses of the job. Here’s how they do it.

The company links song cycles by Arnold Schoenberg and Kate Soper.

Trying to shake the pandemic and its performance restrictions is anything but straightforward.

The return to live performances is happening, but there is still uncertainty about what will be allowed, and how soon. We talk to NY Phil’s Deborah Borda, SF Sym’s Mark Hanson, and The Wallis’s Paul Crewes to get their thoughts.

The orchestra’s live performance in front of 4,000 essential workers was an emotional and artistic thrill.

As California relaxes restrictions on indoor gathering, arts administrators work to set schedules and procedures for live performances.