Features

Andrew Gilbert - October 24, 2022

The storied ensemble-in-residence that’s always inviting new players into the fold debuts this week in its latest configuration.

Emily Wilson - October 24, 2022

The oldest instruments and the newest come together as Cal Performances hosts the Colin Currie Group and Sō Percussion.

Andrew Gilbert - October 16, 2022

One of the surest signs that the community is finding its footing again is the opening of a new club, Simon Rowe’s Keys Jazz Bistro.

After making an unprecedented investment in online content, will arts groups simply return to “normal” live performances?

Iris Kwok - October 3, 2022

What do ramekins and freedom have in common? More than you’d expect, if you’re asking German performance artist David Brandstätter.

Andrew Gilbert - September 27, 2022

The lineup for the 65th edition of jazz’s premier weekend is liberating and represents many interesting directions.

Annelies Zijderveld - September 19, 2022

The orchestra spotlights two local organizations — the African-American Shakespeare Company and Bayview Opera House — to start the season.

Molly Colin - September 19, 2022

Get the history behind Robert Carsen’s production of Eugene Onegin, which has traveled to stages around the world since its 1997 premiere.

Jonathan Curiel - September 13, 2022

The wildly popular group that comes to California on its North American tour this month was a harbinger of musical globalization.

Lisa Hirsch - September 7, 2022

Many of the most memorable performances of the last century were given by a different singer than the one initially planned.