Opera

Zahi Hawass, who curated the current pharaohs exhibit at the de Young Museum, serves as librettist for the ambitious theatrical project.

A roster of young singers strut their stuff in an evening filled with operatic highlights.

An opera may ultimately be judged by its music, but exhilarating visual appeal can’t hurt.

Strong performances from this year’s cast of emerging artists bring Mozart’s opera to life.

The much-in-demand conductor makes her LA Phil debut this month, ahead of taking up the baton with LA Opera for the next several seasons.

West Edge Opera’s staging, in collaboration with Papermoon Opera Productions, turns everyday stuff into magic.

The company’s cast of regulars excels in one of Handel’s great dramatic works.

Paul Dukas’ Ariane & Bluebeard gets a superb production with commanding lead performances.

Discounted seats are just one initiative the company is rolling out for its 100th-anniversary season.

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