Opera

Jim Farber - October 23, 2018

Philip Glass’s portrait of Gandhi’s early career is vital and suggestive in the celebrated production by Phelim McDermott and Julian Crouch.

Joe Cadagin - October 19, 2018

A straightforward production of Richard Strauss’s beautiful score.

Ilana Walder-Biesanz - October 16, 2018

Julie Adams is terrific as Mimi, and a relaxed, modern setting sets the stage for great singing and playing throughout.

Tysen Dauer - October 9, 2018

The music shines through in this bare-bones production of a lesser-known Glass opera.

Steven Winn - October 5, 2018

The potent singing combination of Carmen Giannattasio and Brian Jagde distinguish this production.

Jason Victor Serinus - October 2, 2018

A boldly directed vision of Richard Strauss’s biggest hit reframes the opera.

Jim Farber - September 25, 2018

L.A. Opera’s Don Carlo proves that Plácido Domingo is forever young.

Jim Farber - September 18, 2018

The L.A. Master Chorale’s music director seems to be involved in every choral concert and opera in town.

Roger Wallace - September 17, 2018

The local company gives an unpretentious but rousing production of the staple double bill.

Ilana Walder-Biesanz - September 10, 2018

A great soprano in a part that calls upon all her acting and singing resources.