Lou Fancher

The Pulitzer Prize-winner tells SFCV about her earliest influences and latest work.

From community outreach to a Pulitzer-winning production, Jacobs is redefining opera. She talks to SFCV about her company’s upcoming projects and underlying philosophy.

The Bay Area choreographer, a Guggenheim recipient this year, talks to SFCV about his collaborative, activist work.

Moving Forward, Looking Back #2020 reveals how dance is essential to the lives of these artists.

Alvin Ailey’s artistic director talks about the company’s upcoming film performance for Cal Performances and the ever-evolving mission of contemporary dance.

The dancer, musician, and tireless social activist shares her insights for living a good, just, and musical life.

The bassist/composer talks about her latest disc and the diverse collaborators and influences that inform her sound.

The Alameda middle-school teacher has built joyful, award-winning music ensembles, and she never let the pandemic stand in the way.

Drawing on his European classical training, his Chickasaw heritage, and sometimes Celtic roots music, Tate optimistically fuses it all into his own American style.

The eclectic Iranian-American composer talks about his wide-ranging roots, creating meaningful music, and his ongoing work with children.