Los Angeles

SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the Los Angeles area.

Jim Farber - November 24, 2025

The eighth revival of the company’s 1993 production is well-cast, and brilliantly conducted by Lina González-Granados.

Richard S. Ginell - November 24, 2025

A world premiere concerto for cellist Kanneh-Mason sets the table for Edward Elgar’s Enigma Variations.

Richard S. Ginell - November 22, 2025

The latest collaboration between David Lang and the Los Angeles Master Chorale, before and after nature, features abstract interpretations of the state of our planet.

Harlow Robinson - November 18, 2025

Bringing 11 pieces together, Salastina harmonized different concepts of beauty.

Charles Burns - November 18, 2025

The Green Umbrella concert showcased inspired new works by Caribbean and Latin American artists.

Victoria Looseleaf - November 13, 2025

The soprano prepares to sing the lead role in Puccini’s La bohème.

Charles Burns - November 10, 2025

The pianist combined visuals and electronics to bring a musical archipelago to life.

Tom Jacobs - November 4, 2025

The event space will cost $25 million and be available for year-round use.

Victoria Looseleaf - October 25, 2025

Migraines, a mystic, and a 25-year historical fascination culminated in the composer’s first opera, debuting at the Los Angeles Opera Nov. 5–9.

Richard S. Ginell - October 21, 2025

As Music Director Carl St. Clair transitions out of the role, his successor took the stage last Thursday.