Opera

A strong cast makes a weak production worthwhile.

In collaboration with Cal Performances, Philip Glass’s score and live singers brought Jean Cocteau’s 1946 film to life.

At Bing Concert Hall, the world-class soprano delivered a memorable program of Italian and Spanish works plus six encores. 

Renewed interest in the composer — known for opera, Broadway, and film — inspired the production, running March 13-14 in New York City.

The oratorio has its ups and downs, but the English Concert presented a strong rendition.

The recitals have a rich history. Here are details about the upcoming series.

An orchestral version of the composer’s From the Book of Nightmares was perfectly suited to the intimate Barbro Osher Recital Hall.

With John Holiday in the title role and Dalia Stasevska commanding in the pit, this revival is a tour de force.

Sci-fi golems, a dissident Iranian poet, internet radicals, and a morally compromised reporter are all in the mix in the festival of new operas.

The two companies say they are saving money and retooling to strengthen themselves in a tough environment.