Opera

SFCV’s perceptive writers report on topics relevant to opera.

Michael Zwiebach - March 3, 2026

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.

Michael Zwiebach - February 27, 2026

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

Michael Zwiebach - February 23, 2026

The small company proved once again that it can cast a difficult opera well.

Lisa Hirsch - February 18, 2026

Shawna Lucey’s staging sharpens the drama in the classic double bill.

Michael Zwiebach - February 10, 2026

The program, created in collaboration with Ruckus, features works from early in the American Republic to comment on issues of today.

Steven Winn - February 9, 2026

Joyce DiDonato and Time for Three performed a new song cycle by Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Kevin Puts.

Tom Jacobs - February 5, 2026

With a charismatic new music director at the helm, programming includes Carmen and Candide among other familiar favorites.

Janos Gereben - February 3, 2026

The company unveiled its 2026-2027 season today.

Jeff Kaliss - February 3, 2026

The bass-baritone tours his new show, What Is Your Hand in This, to the Bay Area.

Janos Gereben - February 3, 2026

The Dead Man Walking composer took home his first Grammy at the 68th Awards, after two prior nominations.