SFCV’s perceptive writers report on topics relevant to opera. Feature Breaking the Silence: Mannes Opera Gives the U.S. premiere of Korngold’s 1940s operetta, The Silent Serenade Katelyn Simone - March 10, 2026 Renewed interest in the composer — known for opera, Broadway, and film — inspired the production, running March 13-14 in New York City. Review Handel’s Innovative Hercules Rages Through Cal Performances Collin Ziegler - March 10, 2026 The oratorio has its ups and downs, but the English Concert presented a strong rendition. Music News SF Opera Announces 2026 Schwabacher Recital Series, Elevating Young Artists Janos Gereben - March 10, 2026 The recitals have a rich history. Here are details about the upcoming series. Review Heggie and his Music Find a Home at SFCM George Papajohn - March 3, 2026 An orchestral version of the composer’s From the Book of Nightmares was perfectly suited to the intimate Barbro Osher Recital Hall. Review LA Opera’s Akhnaten Is Grand Opera at Its Grandest Jim Farber - March 3, 2026 With John Holiday in the title role and Dalia Stasevska commanding in the pit, this revival is a tour de force. Review West Edge Opera’s Snapshot Showcases Bold New Works 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. Music News Cancellations Announced at Lamplighters Music Theatre and Zephyr Symphony Michael Zwiebach - February 27, 2026 The two companies say they are saving money and retooling to strengthen themselves in a tough environment. Review West Bay Opera’s Salome is Strong Where it Counts Michael Zwiebach - February 23, 2026 The small company proved once again that it can cast a difficult opera well. Review Opera San José Unmasks the Violence in Cav and Pag Lisa Hirsch - February 18, 2026 Shawna Lucey’s staging sharpens the drama in the classic double bill. Review Davóne Tines’s “What Is Your Hand in This” is a Call for Compassion 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. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 … Next › Next page Last » Last page