Opera

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

Tamzin Elliott - January 20, 2020

Pasadena Opera presents Missy Mizzoli’s challenging opera.

Victoria Looseleaf - January 17, 2020

The opera’s composer, librettist, and director chat about the evolution of their fresh take on the Orpheus myth.

Janos Gereben - January 14, 2020

The annual recital series kicks off on Jan. 29.

Jim Farber - January 14, 2020

LBO’s King Arthur treads a fine line between 17th-century elegance and 21st-century political theater.

Nicholas Jones - January 14, 2020

Pianist Robert Mollicone accompanies the mezzo in a program of “Spanish” music filtered through composers from France, Russia, Italy, and even Spain.

Janos Gereben - January 7, 2020

Island City Opera postpones a production because of a statewide law affecting independent contractors.

Janos Gereben - January 6, 2020

The Gilbert and Sullivan operetta gets an update but without losing any of its charm.

Victoria Looseleaf - January 5, 2020

The Culture Clash cofounder talks about the premiere of King Arthur with Long Beach Opera.

Lou Fancher - January 5, 2020

The annual sampler of four new works is a boon to opera lovers, creators, and producers alike.

Victoria Looseleaf - December 30, 2019

The mezzo-soprano, acclaimed for her Wagnerian roles, joins the LA Phil for Mahler’s Second Symphony in January.