Reviews

Harlow Robinson - August 3, 2026

Led with quiet passion by Marin Alsop, the LA Phil cast a spell with works by the two greats.

Michael Zwiebach - August 3, 2026

Mark Streshinsky’s cinematic rendering of Benjamin Britten’s opera is a masterclass in psychological drama. The production runs at West Edge Opera through Aug. 15.

Jens Ibsen - July 28, 2026

A Berkeley program ties Mozart's Parisian era to Enlightenment ideals, always sounds fresh, and never overstays its welcome.

Jeff Kaliss - July 28, 2026

Nearly four decades in, the Young People's Chorus draws top composers — and the kids deliver.

Richard S. Ginell - July 28, 2026

The Holy Liftoff is a warm, welcoming installment of Chase's Density 2036 project.

Steven Winn - July 28, 2026

Stephen Hough’s Les Noces Rouges transforms a Willa Cather tragedy into gripping chamber music.

Jason Victor Serinus - July 27, 2026

The vocalist’s debut album offers “messages of hope, love, and resilience.”

Andrew Gilbert - July 27, 2026

The hit musical is a nonstop locomotive, running near Union Square through Sept. 12.

Michael Zwiebach - July 27, 2026

Peter Whelan’s debut as Philharmonia Baroque’s music director is a smashing success thanks to a brilliant cast and orchestra.

Yoshi Kato - July 21, 2026

JoAnn Falletta led popular favorites from American music in a festive finale.