Reviews

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.

Steven Winn - March 3, 2026

San Francisco Ballet’s new program traces a riveting journey from halting beginnings to dance that doesn't want to stop.

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.

Nicholas Jones - March 3, 2026

Moving performances of Scarlatti and Pergolesi anchored a program that also showcased brilliant violinist YuEun Gemma Kim.

Rebecca Wishnia - March 3, 2026

In Palo Alto, the German ensemble showcased the risks and rewards of adventurous chamber music interpretation.

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.

Rebecca Wishnia - February 28, 2026

Conductor Manfred Honeck interpolated other music by Mozart to fill out the work left incomplete at the composer’s death.

Harlow Robinson - February 24, 2026

An admirable performance of the 90-minute Mass setting was no small feat for the acclaimed conductor.

Richard S. Ginell - February 24, 2026

The record focuses on six pieces, each in the key of E.

Steven Winn - February 24, 2026

A.I.M. by Kyle Abraham showcased its spectacular dancers in three original works at Cal Performances.