Reviews

Scott Cmiel - February 24, 2026

The record features works written for the guitarist by 10 composers dear to his heart.

Andrew Gilbert - February 24, 2026

A Sunday at Mr. Tipple’s Jazz Club also showcased Green’s alluring originals.

George Papajohn - February 24, 2026

A program of works by Chen Yi, Mahler, Reena Esmail, and Daniel Bernard Roumain showcases an orchestra whose community values run deep.

Lisa Hirsch - February 24, 2026

Sandbox Percussion and American Modern Opera Company brought Dutch minimalist Simeon ten Holt’s masterpiece to Berkeley.

Lisa Hirsch - February 24, 2026

Violinist Jennifer Koh was all reserved elegance but didn’t convey the music’s emotional content in her recital.

Michael Zwiebach - February 23, 2026

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

Steven Winn - February 18, 2026

The company’s programming is tone-deaf to the moment, while the dancers shine.

Lisa Hirsch - February 18, 2026

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

Jim Farber - February 18, 2026

Sundays with Coleman presented the quartet in a concert of the “three Bs” on the Caltech campus.

Richard S. Ginell - February 18, 2026

Tony-nominated playwright Jeremy O. Harris fashioned a new script for Beethoven’s Egmont, which the actress delivered powerfully.