Reviews

Richard S. Ginell - July 31, 2023

The violinist introduces Hollywood Bowl audiences to a piece written for her.

Andrew Gilbert - July 31, 2023

The Uruguayan singer-songwriter, who won a milestone Academy Award in 2005, is back on tour in California.

Steven Winn - July 25, 2023

Karina Gutiérrez’s production of Cruzar la Cara de la Luna for West Edge Opera stays true to the work’s timeless, entrancing story.

Jim Farber - July 25, 2023

The Hollywood Bowl hosts a production of the complete ballet on a night that also offers Mexican music.

Jeff Kaliss - July 25, 2023

Lera Auerbach’s “Vessels of Light” Symphony, celebrating a heroic Japanese diplomat, shares a bill with Gordon Getty’s Joan and the Bells.

Iris Kwok - July 23, 2023

The young but poised ensemble makes a captivating, enthusiastic start to a marathon task.

Jim Farber - July 18, 2023

Jazz, however, requires more freedom than Gustavo Dudamel is willing to grant in this performance at the Bowl.

Richard S. Ginell - July 18, 2023

As he prepares to leave L.A. for New York, the star conductor demonstrates his ability to grow.

Rebecca Wishnia - July 17, 2023

Stellar performances by the young cast help make this production of Benjamin Britten’s chamber opera work.

Josef Woodard - July 11, 2023

Composer Jessie Montgomery’s yearning, pandemic-influenced work occupies a vast orchestral canvas.