San Francisco

SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area.

Lisa Hirsch - February 19, 2019

The history of French opera begins not in Paris but at that infamous royal residence.

Janos Gereben - February 19, 2019

Chelsea Clinton joins Yuan Yuan Tan at the Fairmont to support the S.F. Ballet School.

Steven Winn - February 18, 2019

The Bay Area premiere of Verdi’s family tragedy does a neglected score justice.

Lily O'Brien - February 18, 2019

Everyone’s favorite mezzo-soprano adventures outside the opera world with her latest album.

Janice Berman - February 18, 2019

Cathy Marston’s Snowblind is the dramatic highlight in a splendid evening of dance and music.

Andrew Gilbert - February 15, 2019

The influential jazz pianist inspires with his adventurous, playful spirit at the California Jazz Conservatory.

Lou Fancher - February 14, 2019

The acclaimed, prolific choreographer is making more time to do what she does best: create.

Janice Berman - February 14, 2019

The company’s artistic director is keeping with the times.

Janice Berman - February 14, 2019

The Bay Area premiere of Benjamin Millepied’s Appassionata is a bouquet for lovers.

Jim Farber - February 12, 2019

The composer’s newest synthesis of East and West needs a visual component and some cutting.