San Francisco

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

Lisa Hirsch - May 29, 2017

Philip Glass’s beautiful dance-opera adaptation of a thorny Jean Cocteau theme gets the first-rate production and performance it deserves.

Janos Gereben - May 27, 2017

42nd Street Moon gives the Borodin pastiche operetta a deluxe concert treatment.

Jason Victor Serinus - May 19, 2017

The soprano offers a rare bouquet, delivered with splendid technique and expressiveness.

Lou Fancher - May 16, 2017

The exuberant two-week festival builds bridges — not walls — between cultures.

Janice Berman - May 11, 2017

Choreographer Annabelle Lopez Ochoa’s dance version of the Tennessee Williams classic pulls no punches.

Lou Fancher - May 8, 2017

World premieres from Nicole Hoskins and Trey McIntyre and a 2015 Amy Seiwert favorite are on the bill.

Lou Fancher - May 6, 2017

The choreographer’s world premiere at the YBCA will be unveiled in silence — music optional.

Lily O'Brien - May 2, 2017

The innovative ensemble unites voices, instruments, and inspired improvisation to expand musical horizons and work for social justice.

Janice Berman - April 27, 2017

Despite one error in the middle innings, the venerable troupe brought it home with a grand slam.

Jeff Kaliss - April 19, 2017

The former associate principal bassist focuses on jazz these days, but his classical roots still nourish his music.