SFCV’s writers report on topics relevant to the San Francisco area. Music News Branislav Henselmann Named Executive Director of SF Ballet Victoria Looseleaf - September 24, 2024 The veteran arts administrator joins Tamara Rojo at the helm of the storied company. Preview Two Divas and a Dream Donizetti Role Layna Chianakas - September 23, 2024 Livermore Valley Opera Artistic Director Erie Mills and soprano Véronique Filloux love La fille du régiment for different reasons. Music News Festival Opera Is Unsinkable and Intends to Rise Again Janos Gereben - September 17, 2024 The Walnut Creek company is looking to make a major comeback under General Director Zachary Gordin. Music News Michael Tilson Thomas to Celebrate 80th Birthday With 80-CD Collection Janos Gereben - September 16, 2024 The box set is a testament to the conductor’s musical range and breadth of interests. Artist Spotlight Jonathan Tetelman: “Being a tenor is a lifestyle.” Victoria Looseleaf - September 16, 2024 The star singer is at LA Opera and SF Opera this fall, tackling the types of roles he does best. Feature The Return of Brazilian Bossa Great Marcos Valle Andrew Gilbert - September 16, 2024 Good things have always happened for the Rio de Janeiro-raised vocalist and multi-instrumentalist when he’s come to California. Review The Handmaid’s Tale at SF Opera Is a Harrowing, Must-See Production Lisa Hirsch - September 16, 2024 Poul Ruders’s opera, based on Margaret Atwood’s dystopian novel, receives its West Coast premiere in San Francisco — and not a moment too soon. Review Bass-Baritone Davóne Tines Takes an Acid Trip on His Debut Album Jason Victor Serinus - September 13, 2024 It’s all part of getting into character as Tines channels the life and trials of a legendary performer, Paul Robeson. Review A Jewish Folk Tale Comes to Life in the Hands of Accordionist Sam Reider Andrew Gilbert - September 10, 2024 The Oakland performer and composer has adapted the story of the golem into an engaging eight-part suite. Feature Braving the World of The Handmaid’s Tale at SF Opera Emily Wilson - September 10, 2024 Mezzo-soprano Irene Roberts and conductor Karen Kamensek are up for the challenges of Poul Ruders’s music and Margaret Atwood’s story. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 … Next › Next page Last » Last page