San Francisco

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

Michael Zwiebach - March 3, 2026

Sci-fi golems, a dissident Iranian poet, internet radicals, and a morally compromised reporter are all in the mix in the festival of new operas.

Michael Zwiebach - February 27, 2026

The two companies say they are saving money and retooling to strengthen themselves in a tough environment.

Richard S. Ginell - February 24, 2026

The record focuses on six pieces, each in the key of E.

Andrew Gilbert - February 24, 2026

Pentatone is releasing a full opera, with reconstructed orchestration, by the 20th century’s foremost composition teacher.

Janos Gereben - February 24, 2026

The free concert will feature the teenage Onde Trio, children from the Third Baptist Church, and dancers from SF Ballet.

Steven Winn - February 24, 2026

A.I.M. by Kyle Abraham showcased its spectacular dancers in three original works at Cal Performances.

Andrew Gilbert - February 24, 2026

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

Michael Zwiebach - February 23, 2026

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

Andrew Gilbert - February 18, 2026

A farewell tour brings the classical guitar duo and their exciting program to locations across California at the end of the month.

Steven Winn - February 18, 2026

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