San Francisco

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

Steven Winn - September 8, 2025

SF Opera remounts a production of Verdi’s Rigoletto with standout Adela Zaharia in the role of Gilda.

Victoria Looseleaf - September 3, 2025

With Nathan Bowles starring as Canio, the company’s open-air run of Ruggero Leoncavallo’s opera begins on Sept. 5.

David E. Schneider - September 3, 2025

Richard Wagner’s Ring of the Nibelung saga gets another directorial transformation, one that often ignores the music’s messages.

Melissa Hudson Bell - September 3, 2025

Lizz Roman will present Sunset Dances IV at her home in the Outer Sunset from Sept. 5–21.

Janos Gereben - September 3, 2025

From livestreaming to ancillary events, here’s information on the company’s fall programming.

Andrew Gilbert - September 3, 2025

Under Terence Blanchard’s leadership, the organization continues its boundary-breaking programming while reaching for new heights.

Harlow Robinson - September 3, 2025

Romanian soprano Adela Zaharia will sing Gilda in San Francisco Opera's production of Verdi's Rigoletto, which runs from Sept. 5-27.

Victoria Looseleaf - August 29, 2025

The multi-hyphenated force behind the fashion brand Maraval reflects on her philanthropic career before the annual SFO Ball.

Jason Victor Serinus - August 29, 2025

The composer’s voice perseveres in his new record despite a sacrifice in resonance, writes SFCV’s critic.

Nicholas Jones - August 26, 2025

The soprano gave and emotional and gripping performance in a recital of American art songs.