Opera

Jim Farber - February 7, 2019

He just plays one in David Lang’s opera.

Joe Cadagin - February 4, 2019

The vibrant 1977 opera shines on this lovingly rendered CD reissue.

Ilana Walder-Biesanz - January 21, 2019

Mark Adamo’s score and libretto capture the simplicity and charm of Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel.

Charles Shere - December 11, 2018

The Romanian composer’s intriguing music is stifled by the heavy production in the Dutch National Opera’s Œdipe.

Steven Winn - December 10, 2018

A powerhouse concert showcases the impressive range of talent and accomplishment in the class of 2018.

Steven Winn - December 7, 2018

The school’s Music Theater Ensemble tackles a Brecht/Weill classic.

Jim Farber - December 4, 2018

A new opera by Ellen Reid and Roxie Perkins explores the lasting effects of sexual trauma.

Nicholas Jones - December 4, 2018

David Conte’s tuneful music makes a heartfelt comedy.

Lisa Hirsch - December 4, 2018

Great singing and savvy production values infuse robust life into Giovanni Porta’s forgotten Baroque opera.

Joe Cadagin - November 20, 2018

Jake Heggie’s operatic adaptation of a singular holiday classic has its West Coast premiere.