Reviews

Steven Winn - June 1, 2026

As sunny and funny as ever, SF Opera’s revival of its popular 2013 production is musically middling.

Collin Ziegler - June 1, 2026

The Symphony’s latest program under Miguel Harth-Bedoya raised questions about the allure of a “Spanish” sound.

Jim Farber - May 27, 2026

Gustavo Dudamel led a ferocious but musical performance with extraordinary singing and Frank Gehry’s magical designs.

Andrew Gilbert - May 27, 2026

Mahanthappa’s ensemble clearly enjoys the music, which they perform in high-voltage versions.

Richard S. Ginell - May 27, 2026

The music director presented Die Walküre across six days of performances last weekend. He bids farewell to the LA Phil on June 5-7.

Tamzin Elliott - May 27, 2026

The vocalist and composer demonstrated an impressive range of vocal techniques, and showcased some of her “live compositions.”

Collin Ziegler - May 27, 2026

The opera delineates the real-life friendship between librettist Howard Reich and Elie Wiesel, Nobel laureate and Holocaust survivor.

Lisa Hirsch - May 26, 2026

After the appointment of SF Symphony’s next music director, Cristian Măcelaru led a blazing program featuring Tyler Taylor’s Embers.

Jens Ibsen - May 19, 2026

During a program of sacred music, the world-class vocal ensemble was unafraid to resonate with current events.

Jim Farber - May 19, 2026

Héctor Armienta’s romantic new opera is unabashed melodrama and pure fun.