San Francisco

Alvin Ailey’s artistic director talks about the company’s upcoming film performance for Cal Performances and the ever-evolving mission of contemporary dance.

This freshly imagined production packs an emotional wallop that transcends the limits of the small screen.

Boston Modern Orchestra Project traces the composer’s evolution from Common Tones in Simple Time to Son of Chamber Symphony.

Eleven composers and performers create a tribute album for the retired chief of Nonesuch Records.

Sentimental Journey captures war-era jazz as played by a swinging service band for troops stationed in the Pacific theater.

Mission Opera goes live with Offenbach’s rarely performed Le 66 starting June 5.

The powerful mezzo explores many dark facets of the Nero legend in Tiranno.

Our guide to some of the beloved soprano’s greatest performances.

The dancer, musician, and tireless social activist shares her insights for living a good, just, and musical life.

LA Opera’s artist-in-residence takes the stage in Oedipus Rex on June 6. He talks with SFCV about opera’s new landscape and how he’s supporting the next generation of singers.