San Francisco Opera’s Department of Diversity, Equity and Community Offers New Interactive Talks

The San Francisco Opera’s Department of Diversity, Equity, and Community has announced the spring lineup for the Opera Aficionado virtual interactive conversation series. Each month from April through June, the company will offer themed discussions ranging from Shakespeare’s influence on opera to a celebration of African American Music Appreciation Month. All start times are 1:00 p.m. PDT. The focus of {…}

Marian Anderson to Feature in New PBS Documentary ‘Voice of Freedom’

On February 15, 2021, AMERICAN EXPERIENCE will present the premiere of “Voice of Freedom,” a new documentary about renowned opera singer Marian Anderson. Hosted by Renée Elise Goldsberry, “Voice of Freedom” will follow Anderson’s life story, culminating with her historic 1939 performance at the Lincoln Memorial when she was barred from singing at Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C. The work {…}