San Francisco Opera Guild is set to present “An Evening on the Stage” gala dinner on Nov. 28 at the War Memorial Opera House. The event will honor Karen J. Kubin and Mary and Bill Poland. The honorees will receive The Crescendo Award, bestowed by the Guild upon individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary support to the Guild and San Francisco {…}
The San Francisco Symphony has announced that Jenny Wong will be the next Chorus Director of the San Francisco Symphony Chorus. In the new role, she will lead the ensemble in its annual Chorus Concert as well as prepare the group for performances with the Orchestra. She will also recruit, audition, and select new members for the 152-piece chorus. Her {…}
(Credit: Kristen Loken) San Francisco Opera is set to celebrate Pride month, honoring LGBTQ+ artists, staff, audience, and community. The celebration begins on June 22, coinciding with a performance of “El último sueño de Frida y Diego.” With the exterior of the War Memorial Opera House glowing in rainbow colors, Pride Night at the Opera will offer attendees a pairing {…}
The San Francisco Early Music Society has announced its 2023-24 season. Here is a look at the vocal performances. First up is “El Mundo” presenting “Archivo de Guatemala.” The event features sopranos Jennifer Ellis Kampani and Nell Snaidas, as well as tenor/countertenor Ryland Angel. Performance Date: Oct. 27 – 29, 2023 Vox Lumunis will then present “Bach: The Early Cantatas.” {…}
(Credit: Neda Navaee) Soprano Nina Stemme was awarded the San Francisco Opera Medal immediately following the June 4 premiere of “Die Frau ohne Schatten.” During an on-stage ceremony, Matthew Shilvock, the General Director of San Francisco Opera, stated, “Nina, your artistry brings a transcendent quality into our world, resonating deeply within our souls. You have led us on countless heroic {…}
San Francisco Mayor London N. Breed and Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti spearheaded efforts by the United States Conference of Mayors (USCM) to adopt a resolution urging Congress to provide long-term relief funding for arts and cultural institutions as the COVID-19 pandemic continues unabated within the United States, according to a press release issued by the USCM on July 1. The {…}