It’s going to be a lovely party
Overall, this was a superb achievement and a thrilling season opener for the San Francisco Opera.
Samuel Kidd
6 pieces since 2024 — in 5 roles, at 2 companies, most often at San Francisco Opera.
6
pieces
5
roles
2
companies
3
years
By company
Role Cristiano
Role First Prison Guard
Act of contrition
The 25th anniversary revival of Dead Man Walking at San Francisco Opera is most moving in its quietest moments
Role Guglielmo
Così così
Despite some fine performances, Così fan tutte at the Livermore Valley Opera doesn’t quite click into place.
Role Moralès
It takes a woman
The plight of two women, each from different backgrounds, was on full display in San Francisco opera houses last week.
Role Schaunard
The sweet escape?
A plodding La bohème in San Francisco never quite takes off
I’ll take the fall
The days are getting shorter, but you can keep the prattle going this fall’s Talk of the Town! You will, you can, you must join in the discussion about: Great mezzo soprano performances (October),
Gained in translation (November), Teleport me back to… (December).