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From a fantasy double bill at SF Symphony to Kronos Quartet to a new 'Bulrusher' opera, the Bay Area classical scene has a packed summer.

From a fantasy double bill at SF Symphony to Kronos Quartet to a new 'Bulrusher' opera, the Bay Area classical scene has a packed summer.

Classic and new stage plays, intriguing artwork, comedy cleverness, stellar music performances and festive nightlife; it’s all in Going Out.

We love a classy benefit, especially one with notable local celebrities. Also, local theater, dance and music concerts are worth your time and money, in Going Out.

We love a classy benefit, especially one with notable local celebrities. Also, local theater, dance and music concerts are worth your time and money, in Going Out.

We love a classy benefit, especially one with notable local celebrities. Also, local theater, dance and music concerts are worth your time and money, in Going Out.

From Opera Parallele to Opera San Jose and West Edge, these cutting edge companies are reinventing a classic music form.

Pulitzer Prize–winning composer Kevin Puts’s The Hours, with a libretto by Greg Pierce, will return to the Met stage for eight performances. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Tilman Michael, who leads the Frankfurt Opera’s chorus, will succeed the veteran conductor Donald Palumbo, who steps down this season after 17 years.

Innovative Opera Parallèle is re-teaming with SFJAZZ April 5-7 for a world premiere double bill. Two one-act operas, "Vinkensport, or The Finch Opera" and "Balls" extend the partnerships’ repertoire of edgy contemporary works and clever musical hook-ups.