San Francisco Opera’s ‘Barber of Seville’ Delivers a Delightful Start to the Summer Season
If you are opera curious and want to give it a try, San Francisco Opera’s “The Barber of Seville” is the perfect gateway. This witty opening to the summer season, directed by Emilio Sagi and conducted by Benjamin Manis, showcases Gioachino Rossini’s masterpiece, written in just under two weeks. The result is a well-timed, action-packed show. Comedic timing is everything, and this tale of love, money, and mendacity takes audiences on a three-hour and fifteen-minute journey that keeps the energy high.