Diablo Ballet Presents COPPELIA in May
by Stephi Wild - April 28, 2022
Diablo Ballet will present the final program of its 21- 22 Season with, Coppélia, May 20 – 21 at the Lesher Center for the Arts. This full-length ballet, accompanied by the Diablo Symphony Orchestra under Music Director Matilda Hofman with feature newly created costumes by Amanda Farris and Christop...
Bay Area Virtuoso Leads Conductor-Less FOUR SEASONS
by A.A. Cristi - October 12, 2021
Following a critically acclaimed season opener, California Symphony and Music Director Donato Cabrera present a line-up of illustrious works in FOUR SEASONS, an all-strings concert at the Lesher Center for the Arts (1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek) on Saturday, November 6 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Nov...
Conductor Donato Cabrera Announces 2021-2022 Concert Season
by A.A. Cristi - September 14, 2021
As Music Director of both orchestras, Cabrera's programming showcases a personalized and integrated vision, highlighting diversity and celebrating the return to live performances. California Symphony's new season furthers its promise to present innovative programming, exciting guest artists, and mus...
Festival Opera Presents World Premiere Event A JAKE HEGGIE TRIPTYCH
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2021
Walnut Creek's newly revitalized Festival Opera continues its 30thAnniversary season with the world premiere of A Jake Heggie Triptych, featuring award winning composer and pianist Jake Heggie with librettos by Terrance McNally (At the Statue of Venus) and Gene Scheer (Camille Claudel: Into the Fire...