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Angela Meade and Russell Thomas provide the vocal fireworks in LA Opera's staging of David Hockney's beloved production designs. 

Great story, colorful costumes and sets, dozens of performers all add up to the annual extravaganza of George Balanchine's The Nutcracker. Pacific Northwest Ballet's superb artists portray its wonders again.

Despite a strong vocal and orchestral performance, David Hockney's sets are still the main draw for San Francisco Opera's Turandot. 

San Francisco Opera's Turandot is a feast for the eyes and ears, but the drama falls flat.

Pacific Northwest Ballet's magnificent production of George Balanchine's The Nutcracker awakens nostalgia and is sure to inspire dreams.