Christina Waters

From innovative opera productions to adventurous chamber concerts, Santa Cruz’s small musical ensembles deliver intimate performances with world-class musicianship and bold programming.

An over-the-top multimedia extravaganza celebrates the genre-blending music of Santa Cruz composer Jon Scoville, with dance, film, jazz, and chamber music colliding in a Valentine’s-perfect concert.

Making an entrance, building momentum, and wrapping things up with a twist—these key elements of stagecraft are difficult to master. Now imagine having to achieve...

The Santa Cruz Baroque Festival opens its season with a rare event: the premiere of two newly discovered Bach works, brought to life by Artistic Director Jörg Reddin.

Espressivo’s December concert delivered rare, compelling chamber works. A winter lineup promises an intimate exploration of the chamber symphony tradition.

Santa Cruz Shakespeare’s A Christmas Carol fills the Veterans Memorial Hall with carols, humor and heartfelt warmth, inviting audiences of all ages into Dickens’ enduring story of compassion and renewal.

Inventive and engaging, Opera Project lit up the Woodhouse Brewery—one of several memorable performances marking the year’s end.

Winter with its myriad rituals and parties comes around each year. Chanukah, Christmas—they all bring pleasure, memories and special gifts.