David Henry Hwang and Huang Ruo (Matthew Murphy)
While the house is sure to be packed in September for San Francisco Opera’s revival of the modern classic Dead Man Walking (which premiered here 25 years ago), this world premiere has its own frenzied anticipation. Huang Ruo and David Henry Hwang’s work, based on the 16th century Chinese novel Journey to the West, is augmented with colorful costumes, choreography, Buddhist sutras and advanced puppetry.
Nov. 14–30, 2025
War Memorial Opera House, San Francisco