Thomas Hampson is garnering spectacular reviews for his portrayal of Count Anckarström in Verdi’s Un Ballo in Maschera at San Francisco Opera. This is Hampson’s second Verdi role at SFO, following a star turn in title role of Macbeth in 2007. See what critics have to say about this not-to-be-missed performance: “ . . . baritone Thomas Hampson’s portrayal of Anckarström emerged as the strongest … Continue reading A “standout” performance in Verdi’s Un Ballo in Maschera