The Bonesetter's Daughter from SF Opera

I generally don't like to veer too much into personal likes/dislikes on this blog but I just saw an amazing opera from the San Francisco Opera company. I've been an SF opera subscriber for years; I love the combination of wonderful music, beautiful vocals and the storytelling of live theater. And, we are so lucky to have a first-class opera company here in SF. Each season there is typically a new, "modern" opera as part of the subscription package.
This year we are so lucky to have the World Premiere of Amy Tan's "The Bonesetter's Daughter". I have not read the book and had no expectations for the production. To my delight, it was superb on so many levels. The story is beautiful and the music and lyrics are simple but at the same time very engaging. The sets and costumes are wonderful. I love the way they have integrated traditional Chinese opera into the score--it makes adds richness and a sense of history. Here's what the SF Chronicle opera reviewer had to say.
I think this is an opera that any music and/or theater lover will become totally immersed in. Unfortunately there are only two more performances scheduled here but I am certain that this opera will be produced by other companies.
If you have an opportunity to see it, do it!