As the Santa Barbara art scene comes out of post-holiday hibernation, we’re looking forward with anxious eyes to the coming months. This winter, the Santa Barbara Independent arts editors are hand-selecting some of the season’s must-see performances, concerts, and exhibitions, and highlights range from buzz-worthy indie rock acts to modern takes on opera classics to high-octane historical musicals. In the following pages you’ll find our guide to winter’s must-see arts offerings. For a full listing of arts and entertainment events, visit independent.com/events.