Stage director Christopher Alexander will instead work with set designer Robert Dahlstrom to create a new production of the opera, scheduled to run June 3 through July 1, at the War Memorial Opera House.
Teatro Regio's production was designed by Luisa Spinatelli. No reason was given for the change.
Mezzo-soprano Dolora Zajick will perform the title role of Joan of Arc. San Francisco Opera music director Donald Runnicles is the conductor.