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Faith, knowledge and power collide in this brand new opera by Richard Mills that examines the fortunes of one of the world’s greatest thinkers.

Direct from the West End and Broadway, experience this epic love story of passion and tragedy at the Her Majesty’s Theatre in Melbourne this October.

A madcap magical tale.

Voltaire’s satirical tale of mindless optimism springs to life through a brilliant score from famed West Side Story composer Leonard Bernstein.

Hear thrilling high notes and stunning harmonies, and experience the uplifting force of opera. This one-hour, open air concert is performed by some of our brightest stars, backed by a fabulous live orchestra featuring musicians from Orchestra Victoria.

Opera’s greatest thriller is a taut tale of passion and betrayal, taking place over just 24 hours in Rome. Renowned prima donna Tosca is in love with Cavaradossi, a painter and revolutionary. When the sadistic Chief of Police Scarpia tries to crush them, our heroine finds the strength to do the unspeakable.

As part of the Art Centre Melbourne's Morning Melodies program, Andrea will join forces with Orchestra Victoria to present a concert of works handpicked for their significance in her life and career.

2024 marks the centenary of the great composer’s passing. To celebrate Puccini's contribution to opera, Opera Australia is performing a concert of his finest music.

The story of the devout Bess McNeill, and the stormy Scottish Highland community she belongs to, resonates deeply with audiences and is now a powerful new opera for our times.

La Rondine is a poignant, wistful and romantic masterpiece from the composer of La bohème, Giacomo Puccini.

A new ballet based on the life and writings of Oscar Wilde

A double bill of classical and contemporary works

Eucalyptus is a new opera by Jonathan Mills, based on Murray Bail’s beloved novel. It’s part Australian fairy tale and part musical evocation of the Australian bush. In this dappled landscape lurks both beauty and wonder.

Escape into the enchanted world of The Magic Flute for a fabulous adventure. A noble hero and his loveable sidekick must rescue a princess in mortal danger. You’ll meet surprises at every turn, and with the Queen of the Night pulling the strings, not everything is as it seems.