Wagner

The Ring Cycle

Queensland Performing Arts Centre
1–21 December 2023

Wagner

The Ring Cycle

Queensland Performing Arts Centre
1–21 December 2023

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Venue

Lyric Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre
corner Grey & Melbourne Streets, South Bank, Queensland

Language

Sung in German, with English surtitles.

Please note

Strobe lighting is used in these productions.

It's live! In Queensland Brisbane Australia

We’re bringing a new production of the Ring Cycle to Brisbane in 2023, exclusive to the Queensland Performing Arts Centre.

Come on an exhilarating adventure with men and maidens, gods and giants, dragons and dwarves. As greed and violence threaten to destroy the heavens and earth, a glimmer of hope rises from an unexpected source.

This is Wagner’s Ring Cycle — the pinnacle of opera — a 15-hour epic performed over four nights. Feel the collective power of 83 musicians and 102 voices performing some of the most transformative music ever written.

Enjoy a week in sunny Queensland and see a spectacular new production by visionary Chinese director Chen Shi-Zheng.

In 2023, he’ll explore Wagner’s legendary tale through a futuristic lens. His global vision imagines a parallel universe where many cultures walk together. Towering, moving digital panels create an immersive virtual world. Astonishing costumes and props imagine an unknown future.

French conductor Philippe Auguin has conducted the Ring Cycle more than a dozen times. He leads a cast of international stars and some of Australia’s most accomplished performers to bring you the memorable music of the Ring Cycle.

Die Walküre

Sunday 3 December, 1pm
Sunday 10 December, 5pm
Sunday 17 December, 5pm [Best availability]

Immerse yourself in a tale of forbidden love and complex family relationships. Be captivated by the beauty of Wagner's lyrical music.

Why see it? For the Ride of the Valkyries! An impressive phoenix flies in on stage, with opera's fiercest warrior women atop. They're led by the most famous valkyrie of all: Brünnhilde, played by the extraordinary American soprano Lise Lindstrom, and homegrown star Anna-Louise Cole.

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Götterdämmerung

Thursday 7 December, 4pm
Thursday 14 December, 4pm
Thursday 21 December, 1pm [Best availability]

Experience the climactic end of the Ring Cycle, where all the threads come together. Revel in the powerful music and the tragic fate of the gods.

Why see it? See some of the most stunning visual effects on stage, as the world burns and renews. This opera features the full, combined power of the Opera Australia Chorus and the Opera Queensland Chorus, joined in spectacular song.

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Your guide to dining at QPAC and surrounds

Choose from delightful dining experiences at QPAC, or take a short stroll to explore dining options at Fish Lane or South Bank Precincts, which are both situated conveniently close to the theatre.

Pre-booking your dining in advance is essential to avoid disappointment.

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Das Rheingold at Queensland Performing Arts Centre (2023)

Pre-Performance talks, symposia, and free online webinars

These talks and symposia are designed to illuminate the symbolism, history, and artistic innovations that Wagner masterfully wove into his composition. Whether you’re a seasoned opera enthusiast or new to the world of Wagner, these sessions will deepen your appreciation for this cultural treasure.

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Beautiful one day, perfect the next.

Queensland is home to a diverse range of experiences, from golden beaches and tropical islands to emerald green rainforests and rugged mountain ranges.

Between each opera, or before or after the Ring Cycle, add a trip to one of the many remarkable destinations easily accessible from Brisbane, including the Hinterland, Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast, Whitsundays and Tropical North Queensland.

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Make your trip a breeze and let Travel Associates do all the planning. With over 20 years of experience, Travel Associates will craft a tailored itinerary around the Ring Cycle to perfectly fit your travel style and preferences.

For more information call Travel Associates on 13 70 71.

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