Valentine’s Day
The perfect gift
Imagine surprising someone you love (or someone you’re hoping will fall in love with you) with tickets to the opera.
You’ve planned something special. You dress to impress. You meet your date and feel their anticipation.
As the lights go down in the theatre, get swept up in a torrid romance or heart-rending tragedy. Bask in the beauty and artistry on stage.
At interval, grab a glass of something sparkling and enjoy the stunning view.
It’s a date that you’ll always remember. It's the perfect Valentine's Day gift.
Help your loved one tick these off their bucket list...
Experience a fresh take on one of the world’s most famous operas
La Traviata was picked by Australian opera lovers as their favourite: it uses some of the most beautiful melodies ever written to tell a heart-wrenching story of a young woman who dares to dream of a better life. Your loved one will swoon to the music and be dazzled by the lavish sets, spectacular costumes and soaring music.
Escape to snow-dappled Paris
If you can’t surprise them with a holiday to Paris, a performance of La Bohème is the next best thing. The opera that inspired Moulin Rouge! and RENT is set in Paris’s famous Latin quarter and is dripping with romance, tragedy and youthful exuberance.
Mark an operatic milestone and be part of history
If they love their opera, you can’t let them miss our 70th Anniversary Gala. A starry cast of Australian singers will perform grand operatic highlights, accompanied by Orchestra Victoria, conducted by in-demand Italian maestro Giampaolo Bisanti. A one-night-only performance to remember.
A powerful, thought-provoking piece
Watershed: The Death of Dr Duncan is a moving Australian story inspired by true events, centered on a death that became a catalyst for change. Set to a compelling contemporary score and brought to life with striking theatrical intensity, it is an emotional experience.
Discover one of Broadway’s biggest recent hits
Looking for a gift for the musical theatre lover in your life? They’ll love a night at Anastasia. This romantic and adventure-filled Broadway hit was inspired by the beloved 1997 film and is packed with hit songs performed by an all-star Australian cast.
Watch a musical phenomenon under the stars
There’s no event in the world like Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour and there’s no musical like The Phantom of the Opera. Treat them to a night they’ll never forget; packed with incredible music, jaw-dropping spectacle and fireworks every night. This is a true bucket-list event.