Pinchgut Opera Subscription Packages
2020 season
Charpentier
Médée
City Recital Hall
Charpentier’s sensual lyricism and dramatic insight take us deep inside the mind and heart of this terrifying woman who refuses to be a victim — even at the cost of her own flesh and blood.
18–23 June 2020
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Handel
Rinaldo
City Recital Hall
An absolute must for lovers of Handel, Rinaldo is a towering Baroque opera and a masterpiece of musical drama.
3–9 December 2020
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CONCERT PERFORMANCE
Splendour of Venice
The Great Hall, University of Sydney
Immerse yourself in the transcendent beauty of Allegri's sublime Miserere and the rich resonances of Renaissance masters Claudio Monteverdi and Giovanni Gabrieli: the original surround sound.
26 April 2020
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Concert performance
Purcell & Charpentier
City Recital Hall
Melbourne Recital Centre
Charpentier’s majestic Te Deum was written in honour of King Louis XIV and reflects the magnificence of his palace at Versailles. Purcell’s Come, Ye Sons of Art celebrates the birthday of Queen Mary with music of sheer delight.
11–13 September 2020
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You can choose a set package, with five subscription options. Or, if you prefer to mix it up, create a custom package. As a Pinchgut subscriber, the benefits include:
- a discount of up to $20 per ticket
- 2020 subscribers who choose a set package will have the opportunity to renew their seats in 2021
- secure the best seats before they go on sale to the general public
Existing subscribers who want to renew their subscription in 2020 can book packages from Thursday 8 August. New subscription packages and single tickets will be on sale from Thursday 15 August.
Renewable Seating
sET pACKAGES
A set package allows you to come at the same time for both mid and end-of-year productions. Choose a set package to keep your seats each year. Set package options are available for:
- Opening nights
- Saturday matinees
- Sundays @ 5pm
- Mid-Week performances
- Closing nights
Choose a set package
(You can add concerts after you've selected your opera package)
or renew your existing set package
Choose Your own dates
Custom Packages
If you prefer to mix it up, choose a custom package and select your own dates and seats for each production (including the concerts!). Note that this option does not allow you to renew your seats.
Choose a custom package
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I choose my own seats when subscribing?
Yes, you can choose your own seats online. Or visit the Opera Australia Box Office at 480 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills to book in person.
Can I book additional tickets to productions?
Yes. Subscribers can book as many additional tickets for friends as they wish, at the same time as you book your subscription package. These tickets will be at the full price.
Why are subscriptions handled by Opera Australia?
Opera Australia and Pinchgut Opera are good friends, and Opera Australia's systems and infrastructure support the subscription features that Pinchgut Opera subscribers and fans have been requesting.
Is Pinchgut Opera part of Opera Australia?
No. Pinchgut Opera is entirely, proudly, and fiercely independent.
How do I donate to Pinchgut Opera?
Visit pinchgutopera.com.au to make a donation to Pinchgut Opera.
I'm an Opera Australia subscriber. Can I add tickets to Pinchgut Opera to my Opera Australia subscription?
Yes. Once you've created an Opera Australia subscription package (with three or more Opera Australia productions), you can add tickets to Pinchgut Opera. Opera Australia subscription packages will be available from 22 August 2019.