What’s On
Sunset Boulevard
Princess Theatre Melbourne, now playing
Musical superstar Sarah Brightman stars in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s extraordinary musical about a Hollywood icon.
Great Opera Hits
Sydney Opera House, 28 July-21 October
Stroll down to the Sydney Opera House and join the stars of Opera Australia for a concert of the greatest hits of opera.
La Bohème National Tour
12 July-3 September
Experience the original bohemian love story. By the time this emotional opera finishes, you’ll know the answer to an eternal question: is love enough?
Hamlet
Sydney Opera House, 30 July-9 August
Shakespeare’s searing portrait of a prince in crisis in an acclaimed contemporary opera by Australian composer Brett Dean.
The Puccini Gala Concert
Hamer Hall, 27 July
A star-studded celebration of some of opera’s most moving music.
Tosca
Sydney Opera House, 27 July-16 August
A thriller with sensational music, opera’s best villain and an unforgettable ending, Tosca will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Mozart's Così fan tutte
Sydney Opera House, 1 August-17 August
Two men attempt to seduce the other’s lover in an elaborate ruse to win a bet. Mozart’s sublime music makes this opera must-see.
Freddie De Tommaso: Il Tenore in Concert
Sydney Opera House, 11 August
One of the world’s most exciting tenors, Freddie De Tommaso, will make his Australian debut with a one-off solo recital. Hear the young tenor praised as a “vocal phenomenon” and one of the greatest opera singers working in the Italian tradition.
Freddie De Tommaso: Il Tenore in Concert
Melbourne Recital Centre, 18 August
One of the world’s most exciting tenors, Freddie De Tommaso, will make his Australian debut with a one-off solo recital. Hear the young tenor praised as a “vocal phenomenon” and one of the greatest opera singers working in the Italian tradition.
Sunset Boulevard
Sydney Opera House, 28 August-1 November
Musical superstar Sarah Brightman stars in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s extraordinary musical about a Hollywood icon.
Gilgamesh
Carriageworks, 26 September-5 October
The world’s oldest poem meets opera’s most cutting-edge artists in this spectacular new work, directed by Kip Williams (Sydney Theatre Company’s The Picture of Dorian Gray).
Eucalyptus
Palais Theatre, 16 October-19 October
A new opera based on Murray Bail’s acclaimed novel, Eucalyptus is an Australian fairytale, unusual love story and poetic ode to trees.
The Magic Flute
Geelong Arts Centre, 9 November-16 November
Embark on an enchanting adventure and meet a host of wondrous characters in Mozart’s The Magic Flute.
Chorus!
Geelong Arts Centre, 13 November-15 November
Hear the lyrical beauty and power of 48 choristers coming together to explore vast musical terrains through the emotional language of song. Showcasing famous choral pieces by the legends of opera, including Verdi, Puccini, Wagner and Tchaikovsky.
The Opera Gala Concert
Sydney Opera House, 31 December
Leave the crowds behind as you enter the Sydney Opera House, then settle back for an evening of opera’s most beautiful music, at the Opera Gala Concert. Make this your most glamorous New Year ever.
Cinderella on New Year's Eve
Sydney Opera House, 31 December
Feel all the magic of the fairy tale with enchanting music, playful choreography and extravagant costumes in this whimsical production of the classic opera. Don’t miss the ball – and don’t miss a magical countdown to midnight you’ll remember forever!
Cinderella (Cendrillon)
Sydney Opera House, 2 January-28 March
Feel all the magic of the fairy tale with enchanting music, playful choreography and extravagant costumes in this whimsical production of the classic opera.
La Traviata
Sydney Opera House, 23 January-27 March
Glamour, riches and a tragic secret: La Traviata is the story of a courtesan falling in love. Classic opera with stunning costumes, outstanding music and a fresh perspective.
Hadestown
Theatre Royal Sydney, from February 2025
The acclaimed musical phenomenon Hadestown by singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and director Rachel Chavkin will premiere at Theatre Royal Sydney in February 2025.