Love, murder, revenge: Opera Australia has unleashed its Summer Season of Opera

They say that the impact of opera can be like a thunderbolt. You’re sitting comfortably and enjoying the show, then suddenly you’re overwhelmed with emotion. Evolving in 16th century Italy, opera has lasted through to the present day with its unique alchemy of story, music, staging and extraordinary singing. Innovative theatre makers are constantly reinterpreting the great operas, finding new meanings and ideas to explore in these timeless and well-loved narratives and melodies. 

This summer, Opera Australia is bringing four of the most popular operatic works of all time to the Sydney Opera House. From influential and earworm-packed works by Puccini to a deceptively light-hearted Mozart comedy and a stately tragedy from Verdi, these are shows guaranteed to transport you from ordinary life while showcasing some of the top operatic vocal talents in the world. Whether you’re a diehard fan or simply craving something amazing, your night at the opera awaits – tickets are on sale now.