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Opera Review: Carmen on Cockatoo Island, Opera Australia

A strong retelling of a timeless tale with always relevant social themes.

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Opera review: A Celebration of Opera by Voxalis

The finale to Voxalis’ inaugural program for 2022 offered a tantalising mix of opera favourites with some welcome lesser-known repertoire.

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Opera review: La Traviata

A polished production of Verdi's masterwork about the colourful life and death of a Parisian courtesan.

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Warwick Adeney steps down from the QSO  

Ushering in a new era for the Queensland Symphony Orchestra as a legendary concertmaster retires and a new management team…

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Has opera lost its mojo?

The National Opera Report warned of a lack of 'vibrancy' in opera. A new research project hopes to find it.

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Opera review: Women of the Pietà

Soprano Miriam Allan is joined by a chorus of 12 women and an ensemble of expert orchestral players in service…

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Opera review: Iolanthe

Gilbert and Sullivan’s Iolanthe was given star treatment by the opera students of Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University.

Chorus and ensemble of Opera Australia's Rigoletto
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Opera Australia’s Lyndon Terracini bows out with a starry flourish

OA's outgoing Artistic Director throws a celebratory season. But will Melbourne opera lovers feel left out of the party?

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Opera review: La Traviata

Three state opera companies join forces to stage a pleasing retelling of Verdi’s most beloved opera.

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Where are the development programs for women opera directors?

Whereas state theatre companies have taken a proactive role in investing in development programs for women directors and other creatives,…

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