Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s 1787 opera was based on the legendary figure Don Juan, a rake and a seducer of women, but Mozart makes him a real villain. Set at a wedding, in Tuscany, the lead’s character is quickly shown to be charming, controlling and without conscience. Seducing anything in a skirt and finally killing the father of one of his conquests.
Accompanied by the delightful explanations and insights of conductor Stephen Mould, this journey through a small portion of Verdi’s work is a delight.
This fascinating double bill, directed by Andrew Sinclair, is a strong representation of the works of Mascagni and Ruggero, both first performed in the 1890’s. Sung in Italian with English surtitles both pieces are very focused on presenting the darker side of life.
State Opera in collaboration with the Welsh National Opera present Puccini's masterpiece 'Tosca'.
In a beautifully sumptuous revival of Sir David McVicar’s production of 'Faust', SA Opera have breathed new life and fresh depravity into it.
The Adelaide Youth Orchestra combine with some of this state's finest Opera stars to deliver Mozart and Strauss.
Adelaide Youth Orchestra are teaming up with some of S A's best young opera singers to present the first staged opera concert in the orchestra's history.
Don Giovanni can tip the opera agnostics over into being believers. This version is certainly capable of doing just that.
Making opera more accessible, the State Opera is presenting two double-bills this year: evenings of two, one-act operas.
SOSA has launched their 2015 season, featuring much-loved classics like Don Giovanni, Faust and the Verdi Requiem, and a number of smaller works.
State Opera have found a winning approach to Offenbach’s operetta that is sure to win friends and influence people, but be prepared for aching ribs, because this production will have you laughing your head off. You might just want to see it twice.
This is definitely a must for lovers of great opera, and of Baroque music in particular and, surprisingly, it is seldom performed, so take advantage of this unique opportunity.
Under the Direction of Nicholas Cannon, who also sings the role of Onegin, and the Musical Direction of Brian Chatterton, this is a marvellous evening of opera. Make this a unique Christmas treat for yourself and the whole family.