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SUMMARY:The Rake Punished or  Don Giovanni
DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Opera is staging a timely production of Don Giovanni (The Rake Punished) from 26 April – 3 May at the Athenaeum Theatre.  \nThis staging strikes at the heart of Don Giovanni’s narcissism and brutality\, refusing to brush over his assaults as mere elements of the dramma giocoso. Instead\, it gives voice and agency to the women he has wronged. Universally acknowledged as one of the greatest operas ever written\, this time Don Giovanni will see justice finally served. \nDirector Suzanne Chaundy will once again show her deft touch in directing the operatic stage. \n“It is a complete misreading of Mozart and Da Ponte’s intent to see Don Giovanni as a rebel hero. Only his narcissism places him in that role. This production will focus the story on the trio of powerful and vengeful women who bring Don Giovanni to justice on behalf of the many\, many women listed in the heinous catalogue of his ‘conquests’\,” says Suzanne Chaundy\, who is making her United Kingdom opera directing debut in July. \n“Justice is coming to Don Giovanni just as it caught up with recent high profile sex offenders like the former Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein\, and as many would picture justice coming to other offenders from the Epstein Files.” \nThree of Australia’s best sopranos will join forces in passionate revenge. Lee Abrahmsen (“Die Meistersinger”\, The Ring Cycle) as Donna Anna for her own assault and for the death of her father\,  Eleanor Greenwood (Turandot\, The Ring Cycle) as conflicted wife Donna Elvira\, and Soprano Rebecca Rashleigh (Herald Sun Aria Winner 2018\, The Ring Cycle) is the peasant bride Zerlina\, whom the Don attempts to seduce the night she marries Masetto. Masetto is performed by Stephen Marsh\, who has just returned from the Deutsche Oper Berlin. \nTaking on the role of Don Giovanni is international baritone Christopher Tonkin. “It certainly is an interesting time to be playing such a character as Don Giovanni. Art has always been a commentary on deeper issues and this is a very important conversation to have\,” says Christopher\, who has appeared throughout the United Kingdom\, Europe\, Asia and Australasia and performed major roles with Opera Australia\, Melbourne Opera and many other leading opera companies. \nSoprano Lee Abrahmsen was genuinely surprised by the sheer scale of the role of Donna Anna. “Vocally\, it’s a major undertaking. Donna Anna leads every ensemble high above the stave and sings one of Mozart’s longest and most emotionally charged recitatives. Add the psychological weight she carries\, and it becomes a role of remarkable stamina\, nuance and depth\,” says Lee. \nHenry Shaw\, winner of the OCCA Best Emerging Talent Award 2025\, is singing Don Giovanni’s servant Leporello. Bass Eddie Muliaumaseali’i joins the cast as the murdered Commendatore\, who drags Don Giovanni to the hell that he deserves. Tenor Henry Choo is singing Don Ottavio\, betrothed to Donna Anna. \nGreen Room Award nominated conductor Raymond Lawrence will conduct\, delivering some of Mozart’s most famous and most loved music. Highlights include ‘Catalogue Aria’ (Madamina\, il catalogo è questo)\, the seductive duet ‘Là ci darem la mano’ and the rapid Champagne Aria (Fin ch’han dal vino). \nIn August\, Melbourne Opera will stage Il Trovatore starring leading international soprano Helena Dix and Rosario La Spina\, who won a 2026 Green Room Award for Outstanding Performance in a Leading Role for Melbourne Opera’s Samson et Dalila. \nThe company’s ambitious staging of Wagner’s Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg (2025) was a major winner in the inaugural OperaChaser Critics Awards (OCCAs)\, announced in February. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nwww.melbourneopera.com  \nBehind-the-curtain updates: @MelbourneOpera
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/the-rake-punished-or-don-giovanni-2/
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SUMMARY:The Rake Punished or  Don Giovanni
DESCRIPTION:Melbourne Opera is staging a timely production of Don Giovanni (The Rake Punished) from 26 April – 3 May at the Athenaeum Theatre.  \nThis staging strikes at the heart of Don Giovanni’s narcissism and brutality\, refusing to brush over his assaults as mere elements of the dramma giocoso. Instead\, it gives voice and agency to the women he has wronged. Universally acknowledged as one of the greatest operas ever written\, this time Don Giovanni will see justice finally served. \nDirector Suzanne Chaundy will once again show her deft touch in directing the operatic stage. \n“It is a complete misreading of Mozart and Da Ponte’s intent to see Don Giovanni as a rebel hero. Only his narcissism places him in that role. This production will focus the story on the trio of powerful and vengeful women who bring Don Giovanni to justice on behalf of the many\, many women listed in the heinous catalogue of his ‘conquests’\,” says Suzanne Chaundy\, who is making her United Kingdom opera directing debut in July. \n“Justice is coming to Don Giovanni just as it caught up with recent high profile sex offenders like the former Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein\, and as many would picture justice coming to other offenders from the Epstein Files.” \nThree of Australia’s best sopranos will join forces in passionate revenge. Lee Abrahmsen (“Die Meistersinger”\, The Ring Cycle) as Donna Anna for her own assault and for the death of her father\,  Eleanor Greenwood (Turandot\, The Ring Cycle) as conflicted wife Donna Elvira\, and Soprano Rebecca Rashleigh (Herald Sun Aria Winner 2018\, The Ring Cycle) is the peasant bride Zerlina\, whom the Don attempts to seduce the night she marries Masetto. Masetto is performed by Stephen Marsh\, who has just returned from the Deutsche Oper Berlin. \nTaking on the role of Don Giovanni is international baritone Christopher Tonkin. “It certainly is an interesting time to be playing such a character as Don Giovanni. Art has always been a commentary on deeper issues and this is a very important conversation to have\,” says Christopher\, who has appeared throughout the United Kingdom\, Europe\, Asia and Australasia and performed major roles with Opera Australia\, Melbourne Opera and many other leading opera companies. \nSoprano Lee Abrahmsen was genuinely surprised by the sheer scale of the role of Donna Anna. “Vocally\, it’s a major undertaking. Donna Anna leads every ensemble high above the stave and sings one of Mozart’s longest and most emotionally charged recitatives. Add the psychological weight she carries\, and it becomes a role of remarkable stamina\, nuance and depth\,” says Lee. \nHenry Shaw\, winner of the OCCA Best Emerging Talent Award 2025\, is singing Don Giovanni’s servant Leporello. Bass Eddie Muliaumaseali’i joins the cast as the murdered Commendatore\, who drags Don Giovanni to the hell that he deserves. Tenor Henry Choo is singing Don Ottavio\, betrothed to Donna Anna. \nGreen Room Award nominated conductor Raymond Lawrence will conduct\, delivering some of Mozart’s most famous and most loved music. Highlights include ‘Catalogue Aria’ (Madamina\, il catalogo è questo)\, the seductive duet ‘Là ci darem la mano’ and the rapid Champagne Aria (Fin ch’han dal vino). \nIn August\, Melbourne Opera will stage Il Trovatore starring leading international soprano Helena Dix and Rosario La Spina\, who won a 2026 Green Room Award for Outstanding Performance in a Leading Role for Melbourne Opera’s Samson et Dalila. \nThe company’s ambitious staging of Wagner’s Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg (2025) was a major winner in the inaugural OperaChaser Critics Awards (OCCAs)\, announced in February. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nwww.melbourneopera.com  \nBehind-the-curtain updates: @MelbourneOpera
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/the-rake-punished-or-don-giovanni-3/
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SUMMARY:FOOTLOOSE: THE MUSICAL
DESCRIPTION:FOOTLOOSE: THE MUSICAL \nMelbourne is cutting loose! The beloved blockbuster Footloose: The Musical is now playing at the Athenaeum Theatre with 90% of shows in May and June already sold out. Due to the incredible demand\, new dates in July-August have just been released\, with national tour dates set to be announced soon.   \nTickets start at just $69.90* and are selling fast at footloosethemusical.com  \nBased on the iconic film starring Kevin Bacon\, the four-time Tony Award nominated musical became a cultural phenomenon\, capturing the hearts of millions with its powerful story of youth\, freedom\, and the unifying power of music and dance.
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/footloose-the-musical/2025-05-20/2/
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SUMMARY:FOOTLOOSE: THE MUSICAL
DESCRIPTION:FOOTLOOSE: THE MUSICAL \nMelbourne is cutting loose! The beloved blockbuster Footloose: The Musical is now playing at the Athenaeum Theatre with 90% of shows in May and June already sold out. Due to the incredible demand\, new dates in July-August have just been released\, with national tour dates set to be announced soon.   \nTickets start at just $69.90* and are selling fast at footloosethemusical.com  \nBased on the iconic film starring Kevin Bacon\, the four-time Tony Award nominated musical became a cultural phenomenon\, capturing the hearts of millions with its powerful story of youth\, freedom\, and the unifying power of music and dance.
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/footloose-the-musical/2025-05-20/1/
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SUMMARY:Melbourne Opera presents Maria Stuarda
DESCRIPTION:Acclaimed Melbourne soprano Helena Dix returns from an internationally broadcasted performance in the title role of Norma at New York’s Metropolitan Opera\, to make her debut as Maria Stuarda for Melbourne Opera.\nDonizetti’s sumptuous Italian opera marks the company’s first production since their internationally acclaimed Ring Cycle Cultural Festival earlier this year. Long regarded as one of the most demanding bel canto roles\, Maria Stuarda traces the downfall of Mary Stuart at the hands of Elizabeth I. \nFresh from her triumphant Ring Cycle\, Suzanne Chaundy directs this revival of the second opera in her inspired portrayal of Donizetti’s Tudor Trilogy\, based on the lives of the three queens in England’s Tudor dynasty. The trilogy is widely considered to be some of the Italian composer’s best works\, both musically and dramatically. \nHelena Dix previously performed the most demanding role in the trilogy to great acclaim when she took on Elizabeth I in Melbourne Opera’s Roberto Devereaux (2017). She went on to cover the same role at New York’s Metropolitan Opera\, considered by many to be the world’s greatest opera house. \nA string of virtuoso arias and duets\, a famous confrontation scene and the moving execution scene are just some of the highlights of this great work. The Melbourne Opera Chorus and Orchestra are conducted by bel canto specialist Raymond Lawrence. \nMaria Stuarda credits\nConducted by bel canto specialist Raymond Lawrence\nDirected by Suzanne Chaundy\nHelena Dix as Maria Stuarda\nEleanor Greenwood as Elisabetta\nHenry Choo as Roberto\, Earl of Leicester\nChristopher Hillier as Talbot\nEddie Muliaumaseal’li as Cecil\nCaroline Vercoe as Anna \nSung in Italian with English surtitles. \n9\, 13\, 15\, 17 September 2023\nAthenaeum Theatre\, 188 Collins Street\, Melbourne 3000\nTickets available via Ticketmaster
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/melbourne-opera-presents-maria-stuarda/2023-09-17/
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SUMMARY:Melbourne Opera presents Maria Stuarda
DESCRIPTION:Acclaimed Melbourne soprano Helena Dix returns from an internationally broadcasted performance in the title role of Norma at New York’s Metropolitan Opera\, to make her debut as Maria Stuarda for Melbourne Opera.\nDonizetti’s sumptuous Italian opera marks the company’s first production since their internationally acclaimed Ring Cycle Cultural Festival earlier this year. Long regarded as one of the most demanding bel canto roles\, Maria Stuarda traces the downfall of Mary Stuart at the hands of Elizabeth I. \nFresh from her triumphant Ring Cycle\, Suzanne Chaundy directs this revival of the second opera in her inspired portrayal of Donizetti’s Tudor Trilogy\, based on the lives of the three queens in England’s Tudor dynasty. The trilogy is widely considered to be some of the Italian composer’s best works\, both musically and dramatically. \nHelena Dix previously performed the most demanding role in the trilogy to great acclaim when she took on Elizabeth I in Melbourne Opera’s Roberto Devereaux (2017). She went on to cover the same role at New York’s Metropolitan Opera\, considered by many to be the world’s greatest opera house. \nA string of virtuoso arias and duets\, a famous confrontation scene and the moving execution scene are just some of the highlights of this great work. The Melbourne Opera Chorus and Orchestra are conducted by bel canto specialist Raymond Lawrence. \nMaria Stuarda credits\nConducted by bel canto specialist Raymond Lawrence\nDirected by Suzanne Chaundy\nHelena Dix as Maria Stuarda\nEleanor Greenwood as Elisabetta\nHenry Choo as Roberto\, Earl of Leicester\nChristopher Hillier as Talbot\nEddie Muliaumaseal’li as Cecil\nCaroline Vercoe as Anna \nSung in Italian with English surtitles. \n9\, 13\, 15\, 17 September 2023\nAthenaeum Theatre\, 188 Collins Street\, Melbourne 3000\nTickets available via Ticketmaster
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/melbourne-opera-presents-maria-stuarda/2023-09-15/
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SUMMARY:Melbourne Opera presents Maria Stuarda
DESCRIPTION:Acclaimed Melbourne soprano Helena Dix returns from an internationally broadcasted performance in the title role of Norma at New York’s Metropolitan Opera\, to make her debut as Maria Stuarda for Melbourne Opera.\nDonizetti’s sumptuous Italian opera marks the company’s first production since their internationally acclaimed Ring Cycle Cultural Festival earlier this year. Long regarded as one of the most demanding bel canto roles\, Maria Stuarda traces the downfall of Mary Stuart at the hands of Elizabeth I. \nFresh from her triumphant Ring Cycle\, Suzanne Chaundy directs this revival of the second opera in her inspired portrayal of Donizetti’s Tudor Trilogy\, based on the lives of the three queens in England’s Tudor dynasty. The trilogy is widely considered to be some of the Italian composer’s best works\, both musically and dramatically. \nHelena Dix previously performed the most demanding role in the trilogy to great acclaim when she took on Elizabeth I in Melbourne Opera’s Roberto Devereaux (2017). She went on to cover the same role at New York’s Metropolitan Opera\, considered by many to be the world’s greatest opera house. \nA string of virtuoso arias and duets\, a famous confrontation scene and the moving execution scene are just some of the highlights of this great work. The Melbourne Opera Chorus and Orchestra are conducted by bel canto specialist Raymond Lawrence. \nMaria Stuarda credits\nConducted by bel canto specialist Raymond Lawrence\nDirected by Suzanne Chaundy\nHelena Dix as Maria Stuarda\nEleanor Greenwood as Elisabetta\nHenry Choo as Roberto\, Earl of Leicester\nChristopher Hillier as Talbot\nEddie Muliaumaseal’li as Cecil\nCaroline Vercoe as Anna \nSung in Italian with English surtitles. \n9\, 13\, 15\, 17 September 2023\nAthenaeum Theatre\, 188 Collins Street\, Melbourne 3000\nTickets available via Ticketmaster
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/melbourne-opera-presents-maria-stuarda/2023-09-13/
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SUMMARY:Melbourne Opera presents Maria Stuarda
DESCRIPTION:Acclaimed Melbourne soprano Helena Dix returns from an internationally broadcasted performance in the title role of Norma at New York’s Metropolitan Opera\, to make her debut as Maria Stuarda for Melbourne Opera.\nDonizetti’s sumptuous Italian opera marks the company’s first production since their internationally acclaimed Ring Cycle Cultural Festival earlier this year. Long regarded as one of the most demanding bel canto roles\, Maria Stuarda traces the downfall of Mary Stuart at the hands of Elizabeth I. \nFresh from her triumphant Ring Cycle\, Suzanne Chaundy directs this revival of the second opera in her inspired portrayal of Donizetti’s Tudor Trilogy\, based on the lives of the three queens in England’s Tudor dynasty. The trilogy is widely considered to be some of the Italian composer’s best works\, both musically and dramatically. \nHelena Dix previously performed the most demanding role in the trilogy to great acclaim when she took on Elizabeth I in Melbourne Opera’s Roberto Devereaux (2017). She went on to cover the same role at New York’s Metropolitan Opera\, considered by many to be the world’s greatest opera house. \nA string of virtuoso arias and duets\, a famous confrontation scene and the moving execution scene are just some of the highlights of this great work. The Melbourne Opera Chorus and Orchestra are conducted by bel canto specialist Raymond Lawrence. \nMaria Stuarda credits\nConducted by bel canto specialist Raymond Lawrence\nDirected by Suzanne Chaundy\nHelena Dix as Maria Stuarda\nEleanor Greenwood as Elisabetta\nHenry Choo as Roberto\, Earl of Leicester\nChristopher Hillier as Talbot\nEddie Muliaumaseal’li as Cecil\nCaroline Vercoe as Anna \nSung in Italian with English surtitles. \n9\, 13\, 15\, 17 September 2023\nAthenaeum Theatre\, 188 Collins Street\, Melbourne 3000\nTickets available via Ticketmaster
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/melbourne-opera-presents-maria-stuarda/2023-09-09/
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SUMMARY:Melbourne Opera: Bel Canto Opera Spectacular
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin a superb line-up of Australia’s most renowned opera stars and the Melbourne Opera Orchestra on Mother’s Day and celebrate the 91st birthday of Lady Potter\, one of Australia’s most renowned and generous philanthropists and Founding Patron-in-Chief of Melbourne Opera. \nRenowned lyric soprano Lee Abrahmsen\, international tenor Shanul Sharma\, baritone Chris Hillier\, current Herald Sun Aria winner Georgia Wilkinson\, Naomi Flatman\, Stephen Marsh & Darcy Carroll will present a delightful concert of popular arias\, duets and ensembles by the masters of the bel canto tradition Bellini\, Rossini and Donizetti. Best loved highlights from Lucia di Lammermoor\, Norma\, The Barber of Seville\, The Daughter of the Regiment\, Roberto Devereux and William Tell -and some rarities -will ensure a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon of fine music and virtuosic singing. \nBook now for this special Mothers Day concert. And bring Mum… All remaining seats $59!
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/melbourne-opera-bel-canto-opera-spectacular/
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SUMMARY:SOPHIA KIRSANOVA AND AMIR FARID – RHAPSODY
DESCRIPTION:ARTISTS\nSophia Kirsanova – Violin \nAmir Farid – Piano \n\n\nPROGRAM\n\n\nJohannes Brahms – Violin Sonata No.3 in D minor\, op.108 \nJānis Ķepītis – The Girl \nJānis Ķepītis – Southern Sketches – Introduction\, Song of Ciccada\, Georgian Scherzo \nMaurice Ravel – Tzigane \n\n\n 
URL:https://classicmelbourne.com.au/event/sophia-kirsanova-and-amir-farid-rhapsody/
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