Opera

Opera Australia’s La Boheme – A sumptuous treat for the eyes and the ears

When watching Gale Edwards’ La Boheme, I can’t help feeling that Opera Australia is bound to drag out this production…

13 years ago

Salome, delightfully debauched

Richard Strauss must have been delighted with himself in creating the opera Salome. Controversial, shocking and lust-laden, I can imagine…

14 years ago

Musical Monopoly: Allans Music and Billy Hyde bought by AMI/Gallin’s Music

In September this year, Allans Music & Billy Hyde announced it would be closing its doors, sending shockwaves throughout the…

14 years ago

Opera Australia: Emma Matthews’ marvellous madness

The enduring popularity of Donizetti’s Lucia di Lammermoor can perhaps be compared to childbirth: the beautiful music and emotional power…

14 years ago

Opera Australia sublime again

I had not seen Madama Butterfly by Puccini prior to last night. Nonetheless, to those friends of mine who were…

14 years ago

Youth Subscription: Opera Australia’s $60 tickets for under 30s

Opera Australia's full priced opera tickets go for up to $280 a pop, so it's no wonder the art form…

14 years ago

Spotlight on Kelley Abbey: Salome’s Dance of the Seven Veils

AussieTheatre's Ben Neutze caught up with choreographic legend Kelley Abbey at the final dress rehearsal of her opera debut -…

14 years ago

Melbourne Festival: After Life

There's still an odd belief that capital A Arty Farty festivals should open with an opera. Opera is grand and…

14 years ago

That’s Showbiz, kid: 2012 Helpmann Awards a great night out

The Helpmann Awards are over for another year, and for those not fortunate enough to see the event live at…

14 years ago