The dramatic plot and evocative musical score of Manuel de Falla’s Spanish opera La Vida Breve balances the sharp humor and melodic wit of Puccini’s Gianni Schicchi.
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"In short, this was a totally delightful evening, a near-triumph for Adelaide’s resident opera company."
"The rare double bill of Spanish opera La Vida Breve and Puccini’s popular Gianni Schicchi delivers an enriching night’s entertainment that balances tragedy and comedy, sensitivity and irony"
"Two classy, contrasting performances in one night."
We are very excited that rehearsals of our co-production of La Traviata with Opera Queensland and West Australian Opera started in Brisbane! Read more about the creative development with director Sarah Giles. ... See MoreSee Less
It's soooo cold! 🥶 How about snuggling on the couch and watching Boheme on the beach? It's available for free on SBS on Demand and it's sure to warm your heart! ... See MoreSee Less
Christmas Eve - Rodolfo, a poet, and Marcello, a painter, are freezing in their studio. Colline and Schaunard arrive bringing wine. Benoit, the landlord, arrives demanding the rent.
A stunning location, two award-winning performers, an intriguing program featuring Liszt's music and Petrarch's sonnets. Can you think of a more perfect plan for a winter afternoon?
Only a handful of tickets left to see Konstantin Shamray and Fiona McArdle in recital at Ukaria Cultura Centre! ➡️ bit.ly/3OvpKRS... See MoreSee Less
Did you know that La Traviata was inspired by a book, inspired by a real person? Marie Duplessis was the most fashionable and glamourous courtesan in Paris and died of consumption in 1847. Among her many lovers, writer Alexandre Dumas fils, who made her immortal in La Dame aux Camelies, and composer Franz Liszt. ... See MoreSee Less
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