May
19
1:30 PM13:30
Soprano Cathy-Di Zhang will focus on vocal technique in opera, and best practice for role preparation.
Jul
12
to Sep 3
Opera Australia National Tour (NSW, VIC, ACT, TAS)
MUSETTA in La bohème - G. Puccini
New touring production for Opera Australia
12th of July - 3rd of September
Cast & Creative
Conductor: Simon Bruckard
Director: Dean Bryant
Set & Costume Design: Isabel Hudson
Lighting Designer: Damien Cooper
Orchestral Reduction: Richard Gill
Mimi: Danita Weatherstone, Maia Andrews
Rodolfo: John Longmuir, Nick Kirkup
Musetta: Cathy-Di Zhang, Jane Magão
Marcello: Andrew Williams, Benjamin Del Borrello
Colline: Shane Lowrencev, Eddie Muliaumaseali'i
Schaunard: Michael Lampard, Daniel Ott
Benoit/Alcindoro: Eugene Raggio
MORE INFO HERE ON THE OPERA AUSTRALIA WEBSITE
Nov
10
1:00 PM13:00
State Opera South Australia - Recital Series
Passionate Puccini
Ukaria Cultural Centre (Adelaide, SA)
More info and tickets here
LOVERS, BUTTERFLIES AND SLEEPLESS NIGHTS
Celebrate the works of Puccini in the 100-year anniversary of his death, with two of Australia’s finest operatic stars. Puccini remains most celebrated opera composer of the romantic era, his work renowned for its exquisite storytelling, memorable melodies, and thrilling showcase of the human voice. Join tenor Paul O’Neill and soprano Cathy-Di Zhang, accompanied by State Opera’s Head of Music Anthony Hunt, to explore the legacy and romance of the great Giacomo Puccini.
Generously supported by The Consulate of Italy in South Australia
Nov
10
3:30 PM15:30
State Opera South Australia - Recital Series
Passionate Puccini
Ukaria Cultural Centre (Adelaide, SA)
More info and tickets here
LOVERS, BUTTERFLIES AND SLEEPLESS NIGHTS
Celebrate the works of Puccini in the 100-year anniversary of his death, with two of Australia’s finest operatic stars. Puccini remains most celebrated opera composer of the romantic era, his work renowned for its exquisite storytelling, memorable melodies, and thrilling showcase of the human voice. Join tenor Paul O’Neill and soprano Cathy-Di Zhang, accompanied by State Opera’s Head of Music Anthony Hunt, to explore the legacy and romance of the great Giacomo Puccini.
Generously supported by The Consulate of Italy in South Australia
Apr
14
6:00 PM18:00
Perth Symphonic Chorus - St Matthew Passion
Well known for annual Christmas performances of Handel’s Messiah and other choral works, Perth Symphonic Chorus presents Bach’s immortal St Matthew Passion for the first time in its nearly 30-year history.
ARTISTS
Teddy Tahu Rhodes Christus
John Longmuir The Evangelist
Cathy-Di Zhang soprano
Fiona Campbell alto
Paul O'Neill tenor
Jake Bigwood bass
James Pratt conductor
Featured ensemble
Robert Hofmann, Noah Humich, James Pinneri, Beth Redwood, Audrey Lombardi, Euan MacMillan, Olivia Ferguson and Jessica Taylor
Perth Symphonic Chorus
Perth Baroque Orchestra
Mar
1
10:45 PM22:45
Opera Up Late - Back by Popular Demand!
Opera’s greatest late-night party returns for Mardi Gras, hosted by Reuben Kaye.
More info and tickets here
You asked for it, and now you’ve got it: Opera Up Late is back in all its decadent, hilarious, so-wrong-it’s-right glory!
Join your host, international comedy and cabaret star Reuben Kaye, as he throws open the doors to Australia’s most famous cultural icon – the Sydney Opera House – for a late-night celebration for the ages.
One of the hits of 2023’s Sydney WorldPride, Opera Up Late is a wild ride through the world of opera with a decidedly queer lens. With re-imagined opera hits, musical theatre classics and a few pop numbers along the way, this is the perfect chance for newbies to pop their operatic cherries and regulars to reacquaint themselves with a great love.
Award-winning director Shaun Rennie corrals a cast of fabulous singers on the historic Joan Sutherland Theatre stage for a night of big laughs and even bigger voices.
Dress up (or down), climb the Opera House’s iconic steps, grab a drink and take your seats as we hit the highest of high notes.
Cast & Creative
Host: Reuben Kaye
Director: Shaun Rennie
Music Director & Pianist: Paul Fitzsimon
Feb
17
7:30 PM19:30
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra - Chinese New Year
Welcome the Year of the Dragon with soprano Cathy-Di Zhang and the MSO performing evocative selections by Qiufeng and Puccini, conducted by Xu Zhong.
After making an impressive Opera Australia debut conducting Don Giovanni in 2020, Xu Zhong returns to make his MSO debut conducting this program featuring Dvořák's New World symphony – voted #1 in the ABC Classic 100!
Join us for one of 2024’s cultural highlights in a program that blends Chinese and Western masterworks to celebrate cross-cultural connections through music.
Jan
31
7:30 PM19:30
Opera Australia’s Orpheus & Eurydice (Gluck)
Orpheus & Eurydice - Gluck
Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House
More info and tickets here
Opera Australia and Sydney Festival present Opera Queensland’s production of Orpheus & Eurydice in association with Circa.
Cast & Creative
Conductor: Dane Lam
Director: Yaron Lifschitz
Associate Director: Heather Fairbairn
Orfeo: Christophe Dumaux
Euridice/Amore: Cathy-Di Zhang
Opera Australia Chorus
Opera Australia Orchestra
Jan
27
7:30 PM19:30
Opera Australia’s Orpheus & Eurydice (Gluck)
Orpheus & Eurydice - Gluck
Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House
More info and tickets here
Opera Australia and Sydney Festival present Opera Queensland’s production of Orpheus & Eurydice in association with Circa.
Cast & Creative
Conductor: Dane Lam
Director: Yaron Lifschitz
Associate Director: Heather Fairbairn
Orfeo: Christophe Dumaux
Euridice/Amore: Cathy-Di Zhang
Opera Australia Chorus
Opera Australia Orchestra
Jan
25
7:30 PM19:30
Opera Australia’s Orpheus & Eurydice (Gluck)
Orpheus & Eurydice - Gluck
Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House
More info and tickets here
Opera Australia and Sydney Festival present Opera Queensland’s production of Orpheus & Eurydice in association with Circa.
Cast & Creative
Conductor: Dane Lam
Director: Yaron Lifschitz
Associate Director: Heather Fairbairn
Orfeo: Christophe Dumaux
Euridice/Amore: Cathy-Di Zhang
Opera Australia Chorus
Opera Australia Orchestra
Jan
23
7:30 PM19:30
Opera Australia’s Orpheus & Eurydice (Gluck)
Orpheus & Eurydice - Gluck
Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House
More info and tickets here
Opera Australia and Sydney Festival present Opera Queensland’s production of Orpheus & Eurydice in association with Circa.
Cast & Creative
Conductor: Dane Lam
Director: Yaron Lifschitz
Associate Director: Heather Fairbairn
Orfeo: Christophe Dumaux
Euridice/Amore: Cathy-Di Zhang
Opera Australia Chorus
Opera Australia Orchestra
Jan
20
7:30 PM19:30
Opera Australia’s Orpheus & Eurydice (Gluck)
Orpheus & Eurydice - Gluck
Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House
More info and tickets here
Opera Australia and Sydney Festival present Opera Queensland’s production of Orpheus & Eurydice in association with Circa.
Cast & Creative
Conductor: Dane Lam
Director: Yaron Lifschitz
Associate Director: Heather Fairbairn
Orfeo: Christophe Dumaux
Euridice/Amore: Cathy-Di Zhang
Opera Australia Chorus
Opera Australia Orchestra
Jan
18
7:30 PM19:30
Opera Australia’s Orpheus & Eurydice (Gluck)
Orpheus & Eurydice - Gluck
Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House
More info and tickets here
Opera Australia and Sydney Festival present Opera Queensland’s production of Orpheus & Eurydice in association with Circa.
Cast & Creative
Conductor: Dane Lam
Director: Yaron Lifschitz
Associate Director: Heather Fairbairn
Orfeo: Christophe Dumaux
Euridice/Amore: Cathy-Di Zhang
Opera Australia Chorus
Opera Australia Orchestra
Jan
16
7:30 PM19:30
Opera Australia’s Orpheus & Eurydice (Gluck)
Orpheus & Eurydice - Gluck
Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House
More info and tickets here
Opera Australia and Sydney Festival present Opera Queensland’s production of Orpheus & Eurydice in association with Circa.
Cast & Creative
Conductor: Dane Lam
Director: Yaron Lifschitz
Associate Director: Heather Fairbairn
Orfeo: Christophe Dumaux
Euridice/Amore: Cathy-Di Zhang
Opera Australia Chorus
Opera Australia Orchestra
Jan
12
7:30 PM19:30
Opera Australia’s Orpheus & Eurydice (Gluck)
Orpheus & Eurydice - Gluck
Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House
More info and tickets here
Opera Australia and Sydney Festival present Opera Queensland’s production of Orpheus & Eurydice in association with Circa.
Cast & Creative
Conductor: Dane Lam
Director: Yaron Lifschitz
Associate Director: Heather Fairbairn
Orfeo: Christophe Dumaux
Euridice/Amore: Cathy-Di Zhang
Opera Australia Chorus
Opera Australia Orchestra
Dec
31
to Jan 1
New Years' Eve at Bennelong
NYE at Bennelong
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at The Table, an intimate dining space for your guests. With a menu by Peter Gilmore, paired wines, Champagne, and spectacular performances by Cathy-Di Zhang and John Longmuir, the stage is set for an unforgettable night.
Sep
14
7:00 PM19:00
Pinchgut Opera - Pleasures of Versailles (Charpentier)
Pleasures of Versailles - Charpentier
Melbourne Recital Centre, VIC
More info and tickets here
Cast & Creative
Conductor: Erin Helyard
Movement Director: Shannon Burns
Designer: Melanie Liertz
Singers: Cathy-Di Zhang, Sofia Troncoso, Hannah Fraser, Michael Petruccelli, David Greco
Orchestra: Orchestra of the Antipodes
Sep
10
5:00 PM17:00
Pinchgut Opera - Pleasures of Versailles (Charpentier)
Pleasures of Versailles - Charpentier
City Recital Hall, Sydney
More info and tickets here
Cast & Creative
Conductor: Erin Helyard
Movement Director: Shannon Burns
Designer: Melanie Liertz
Singers: Cathy-Di Zhang, Sofia Troncoso, Hannah Fraser, Michael Petruccelli, David Greco
Orchestra: Orchestra of the Antipodes
Sep
9
2:00 PM14:00
Pinchgut Opera - Pleasures of Versailles (Charpentier)
Pleasures of Versailles - Charpentier
City Recital Hall, Sydney
More info and tickets here
Cast & Creative
Conductor: Erin Helyard
Movement Director: Shannon Burns
Designer: Melanie Liertz
Singers: Cathy-Di Zhang, Sofia Troncoso, Hannah Fraser, Michael Petruccelli, David Greco
Orchestra: Orchestra of the Antipodes
Jun
3
4:00 PM16:00
Australia Chamber Orchestra at UKARIA (Adelaide)
Wanderers of the Night
Ukaria Cultural Centre (Adelaide, SA)
More info and tickets here
A program exploring the hours from twilight to dawn, with music by Bach, Osvaldo Golijov, Richard Strauss, Haydn and more. Featuring soprano soloist Cathy-Di Zhang
May
6
7:30 PM19:30
ZHU YINGTAI in Richard Mills’ The Butterfly Lovers (Singapore)
Wild Rice Theatre and Victorian Opera
Victoria Theatre, Singapore
More info and tickets here
Zhu Yingtai: Cathy-Di Zhang
Liang Shanbo: Meili Li
Father/Zhu: Haotian Qi
Librettist: Joel Tan
Conductor: Richard Mills
Director: Ivan Heng
Featuring: Ensemble
May
5
7:30 PM19:30
ZHU YINGTAI in Richard Mills’ The Butterfly Lovers (Singapore)
Wild Rice Theatre and Victorian Opera
Victoria Theatre, Singapore
More info and tickets here
Zhu Yingtai: Cathy-Di Zhang
Liang Shanbo: Meili Li
Father/Zhu: Haotian Qi
Librettist: Joel Tan
Conductor: Richard Mills
Director: Ivan Heng
Featuring: Ensemble
May
4
7:30 PM19:30
ZHU YINGTAI in Richard Mills’ The Butterfly Lovers (Singapore)
Wild Rice Theatre and Victorian Opera
Victoria Theatre, Singapore
More info and tickets here
Zhu Yingtai: Cathy-Di Zhang
Liang Shanbo: Meili Li
Father/Zhu: Haotian Qi
Librettist: Joel Tan
Conductor: Richard Mills
Director: Ivan Heng
Featuring: Ensemble
May
3
7:30 PM19:30
ZHU YINGTAI in Richard Mills’ The Butterfly Lovers (Singapore)
Wild Rice Theatre and Victorian Opera
Victoria Theatre, Singapore
More info and tickets here
Zhu Yingtai: Cathy-Di Zhang
Liang Shanbo: Meili Li
Father/Zhu: Haotian Qi
Librettist: Joel Tan
Conductor: Richard Mills
Director: Ivan Heng
Featuring: Ensemble
Mar
21
6:00 PM18:00
Salon After D'Arc with Erin Helyard - State Library Victoria
Salon After D’Arc with Erin Helyard
State Library Victoria
More info and tickets here
Our inaugural Salon will be an evening of exquisite performances of music from the baroque era, and vibrant conversations with Dr Erin Helyard, Artistic Director and co-founder of the celebrated Pinchgut Opera, and soprano Cathy-Di Zhang. Joining us to host the evening and facilitate unforgettable conversations and connections will be renowned writer, presenter and singer Sian Prior.
Feb
25
6:00 PM18:00
Mossvale Opera (VIC) - POSTPONED
Mossvale Park
More info and tickets here
The fabulous bass baritone Teddy Tahu Rhodes and the exciting soprano Cathy-Di Zhang accompanied by the irrepressible Guy Noble headline this concert of classics supported by two of Australia's up and coming opera talents in beautiful Mossvale Park.
In the twilight of a late summer's day, patrons will have the opportunity to picnic surrounded by century old trees either on what they bring themselves or what they might purchase from the food and beverage providers who will be there on the day.
All audience seats are ticketed as allocated seating.
A paid bus service will run from Meeniyan and Leongatha for those who wish to book it.
Feb
23
to Feb 24
Opera Up Late
Opera Australia in Association with Sydney WorldPride
Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House
More info and tickets here
Celebrate Sydney WorldPride with a night of queer romance, drag and music, hosted by Reuben Kaye.
We’re throwing open the doors to Australia’s most famous cultural icon — the Sydney Opera House — for a late night celebration for the ages.
Join your host, international cabaret star and opera lover Reuben Kaye, on a wild journey through the world of opera.
With re-imagined opera hits, a distinctively Australian flavour, and a few musical theatre and pop numbers along the way, this is no regular night at the opera.
Performed in the historic Joan Sutherland Theatre, this is the best way to experience the Opera House at Sydney WorldPride. Award-winning director Shaun Rennie corrals a group of fabulous opera singers and special guests, who’ll be sure to get the party started for seasoned opera lovers and total newbies alike.
Dress up (or down), climb the Opera House’s iconic steps, grab a drink and take your seats as we hit the high notes for Sydney WorldPride.
Cast & Creative
Host: Reuben Kaye
Director: Shaun Rennie
Music Director & Pianist: Paul Fitzsimon
Singers: Cathy-Di Zhang, Annie Aitken, Thomas Dalton, Angela Hogan, Benjamin Rasheed
Feb
18
to Feb 19
Opera Up Late
Opera Australia in Association with Sydney WorldPride
Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House
More info and tickets here
Celebrate Sydney WorldPride with a night of queer romance, drag and music, hosted by Reuben Kaye.
We’re throwing open the doors to Australia’s most famous cultural icon — the Sydney Opera House — for a late night celebration for the ages.
Join your host, international cabaret star and opera lover Reuben Kaye, on a wild journey through the world of opera.
With re-imagined opera hits, a distinctively Australian flavour, and a few musical theatre and pop numbers along the way, this is no regular night at the opera.
Performed in the historic Joan Sutherland Theatre, this is the best way to experience the Opera House at Sydney WorldPride. Award-winning director Shaun Rennie corrals a group of fabulous opera singers and special guests, who’ll be sure to get the party started for seasoned opera lovers and total newbies alike.
Dress up (or down), climb the Opera House’s iconic steps, grab a drink and take your seats as we hit the high notes for Sydney WorldPride.
Cast & Creative
Host: Reuben Kaye
Director: Shaun Rennie
Music Director & Pianist: Paul Fitzsimon
Singers: Cathy-Di Zhang, Annie Aitken, Thomas Dalton, Angela Hogan, Benjamin Rasheed
Feb
17
7:00 PM19:00
ZERLINA in Opera Australia’s Don Giovanni (Mozart)
Don Giovanni - Mozart
Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House
More info and tickets here
Cast & Creative
Conductor: Guillaume Tourniaire, Paul Fitzsimon
Director: David McVicar
Revival Director: Warwick Doddrell
Don Giovanni: Andrei Kymach
Leporello: Yuri Kissin
Donna Anna: Sophie Salvesani, Celeste Lazarenko
Donna Elvira: Bronwyn Douglas, Jane Ede
Don Ottavio: Juan De Dios Mateos
Zerlina: Cathy-Di Zhang
Commendatore: David Parkin
Chorus: Opera Australia Chorus
Orchestra: Opera Australia Orchestra
Feb
10
8:00 PM20:00
Willoughby Symphony Orchestra - East meets West Concert
Sydney Town Hall
The Lunar New Year Concert 2023 is an evening of the orchestral concert to celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year.
George Ellis, one of Australia's most talented conductors and composers will lead the extraordinary Willoughby Symphony Orchestra together with the selected Australian Chinese soloists including popular soprano Cathy-Di Zhang, baritone Haotian Qi, Peking opera singer Yan Wu, Erhu Tuqiang Zhang and the Sydney Chinese Music Ensemble. This all-star cast brings you remarkable and immersive live music experience of authentic classics from East and West such as Spring Festival Overturn, a joyful exuberant piece composed by Huanzhi Li, Tchaikovsky Nutcracker Suite ‘Trepak’, and a line-up of other enchanting classics and representative eastern and western works. They will highlight the concert with its grand returns with a perfect festival ambiance to the audiences.
Feb
9
7:00 PM19:00
ZERLINA in Opera Australia’s Don Giovanni (Mozart)
Don Giovanni - Mozart
Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House
More info and tickets here
Cast & Creative
Conductor: Guillaume Tourniaire, Paul Fitzsimon
Director: David McVicar
Revival Director: Warwick Doddrell
Don Giovanni: Andrei Kymach
Leporello: Yuri Kissin
Donna Anna: Sophie Salvesani, Celeste Lazarenko
Donna Elvira: Bronwyn Douglas, Jane Ede
Don Ottavio: Juan De Dios Mateos
Zerlina: Cathy-Di Zhang
Commendatore: David Parkin
Chorus: Opera Australia Chorus
Orchestra: Opera Australia Orchestra
Feb
2
7:00 PM19:00
ZERLINA in Opera Australia’s Don Giovanni (Mozart)
Don Giovanni - Mozart
Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House
More info and tickets here
Cast & Creative
Conductor: Guillaume Tourniaire, Paul Fitzsimon
Director: David McVicar
Revival Director: Warwick Doddrell
Don Giovanni: Andrei Kymach
Leporello: Yuri Kissin
Donna Anna: Sophie Salvesani, Celeste Lazarenko
Donna Elvira: Bronwyn Douglas, Jane Ede
Don Ottavio: Juan De Dios Mateos
Zerlina: Cathy-Di Zhang
Commendatore: David Parkin
Chorus: Opera Australia Chorus
Orchestra: Opera Australia Orchestra
Jan
29
6:00 PM18:00
Symphony in the Park - East meets West Concert - Chatswood Oval
The Lunar New Year Concert 2023 is an evening of the orchestral concert to celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year.
George Ellis, one of Australia's most talented conductors and composers will lead the extraordinary Willoughby Symphony Orchestra together with the selected Australian Chinese soloists including popular soprano Cathy-Di Zhang, baritone Haotian Qi, Peking opera singer Yan Wu, Erhu Tuqiang Zhang and the Sydney Chinese Music Ensemble. This all-star cast brings you remarkable and immersive live music experience of authentic classics from East and West such as Spring Festival Overturn, a joyful exuberant piece composed by Huanzhi Li, Tchaikovsky Nutcracker Suite ‘Trepak’, and a line-up of other enchanting classics and representative eastern and western works. They will highlight the concert with its grand returns with a perfect festival ambiance to the audiences.
Jan
28
7:00 PM19:00