Oscar Tickets
About Oscar
Two monumental creative forces collide in the world premiere of Christopher Wheeldon’s Oscar©, a full-length production commissioned exclusively for The Australian Ballet. Known for his innovative, rich and awe-inspiring productions, Wheeldon returns to the company with the fascinating story of history’s famous humourist, Oscar Wilde.
Weaving the playwright’s personal experiences through his beloved stories and characters, Wheeldon brings Wilde’s biting wit and flamboyant style to the stage in a powerful production.
Brought up in Dublin, Wilde took the glamorous social circles of London's elite by storm. His fame was at its height when he was convicted and sent to prison in 1895 in an early instance of the ‘celebrity trial’. He was an extraordinary genius, whose work continues to inspire and delight 130 years later. His life, stories and sparkling turn of phrase lay the groundwork for Wheeldon’s visionary ballet.
The Australian Ballet last collaborated with Wheeldon on his award-winning musical, An American in Paris. His unique choreography makes him one of the most sought-after and highly regarded choreographers of his generation. Wheeldon will be joined by composer, Joby Talbot who wrote the score for Wheeldon's smash hit ballet, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland©, and set and costume designer Jean-Marc Puissant.
This story of an infamous dandy and his tales will be a sensational addition to our repertoire.
Oscar© has been funded by the generous donors of The David Hallberg Fund.
Start date
13th September, 2024
End date
24th September, 2024
Categories
Ballet, Classical
Age
Oscar© contains mature content and may not be suitable for young audiences.
Venue
Regent Theatre, Melbourne
Accessibility
Step-free and wheelchair access to the Stalls foyer and auditorium is available – please see a Front of House staff member at the front of the theatre for lift access. Please note: there is no lift access to the Dress Circle.
Directions
GETTING TO THE VENUE
BY TRAIN: Flinders Street station is approximately 350m from the Regent Theatre. All Metro lines leave from this station.
BY TRAM: The closest tram stops are Swanston Street – Stop 11 which is on Routes 1, 3, 5, 6, 16, 64, 67 & 72, and Collins Street – Stop 6 which is on routes 11, 12, 48 & 109. Both stops are level access stops.
BY TAXI: The nearest taxi rank is available at the Westin hotel, next door to the theatre.
BY CAR: The best spot for drop off and pick up is along Collins Street. There is metered and timed parking available. Please note directly out the front of the Regent Theatre is a No Parking zone, that can be utilised for drop off and pick-up.
More information about Oscar
“There’s no denying that any full-length creation by Christopher Wheeldon is an immense artistic moment. The story of Oscar Wilde and his tales exemplifies the bold storytelling that we aim for within this company.” - David Hallberg, Artistic Director of The Australian Ballet
Choreography: Christopher Wheeldon
Music: Joby Talbot
Set and costume design: Jean-Marc Puissant
Frequently asked questions
Which theatre is Oscar at?
Oscar is at Melbourne's Regent Theatre, Melbourne, which is located at 191 Collins Street, Melbourne, 3000.
How much are tickets for Oscar?
Oscar tickets start at $58.
What is the age recommendation for Oscar?
Oscar© contains mature content and may not be suitable for young audiences.
How do you get tickets for Oscar?
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