Iolanthe presented by Victorian Opera tickets
About Iolanthe
A sprinkling of fairy dust will brighten summer in St Kilda as Victorian Opera returns to the Palais Theatre with Gilbert and Sullivan’s enchanting comic operetta, Iolanthe.
Being a fairy has its perks, but fairy law is unforgiving. Twenty-five years ago, Iolanthe was banished from fairyland for marrying a mere mortal. When she is summoned to return, fairy magic collides with the British House of Lords… cue romance, rivalry and ridiculous misunderstandings.
Bringing her signature sparkle to the stage, Australia’s favourite leading lady Rhonda Burchmore stars as the Queen of the Fairies. Stephen Anderson, one of musical theatre’s most versatile performers, takes on the role of the Queen of the Fairies’ chief adversary: the pompous Lord Chancellor, a towering pillar of the English judiciary.
Following the sold-out success of The Pirates of Penzance (2026), Artistic Director Stuart Maunder and conductor James Pratt reunite for another irreverent Gilbert and Sullivan classic.
Delight in this farcical story of fairies and their foes!
Know before you go
Sung in English
Run time
2hr 20min. 1 Interval.
Venue
Categories
Start date
30th January, 2027
End date
3rd February, 2027
Venue
Palais Theatre
Accessibility
Entry is via the Lower Esplanade main entrance, with accessible, step-free access from the footpath to the Ground Level auditorium. The Stalls offer accessible seating in Rows A & W, plus lift access and an accessible toilet. Lift access is available to the Level 1 foyer, with access to the bars, Lounge Row D accessible seating and an accessible toilet.
Directions
BY TRAM: The nearest tram stop is a 1-minute walk from the venue: Stop 138 Luna Park / The Esplanade. Trams 16, 96 and 3a (weekends only).
BY BUS: Several bus routes stop within a short walk of the venue: 246, 600/922/923, 606 and 623.
BY TAXI: A designated taxi rank is located on Acland Street, near Carlisle Street.
BY CAR: Nearby parking includes St Kilda Triangle (1 min), Luna Park (3 min), St Kilda Sea Baths (5 min), Acland Street Shops (6 min), Marine Parade (7 min), Acland Court (8 min), Jackson Street (9 min) and Metropol (14 min). Most parking in St Kilda, including on-street parking, is paid. Please check signage and parking hours, and note that weekends can be particularly busy.
More information about Iolanthe
Composer: Arthur Sullivan
Librettist: W.S. Gilbert
Conductor: James Pratt
Director: Stuart Maunder
Set and Costume Designer: Simone Romaniuk
Chorographer & Assistant Director: Anna Tsirigotis
CAST:
The Queen of the Fairies: Rhonda Burchmore
Lord Chancellor: Stephen Anderson
Strephon: Alexander Lewis
Phyllis: Rachael Joyce
Iolanthe: Margaret Trubiano
Lord Mountararat: Jeremy Kleeman
Lord Tolloller: Douglas Kelly
Private Willis: Kiran Rajasingam
Celia: Alessia Pintabona
Leila: Aylish Ryan
Performed with: Orchestra Victoria
Upcoming performances
Frequently asked questions
What is the running time of Iolanthe?
Iolanthe runs for 2hr 20min. 1 Interval.
Which theatre is Iolanthe at?
Iolanthe is at St Kilda's Palais Theatre, which is located at Lower Esplanade, St Kilda, 3182.
How much are tickets for Iolanthe?
Iolanthe tickets start at $44.
How do you get tickets for Iolanthe?
Check the top of this page for current availability on Iolanthe tickets on TodayTix.
How long is Iolanthe on for?
Tickets for Iolanthe are available through 3 February 2027 — check the calendar for the latest availability.
Is Iolanthe accessible?
Entry is via the Lower Esplanade main entrance, with accessible, step-free access from the footpath to the Ground Level auditorium. The Stalls offer accessible seating in Rows A & W, plus lift access and an accessible toilet. Lift access is available to the Level 1 foyer, with access to the bars, Lounge Row D accessible seating and an accessible toilet.
