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Be swept away by The Fairy Queen – a kaleidoscopic adventure of sheer musical delight.
Pinchgut Opera, Australia’s most dynamic and daring opera company, presents a bold new reimagining of Henry Purcell’s enchanting masterpiece. Filled with some of the most exquisite and uplifting Baroque music ever written, this curious and captivating opera takes you on a journey through love in all its beauty and guises.
Visionary UK director Netia Jones makes her highly anticipated Pinchgut debut, bringing her inspired theatrical innovations to this bold new production. From toe-tapping dances to soul-stirring laments and rousing choruses, Purcell’s music offers a rich and colourful landscape that has captivated audiences for centuries.
Experience live performance at its finest with a standout cast featuring award-winning soprano Cathy-Di Zhang (La bohème, Médée) and multiple Helpmann Award winner Kanen Breen (Siegfried and Roy, Platée), alongside the brilliant Orchestra of the Antipodes on period instruments – led by one of the world’s leading Baroque specialists, Australia’s own Erin Helyard.
Don’t miss Pinchgut Opera’s dazzling new event in Sydney and be spellbound from start to finish.
3hr. Incl. Interval.
7th June, 2025
14th June, 2025
Wheelchair seats are available in the Roslyn Packer Theatre. There is level access from the main entrance into the theatre. Please contact the box office via (02) 9250 1777 to discuss your requirements prior to booking.
GETTING TO THE VENUE
BY BUS: Bus routes 324 and 325 stop outside the theatre.
BY TRAIN: Circular Quay and Wynyard are the closest stations, and the theatre is approximately 15 minutes walk away.
BY METRO: Barangaroo is the closest station, approximately a 6 minute walk to the theatre.
BY CAR: Limited on-street parking is available outside Roslyn Packer Theatre on Hickson Road. Make sure you arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the performance starting time as it can take more than 10 minutes to park, get to the theatre and be seated in time.
Conductor: Erin Helyard
Director and Designer: Netia Jones
Movement Director/Assistant Director: Shannon Burns
Video Design by: Netia Jones and Lightmap Studio
Lighting Designer: Matthew Marshall
Composer: Henry Purcell (1659–1695)
Artists: Cathy-Di Zhang, Morgan Balfour, Eden Shifroni, Anna Fraser, Olivia Payne, Keara Donohoe, Kanen Breen, Louis Hurley, Sebastian Maclaine, Andrew O’Connor, Nicholas Dinopoulos and Anthony Mackey
With: Orchestra of the Antipodes
Pinchgut Opera's The Fairy Queen runs for 3hr. Incl. Interval.
Pinchgut Opera's The Fairy Queen is at Sydney's Roslyn Packer Theatre - Sydney, which is located at 22 Hickson Road, Walsh Bay, Sydney, 2000.
Pinchgut Opera's The Fairy Queen tickets start at $106.
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