Hansel & Gretel at Sydney Opera House tickets
About Hansel & Gretel
Deep in the dark woods, Hansel and Gretel are hungry and looking for home. Just when it all seems hopeless, they stumble upon a spun-sugar house and an eccentric woman, who’s not as sweet as she seems. Will the plucky siblings outwit the wicked witch?
This whimsical production is a classic from acclaimed director Elijah Moshinsky, with plenty of humour and heart to balance the dark undertones of the Grimms’ fairytale. Familiar characters roam a surreal storybook world, with larger-than-life sets and costumes by Mark Thompson. An all-star Australian cast features Margaret Plummer and Stacey Alleaume as the clever kids. Jane Ede is a delight in the role of the witch with Helen Sherman and Andrew Moran as the youngsters’ parents.
Tahu Matheson conducts Humperdinck’s magical score, which is filled with German folk tunes and luscious orchestration. Performed in English, Hansel & Gretel is an enchanting first opera for newcomers, and a nostalgic treat for opera fans.
Run time
2hr 5min. Incl. 1 interval.
Categories
Start date
27th January, 2026
End date
28th February, 2026
Venue
Joan Sutherland Theatre | Sydney Opera House
Accessibility
Step-free access with lifts and wheelchair seating, accessible bathrooms across multiple levels, assistive listening, captioned and audio-described performances, and registered service animals are welcome throughout the Sydney Opera House.
Directions
BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT: The Sydney Opera House is short six-minute walk from Circular Quay, with frequent trains, buses and ferries. An accessible shuttle also operates between Circular Quay and the venue for those who require assistance.
BY BICYCLE: Bike parking is available beneath the Monumental Steps.
BY CAR: Parking is available at Wilson Parking Sydney Opera House Car Park, open 24/7 with undercover access to the Lower Concourse. Accessible parking spaces are also available on site.
More information about Hansel & Gretel
Conductor: Tahu Matheson
Director: Elijah Moshinsky
Set & Costume Designer: Mark Thompson
Lighting Designer: Nigel Levings
Revival Director: Claudia Osborne
CAST
Hansel: Margaret Plummer
Gretel: Stacey Alleaume
Gertrude: Helen Sherman
Peter: Andrew Moran
The Witch: Jane Ede
Dew Fairy: Kathryn Williams
Sandman: Shikara Ringdahl
Opera Australia Orchestra
Tickets
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