The Merry Widow at Sydney Opera House Tickets
About The Merry Widow
Sway, smile and swoon your way through Opera Australia's delicious production of The Merry Widow.
It’s an opulent party, all glitz and glamour and Parisian charm. It’s an old-fashioned romance, flirty and funny and fabulous. It’s a Viennese waltz and you know all the steps.
The Merry Widow is a “shimmering all-singing, all-dancing Broadway-style show”(The Sydney Morning Herald), a frothy comedy packed with familiar waltzes and tuneful melodies. From the sumptuous Art Deco era costumes to the glamourous, geometric sets, the show is “visually stunning …sometimes you simply don’t know where to look” (The Sydney Morning Herald).
New Zealand-born international opera star Emma Pearson and beloved Australian soprano Julie Lea Goodwin share the role of Hanna, bringing their own unique energies to the iconic role. They’re supported by Alexander Lewis, returning with his acclaimed portrayal of Danilo, and Alexandra Flood, a dazzling Australian singer making waves internationally.
Graeme Murphy brings his signature brand of lively choreography and deft direction to the dance-packed score.
Run time
2hr 55min. Inc. 2 interval.
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Start date
8th July, 2026
End date
18th August, 2026
Venue
Joan Sutherland Theatre | Sydney Opera House
Accessibility
Complete access information for all Sydney Opera House theatres may be found here
There are a number of wheelchair and companion seating locations in all theatres. To book accessible seating contact Box Office on +61 2 9250 7777
Directions
GETTING TO THE VENUE:
BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT: The Sydney Opera House is a six-minute walk to Circular Quay which is regularly served by public buses, trains and ferries to Circular Quay.
BY BICYCLE: Bicycle parking is located beneath the Monumental Steps.
BY CAR: Wilson Parking owns and operates the public Sydney Opera House Car Park, which is located at 2 Macquarie Street (Northern end). The car park is open 24 hours, 7 days a week, and has undercover access to the Sydney Opera House Lower Concourse.
Further information of getting to the Sydney Opera House can be found here.
More information about The Merry Widow
Conductor: Vanessa Scammell
Director & Choreographer: Graeme Murphy AO
Creative Associate: Janet Vernon AM
Set Designer: Michael Scott-Mitchell
Costume Designer: Jennifer Irwin
Lighting Designer: Damien Cooper
Assistant Choreographer: Naomi Hibberd
English Translation:: Justin Fleming
CAST
Hanna Glavari: Emma Pearson (8–26 Jul), Julie Lea Goodwin (31 Jul–18 Aug)
Danilo Danilovich: Alexander Lewis
Baron Mirko Zeta: David Whitney (8–26 Jul), Andrew Moran (31 Jul–18 Aug)
Valencienne: Alexandra Flood
Camille de Rosillon: John Longmuir (8–26 Jul), Virgilio Marino (31 Jul–18 Aug)
Njegus: Benjamin Rasheed
Alexis Kromov: Richard Anderson
Dominik Bogdanovich: Alexander Hargreaves
Sylviane: Jane Ede
Raoul de St. Brioche: Iain Henderson
Olga Kromov: Helen Sherman
Konrad Pritschich: Tom Hamilton
Praskovia: Dominica Matthews
Opera Australia Orchestra
Opera Australia Chorus
Frequently asked questions
What is the running time of The Merry Widow ?
The Merry Widow runs for 2hr 55min. Inc. 2 interval.
Which theatre is The Merry Widow at?
The Merry Widow is at Sydney's Joan Sutherland Theatre | Sydney Opera House, which is located at Bennelong Point, Sydney, 2000.
How much are tickets for The Merry Widow ?
The Merry Widow tickets start at $94.
How do you get tickets for The Merry Widow ?
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