The Elixir of Love at Sydney Opera House tickets
About The Elixir of Love
Nemorino is too bashful to ask the bright, beautiful Adina out, but when a handsome young soldier catches her eye, he decides it’s time to make his move. After buying some liquid courage (that’s right, the elixir of love) and stumbling through a series of hilarious mishaps, the story ends with a happy couple. But who?
Donizetti’s sparkling opera is a love letter to high notes and high jinks, and Australian theatre royalty Simon Phillips leans into the laughs in this much-loved production. A set made entirely from corrugated iron (complete with corrugated mountains, sheep, power lines and chickens) is offset by Gabriela Tylesova’s gorgeous painterly costumes, coming together to form an iconic artist’s impression of outback Australia in 1915.
Know before you go
Performed in Italian with English surtitles.
Run time
2hr 20min. Incl. 1 Interval.
Categories
Start date
29th January, 2027
End date
12th March, 2027
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 The Elixir of Love
Conductor: Danila Grassi
Director: Simon Phillips
Set Designer: Michael Scott-Mitchell
Costume Designer: Gabriela Tylesova
Lighting Designer: Nick Schlieper
CAST
Adina: Stacey Alleaume
Nemorino: John Longmuir
Belcore: Simon Meadows (Except 12 Feb & 12 Mar)
Belcore: Leon Vitogiannis (12 Feb & 12 Mar)
Dulcamara: Pietro Spagnoli
Giannetta: Eden Shifroni
Opera Australia Orchestra
Opera Australia Chorus
Frequently asked questions
What is the running time of The Elixir of Love?
The Elixir of Love runs for 2hr 20min. Incl. 1 Interval.
Which theatre is The Elixir of Love at?
The Elixir of Love is at Sydney's Joan Sutherland Theatre | Sydney Opera House, which is located at Bennelong Point, Sydney, 2000.
How much are tickets for The Elixir of Love?
The Elixir of Love tickets start at $84.
How do you get tickets for The Elixir of Love?
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How long is The Elixir of Love on for?
Tickets for The Elixir of Love are available through 12 March 2027 — check the calendar for the latest availability.
Is The Elixir of Love accessible?
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.
