A magical fairytale opera for the whole family. Pacific Opera's annual production is showcases the best emerging opera stars in the country in a production that is fresh and engaging. Fully staged with ensemble orchestra.
The Chief Justice of New South Wales cordially invites all music lovers in the community to an evening of music in the Banco Court on Monday 18th October 2010. An annually sold out event in a unique setting.
A rare gem, Golden Vale will be opened to the public once again to host Pacific Opera in a picnic concert. Come and spend an afternoon exploring the grounds of this wonderful property and enjoy Pacific Opera’s glorious young voices.
We invite you to join Pacific Opera for a very special treat: a sparkling harbourside walk followed by a Continental Breakfast and an exclusive performance of opera highlights by our Telstra Wholesale Young Artists.
Pacific Opera is committed to developing talent, and that includes composers. Each year we will seek out those composers who have a gift of writing for the classically trained voice.
If you’re aged between 16 and 25, The Cumberland Newspapers group and Pacific Opera offers you the opportunity to become an art critic by participating in the annual Pacific Opera Young Critics Award.
Some past events
Thursday February 25th at 6:30pm S.H Ervin Gallery, National Trust, Observatory Hill. Presentation of the 2009 Vocal Writing Prize to composer Benjamin Loomes with a performance of the winning work.
"Your presence requested this evening,
It's formal, a top hat, a white tie and tails"
Nothing now could take the wind out of my sails
Because I'm invited to step out this evening
With top hat, white tie and tails.
Come and enjoy an evening of Music, Theatre and Opera in a lovely garden setting. On the 27th February this non profit event aims to raise funds for some very important charities.
Two concerts in the unique setting of the Chapel at St. Clement's Monastery in Galong, NSW. Do something special on the Anzac Day weekend, hear Australia's most talented emerging opera stars in this beautiful and tranquil setting.
The Rotary Club of Galston in conjunction with Pacific Opera is proud to bring you Opera by the Lake. Bring the family and your picnic to beautiful Fagan Park in Galston to hear the glorious sounds of opera. A musical treat for the whole family
A live broadcast featuring Pacific Opera Telstra Wholesale Young Artists Naomi Johns, Katie Connor and Michael Butchard with guest James Roser.
Saturday 14th November 2009 3:00pm to 6:00pm
The grounds of a rare gem, Golden Vale, will be opened to the public for the first time to host Pacific Opera in a picnic concert.
The Chief Justice of New South Wales cordially invites all music lovers in the community to an evening of music in the Banco Court on Monday 19th October 2009.
A live broadcast featuring Pacific Opera Telstra Wholesale Young Artists Eva Kong and Anna Yun, accompanied by Estella Roche with guest artist flautist Christine Draeger.
All your opera questions answered! Presented by Luise Napier and Julia de Plater on piano. SUNDAY 19th JULY, 2009
We chose La sonnambula for our first season at Glen Street Theatre because it is so good for young voices, because it is truly beautiful, full of gorgeous melody and music, and because it hasn’t been done in Australia since 1965 and deserves to be heard.
Pacific Opera combines with the exciting chamber choir Bel a cappella and a 20 piece orchestra to present our annual concert at The Independent.
THE BARBER OF SEVILLE CAST
Douglas McRae
as Figaro
Martin Buckingham
as Al Maviva
James Roser
as Dr.
On Sunday June 25th, budding opera stars Catherine Bouchier, Harriet Marshall, Julia Malczewski, Sharon Zhai, Margaret Plummer, Martin Buckingham, David Corcoran, Chris Hillier and Rohan Thatcher wowed the capacity audience at the Independent Theatre, Nth.
2005 Season
Independent Theatre season October 13th 7.30pm, 15th 7.30pm, 18th 6.30pm, 20th 7.30pm, 22nd 2.30pm (matinee) Independent Theat
In September 2004, Engelbert Humperdinck’s fairytale opera Hansel and Gretel was performed, to critical acclaim at the Independent Theatre.