Opera

Faust at Sydney Opera House

A timeless opera of temptation and redemption, featuring Gounod’s stirring music and dramatic staging, returns to Sydney for a strictly limited run.

Gounod’s Faust is a legendary opera inspired by Goethe’s classic tale, blending romance, temptation, and tragedy for opera lovers and newcomers alike.

The production has dazzled audiences worldwide, earning acclaim for its lush score and has featured in the repertoires of major opera houses for over a century.

Expect grand sets, evocative costumes, and the unforgettable “Soldiers’ Chorus.” Book Faust Sydney tickets for a night of soaring arias and dramatic spectacle.

Playing at the Joan Sutherland Theatre, this high-demand production brings together world-class voices and innovative staging for a truly memorable evening.

The story

In 19th-century France, the aging scholar Faust, disillusioned with life, makes a fateful pact with the devilish Méphistophélès. Promised youth and pleasure, Faust is swept into a whirlwind of love, desire, and moral conflict as he pursues the innocent Marguerite. As temptation and consequences collide, the stakes rise—will Faust find redemption, or is his soul lost forever?

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Show details

Categories: Opera, Classic, Drama, Critics' Choice

Audience: Suitable for all ages

Theater name: Joan Sutherland Theatre

Find the best seats in the house with the Joan Sutherland Theatre seating plan

Facilities: Bar, restaurant, cloakroom, restrooms, lounge, elevator

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, accessible toilets, accessible seats, ramp, assistive listening devices

Cast & crew

Leading roles: Stefan Pop as Faust, Siobhan Stagg as Marguerite, Rafał Siwek as Méphistophélès, Andrew Finden as Valentin, Emily Edmonds as Siébel, Sian Sharp as Marthe and Jake Lyle as Wagner

Conductor: Nikolas Nägele

Director: Sir David McVicar

Set Designer: Charles Edwards

Costume Designer: Brigitte Reiffenstuel

Lighting Designer: Paule Constable

Choreographer: Michael Keegan-Dolan

Additional info

This show is suitable for all ages. Children aged 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Content warning: The opera contains mature dramatic themes including temptation, seduction, damnation, and tragedy, as well as strobe lighting effects.

Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!

Frequently asked questions about Faust at Sydney Opera House

Q: How much do Faust at Sydney Opera House tickets cost?

A: Prices may change based on your choice of seats and show dates.

Q: Where is Faust playing in Sydney?

A: The opera is playing at the Joan Sutherland Theatre at the Sydney Opera House.

Q: How long does the performance run?

A: The show lasts for about 3 hours 20 minutes, including one interval.

Q: What is Faust at Sydney Opera House about?

A: Faust, an aging scholar, makes a pact with the devil for youth and pleasure, leading to romance, tragedy, and a battle for his soul.

Q: Is the show suitable for children?

A: There’s no strict age limit, it's recommended for all ages. Parental discretion is advised due to mature themes.

Q: What are some of the popular songs in Faust at Sydney Opera House?

A: Highlights include the “Soldiers’ Chorus,” “Salut! demeure chaste et pure,” and “Le veau d’or.”

Q: Is Faust performed in English?

A: No, the opera is performed in French with English surtitles provided.

Q: Are there any content warnings for Faust?

A: The production contains strobe lighting effects and is suitable for all ages, but children must be accompanied.

Q: What should I do if I can no longer attend?

A: Contact the Box Office as soon as possible if you are unable to attend your booked performance.

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