
Does anyone tell the story of a prince in crisis better than Shakespeare? Watch the theatrical adaptation of his famous work ‘Hamlet’ as an opera at the Joan Sutherland Theatre, in Sydney.
Why watch Hamlet
Why watch Hamlet
Brett Dean, Australia's most internationally recognized composer's evocative music with Shakespeare’s portrayal of a prince in crisis will stun the audience! He is best known for hits like Carlo, written for strings, sample, and tape, and inspired by the music of Renaissance maverick Carlo Gesualdo, as well as environmentally inspired pieces like Water Music and Pastoral Symphony. Watch Allan Clayton, make his Sydney Opera House debut, after being praised for his extraordinary performance at the Metropolitan Opera of New York and the Adelaide Festival to great acclaim. Let’s not forget Lorina Gore as Ophelia and an outstanding cast set to set the stage on fire. Directed by Neil Armfield, book your Hamlet Sydney tickets, playing at the Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House.
The story
This brilliantly orchestrated opera, infused with dramatic chorus scenes and intense vocal lines is a story about powerplay, secrets, revenge, and death. The story is about how Hamlet, the Prince of Denmark, played by Allan Clayton, discovers the truth about his father King Hamlet’s death, by his ghost. Watch how rage takes over the prince and how he sacrifices his love for Ophelia to seek revenge. Will Hamlet get what he was looking for? Get Hamlet Sydney tickets, playing in the Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House.
Great for
Drama | Opera lovers | Dark fantasy
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Know before you go
Know before you go
Show details
Genre: Opera
Opening Date: 20 July 2024
Closing Date: 9 August 2024
Theatre Name: Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House
Theatre Capacity: 1507
Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House
Theatre Facilities: Wheelchair accessibility, pram parking, escalators and elevators, cloakrooms, food and beverages
Dress Code: Smart casual
Cast & Crew
Direction
Neil Armfield
Music
Brett Dean
Musical Direction
Tim Anderson
Bob Scott
Original play
William Shakespeare
Additional Tips
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Keep in mind, that the theatre is air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly. Bring along a light jacket if needed.
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This production contains the depiction of violence.
My tickets
My tickets
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