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Fantasy meets romance in a visually stunning Opera Australia production of Dvořák's Rusalka, a timeless tale of forbidden love and yearning.
Great for
Opera lovers | Fans of romantic fairy tales | Fantasy and mythical folktale enthusiasts
Rusalka offers a mesmerizing blend of Dvořák's rich, romantic music and a poignant narrative that delves into themes of love and transformation. The latest staging offers a rare opportunity to witness Nicole Car, one of Australia's most celebrated sopranos, two-time Helpmann Award winner, and ARIA Music Award nominee, in her role debut as Rusalka. The opera's score, which includes the famous Song to the Moon, Sarah Giles's visionary direction, and the collaborative effort of a highly talented creative team, promises a visually and musically stunning performance.
The story
In a serene, otherworldly forest, the water nymph Rusalka falls deeply in love with a human Prince. Yearning to join him in the human realm, she turns to the witch Ježibaba for assistance. As Rusalka transitions from her aquatic home to the complexities of human society, she faces unforeseen challenges that test the limits of her love and the sacrifices she's willing to make as she confronts the consequences of her choices.
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Show details
Genre: Opera
Audience: Suitable for all ages
Theater name: Joan Sutherland Theatre
Find the best seats in the house with the Joan Sutherland Theatre seating plan
Theater facilities: elevator, restrooms, bar, cloakroom, escalator, bag check
Theater accessibility: wheelchair spaces available, assistive listening devices, accessible restrooms, hearing assistance, wheelchair accessible, courtesy wheelchair
Dress code: Smart casual
Cast & crew
- Leading roles: Nicole Car as Rusalka, Gerard Schneider as the Prince, Warwick Fyfe as the Water King, Natalie Aroyan as the Duchess, and Ashlyn Tymms as Ježibaba
- Director: Sarah Giles
- Composer: Antonín Dvořák
- Conductor: Johannes Fritzsch
- Set designer: Charles Davis
- Lighting designer: Paul Jackson
- Costume designer: Renée Mulder
- Video designer & content creator: David Bergman
- Movement director & intimacy coordinator: Dr Lyndall Grant
Additional info
- This show is suitable for all ages. Children under the age of 15 years must be accompanied at all times by an adult with a ticket.
- The show is performed in Czech with English surtitles.
- Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!
- Most theatres are air-conditioned year-round, so it can get a bit chilly. Bring a light jacket just in case.
- You will receive an email with your Rusalka voucher. No need to print. Please carry a valid Photo Id for identification.
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