Toiere
Operatic arias, te reo Māori and sublime vocal prowess blend together in this concert of treasured and popular waiata.
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The Monster in the Maze
In this exciting community opera directed by Anapela Polataivao ONZM (Red White and Brass, Wild Dogs Under My Skirt), the myth of the minotaur will be told as never before.
La bohème
In the depths of an Italian winter, with the sun slowly setting on the 19th century, Giacomo Puccini premiered his fourth opera at Turin’s Teatro Regio. Today, just shy of 130 years later, that work continues to stand alone.
Mansfield Park
Following its Aotearoa debut as part of our 2024 season, we’re thrilled to announce the return of the Waterperry Opera Festival production of Jonathan Dove and Alasdair Middleton’s cult favourite Austen adaptation, Mansfield Park; back for its first ever shows in Te Waipounamu.
Auckland Philharmonia’s Opera in Concert
King Marke has claimed Isolde, princess of a rival kingdom, as his bride. To escort her to his castle, he has sent his knight Tristan.
Red!
In 2024, the Auckland Philharmonia teams up with New Zealand Opera to add drama and song to the Summer School programme with Red!
Summer of Opera
Te taiopenga puoro Whakaari Summer of Opera A summer filled with music This summer season brings three special events. Opera in the Park returns for two performances in Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland, and Hamilton audiences get to attend a special concert as part of Hamilton Arts Festival.
Rigoletto
Join NZ Opera, a star-studded cast and a Fiat Bambina as Verdi steps into uncharted artistic territory, balancing character, drama and music in a way that sets new standards for Italian opera.
Le comte Ory
Come on a wild ride as we unveil Rossini’s comic opera masterpiece, presented for the first time by NZ Opera.