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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.
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.
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.
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.
Come on a wild ride as we unveil Rossini’s comic opera masterpiece, presented for the first time by NZ Opera.