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Opera returns to State Theatre with Wagner gala

The national opera company is returning to its traditional Melbourne venue, now known as the Ian Potter State Theatre, after a break of more than four years.

AAP · Oct 15

After a huge and costly glow-up, the largest stage in the southern hemisphere is ready for play

Two and a half years since closing its doors, Melbourne’s renamed Ian Potter State Theatre is back. Don’t be fooled by the fact that it, kind of, looks the same

The Guardian - AU · Oct 1

Pirates Ahoy! Opera returns with new chiefs at the helm

Opera Australia's 2027 season features the company's first new production of Tannhäuser in three decades, the Pirates of Penzance, and a steampunk Magic Flute.

AAP · Aug 12

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AAP · May 20

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AAP · May 20

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AAP · May 20

NSW:Opera Australia $10m turnaround a result to sing about

Australia's biggest performing arts company Opera Australia has staged a major financial turnaround, returning to profit in 2025.

AAP · May 20

Opera Australia $10m turnaround a result to sing about

Australia's biggest performing arts company Opera Australia has staged a major financial turnaround, returning to profit in 2025.

AAP · May 20

Award-winning Aussie literary figure David Malouf dies

One of Australia's most celebrated literary figures, David Malouf, who published multiple prize-winning works, has passed away at the age of 92.

AAP · Apr 23