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‘Like seeing fireworks for the first time’: Why you should take your kids to the opera
From booming proclamations of passion to tragic wails, opera doesn’t go for subtlety. As composer Peter Rutherford explains, opera’s big voices and unfiltered feelings are some of the reasons the artform is the perfect medium for children.
‘The most joyous things’: Relaxed performances benefit the entire theatre community
Typical theatre etiquette flies out the window during Relaxed performances.
5 questions with Jonathan Dove: composer of Mansfield Park
Jonathan Dove is the acclaimed composer behind our charming production of Mansfield Park, a chamber opera adapted from Jane Austen's beloved novel. We asked him five questions ahead of our remaining performances.
‘The top of the pops of opera’: 3 reasons The Lyrebird’s Voice is unmissable
Have you ever felt like you didn’t belong? As though you had to imitate others to fit in, even if it felt against your nature?
Geraldene Morrow: 81 years in showbusiness and still singing
We look back on the illustrious career of Follies star and theatre legend Geraldene Morrow.
Follies: a show for the ages
Our production of Follies at the Palais Theatre opened and closed to sold-out audiences, roaring standing ovations and critical acclaim.
‘Haunted, beautiful and full of exquisite pain and wonder’: Stuart Maunder on Follies
Victorian Opera's Artistic Director Stuart Maunder AM reflects on Stephen Sondheim and James Goldman's musical masterpiece Follies ahead of our performance in February.
Meet our 2025 Opera Prize Winners
Victorian Opera’s support for emerging artists is a core part of our ethos.
Roger Kirk: ‘Follies is probably a designer’s dream’
Ahead of Follies in February, we spoke to Tony Award-winning set and costume designer Roger Kirk about his long and revered career, and his advice for aspiring designers.
Our favourite Follies’ cast from the past
From Imelda Staunton to Carol Burnett, Follies has seen some of the biggest names in showbusiness perform its powerful hits. We've picked our favourites.
