Experience one of the greatest operas ever written, Verdi’s “La Traviata,” in one of the most beautiful settings in the world – Sydney Harbour. For the first time and for three weeks only, “La Traviata” will be presented on a purpose-built floating stage on the shimmering waters of Sydney Harbour.
“La Traviata” is one of the most frequently performed operas in the world, and part of its popular appeal is the sheer beauty of its famous tunes. It is a captivating story of a glamorous courtesan with a passion for life and excess, who gives up the only man she has ever loved to save his family’s reputation. The opera is performed in Italian; subtitles in English will be projected onto a screen below the stage.
Never before performed in such a fabulous setting, this spectacular production of one of the most famous operas in the world – La Traviata – features a 30-foot (9-meter) chandelier, special lighting and effects, fireworks, and a full chorus and orchestra. Presented on a purpose-built floating stage on Sydney Harbour, with the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge as a backdrop, this is a musical performance you won't forget.
Available for three weeks only from March 24 to April 15, 2012, La Traviata is perfect for first-time opera-goers and seasoned opera lovers alike.
Schedule details
Opera on Sydney Habour
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Departure Point:
Botanical Gardens - Mrs Macquarie's ChairGates open at 5.00pm
Opera commences at 7.30pm
Pricing information
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Tour options:
Premium seating including a a souvenir program and interval drinks in the exclusive Platinum Lounge. Gates open 5pm with Opera starting at 7.30pm
Additional information
Opera on Sydney Habour
Inclusions:
- Platinum ticket includes interval drinks and program
- Premium ticket includes a program
Exclusions:
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information:
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Infants and children at all adult pricing
- Wheelchair seating is available and must be requested at time of booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- This is an outdoor event there is no undercover seating
- Latecomers will not be admitted until a suitable break in the performance
- No mobile phones or recording devices to be used during performance
- Only food and beverages purchased at the venue permitted
Itinerary:
About the StoryAct 1
Violetta returns to Paris after a year's absence and throws a grand party to mark her return under the protection of Baron Douphol. Flora, a rival courtesan, enters with the Marquis Gaston and his friend Alfredo, who has adored Violetta from afar and begs Gaston to introduce them. An orchestra strikes up in the ballroom and the guests go to dance. Violetta has a fainting spell, and Alfredo stays behind to confess his love.
Act 2
Violetta and Alfredo are living together in a house she has rented on the outskirts of Paris. When Alfredo discovers that Violetta is pawning her jewelry to pay the rent, he goes to Paris to ask for money from his father. Violetta meets Alfredo’s father who persuades Violetta to give up her relationship with his son; she agrees and writes a note to Alfredo breaking off their affair. Alfredo sees an invitation from Flora inviting Violetta to a gambling party. When given Violetta's note breaking off their romance, he suspects Violetta has left him for another lover.
Alfredo enters the party, making bitter comments about love, and gambles recklessly. Violetta arrives on the arm of Baron Douphol, who challenges Alfredo to a game of cards and loses a small fortune to him. As everyone goes to supper, Violetta, fearful of the Baron’s anger, asks Alfredo to leave. Consumed by jealousy, Alfredo humiliates Violetta by hurling his winnings at her feet. As the party guests look on, Baron Douphol challenges him to a duel.
Act 3
Paris is celebrating Mardi Gras, and Violetta is in her bedroom suffering from tuberculosis with not long to live. She reads a letter from Alfredo's father telling of the duel between the Baron Douphol and Alfredo. Alfredo returns just in time to beg forgiveness, and the lovers plan to leave Paris forever. Violetta, feeling her life has returned, staggers towards Alfredo only to fall dead at his feet.
Performance times are strictly adhered to:
Acts 1 and 2 – 7:30pm to 9:05pm
Interval is 30 minutes
Act 3 – 9:40pm to 10:10pm
Terms and Conditions:
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