ITALIAN Opera is filled with popular and well loved highlights which have stood the test of time and remain the most beloved items in the classical repertoire.
In this rousing afternoon, the acclaimed 40 piece Melbourne Opera Orchestra conducted by and introduced by Greg Hocking AM will perform the most popular operatic arias, duets and ensembles. Featuring stars from the opera, this concert will transport you to eras gone by and famous characters of the best known Italian operas.
Highlights of the programme include from Verdi’s La Traviata the famous Drinking Song (Libiamo) and of course many of the most romantic arias by Puccini including One Fine day from Madame Butterfly.
Melbourne Opera’s Italian Opera Gala is an event not to be missed.
Sunday 24 March, 4pm, Frankston Arts Centre.
Tickets from $51 – $59 at thefac.com.au
Presented by: Melbourne Opera
First published in the Mornington News – 12 March 2019
