West Australian Opera

Western Australia’s State Opera Company since 1967. Resident of His Majesty’s Theatre.

[Limelight @LimelightArtsAu]

“So much consideration and thought has gone into every note. I’m not sure I’ve got another opera in me, but I’m really proud of this work.”

@WAOpera is set to premiere the second (and maybe last) Noongar language opera by Gina Williams and Guy Ghouse.
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[Limelight @LimelightArtsAu]

Told long before Shakespeare's, an ancient Noongar tale about two star-crossed lovers is about to receive its operatic adaption with @WAOpera at @perthfest.
Its director Matt Reuben James Ward talks about bridging the mythic past to the present day.
https://t.co/0wL2IkiZiP

[West Australian Opera @WAOpera]

“At its heart, it’s a love story, but it’s a love story in many forms."

Gina Williams chatted to @LimelightArtsAu about her latest opera with Guy Ghouse, WUNDIG WER WILURA.

#WAO2024 #WAO #WAOWundigWerWilura

[West Australian Opera @WAOpera]

We want to hear you sing! 🎶

Join WAO's Wesfarmers Arts Singing Classes for an 8-week introduction to the joy of singing as part of a group!

📅 16 October - 4 December
#WAO #WAO2023

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[West Australian Opera @WAOpera]

“I was overwhelmed at the great honour from one of our greatest universities,” Chard recounts on first hearing the news.

The @westaustralian highlights Executive Director Carolyn Chard AM's Honorary Doctorate from #UWA @uwanews.

https://t.co/NITtCU7udM

[West Australian Opera @WAOpera]

Take a bow! Congratulations to every person on stage, behind the scenes, and in the pit on an incredible season of OTELLO!

Thank you to everyone who joined WAO for this powerhouse production.

📸 Dylan Alcock

#WAO2023 #WAO #WAOOtello #Verdi

[West Australian Opera @WAOpera]

Limited availability for tonight's final OTELLO. Be quick to secure the last tickets!

🎟️ https://t.co/OsgO1hYFGw
📸 Dylan Alcock

#WAO2023 #WAO #WAOOtello #Verdi

[West Australian Opera @WAOpera]

"Soprano Naomi Johns captures the purity and pathos of Desdemona." - @westaustralian

Don't miss your chance to experience this moving production of OTELLO!

🎟️ https://t.co/OsgO1hYFGw
📸 Dylan Alcock

#WAO2023 #WAO #WAOOtello #Verdi

[West Australian Opera @WAOpera]

Three more chances to experience this powerhouse production of OTELLO!

🎟️ https://t.co/OsgO1hYFGw
📸 Dylan Alcock

#WAO2023 #WAO #WAOOtello #Verdi

[West Australian Opera @WAOpera]

"We’re watching a masterpiece unfold in real time — watching operas like these is for me, what it would feel like to watch da Vinci paint the Mona Lisa.”

Chris van Tuinen reflects on OTELLO in the @westaustralian.

#WAO2023 #WAO #WAOOtello

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[West Australian Opera @WAOpera]

"Superlative performances." - @SeesawMag

#WAO2023 #WAOOtello

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[West Australian Opera @WAOpera]

"A constellation of stars illuminate the dark tale of Verdi’s Otello" - @westaustralian

#WAO2023 #WAOOtello

https://t.co/9H1katcWfw

[West Australian Opera @WAOpera]

"The vocal prowess from every performer was breathtaking, and a mesmerising feat to watch." - @scenestr

#WAO2023 #WAOOtello

https://t.co/GMEbfc1z6G

[West Australian Opera @WAOpera]

"This is a show not to be missed..."

Miranda Summers reflects on reviving OTELLO and her deeply personal connection to this acclaimed production.

#WAO2023 #WAO #WAOOtello

https://t.co/FT8cMxwxsn

[West Australian Opera @WAOpera]

Tension and heart-breaking drama share the stage in this acclaimed production of OTELLO.

Your epic night at the opera awaits!

📆 20 - 29 July | His Majesty's Theatre, Perth
🎟️ https://t.co/OsgO1hYFGw

#WAO2023 #WAO #WAOOtello #Verdi

[West Australian Opera @WAOpera]

Speaking with the @westaustralian rising star tenor Nicolas Jones reflects on becoming a Principal Artist with @operadeparis.

Don't miss his West Australian Opera debut in OTELLO!

#WAO2023 #WAO #WAOOtello

https://t.co/olGW42JOPs

[West Australian Opera @WAOpera]

Witness an epic masterpiece filled with spectacular music and explosive drama.

OTELLO | His Majesty's Theatre, Perth from 20 - 29 July.

🎟️ https://t.co/OsgO1hYFGw
📸 Prudence Upton

#WAO2023 #WAO #WAOOtello #Verdi

[West Australian Opera @WAOpera]

Busy in rehearsals for OTELLO, Artistic Director and conductor Chris van Tuinen discusses why the opera is one of Verdi's greatest works.

Check out WAO's latest blog to learn more.

#WAO2023 #WAO #WAOOtello #Opera

https://t.co/JIUfG7k7gX

[West Australian Opera @WAOpera]

Experience a thrilling night at His Majesty's Theatre as WAO presents OTELLO from 20 - 29 July.

Based on Shakespeare’s famous play, witness an epic masterpiece bursting with rich storytelling, spectacular music, and explosive drama.

#WAO2023 #WAOOtello

https://t.co/QQYLqiUSqG

[West Australian Opera @WAOpera]

"The production gives the singers such license to really sing the truth of their characters without detracting from the drama.”

#WAO2023 #WAOOtello #Magazine6000

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