Opera Queensland

Enormously proud of this beautiful production. Many years in the making it was well worth the wait. Huge congratulations to everyone involved in getting it to the stage, far too many to mention here. Thanks also to our production partners Yumpla Nerkep Foundation Limited, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) and Brisbane Festival. And to Arts Queensland and Creative Australia for their funding support throughout the development process.

NOW OPEN 💙💚🤍🖤 Straight from the Strait ignited the Playhouse Theatre with immense applause and joy last night! There are few words that capture the electric energy, so we’ll let these photos do the talking. Swipe to view some of our favourite moments. Must close this Saturday - limited tickets remain. Discover more via https://lnkd.in/g2xgfini Photography: Jade Ellis Photography

Joyful, inspiring, upbeat 💙 Brand new musical Straight from the Strait lands at Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC)'s Playhouse next Wednesday! Delve into the incredible true story of Torres Strait Islander workers who achieved a record breaking feat... Presented by Opera Queensland, Yumpla Nerkep Foundation and QPAC, in collaboration with Brisbane Festival. Video: PixelFrame

We're hiring! Opera Queensland is in search of a Wardrobe Assistant to join our dynamic wardrobe team. With an exciting line-up of productions in 2025, we're looking for someone who is passionate about bringing the magic of the stage to life through exceptional costume craftsmanship. As Wardrobe Assistant at Opera Queensland, your primary responsibility is to assist the Head of Wardrobe by providing administrative support, maintenance of wardrobe elements and supporting the wardrobe team at events and performances as required. Apply below. https://lnkd.in/gBpKKQvV

Adam Tucker has been announced as Executive Director of Opera Queensland.   Adam will work closely with the Board and Opera Queensland's CEO & Artistic Director, Patrick Nolan, to oversee delivery of the company's ambitious strategic plan.   Chair of Opera Queensland’s Board Linda Apelt celebrated Adam’s appointment, stating, “The Board acknowledges Adam’s thoughtful and strategic approach to business development and stakeholder engagement, and we look forward to working with Adam to continue building Opera Queensland’s reputation as a nationally recognised leading performing arts organisation.”   Patrick Nolan, CEO & Artistic Director of Opera Queensland, added, “It is with great joy that we welcome Adam to the role of Executive Director. Since joining the company Adam has embraced the many and various demands of ensuring our artists, creative workers and audiences are well looked after. I look forward to this new role providing him with opportunities to show his exceptional leadership skills in the national arena.”   Prior to joining Opera Queensland Adam enjoyed a celebrated career as a dancer in Australia and the UK, followed by fifteen years in arts administration, most recently as Executive Director of Camerata, before joining Opera Queensland in 2021 as Executive Producer.    Reflecting on his appointment, Mr Tucker stated, “Growing up in regional Queensland, I have a deep appreciation of the profound impact that the performing arts has on young people in geographically remote communities. I am excited by the important work of Opera Queensland across the state and look forward to supporting our company's bold vision of building vibrant communities connected through the power of song and telling Queensland stories nationally and internationally.” Read more via https://lnkd.in/g4-RFPt5

Yesterday marked the first day of rehearsals for our upcoming musical, Straight from the Strait! 💙 Presented by Opera Queensland, Yumpla Nerkep Foundation and Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), in association with Brisbane Festival, this world-first production is a joyous tribute to resilience and tradition. Stay tuned for more shots from our first day! 😊 28 - 31 August | Playhouse, QPAC Discover more via https://lnkd.in/g2xgfini Photography: Visual Poets Society

Five chances left to see this very beautiful reimagining of Dido and Aeneas, created by Opera Queensland in collaboration with Circa Contemporary Circus and Queensland Symphony Orchestra Bravo Yaron Lifschitz Benjamin Bayl Libby Mcdonnell Matthew Marshall Narelle French and all the artists and crew who have created this work.

Opera Queensland and Veracity are proud to announce a strategic partnership aimed at leveraging technology to enhance accessibility and community engagement in opera. “In these very complex digital times, it is reassuring to find an IT partner who is so attentive to detail.” – Patrick Nolan, CEO & Artistic Director of Opera Queensland. “We couldn’t be prouder to join Opera Queensland as a Major Partner and as their trusted technology partner on such a transformative business journey.” said Bill Owens, Managing Director of Veracity Business Solutions. Opera Queensland and Veracity aim to build on their shared commitment to innovation and community enrichment, creating new opportunities to engage audiences and expand access to the transformative power of opera. Read more via https://lnkd.in/gYpKAuY6 Pictured: Veracity Managing Director Bill Owens, Chair of Opera Queensland Linda Apelt and Opera Queensland CEO & Artistic Director Patrick Nolan

★★★★★ The reviews are coming in thick and fast for Dido and Aeneas! This five star production fusing opera and circus must close 27 July. Read the full review via https://lnkd.in/g7saT-EX Photography: David Kelly Circa Contemporary Circus

“Sublime, erotic, dangerous: Dido and Aeneas is 80 minutes of baroque astonishment” Read the full Brisbane Times ‘Dido and Aeneas’ review below! https://lnkd.in/g-4ggsjG