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Mozart’s profound and sublime Marriage of Figaro is set on the wedding day of Susanna and Figaro in the home of the Count and Countess Almaviva. What ensues is a crazy day full of twists and turns as the servants outwit the Count who has dishonourable intentions toward Susanna. Mix this in with a page boy crazy with hormones, a couple hell bent on revenge against Figaro, a nosy music master, a naughty schoolgirl, a drunk gardener, and a noble Countess who is much wronged and you have a comedy of intrigue, misunderstanding and transcendent forgiveness.
The Marriage of Figaro, sung in English, is being performed by members of the Richard Divall Programme, Melbourne Opera’s exceptional programme for emerging and developing opera singers. These two performances offer a sneak look at a performance usually staged in private clubs. Fully costumed in the style of Downton Abbey, directed by Suzanne Chaundy and with a chamber orchestra under the baton of Raymond Lawrence and Greg Hocking, this is a unique opportunity to see our future stars of opera in an intimate staging.
17 March 2024
Melbourne Opera - Richard Divall Emerging Artists Program
The closest parking is located in Flinders Lane - Wilson Parking (Flinders Gate). Evening parking can be pre-booked online through https://bookabay.wilsonparking.com.au/
Alternatively Council House Car Park in Royal Lane is located off Little Collins St
The main doors and box office open 90 mins prior to the start of each performance. The doors to enter the auditorium usually open 30 mins prior to the performance
Due to the nature of live performance, trying to find your way to your seat once a show has started can disrupt both the audience and the performers on stage. Therefore, most performances have a lockout period which restricts anybody from entering the auditorium until a suitable break in the performance.
Packaged foods and cold drinks purchased at any of our theatre bars can be taken into the auditorium during the performance.
Hot drinks, glass and unpackaged foods will not be admitted into the auditorium.
No, unfortunately not. Therefore we recommend that patrons do not bring bags larger than a regular sized handbag or small backpack to the theatre.
We have a small number of accessible seating available in the stalls - to book, please call the Box Office on 03 9650 1500
Please note there is no elevator access to the Dress Circle & Upper Circle
Online
www.ticketmaster.com.au
Telephone Ticket Sales
Theatre Booking Line - 03 9650 1500
Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm
In Person
The Box Office in the Athenaeum Theatre Main Foyer is open Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm and opens one and a half hours prior to all performances. “Door Sales” and collection of tickets at the Venue may be done then.
For ticketing inquires, please email: boxoffice@athenaeumtheatre.com.au
For venue hire inquires, please email: boxoffice@athenaeumtheatre.com.au
03 9650 1500
188 Collins Street, Melbourne, 3000.
No, interval drinks can not be pre-ordered.
If the performance or event that you were scheduled to attend is cancelled or postponed, we will be in touch at the earliest opportunity.
In the event of a cancellation, you will be given the option to either exchange your tickets to an alternative performance or the option for a full refund.
Should your event be rescheduled, your booking will automatically be valid for the new date and time. If you’re unable to attend, you will be given the option to either exchange your tickets to an alternative performance (if applicable), the option to receive a full refund.
There is no dress code. Casual attire is acceptable.
Running times for shows are available on the show information pages. Concerts & individual events may not be able to supply this information in advance.