National Opera presents
The Merry Widow
23 Aug 24
The Q
All Ages
Franz Lehár‘s famed operetta!
Overview
Dates
23-25 August 2024
Times
2pm & 7pm
Venue
The Q
Running time
135 minutes, incl. 20 minute interval
Tickets
$45 – $80
Concession tickets must show ID
Description
Classification
Step into the dazzling world of high society in the shimmering streets of Paris, where love, laughter, and a touch of mischief collide in Franz Lehár’s timeless masterpiece, The Merry Widow!
Amidst the opulent ballrooms and champagne-soaked soirées, the charming and vivacious widow, Hanna Glawari, finds herself at the centre of attention. With her vast fortune up for grabs, suitors swarm like bees to honey, each vying for her hand and her wealth. But beware, for where there’s wealth, there’s also mischief afoot!
Enter Count Danilo, the dashing playboy with a heart of gold and a mischievous twinkle in his eye. Despite their undeniable chemistry, a tangled web of pride, misunderstandings, and social intrigue threatens to keep these two star-crossed lovers apart. Will they succumb to the whims of high society, or will love triumph in the end?
Filled with enchanting tunes, toe-tapping waltzes, and sparkling dialogue, The Merry Widow is an effervescent romp that will leave you laughing, swooning, and humming unforgettable melodies long after the final curtain falls. So grab your dancing shoes and join the talented company of The National Opera for a night of romance, laughter, and high-spirited revelry!