THE MAGIC FLUTE to Play Sydney Opera House
By: Tyler Peterson Dec. 16, 2015
From the creative talent that brought us The Lion King comes The Magic Flute - a fantastical theatrical adventure for audiences of all ages. Julie Taymor's wildly imaginative production returns in 2016 after hugely successful seasons in 2015, featuring whimsical stylised costumes and huge puppetry in a jaw- dropping show to entertain the child in us all. The Magic Flute plays at Sydney Opera House from 30 December 2015 to 16 January 2016.
With all its spectacle, action and humour, this is the perfect opera for all the family.
"Expect plenty of magic effects from start to finish with everything from a fire-breathing serpent to wiggling and dancing bears, and what's not to love about a tale of star-crossed lovers." The Daily Telegraph, 2014
From the moment our hero Tamino leaps on stage with a snake in pursuit, the show is a fast paced adventure with mystery and challenges to overcome. With startling costumes, sprightly stilt walkers, giant puppets and a modern English translation, the production literally brings a new dimension to Mozart's much-loved masterpiece.
"Taymor's conception and design is pure delight, awakening the magic of childhood and the spirit of popular pantomime... Huge creatures appear and vanish as in a dream, birds sweep and soar controlled by silent puppeteers..." The Sydney Morning Herald, 2014.
"The stage goes right into the audience...and from time to time puppet birds and other creatures seem to be flying right above our heads...dazzling." The Guardian (Australia), 2014
Artistic Director of Opera Australia, Lyndon Terracini says "I love this production by Julie Taymor and audiences do too as they keep coming to see it. I saw Rory McDonald conduct The Magic Flute in Copenhagen and I was so impressed I engaged him to conduct our 2016 production. It has a terrific cast. It's so exciting when you've got someone like Hannah Dahlenberg knocking out those high Fs in the Queen of the Night arias and Daniel Sumegi has the wonderful low notes so evident in our recent production of Don Carlos - he'll make an imposing Sarastro."
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