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Wagner on big screens: Opera Australia’s Rheingold is a mixed bag

Daniel Sumegi (Wotan) © Wallis Media
The opening Opera Australia's much-delayed Ring cycle contains wonderful visuals, and a standout performance from Warwick Fyfe as Alberich, but also moments of bafflement and excess.
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Sex, seagulls and sails: Opera Australia's Carmen on Cockatoo Island

Roberto Aronica (Don José) and Carmen Topicu (Carmen) © Prudence Upton
Sydney may possess the most iconic opera house in the world, but Opera Australia ventured outdoors once more for a successful rock 'n' roll-themed Carmen on Cockatoo Island, with a stage positioned at water's edge.
****1
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Elijah Moshinsky's chocolate box Traviata is back Opera Australia

Irina Lungu (Violetta) © Prudence Upton
Gorgeous sets and costumes aren't quite enough to make this La traviata revival sparkle.
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Iconic Turandot production returns to Opera Australia

Graeme Murphy's legendary staging of Puccini's final opera remains a vital combination of strong storytelling and visual panache.
****1
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