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Emotions on stage are matched by those rising from the pit as Sarah Giles' popular production returns to Sydney. 

Gorgeous sets and costumes aren't quite enough to make this La traviata revival sparkle.

The quality cast purred, but glorious roars are required to jolt audiences from placid enjoyment of Opera Australia’s gorgeous 24-year-old production of this Verdi classic.