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Nature goes hi-tech: Opera Australia’s Siegfried a triumph for Vinke

Stefan Vinke (Siegfried) and Lise Lindstrom (Brünnhilde) © Wallis Media
The tireless Stefan Vinke wows in the title role of Opera Australia's Siegfried, in a production which harnesses technology to excellent effect.
****1
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Phoenixes and magic fire: Opera Australia's Die Walküre is a hit

Dominica Matthews, Deborah Humble, Jennifer Black, Mariana Hong and Agnes Sarkis (Valkyries) © Wallis Media
The second part of Opera Australia's Ring Cycle sees digital effects employed with greater restraint, delivering a production that is by turns moving and thrilling. 
****1
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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.
***11
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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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Treasure in the rubble: Jonas Kaufman makes Australian stage debut

Star tenor Jonas Kaufmann sings the title role in Olivier Py's dour and symbolism-heavy Lohengrin, set in post-war Berlin.
****1
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A triumph in miniature: Bluebeard's Castle at Opera Australia

Role and production debuts in no way diminished the psychological impact of this intense hour with Bartók and Balázs.
****1
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