Performer: Roberto Aronica

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.

Strong singing but a stellar orchestra and staging make for a riveting production at the Kennedy Center. 

An impressive performance of Verdi's masterpiece Un ballo in maschera based on of the original libretto.