A dark tale of power, vengeance, and sacrifice unfolds in Verdi’s iconic opera, perfect for drama lovers and classic opera fans in Australia.
Dalibor Jenis leads the cast with Kang Wang and Gemma Nha, conducted by Sesto Quatrini in his Opera Australia debut.
La Dolce Vita-era staging, a revolving dolls-house set, and a scene-stealing Fiat 500 elevate the experience.
Elijah Moshinsky’s celebrated production returns to the Joan Sutherland Theater for a limited season after acclaimed past runs. Book your Rigoletto Sydney tickets now!
Set among corrupt nobility and glittering decadence, jester Rigoletto serves a pleasure-seeking Duke while hiding his daughter, Gilda, from the world. When a nobleman curses him for his mockery, fate begins to turn. As deception deepens and loyalties fracture, love and vengeance entwine in deadly ways. What begins as secrecy soon spirals into a reckoning no one can escape…
Categories: Opera, Classic, Drama, Critics' choice
Audience: Suitable for all ages
Theater name: Joan Sutherland Theater
Find the best seats in the house with the Joan Sutherland Theater seating plan
Theater facilities: Restrooms, bar, cloakroom, restaurant, lounge, elevator
Theater accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, accessible restrooms, companion seating, hearing assistance, accessible parking spaces
Dress code: Smart casual
Leading roles: Dalibor Jenis as Rigoletto, Kang Wang as the Duke of Mantua, Gemma Nha as Gilda, Gennadi Dubinsky as Monterone, David Parkin as Sparafucile and Sian Sharp as Maddalena
Conductor: Sesto Quatrini
Director: Elijah Moshinsky
Set & costume designer: Michael Yeargan
Lighting designer: Robert Bryan
Revival director: Warwick Doddrell
This show is suitable for all ages. Children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied at all times.
Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!
Most theaters are air-conditioned year-round, so it can get a bit chilly. Bring a light jacket just in case.
Q: How much do the Rigoletto Sydney tickets cost?
A: Prices may change based on your choice of seats and show dates.
Q: Where is Rigoletto playing in Sydney?
A: The show is staged at the Joan Sutherland Theater, Sydney Opera House.
Q: How long does the performance run?
A: The opera runs for about 2 hours and 45 minutes, including one intermission.
Q: What’s the story about?
A: A court jester tries to protect his daughter from a powerful duke, but a curse sets tragedy in motion.
Q: Is the show suitable for children?
A: The opera is suitable for all ages. Children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied at all times.
Q: What language is the opera performed in?
A: Rigoletto is performed in Italian, with English surtitles displayed during the show.
This activity is non-refundable and cannot be cancelled. Variant-specific cancellation policies may apply.
