Hearing Handel's magnificent oratorio performed in mid-winter, rather than in the heat of an Australian Christmas, added to the magic.

The assured quality of Melbourne Bach Choir's performance belied the many pandemic-induced obstacles and sheer hard work it took to get there.

Tchaikovsky's final opera gets a clever and thoughtful reworking that gave Iolanta the chance to tell her own story.

Kanen Breen dazzles in a riotous production of Rameau’s comedy directed by Neil Armfield.

The West Australian Orchestra, conductor Asher Fisch and soloists Elena Perroni and Adrian Tamburini navigated Brahms' German Requiem beautifully.

The little company that could makes an impressive contribution to Melbourne’s merry month of Verdi.

When Melbourne Opera performs Macbeth next month audiences can see it live at the theatre, via a regular livestream or in 8K 3D via VR headsets.

Quickly adjusting its program because of COVID, Jessica Cottis conducted a starry performance, with music ranging from the majestic to the witty to the light-hearted.

Melbourne’s opera drought breaks with a multi-year Ring cycle’s bold start.

Adrian Tamburini leapt at the chance when Inventi Ensemble asked him to perform in online concerts for aged care homes – and the response from the residents has warmed his heart.

A rousing and triumphantly optimistic experience.

A modest yet mostly satisfying production of Beethoven’s only opera.