Utzon Music Series
Ian Bostridge
**Please Note: This event has been cancelled**
Ian Bostridge is one of the greatest voices of his generation and a profound interpreter of German song. He brings the poetry of Schumann’s cycles to intense, vivid life.
In the Utzon Room
Pre-sale and on-sale information
Multipacks
On sale 9am, Tuesday 4 December.
Single Tickets
Pre-sale timings:
- Insider Member Priority – 9am, Tuesday 8 January.
- What’s On e-newsletter pre-sale – 9am, Wednesday 9 January.
General public on sale 9am, Friday 11 January.
Two performances on Sunday 15 & Monday 16 September 2019.
Sunday, 15 September 2019 at 3pm
Monday, 16 September 2019 at 7pm
Standard tickets from $109 + $8.50 Booking Fee per transaction
| Ticket | Unreserved Seating |
|---|---|
| Standard |
$109 |
| Under 30 | $35 |
| Insiders (Saver 20% on this performance) |
$87 |
| Subscription (Purchase 3+ events and save) |
$87 |
Prices correct at the time of publication and subject to change without notice. Exact prices will be displayed with seat selection. Children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied at all times.
The authorised ticket agency for this event is Sydney Opera House. For more information about Authorised Agencies, see the FAQ below.
This show runs for approximately 90 mins with no interval.
Should ticket holders arrive late, they will be let in at an appropriate moment.
Event duration is a guide only and may be subject to change.
In English | Audio loop available & wheelchair accessible | No language barrier
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Suitable for all ages
Children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied at all times. Children aged 0-23 months at the time of a performance may be seated on a parent’s lap free of charge. All children occupying a seat or aged 2 years of age must hold a valid ticket.
“Very special lieder singing"
The Guardian
The poetic tenor
Tenor Ian Bostridge’s distinctively beautiful voice and disarming, direct communication with audiences has made him one of the most revered singers of his generation. His intense interpretations of Romantic song are indispensable, and his many Grammy-nominated recordings are now classics. He has portrayed iconic roles in operas old and new, and collaborated with the world’s greatest orchestras, conductors and soloists from the classical and jazz worlds. To round out his already considerable achievements he’s also an award-winning author. Bostridge revisits his heartland, German lieder – the mercurially emotive song cycles of Robert Schumann, stories of love and longing, where the stakes are nothing less than life and death. Stunning pianist Saskia Giorgini also offers solo works inspired by overwhelming love by Liszt and Wagner.
Ian Bostridge, tenor
Saskia Giorgini, piano
Presented by Sydney Opera House.
Program
LISZT
Tre Sonetti del Petrarca
SCHUMANN
Liederkreis, Op.39
Dichterliebe, Op.48
WAGNER/LISZT
Isoldes Liebestod
Masterclass
Following your concert, share an intimate ‘behind the scenes’ experience with our Utzon Music Series artists.
With a deep and unrivaled knowledge of his craft, Ian Bostridge, joined by Saskia Giorgini, will train an early career musician through the beauty and complexity of Lied repertoire, offering a rare insight for audiences.
The Utzon Music Series Masterclasses are enabled by Jillian Segal AM and John Roth through the Yarranabbe Foundation.
A note from Yarmila Alfonzetti, Series Curator
There is nothing like being taken by the metaphorical hand of someone with the experience of Ian Bostridge and then being lead through the canon of German art song. It’s akin to being told about a novel by the author, or being shown through a gallery by the painter. One can’t help feeling the presence of authority and authenticity – an interpretation which comes only after years of study and deep understanding. I have had the great fortune of hearing Ian perform live on numerous occasions, not least of which was his Australian debut in this very Series many years ago, and the control and austerity with which he performs this repertoire is without doubt something unmissable.
Make the most of your experience...
Tickets and Prepaid Food & Beverage
Add a drinks voucher or drinks with a cheese platter to your purchase and redeem it at any of the foyer bars inside the Opera House – perfect for a pre-show or interval refreshment.
Tour & Dine
Join us for a meal at Opera Bar before or after your guided Sydney Opera House Tour. We’ve picked our favourites - beer battered fish & chips, rump steak or a seasonal vegetarian meal option*. No reservations needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the authorised ticket sellers for this event?
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Can I take photos during the event?
Unfortunately, you can't take photos during this event.
What are the transport options to the Opera House?
You can catch public transport (bus, train, ferry) to Circular Quay and enjoy a 6 min walk to the Opera House. If you’re getting dropped off in a car head to the roundabout at the bottom Macquarie Street where staff will direct you to a safe place to pull over.
Driving? Park in Wilson’s Car Park, you’re just minutes to your seat. Need a bit more info? Click here
What time do I need to arrive before the event?
It’s a great idea to arrive early, relax and soak up the atmosphere.
If you are collecting your tickets from the Box Office, we recommend doing this at least 30 minutes before the event starts. If you have already received your tickets, aim to arrive at least 15 minutes before the event. This should allow enough time for the mandatory visual inspections and/or cloaking of bags and personal belongings by Opera House security staff before entering the venue and finding your seats.
We recommend leaving all large bags at home, any bags larger than an A4 piece of paper is required to be checked into the Cloak Room.
If you are late, we will seat you as soon as possible, but please be aware that some events have lock out periods. In these cases, latecomers will be admitted at a suitable break in the performance. On occasions this may not be until the interval, or at all where there is no interval. Details of our right to refuse admission can be found in our General Terms and Conditions for Tickets and Events.
What can I bring with me?
All ticketholders must present their bags and personal belongings for visual inspection or x-ray screening by Sydney Opera House security staff before entering the venue as a safety precaution and condition of entry. Valid photo ID must be presented to purchase a drink from the theatre bar.
To avoid delays, please leave anything larger than an A4 sheet of paper at home.
Larger items – including handbags bigger than A4-size, backpacks, umbrellas, suitcases and prams – are not permitted inside the venues and must be cloaked.
Find out more about venue security at Sydney Opera House.
What should I wear?
So long as you’re wearing shoes and a shirt, whatever you like. We’re pretty informal here at the Opera House.
Where can I eat nearby?
Satisfy your hunger at one of the many restaurants and bars here at the Opera House. Our restaurants offer everything from casual snacks to award-winning fine dining. Find what you’re after, see our Restaurants
Can I take food & drink inside the venue?
We can’t confirm that you can take food and drink into this event. Please check with our staff when you arrive.