La Bohème
The original bohemian love story, set among the fishnets and fairy lights of 1930s Berlin.
In the Joan Sutherland Theatre | View Seat Map
Season runs from Thursday 2 January to Thursday 30 January 2020
Thursday 2 January 7:30pm
Friday 3 January 7:30pm
Saturday 4 January 7:30pm
Monday 6 January 7:30pm
Tuesday 7 January 7:30pm
Wednesday 8 January 7:30pm
Thursday 9 January 7:30pm
Wednesday 15 January 7:30pm
Friday 17 January 7:30pm
Saturday 18 January 12:30pm
Tuesday 21 January 7:30pm - RELAXED PERFORMANCE
Thursday 23 January 7:30pm
Saturday 25 January 7:30pm
Tuesday 28 January 7:30pm
Thursday 30 January 7:30pm
Tickets from $79 + $8.50 Booking Fee
Monday to Friday Performances
| Ticket | Description & price |
|---|---|
| Standard | Adults aged 17+ |
| Premium | $335 |
| A Reserve | $285 |
| B Reserve | $232 |
| C Reserve | $171 |
| D Reserve | $99 |
| E Reserve | $79 |
| F Reserve | $48 |
| Concession | Full-time Aust Student / Pensioner card holders (Aust. only) |
| Premium | $302 |
| A Reserve | $257 |
| B Reserve | $209 |
| C Reserve | $154 |
| D Reserve | $89 |
| E Reserve | $71 |
| F Reserve | $48 |
| Children | Aged 16 and under |
| Premium | $168 |
| A Reserve | $143 |
| B Reserve | $116 |
| C Reserve | $86 |
| D Reserve | $50 |
| E Reserve | $40 |
| F Reserve | $40 |
| Groups 8-19 | To make a group purchase please call +61 2 9250 7700 |
| Premium | $285 |
| A Reserve | $242 |
| B Reserve | $197 |
| C Reserve | $145 |
| D Reserve | $84 |
| E Reserve | $67 |
| F Reserve | $48 |
| Groups 20+ | To make a group purchase please call +61 2 9250 7700 |
| Premium | $268 |
| A Reserve | $228 |
| B Reserve | $186 |
| C Reserve | $137 |
| D Reserve | $79 |
| E Reserve | $63 |
| F Reserve | $48 |
Saturday Matinee Performances
| Ticket | Description & price |
|---|---|
| Standard | Adults aged 17+ |
| Premium | $369 |
| A Reserve | $306 |
| B Reserve | $251 |
| C Reserve | $183 |
| D Reserve | $126 |
| E Reserve | $90 |
| F Reserve | $48 |
| Concession | Full-time Aust Student / Pensioner card holders (Aust. only) |
| Premium | $332 |
| A Reserve | $275 |
| B Reserve | $226 |
| C Reserve | $165 |
| D Reserve | $113 |
| E Reserve | $81 |
| F Reserve | $48 |
| Children | Aged 16 and under |
| Premium | $185 |
| A Reserve | $153 |
| B Reserve | $126 |
| C Reserve | $92 |
| D Reserve | $63 |
| E Reserve | $45 |
| F Reserve | $45 |
| Groups 8-19 | To make a group purchase please call +61 2 9250 7700 |
| Premium | $314 |
| A Reserve | $260 |
| B Reserve | $213 |
| C Reserve | $156 |
| D Reserve | $107 |
| E Reserve | $77 |
| F Reserve | $48 |
| Groups 20+ | To make a group purchase please call +61 2 9250 7700 |
| Premium | $295 |
| A Reserve | $245 |
| B Reserve | $201 |
| C Reserve | $146 |
| D Reserve | $101 |
| E Reserve | $72 |
| F Reserve | $48 |
Saturday Evening Performances
| Ticket | Description & price |
|---|---|
| Standard | All tickets |
| Premium | $369 |
| A Reserve | $306 |
| B Reserve | $251 |
| C Reserve | $183 |
| D Reserve | $126 |
| E Reserve | $90 |
| F Reserve | $48 |
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 agencies for this event are Sydney Opera House, Opera Australia, Today Tix and Ticketmaster. For more information about Authorised Agencies, see the FAQ below.
Shows run for approx. 2 hours & 15 mins with one interval
Latecomers may not be admitted until a suitable break in the performance. This may not be until interval.
Event duration is a guide only and may be subject to change.
In Italian with English and Simplified Chinese surtitles | Audio loop available & wheelchair accessible | No language barrier | Relaxed performance
Relaxed Performance - Tue 21 Jan 2020, 7.30pm
This is a relaxed performance, which is designed to ensure guests who may benefit from a more relaxed environment can enjoy the performance experience. This can include families with children, guests on the autism spectrum, anyone with sensory or cognitive considerations or any individuals who prefer to watch the performance in a more flexible setting.
Audio Described Performance - to be confirmed
Audio description is a verbal commentary relayed to audience members who are blind or have low vision. The description conveys what is happening on the stage during the parts of the performance where there is no dialogue.
The description does not interfere with the performance but fills in the gaps: describing facial expressions, costume, scenery and action sequences. Audio description at the opera also reads surtitles aloud so that anyone unable to access visual aspects of the performance can follow the plot fully and independently.
The audio description is provided by highly trained Vision Australia describers via a discreet receiver and earphone.
Audio described performances and tactile tour bookings can only be made through Opera Australia by calling the Box Office in Sydney on 02 9318 8200
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Find out more about accessibility at Sydney Opera House.
Recommended for 16+ years Contains nudity and depictions of domestic violence.
The Café Momus scene includes topless women in the balconies at the back of the stage.
There is a fight scene between the couple Marcello and Musetta. He strikes her and she hits him back. He throws her down.
Children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied at all times.
“If you’re new to opera, La Bohème is one you must experience. If you’re prone to tears, this production will assist.”
Herald Sun
Experience the romance of the original bohemian love story.
When Mimì meets Rodolfo, it’s love at first touch. They head out to bustling Café Momus, where the feisty Musetta and Marcello rekindle their relationship. But even the deepest love can’t warm a freezing winter. The bohemians have some growing up to do.
Some emotions are too big for words alone, and for that, we have music. La Bohème exposes your soul to the feelings that only music can express. The music soars with the ecstasy of love, crackles with the pain of jealousy and cries with the agony of loss.
Set among the fishnets and fairy lights of 1930s Berlin, this is one of our most popular productions.
See it if you like: devastating love stories, gorgeous costumes and impressive sets, the musical RENT, or Moulin Rouge.
Presented by Opera Australia.
Creative Team
Conductor
Carlo Goldstein (until Jan 9)
Tahu Matheson (from Jan 15)
Director
Gale Edwards
Revival Director
Liesel Badorrek
Set Designer
Brian Thomson
Costume Designer
Julie Lynch
Lighting Designer
John Rayment
Lighting realised by
Jason Morphett
Artist Information
Mimì
Karah Son (Dec 31; Jan 2, 4, 7, 9, 15, 18, 23)
Valeria Sepe (Jan 3, 6, 8, 17, 21, 25, 28, 30)
Rodolfo
Kang Wang (Dec 31; Jan 2, 4, 7, 9, 15, 18, 23, 28, 30)
Ji-Min Park (Jan 3, 6, 8, 17, 21, 25)
Musetta
Julie Lea Goodwin
Marcello
Samuel Dundas
Schaunard
Michael Lampard
Colline
Richard Anderson (Dec 31–Jan 9)
David Parkin (Jan 15–30)
Benoît
Graeme Macfarlane
Alcindoro
Tom Hamilton
Officer
Clifford Plumpton
Sergeant
Malcolm Ede
Parpignol
Nara Lee (until 6 Jan)
Benjamin Rasheed (from 7 Jan)
Opera Australia Chorus
Opera Australia Children’s Chorus
Opera Australia Orchestra
Ticket Only
Enjoy a delectable three-course set menu paired with a glass of sparkling on arrival, before heading into the performance in the Joan Sutherland Theatre.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the authorised ticket sellers for this event?
The authorised agencies for this event are Sydney Opera House, Opera Australia, Today Tix and Ticketmaster excluding Ticketmaster Resale.
Only tickets purchased by authorised agencies should be considered reliable.
The Sydney Opera House is the only authorised ticket seller for Events at the Sydney Opera House, unless we specify on our website that there are other authorised ticket sellers for a specific event.
If you purchase tickets from Ticketmaster Resale, Viagogo, Ticketbis, eBay, Gumtree, Tickets Australia or any other unauthorised seller you risk that these tickets are fake, void or have previously been cancelled.
RESALE RESTRICTION APPLIES. For more details, please refer to our General Terms and Conditions for Tickets and Attendance at Events.
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.
Can I take photos during the event?
You can’t take photos during the performance, but feel free to take photos before and after the show!
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
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
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.
Do I have to get dressed up?
It’s a lot of fun to put on your glamorous best for a night at the opera, but casual dress is perfectly acceptable.
How will I know what's going on?
Reading the synopsis before you settle in for the night makes it easier to follow the action, but don’t fear – the surtitles around the stage let you know what everyone is singing about.
When do I clap?
All applause will be gratefully received, although it is polite to wait until the singing has stopped. Don’t be alarmed if the people around you start stomping their feet at the end of the performance: this is an opera tradition to show your enjoyment and appreciation. Feel free to join in!
Can I take food & drink inside the venue?
No food or drink is allowed in this event, but don’t worry – there’ll be sights and sounds to drink in.
Will my experience be impacted by the Opera House’s Renewal works?
- In February 2020, the Opera House will begin major Concert Hall renewal works to transform the world-famous venue for 21st century performances. You can find out more here.
- While the Concert Hall is closed, the rest of Opera House will remain open and vibrant, with unmissable performances and experiences across all other venues and the wider precinct.
- We are working hard to minimise disruption associated with these important works.
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