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27 September – 1 November 2025

In the Joan Sutherland Theatre

Opera Australia

Musical Theatre

Step into the vibrant streets of New York City’s East Village, where dreams are born, friendships are tested, and the power of love prevails against all odds.

The musical that rocked Broadway is back!

Experience Jonathan Larson’s electrifying, multi-Tony® Award winning musical, in this electrifying, critically-acclaimed new production.

Step into the vibrant streets of New York City’s East Village, where dreams are born, friendships are tested, and the power of love prevails against all odds.

This groundbreaking phenomenon, inspired by Puccini’s La Bohème is more than a musical; it’s a celebration of life, love, and the human spirit.

Don’t miss your chance to discover the show that took Broadway by storm.

Presented by Opera Australia

Artist information

Director  Shaun Rennie
Choreographer  Luca Dinardo
Set Designer  Dann Barber
Lighting Designer  Paul Jackson
Sound Designer  Evan Drill
Costume Designer  Ella Butler

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