Figaro and co descend on Drum

An Opera Australia national premiere is on its way to Dandenong.
The Drum Theatre will host the first performance of The Marriage of Figaro Australian tour in July.
The comical Mozart opera follows a Seville household’s adventures during one crazy day.
Figaro is marrying Susanna, but the Count wants to seduce her first. Marcellina wants Figaro and the Countess just wants her husband back.
It’s described as the Downton Abbey of opera – but more fun – and award-winning creative duo Michael Gow and Robert Kemp created this new production.
A chamber orchestra and chorus of children from Wooranna Park Primary School will accompany some of Opera Australia’s finest singers.
The Dandenong North students will learn their parts through Opera Australia’s Regional Children’s Chorus Program.
“We have brought our regional touring productions to Drum Theatre since 2008, and in many ways Dandenong feels like home for us,” Opera Australia artistic director Lyndon Terracini said.
“We have always been made to feel incredibly welcome and we can’t wait to introduce Dandenong audiences to our new production of The Marriage of Figaro.”
Drum Theatre director Greg Hordacre said audiences had responded well to the concept of opera in Dandenong.
“For all those curious about opera, the Marriage of Figaro provides the ideal introduction,” he said.
“Opera Australia has a history of connecting with our community and working with local schools.
“The production is of the highest calibre, affordably priced and presented in English.
“We promise an entertaining, funny and accessible night out for the whole family.”
The Marriage of Figaro will hit the stage at the Drum, corner Lonsdale and Walker streets, Dandenong, at 7.30pm on Friday 15 and Saturday 16 July.
Tickets are priced from $40. Visit drumtheatre.com or call 8571 1666 for bookings.