Victorian Opera - Iolanthe

Melbourne

theatre
Official tickets via Ticketmaster
WHEN Saturday 30 January to Wednesday 3 February
ADDRESS Lower Esplanade, St Kilda Directions

Approximate Running Times: Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes, including interval.

Our Palais Summer Season opens with Iolanthe, a work that reminds us why Gilbert & Sullivan endure. It has often been said that somewhere in the English-speaking world one of their pieces is always being performed and in 2027, following last years successful Pirates of Penzance, it is Melbourne's turn again.

This fantastical blend of Victorian pantomime and satire takes aim at hereditary power and the class system, while showcasing Sullivan at his most inspired. Full of spirit, wit and lyrical beauty, with a whiff of Mendelssohn and Wagner, Iolanthe is beloved as their most romantic collaboration.

Not seen in Melbourne since 2002, this 'fairy, fairy delightful' piece features a spanking new, colourful and vibrant design by Simone Romaniuk. James Pratt will conduct. Pure enchantment.

Available Dates

January 2027 1 dates
Sat 30th Jan
February 2027 3 dates
Mon 1st Feb Tue 2nd Feb Wed 3rd Feb

Frequently Asked Questions

Iolanthe is a Gilbert & Sullivan opera combining Victorian pantomime and satire, focusing on themes of hereditary power and the class system in Melbourne's 2027 Palais Summer Season.

Iolanthe is performed at the Palais Theatre as part of the Victorian Opera's summer season in Melbourne.

The duration of Iolanthe is approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, including an interval.

Check the official Victorian Opera website for the latest Melbourne performance dates and times.

The music for Iolanthe was composed by Arthur Sullivan, with a libretto by W.S. Gilbert.

Yes, Iolanthe’s blend of satire and Victorian pantomime makes it accessible and entertaining for family audiences in Melbourne.

Yes, tickets for Iolanthe in Melbourne are available online through the Victorian Opera’s official website.

Iolanthe’s satire of power and class remains timely and resonates with Melbourne audiences through its witty and lyrical presentation.

Yes, each performance of Iolanthe in Melbourne includes an interval during the 2 hour and 30 minute running time.

The Palais Theatre in Melbourne is accessible by public transport and taxi; check local transit options for the best route to the venue.

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