A new Australian work, a radical interpretation of a 20th century classic, and a major work by a leading 21st century international composer: experience Sydney Chamber Opera’s aesthetic mission in a single evening of three outstanding works.
The Shape of the Earth by Jack Symonds & Pierce Wilcox, performed by Paris-based vocalist Mitchell Riley and directed by Alexander Berlage. La voix humaine by Francis Poulenc & Jean Cocteau, performed by Australian soprano Celeste Lazarenko and directed by Clemence Williams. Also directed by Clemence Williams is Quatre instants; composed by Kaija Saariaho & Amin Maalouf and performed by Australian mezzo-soprano Emily Edmonds, whose dramatic vocal lines will be brought to life by a glittering piano accompaniment.
Three voices pushed to their limits; three bodies living extraordinary stories.
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Thu 28 Sep – Sat 7 Oct, Bay 20
Thu 28 Sep
Pre-show talk
6:30pm
Join Sydney Chamber Opera’s Artistic Director, Jack Symonds in conversation with ABC Classic Drive’s Vanessa Hughes for a pre-show conversation about the three works, SCO’s mission, and contemporary opera in Australia.
Opening Night
7:30pm
Sat 30 Sep
3:00pm
Tue 3 Oct
7:30pm
Thu 5 Oct
7:30pm
Sat 7 Oct
7:30pm
The performance contains smoke, haze, strobe, flashing lights and use of theatrical blood.
earth.voice.body delves into topics which evoke strong emotions and may be distressing for audiences. We understand the importance of creating a safe and supportive environment for everyone and encourage audience members to consider their own wellbeing and that of those around them. Help and support are available at:
View the full program here.
Listen to a pre-show talk with Jack Symonds and the ABC’s Vanessa Hughes recorded on Thu 28 Sep.
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Presented by Sydney Chamber Opera and Carriageworks.
earth.voice.body, Sydney Chamber Opera. Image by Zan Wimberley.
