Faust

Melbourne Opera is delighted to present a new production of Gounod's beloved 'Faust', an audience favourite since its premiere in 1859. Packed with a string of the best loved arias and ensembles in French opera (Marguerite's Jewel Song, Valentin's 'Even Bravest Hearts', Faust's 'Salut Demeure' and the rousing Soldier's chorus, 'Faust' is above all a great vocal showcase. Once again Melbourne Opera has assembled a superb cast: David Rogers-Smith as Faust, Steven Gallop as Mephistopheles( a role he has performed to great acclaim in Europe and the US), Danielle Calder as Marguerite and Phillip Calcagno as Valentin, all supported by the outstanding Melbourne Opera Chorus and Orchestra conducted by Greg Hocking. The fascinating tale of Faust's ill-advised pact with the devil will be performed in English, and the new production is directed by Hugh Halliday, whose most recent production of 'The Merry Widow' garnered rave reviews and packed houses. Melbourne Opera presents this new production to commemorate the sesquicentenary of the birth of Dame Nellie Melba, one of the greatest Marguerites of all time. PRICES A Reserve Standard: $75.00 Student: $35.00 Pensioner: $45.00 Senior: $72.00 Alum Offer*: $55.00 Monash Student*: $15.00 Monash Staff*: $45.00 *Please contact the box office on 99051111 to take advantage of these special offers. B Reserve Standard: $59.00 Student: $30.00 Pensioner: $45.00 Senior: $67.00 Running Time: 2 hours and 45 minutes including an interval Children under the age of 2 are complimentary when not occupying a seat.