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The Merry Widow
 

Let’s waltz, let’s sway the night away. It’s time for a little romance.

Sway, smile and swoon your way through our delicious production of The Merry Widow.

It’s an opulent party, all glitz and glamour and Parisian charm. It’s an old-fashioned romance, flirty and funny and fabulous. It’s a Viennese waltz and you know all the steps.

The Merry Widow is a “shimmering all-singing, all-dancing Broadway-style show” (The Sydney Morning Herald), a frothy comedy packed with familiar waltzes and tuneful melodies. From the sumptuous Art Deco era costumes to the glamourous, geometric sets, the show is “visually stunning …sometimes you simply don’t know where to look” (The Sydney Morning Herald).

International opera star Emma Pearson and beloved Australian soprano Julie Lea Goodwin share the role of Hanna, bringing their own unique energies to the iconic role. They’re supported by Alexander Lewis, returning with his acclaimed portrayal of Danilo, and Alexandra Flood, a dazzling Australian singer making waves internationally.

Graeme Murphy brings his signature brand of lively choreography and deft direction to the dance-packed score.

 

Event details

Venue: Sydney Opera House
Bookings: https://opera.org.au/productions/the-merry-widow-sydney/
Start Date: Wednesday 12 August 2026

Language
Performed in English with English and Simplified Chinese surtitles.

Running time
Approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes, including two intervals.

 

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