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We pay our respects to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ancestors of this land, their spirits and their legacy. The foundations laid by these ancestors give strength, inspiration and courage to current and future generations, both First Nations and non-First Nations peoples, towards creating a better Queensland.

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  • 2024
  • Dido and Aeneas
Dido and Aeneas
  • Opera

oqdidoandaeneas24 Dido and Aeneas Opera Queensland Opera Opera Queensland in association with Circa Dido and Aeneas Henry Purcell

Until 27 Jul 2024
Playhouse
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$65 - $129 *
* A transaction fee of $7.20 applies.
1 hour 10 minutes
no interval, subject to change without notice

Overview

A pair of lovers. An evil sorceress. A doomed affair.  

Dido and Aeneas, a timeless tale of love and tragedy, is given new life by the internationally renowned, Brisbane based Circa, whose sublime acrobatics are the perfect complement to Henry Purcell’s profoundly beautiful music. 

Inspired by Virgil's epic poem, The Aeneid, the opera tells the story of the ill-fated romance between Dido, Queen of Carthage, and Aeneas, the shipwrecked Trojan prince, whose love is thwarted by the malevolent sorceress. 

Following the great success of Orpheus and Eurydice, Yaron Lifschitz returns to Opera Queensland with an ensemble of Circa acrobats to celebrate all the wonder and brilliance that is born of the marriage of circus and opera.

Accessibility

For wheelchair users, Companion Card holders or those requiring assistance, dedicated seating options are available, and bookings can be made through our Call Centre by giving us a call on 136 246. You can also find information on access and accessibility at QPAC here.

Important Information

Warning

This production contains haze effects.

Language

Dido and Aeneas is performed in English.

Lockout Period

Please note this performance has a strict lockout period. Please ensure you are seated prior to the commencement of the performance. 

Official ticketing service for QPAC

QTIX is our official ticketing service with selected packages sold through authorised resellers only. Read more about purchasing tickets online.

Concession

Centrelink-issued Pension card holders, Veterans' Affairs pensioners - ID required, senior card not applicable.

Student

Full-time students.

Child

Children 17 years and under. Must be purchased with an adult ticket. 

Great discounts available for groups of 8+. 1 complimentary ticket for group organiser for groups of 20+.
Opening Night & Friday to Sunday Pricing
Premium $110
A-Reserve $76
B-Reserve $64
Monday to Thursday Pricing
Premium $101
A-Reserve $167
B-Reserve $55

Make a group booking

Great discounts available for school groups. 1 complimentary ticket for a teacher per 10 school children.
B-Reserve $30

Make a school booking

Education Notes

Suitability: Years 10 to 12

Special Events

Pre-Performance Talks

Complimentary pre-performance talks are free to attend, will commence 1 hour before each performance noted on 18, 20, 25 and 27 July, and last approximately 25 minutes. The talk will take place inside the Playhouse Lounge.

  • Thu 18 Jul 2024, 6:30 PM
  • Sat 20 Jul 2024, 6:30 PM
  • Thu 25 Jul 2024, 6:30 PM
  • Sat 27 Jul 2024, 12:30 PM

Presented by Opera Queensland in association with Circa
Dido and Aeneas is supported by the Frazer Family Foundation.

Creatives

  • Conductor Benjamin Bayl 
  • Director Yaron Lifschitz 
  • Design Libby McDonnell

Cast

  • Dido Anna Dowsley
  • Aeneas Sebastian Maclaine 
  • Ensemble Opera Queensland and Circa Artists
  • Orchestra Queensland Symphony Orchestra

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