“The Merry Widow” is an effervescent romp that will leave you laughing, swooning, and humming. Image: National Opera.
Step in to the dazzling world of high society in the shimmering streets of Paris, where love, laughter , and a touch of mischief collide in Franz Lehar’s timeless masterpiece, “The Merry Widow”!
Amidst the opulent ballrooms and champagne-soaked soirees, the charming and vivacious widow, Hanna Glawari, finds herself at the centre of attention. With her vast fortune up for grabs, suitors swarm like bees to honey, each vying for her hand and her wealth. But beware, for where there’s wealth, there’s also michief afoot!
Enter Count Danilo, the dashing playboy with a heart of gold and a mischievous twinkle in his eye. Despite their undeniable chemistry, a tangled web of pride, misunderstandings, and social intrigue threatens to keep these two star-crossed lovers apart. Will they succumb to the whims of high society, or will love triumph in the end?
Filled with enchanting tunes, toe-tapping waltzes, and sparkling dialogue, “The Merry Widow” is an effervescent romp that will leave you laughing, swooning, and humming unforgettable melodies long after the final curtain falls. So grab your dancing shoes and join the talented company of National Opera for a night of romance, laughter, and high-spirited revelry!
The details
What: National Opera – The Merry Widow
When: Friday 23 August – Sunday 25 August 2024, 2pm & 7pm
Where: The Q – Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre, 253 Crawford Street, Queanbeyan, 2620
Cost: Adult $80, Q Member $70, Concession $60, Under 16 $45
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