Opera Australia: Turandot
· 1h 56m
Director
Chen Shi-ZhengOverview
Chen Shi-Zheng helms Puccini's spectacular opera on Sydney Harbour, starring Dragana Radakovic and Riccardo Massi. A sleek, modern production featuring contemporary cinema, Chinese acrobatics, and breathtaking fireworks. Steering away from traditional styles, this lavish production presents a sleek, modern China, blending spectacular staging with elements of modern cinema and breathtaking Chinese acrobatics. The drama unfolds on a stunning set designed by Dan Potra, featuring a shimmering 18-metre-tall pagoda and a colossal, 60-metre fire-breathing dragon whose tail morphs into the Great Wall. Dragana Radakovic stars as the icy princess Turandot, alongside Riccardo Massi as Calaf, the mysterious prince determined to win her love or face the executioner’s blade. With a cast of over 70 performers, brilliant fireworks lighting up the night sky, and a soaring score that includes the legendary aria ‘Nessun dorma’, this is an unmissable, open-air cinematic event.
Cast of Opera Australia: Turandot
Crew of Opera Australia: Turandot
About Opera Australia: Turandot
What is Opera Australia: Turandot about?
Chen Shi-Zheng helms Puccini's spectacular opera on Sydney Harbour, starring Dragana Radakovic and Riccardo Massi. A sleek, modern production featuring contemporary cinema, Chinese acrobatics, and breathtaking fireworks. Steering away from traditional styles, this lavish production presents a sleek, modern China, blending spectacular staging with elements of modern cinema and breathtaking…
How long is Opera Australia: Turandot?
Opera Australia: Turandot runs 1 hour 56 minutes (116 minutes).
Who directed Opera Australia: Turandot?
Opera Australia: Turandot was directed by Chen Shi-Zheng.
Who is in the cast of Opera Australia: Turandot?
The cast of Opera Australia: Turandot includes Dragana Radakovic (Turandot), Riccardo Massi (Calaf), Hyeseoung Kwon (Liù), Conal Coad (Timur) and John Longmuir (Pong).