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A supportive and welcoming opera studio for developing singers in Geelong and district providing opportunities to perform and work collaboratively with experienced opera professionals.

01/06/2026

Dear supporters and friends of Geelong Opera,
We are currently seeking the services of an accomplished accompanist to lock in to play for our exciting production 'The Very Best of Gilbert and Sullivan ' , October 25th (2.pm) at the historic Geelong West Town Hall.
This will be a wonderful show- including everyone's famous songs from the most famous G&S shows
If interested, please email us at :
[email protected]
Thanks! 🎹🙏🏻

01/06/2026

Geelong Opera thanks all the patrons who braved the very cold weather yesterday to come to our production of 'Marvelous Melba '.
Your faces soaking up the beautiful singing, playing and acting/ narration of Nellie's most interesting life (literally!) warmed our hearts.
A very big thank you for your attendance- and the lovely comments afterwards.
Special thanks to the guest artists who joined Zinaida and myself, sharing your time and exquisite talents , and helping us really bring the many facets of Melba to life:
( actor/ narrator)
( tenor)
(flute)
and our incredible accompanist,

We also acknowledge ( baritone- who was, sadly indisposed/ unable to sing yesterday- but who worked so hard in preparations ( and if course, appeared in our sold out Geelong performance ( get well soon David)!

If you didn't put your name on our e-mailing list so we can send you info regarding 'what's next'- please email; [email protected]
We look forward to seeing you again soon!
We leave you with a little 'teaser'; the cast has been invited to bring a version of the show to an exclusive destination in the Grampians a bit later in the year.. watch this space for more information - we'll release details within the next couple of weeks ( very exciting)!
Lisa and Zinaida 🎼

Coming to BPAC today- comment below!
30/05/2026

Coming to BPAC today- comment below!

30/05/2026

Today's the day!
The cast is pumped, the heaters turned on ( but do rug up- it's going to be 'brisk' in beautiful Ballarat today)!
We all have so much affection for this little gem of a show- bringing Nellie's very eventful story to life ( a woman well ahead of her time) is so much fun, with our actor, Julie narrating and acting the part of 'Nellie'- bringing her documented words to life, with humour and aplomb, and our talented line up of musicians bringing you beautiful music from her repertoire to you. What a delightful way to spend an afternoon!
There are tickets available on our Trybooking link, or payment can be made via card or cash at the door ..2.pm BPAC, Neill St. Doors open 1.30 pm . 🎼

From the President and Vice President With just two days to go until Marvelous Melba graces the stage in Ballarat, we ar...
28/05/2026

From the President and Vice President

With just two days to go until Marvelous Melba graces the stage in Ballarat, we are delighted to invite our community to join us for this special celebration of Australian cultural heritage.

This production brings Dame Nellie Melba’s remarkable story to life through music, narration, and rare archival audio — a tribute to one of our nation’s most influential artists and a reminder of the creative legacy that continues to inspire performers across generations.

We are deeply grateful for the enthusiasm and support shown by audiences across the region. Your presence strengthens the work of regional artists and helps keep performances like this vibrant and accessible.

There are still seats available, and we warmly encourage you to secure your tickets and be part of this memorable afternoon.

🎟️ $30 adult / $25 concession
https://www.trybooking.com/DKUJM

We look forward to welcoming you on Sunday.

— Lisa Breen, President
— Zinaida Campion Soprano, Vice President
Geelong Opera

Last days to book!Marvelous Melba arrives this Sunday and seats are moving quickly. If you’ve been meaning to come, now...
28/05/2026

Last days to book!

Marvelous Melba arrives this Sunday and seats are moving quickly.
If you’ve been meaning to come, now is the moment.

A beautiful afternoon of music, storytelling and Australian cultural history — right here in Ballarat.

🎟️ $30 adult / $25 concession
Book tickets

Meet Geelong Opera's 'official mascots' - Miss Jessie - the regal ( but mischevious) Whippet- and Jak- Jak- a Jack Russ...
25/05/2026

Meet Geelong Opera's 'official mascots' - Miss Jessie - the regal ( but mischevious) Whippet- and Jak- Jak- a Jack Russell/ Fox Terrier x.
They both adore people coming over to sing- they usually 'bliss out' and listen to the music.. Jess often puts her head on my pedalling foot- she just stays asleep, head bobbing up and down lol.. Jak-Jak's the singer- he loves to use his low Baritone to sing along with me or my students / friends.
When Tim Hethrington (our lovely Tenor for 'MarvelousMelba'- and superb photographer - from Silver Noir studios was extremely patient when they continually pho- bombed the great shots he'd spent ages getting the right angle/ light.. in the end we just let them go for it! 😊

If you're taking a look at our page from Ballarat- welcome! We at Geelong Opera are thrilled to be bringing Grand Opera-...
18/05/2026

If you're taking a look at our page from Ballarat- welcome!
We at Geelong Opera are thrilled to be bringing Grand Opera- delivered by a cast of 7 in a 'Studio Art's format to Ballarat and district audiences! We're really looking forward to bringing you a lot more than simply a 'program of opera'; we have an actor/ narrator - playing duel roles ( with aplomb!).. both 'becomming Nellie' - delivering Melba's own words- and also narrating quotes from her contemporaries, and telling Nellie's most interesting life.
We expect to have some people who had a clash of dates with the first concert last November - and know we have lovely people travelling from as far afield as Camperdown to support us- so special!
So, for a 'Marvelous ' afternoon of sublime music, and the interweaving of Melba's wonderfully rich life story, we'd love to see you there!
Pre- booking through the Trybooking details ( on the flyer beneath this post) is highly encouraged, however there will also be provision for 'square tap' ( Visa, Mastercard only), or cash ( correct change if possible please 🙏🏻). It's all happening! 🎼🎹

14/05/2026

Marvelous Melba — One‑Day‑Only Performance This Sunday!
A beautiful live tribute to Dame Nellie Melba with local artists and rare archival audio.
🎟️ https://www.trybooking.com/DKUJM

Sunday May 31, 2pm at the Ballarat Performing Arts Centre, 501 Neill St Ballarat. Bookings here: https://www.trybooking.com/DKUJM

See you there!

Ballarat has always been a city that champions the arts — and on 31 May, we’re bringing one of Australia’s greatest musi...
13/05/2026

Ballarat has always been a city that champions the arts — and on 31 May, we’re bringing one of Australia’s greatest musical icons to life right here in Soldiers Hill.

Dame Nellie Melba wasn’t just a diva — she was a trailblazer, a teacher, a philanthropist, and a nationallegend.
Join us for Marvelous Melba, a heartfelt celebration of her life and music performed by local and regional artists.
📅 Sunday 31 May, 2pm
📍 Ballarat Performing Arts Centre, Neill Street
🎟️ Tickets: $30 / $25 concession
TryBooking: https://www.trybooking.com/DKUJM

A beautiful afternoon of storytelling, song, and Australian musical history — right here in Ballarat.

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