The Nurses at Vung Tau

The Nurses at Vung Tau A new chamber opera based on the experiences of Australian Army Nurses stationed at the Vung Tau base during the Vietnam War.

Libretto and Concept - Elizabeth Lewis
Composer Brenton Broadstock AM
Director - Elizabeth Lewis
Producer - Antipodean Arts "The Nurses at Vung Tau" originally began as a set of poems intended as a song cycle for solo soprano and piano. Librettist Elizabeth Lewis, had spend months researching and interviewing Nursing and Army personnel from the hospital base at Vung Tau before completing the 10 po

ems which would make up the cycle. After being put in touch with renowned composer Brenton Broadstock AM, upon his urging, it was decided that there was the makings of a full chamber opera with the poems. Elizabeth set back to work expanding on the concept, eventually producing the libretto for the opera we have today. With beautiful orchestration for an intimate ensemble of 6 instruments and a cast of 6 singers, this work is not to be missed. We are so proud to be able to tell these stories and shed some light on this group of amazing and inspirational women would went above and beyond the call of duty.

Thanks to The Music Trust and their e-zine Loudmouth for this great review by Jenna Robertson.
07/07/2022

Thanks to The Music Trust and their e-zine Loudmouth for this great review by Jenna Robertson.

“With an excellent concept and libretto by Elizabeth Lewis and a thrilling, cinematic score by Brenton Broadstock AM, The Nurses at Vung Tau is a heart-felt new chamber opera dedicated to female Australian nurses who served in the Vietnam war.”

That’s a wrap. The curtain has come down on the World Premiere of The Nurses at Vung Tau. It has been such a pleasure to...
26/06/2022

That’s a wrap. The curtain has come down on the World Premiere of The Nurses at Vung Tau. It has been such a pleasure to work with such a fantastic team in this important Australian work.

We are also overwhelmed by the incredibly positive response the work as received and honoured by the number of Veterans who have come to see the show.

This is definitely not the end of the road for this production and we are planning more things in future so stay tuned. Thank you to everyone for such a wonderful season.

Before we take our final bow this afternoon make sure you buy your tickets for this fabulous new production. See you at ...
25/06/2022

Before we take our final bow this afternoon make sure you buy your tickets for this fabulous new production. See you at the theatre!

Another great performance of The Nurses at Vung Tau and such an honour to have so many Veterans at the show. Tomorrow is...
25/06/2022

Another great performance of The Nurses at Vung Tau and such an honour to have so many Veterans at the show. Tomorrow is your last chance to see this wonderful tribute to our Veterans. Have you bought your tickets?

What an opening night! It was a fantastic show and such a privilege to have so many Veterans in the audience. Don’t miss...
24/06/2022

What an opening night! It was a fantastic show and such a privilege to have so many Veterans in the audience.

Don’t miss out on this special production and get your tickets today. Only 3 performance left!

Thank you Evalyn Legried ! Can’t wait for tonight!!!
22/06/2022

Thank you Evalyn Legried ! Can’t wait for tonight!!!

SOME SHOWS YOU WISH WOULD LAST FOREVER ...

Well folks, rehearsals have come to an end. At tonight's dress rehearsal, we pulled together the final touches and polished all the corners.

All that's left is to put on the show! 🎻🎶

I'm pretty sad that it's all happened so fast. I've really enjoyed getting to know Brenton Broadstock's incredible score, and hearing the fascinating stories of the nurses at Vung Tau, delivered through Elizabeth Lewis' thought-provoking libretto.

For more info, check out: https://www.thenursesatvungtau.com/

Elizabeth A Lewis The Nurses at Vung Tau

22/06/2022

We open tomorrow! Have you got your tickets?
Book now through our website www.thenursesatvungtau.com
Adults $40
Concession$35
Student Rush $20

20/06/2022
Only 9 days to go !Have you booked your tickets for The Nurses at Vung Tau?
17/06/2022

Only 9 days to go !
Have you booked your tickets for The Nurses at Vung Tau?

So excited that our Elizabeth Lewis' interview with Limelight Magazine's Clive Paget is out today. Click the link to tak...
14/06/2022

So excited that our Elizabeth Lewis' interview with Limelight Magazine's Clive Paget is out today. Click the link to take a look. And don't forget only 9 days till our season begins so book to your tickets now!

Elizabeth Lewis tells an extraordinary story and describes her collaboration with Brenton Broadstock.

Did you miss Elizabeth and Brenton's interview with Gary Thorpe on My Musical Journey this morning? Never fear! You can...
11/06/2022

Did you miss Elizabeth and Brenton's interview with Gary Thorpe on My Musical Journey this morning? Never fear! You can catch the re-broadcast tomorrow night at 8pm.

We are so proud to partner with Legacy and donate $1 from every program sold ($5 from the Box Office) to the wonderful w...
09/06/2022

We are so proud to partner with Legacy and donate $1 from every program sold ($5 from the Box Office) to the wonderful work they do. Be sure to buy your tickets and grab a program and support our Vietnam Veterans.

Legacy Brisbane is grateful to be the beneficiary of the world premiere performances of The Nurses at Vung Tau, with $1 from every program sold donated to the club.

The Nurses at Vung Tau is a new contemporary chamber opera by internationally acclaimed composer Brenton Broadstock AM and Librettist and Soprano Elizabeth Lewis.

The opera follows the protagonist, Abby, as she travels to Vung Tau to be an Australian Army Nurse in the Vietnam War and her return home.

Join the audience at Sommerville House, South Brisbane, for the world premiere of The Nurses at Vung Tau from 23 - 26 June.

For more information, visit thenursesatvungtau.com.

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