Ernani

A co-production with Teatro alla Scala, this premiere also marks the first time this opera has ever been performed by Opera Australia. Part of Verdi’s early repertoire and based on the play by Victor Hugo, Ernani tells the story of a former Don turned outlaw whose desire to be with the woman he loves is outweighed only by his duty to honour a vow he once made.

This opera has intrigue, disguise, betrayal and adventure, like all the best medieval tales. Love can triumph over almost anything, but in this story with a surprising ending, honour has the final say.