Events
Thursday
Join us for a landmark gala event and an unforgettable evening of opera.
A Night at the Opera brings together some of New Zealand’s finest opera talent for a special gala performance with the Opus Orchestra.
The evening blends personal storytelling from Dame Malvina Major’s remarkable career with live performances from leading and emerging artists.
Prepare for a truly magical evening like no other, where music, story, and performance meet
Featuring:
Dame Malvina Major
Tenor Emmanuel Fonoti-Fuimaono
Soprano Madeleine Pierard
Graduates of Te Pae Kōkako TANZOS and guest artists
VIP Package
Enjoy premium seating, then join Dame Malvina Major and the stars of the show after the event for an exclusive meet-and-greet at the theatre with light refreshments.
Te Pae Kōkako – The Aotearoa New Zealand Opera Studio (TANZOS), based at the University of Waikato, is the perch ('pae') where Aotearoa’s opera voices gather strength before taking flight. Established in 2023 at the invitation of Dame Malvina Major, the programme is internationally recognised, developing singers for global opera careers.
Click here for more information about TANZOS.
Proceeds from the event are planned to support earthquake-strengthening work at Waikato Cathedral Church of St Peter, including the development of the Dame Malvina Major Music Centre.
Click here for more information about St Peter’s.
Inner Circle Membership
Access to pre-sales, express entry, discounts on food & drinks, Members Lounge and more
More Information
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Big sound, big energy, concerts can be loud! Make sure to bring ear protection and take care of your hearing while enjoying the show!
Tickets for this event will be mobile tickets, accessed through the Ticketmaster App or by opening Ticketmaster.co.nz using your mobile browser. If you find yourself unable to access your ticket on your mobile phone at the venue, please visit the Ticketmaster Box. You will need to provide some form of ID so that the Box Office staff can access your Ticketmaster account details.
BNZ Theatre are now using the latest self-service scanning technology at all entrances so please have your tickets ready and follow the directions of the helpful staff.
Taking or using a screenshot of your ticket(s) is not permitted for this event & will not be valid for entry.