Opera Australia will bring its acclaimed production of Mozart’s Don Giovanni to Gippsland Performing Arts Centre (GPAC), Traralgon for a special one-night-only performance on Tuesday 21 July 2026.
Celebrating 30 years of Opera Australia’s national touring program, this milestone production offers local audiences the rare opportunity to experience world-class opera close to home.
For one evening, the GPAC foyer will be reimagined as a vibrant Italian piazza, inviting guests to immerse themselves in the atmosphere and elegance of Italy.
Latrobe City Council Mayor, Councillor Sharon Gibson, said this event would be a highlight for audiences across the region.
“We are thrilled to welcome Opera Australia and Don Giovanni to GPAC,” the Mayor said.
“This is a rare chance to see a world-class performance locally, and we’re proud to bring opportunities like this to our community.”
Directed by renowned Australian theatre-maker Michael Gow, Don Giovanni is a gripping blend of dark comedy, drama and supernatural intrigue. Widely considered one of Mozart’s greatest works, the opera follows the notorious Don Giovanni – a charismatic libertine whose reckless pursuits lead to a dramatic and chilling downfall.
This performance features a talented cast of Australian and international performers, under the musical direction of conductor Simon Bruckard.
Audiences can expect powerful vocals, striking staging and a compelling theatrical experience.
The opera will be performed in Italian with English surtitles.
This performance forms part of Opera Australia’s ongoing commitment to bringing high-quality arts experiences to regional communities across the country.
