More information about Opera in Paradise - Norfolk Island
The cast of Opera in Paradise 2011 ( above ) L-R : - John Woods, Jennifer Parish, Pamela Page, Max Olding, Dene Olding, Stewart Cameron, David Hibbard, Hayley Sugars, Irina Morozova, Nicolai Olding, Patrick Power.
WHAT IS OPERA IN PARADISE ?
Opera in Paradise is a truly unique festival of concerts of popular Opera,Musical Theatre, Viennese Operetta, Neapolitan songs, classic ballads, and famous piano solos and duets. You may hear samples of these by visiting our Samples page.
2012 will be the eighth year that OPERATIF! has produced and appeared in an opera festival on Norfolk Island. This is our third year as owners of the festival, where we run every aspect of it.
Concerts are in a variety of venues on the Island,such as Ferny Lane Theatre and Rawson Hall. All concerts are highly 'accessible' , with performers chatting to the audience as items are introduced. There are numerous opportunities to meets the artists after performances, with a lovely sunset reception added to the 2012 programme . The performers are all marvellous professional musicians from Australia and New Zealand. Various Norfolk Island businesses and societies will be involved as 'Opera Festival Friends' to give this a truly unique and South Pacific feel.
“Thank you for a memorable week of concerts of the highest standard. I appreciated the way the performers mixed with the audience and the varied nature of the programs.
We hope to return next year!”
Helen H. Killawarra NSW
2012 - THE ARTISTS .
Stewart Cameron - baritone
Benjamin Fifita Makisi - tenor
Max Olding - piano
Pamela Page - piano
Jennifer Parish
- soprano
Spiros Rantos - violin
Deborah Rogers - mezzo-soprano
John Woods - piano accompanist
To read about them CLICK HERE
2012- SIX MAGNIFICENT CONCERTS plus a beautiful sunset cocktail party with the artists
View the Concert Overview Information Page CLICK HERE
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TRAVEL PACKAGES include :
:: Return Airfare
:: 7 Nights accommodation
:: 7 days Car hire
:: Festival Concert Pack of 6 concerts and sunset reception
Most also include a 1/2 day tour, transfers to your hotel/cottage.
Contact on 1300 308 385 for more information
SPECIAL: Why not extend your stay to 10 or 11 days.
Ask us about great longer stay specials.
“Perth is a long haul from Norfolk Is. but we were rewarded with an excellent program and we enjoyed it immensely. Artists and organisation of the highest standard” Kevin J. Freemantle WA
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
:: Do I need a Passport? Yes, however, if you are an Australian citizen, then a Certificate of Identity will
suffice. The forms to complete are available from Australia Post and there is no charge.
:: Does Norfolk Island use Australian dollars? Yes. Many shops are tax free too!
:: Do I need formal attire for the concerts? No. There is no need to go for 'Black Tie' but collar and tie with a jacket for the men...and after 5 wear for the ladies is appropriate for the evening performances. Smart casual wear will suffice for the daytime concerts.
:: What is the weather like in February? It's generally a perfect time to visit Norfolk Island. Days are usually sunny and mid to high 20s but it is always advisable to have a jacket handy at night. Being an island, there are often breezes and weather can change very quickly at times.
:: Do I need Travel Insurance? Yes, this is absolutely essential when travelling to Norfolk Island. Should you require emergency medical care, costs are extremely high, especially if evacuation to the mainland was necessary. Also, fog can sometimes delay departures for a day or two. Should this occur, your travel Insurance, means you can simply enjoy an extended holiday...rather than extra cost.
:: Can I take food items to Norfolk Island? Yes, as long they are in an unopened pack. If you have special diet foods or simply a favourite biscuit, snack, tea or similar, it is fine to pack these in your check through luggage. There is of course a supermarket on Norfolk Island but it won't carry the huge range of products you are possibly accustomed to. Obviously quarantine regulations restrict fresh fruits or plants!
HOW TO BOOK:
Click here to complete an enquiry. or call OPERATIF! ( + 61 ) 1300 308 385.
NEW : Order your OPERA in Paradise T-shirt click here
(Image above.) Two of our concert patrons rushed away early
from The Night as a Convict dinner to enjoy our final night concert.
Our prefered Accommodation locations for OPERA in Paradise are :-
:: Bligh Court ( self-catering )
:: Daydreamer Holiday Apartments ( self-catering )
:: Hillcrest Hotel and Cottages ( hotel and cottages )
:: Islander Lodge ( self-catering )
:: Jacaranda Cottages ( self - catering )
:: Ocean Breeze ( self - catering )
:: Whispering Pines ( self - catering )
Our prefered Car rental company for OPERA in Paradise is :-
:: Borry's Rental Cars
Other friends of OPERA in Paradise include :-
:: Aurelia Resorts CLICK HERE
:: Don Reynolds Christian's Glass Bottom Boat
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