About
The Lyrebird’s Voice by Victorian Opera
Have you ever heard a lyrebird’s call? You may have, but mistaken it for something else – these ornate birds are expert copycats, mimicking all sorts from kookaburras to camera shutters.
In this family-friendly opera, one trickster lyrebird goes a step too far and gets in trouble with their friends in the flock. The other birds banish the lyrebird and curse them: never again will the lyrebird be able to use their own voice. From now on, it’s mimicry only.
Alone in the bush, the lyrebird meets a quirky assortment of Australian animals, where they discover the power of being different. With performances in the outer suburban ring of Melbourne, audiences will meet beetles, a wombat, a kangaroo, a ringtail possum, a jittery emu, all manner of native birds, and a cunning cat.
This sweet story was developed by Peter Rutherford and six youth participants of the New Work Opera Studio 2023. Told with colour, Australian spirit and a big dose of humour, this opera imparts important lessons on identity and the ways in which we use our voice.
Creatives & Cast
Elizabeth Hill-Cooper
CEO, Choreographer & Director
Creative Team
Conductor Carlos del Cueto
Director Elizabeth Hill-Cooper
Designer Truscott Price Recipient, 2025
Cast
TBC
Orchestra
Victorian Opera Chamber Orchestra
Booking Information
Concessions
Concession: Government Concession Card, full-time student 16+ with valid ID.
Senior: Senior Card holder
Child: Any person aged between 2 and 14 years. All children aged 14 years and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times.
Family of 4: Group of 4 with a maximum of 2 adults or 1 adult and 3 children.
Under 24 months: Free when held by a carer and not occupying a seat.
Companion Card: Accepted. Please contact the box office to book.
How To Book
Anytime
Online:
Mon to Fri 10am - 4pm
Phone: (03) 9262 6555
Box Office: The Round
379 - 399 Whitehorse Road
Nunawading
Transaction Fee
Online: $3.00 per transaction (not per ticket)
Phone: $4.00 per transaction (not per ticket)
In Person at Box Office: No fee
Ticket Delivery
eTicket: Tickets sent via email to be printed or presented on phone.
Collect: Collect at Box Office or at venue 1 hour prior to performance.
Payment Options
Card: Credit & Debit Cards / EFTPOS Visa and Mastercard accepted.
Cash: In person at the box office.
Cheque: Accepted up to 7 days prior to performance. Payable to Whitehorse Tickets.
Gift Voucher: Redeemable online, via phone or in person at the box office.
Seating
Allocations: Seating allocation will be based on, but not limited to, the size of the group, time of booking and final venue configuration so as to be compliant with any restrictions that are in place. This may require allocated seats to be moved to comply with restrictions.
Accessibility: Wheelchair and Companion Cards can now be purchased online. Please select the Accessibility needs button after clicking the Book Tickets button. If there are any concerns please contact the Box Office immediately and they will happily assist you.
Conditions of Purchase
Please read the terms and conditions prior to purchasing your tickets.
Schools Booking
Victorian Opera are pleased to offer special Education performances for Schools.
- Friday 9 May '25 at 10.30am
- Friday 9 May '25 at 1pm*
*Relaxed performance.
Prices
- Student - $16
- Teacher/Adult - $16
One free teacher with every 10 students booked. Extra teacher/adults will be charged at the $16 rate
To book please call:
The Round Box Office
(03) 92626555
Mon - Fri
10am to 4pm
All payments must be made by Visa or Mastercard.
