Pinchgut Opera presents The Fairy Queen by Purcell

A kaleidoscopic adventure of sheer musical delight. Pinchgut’s brilliant reimagining of this curious and captivating opera explores the beauty and complexities of love and longing across a city in twenty-four hours. Renowned for her imaginative and innovative work, award-winning UK director Netia Jones makes her Pinchgut debut to create this enthralling new production. The Fairy Queen examines the deepest of human emotions in a timeless portrait of our attempts to communicate, cohabitate, and love. The score encompasses everything from French-style dances to exquisite laments and elaborate choruses. Its diversity and richness are a shining example of Purcell’s brilliance, securing its status as an enduring masterpiece. Staged at the Roslyn Packer Theatre, The Fairy Queen marks a significant moment for Pinchgut and a highlight of the 2025 season.