Tickets to Puccini's 'Madama Butterfly' at the Sydney Opera House
Experience the magic of Puccini’s famous and beloved opera, ‘Madama Butterfly’. In this unforgettable performance directed by Moffatt Oxenbould AM, you’ll immerse yourself in a stunning production with exquisite costumes and an unforgettable score. Make your Sydney Opera House experiecne one to remember with seats of your choosing at a world-famous production, and witness sopranos Guanqun Yu and Vittoria Yeo making their Australian debut following performances across Europe and America, now alongside Australian star Olivia Cranwell.
Inclusions
- Valid for one person (*recommended age 14+)
- Performance of Madama Butterfly at Sydney Opera House, performed in Italian with English and Simplified Chinese surtitles
- A choice of either A, B, C, D, House Reserve or Premium ticket
- Running time: Approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes, including one interval
- Venue: Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point, Sydney
- 7:30pm on select nights (see Booking Calendar), until 25 March 2026
Pricing & availability
Things to know
- Bookings are essential at least 24 hours in advance. Should Opera Australia need to contact you regarding your reservation, they will do so via the email/phone number you have supplied upon making your booking
- Present printed or smartphone voucher upon arrival
Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.
100% refund to your original payment method or credits
- Up to 7 days after purchase
- As long as 48 hours before booking date
Non-refundable
- From 48 hours before the booking date
Availability:
- Selected dates: 7.30pm showings
- Venue: Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point, Sydney
- Guests are recommended to arrive early to avoid rushing. Ushers will close the doors at show time and may not allow latecomers in until there is a suitable pause in the performance
Important:
- Exclusions: Preferred seat allocation, food, drinks and merchandise
- You will be allocated the best available seats for your chosen seating category
- Running time: Approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes, including one interval
- Performed in Italian with English and Simplified Chinese surtitles
- There are no age limits, but this opera is recommended for ages 8+
- All children occupying a seat or aged 2+ must hold a valid ticket
- While it is fun to dress up for the opera, there is no mandatory dress code. An extra layer is advised because it can get cold in the theatre
Terms & Conditions:
- Ticket prices are subject to change without notice
- Your ticket is only valid for the seating area, date and time specified at the time of purchase
- Persons aged under 15 years old must be accompanied by an adult at all times
- All bookings and admission for Opera Australia events are subject to the General Terms and Conditions for Tickets and Admission (as updated from time to time) to Events available online at https://opera.org.au/terms-and-conditions
- Late arrivals and no-shows voids offer
Please Note:
- Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
- Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date
Important:
The venue you are attending may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit
We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website
Opera Australia
Opera Australia is a premier performing arts company with a mission to perform some of the greatest music ever written and share unforgettable stage experiences with as many people as possible, with more than 600 annual performances. Showcasing global and home-grown talent with their powerful, innovative projects, Opera Australia is committed to artistic excellence and entertaining newcomers and opera devotees alike.