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Arthur Sullivan, W.S. Gilbert

Iolanthe

30 January – 3 February 2027 Palais Theatre

Delight in Gilbert and Sullivan’s farcical story of fairies and their foes!

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A sprinkling of fairy dust will brighten summer in St Kilda as Victorian Opera returns to the Palais Theatre with Gilbert and Sullivan’s enchanting comic operetta, Iolanthe.

Being a fairy has its perks, but fairy law is unforgiving. Twenty-five years ago, Iolanthe was banished from fairyland for marrying a mere mortal. When she is summoned to return, fairy magic collides with the British House of Lords… cue romance, rivalry and ridiculous misunderstandings.

Bringing her signature sparkle to the stage, Australia’s favourite leading lady Rhonda Burchmore stars as the Queen of the Fairies. Stephen Anderson, one of musical theatre’s most versatile performers, takes on the role of the Queen of the Fairies’ chief adversary: the pompous Lord Chancellor, a towering pillar of the English judiciary.

Following the sold-out success of The Pirates of Penzance (2026), Artistic Director Stuart Maunder and conductor James Pratt reunite for another irreverent Gilbert and Sullivan classic.

Delight in this farcical story of fairies and their foes!

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Dates, Venue & Info

Palais Theatre
Tickets: $39 – $175 *

Saturday 30 January, 7:30pm
Monday 1 February, 7:30pm
Tuesday 2 February, 7:30pm
Wednesday 3 February, 2:00pm
Wednesday 3 February, 7:30pm

Language
Sung in English

Duration
2 hours and 20 minutes, including interval

* Fees may apply. See details in Ticketing Information.

Creatives & Cast

CREDITS

Composer
Arthur Sullivan

Librettist
W.S. Gilbert

CREATIVE TEAM

Conductor
James Pratt

Director
Stuart Maunder

Set and Costume Designer
Simone Romaniuk

Chorographer & Assistant Director
Anna Tsirigotis

CAST

The Queen of the Fairies
Rhonda Burchmore

Lord Chancellor
Stephen Anderson

Strephon
Alexander Lewis

Phyllis
Rachael Joyce

Iolanthe
Margaret Trubiano

Lord Mountararat
Jeremy Kleeman

Lord Tolloller
Douglas Kelly

Private Willis
Kiran Rajasingam

Celia
Alessia Pintabona

Leila
Aylish Ryan

ORCHESTRA
Orchestra Victoria

Ticket Information

Details

Concessions include: Pension and Health Care Card holders, full-time Students, and MEAA members. Companion Card ticketing available.

Other Discounts available: Seniors Card holders, 30yrs & Under, Child (14yrs & Under), and Arts Access Victoria members.

Terms & Conditions

  • All children up to 14 years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years.
  • We strongly advise that tickets should only be purchased via authorised ticket sellers. Tickets purchased through unauthorised sellers cannot be guaranteed entrance.
  • Prices are correct at time of publishing and may vary.
  • Subscription discounts are calculated on full-priced tickets.
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Pricing | $35-$140

Price type
Premium
A-Reserve
B-Reserve
C-Reserve
D-Reserve
Adult
$140
$116
$79
$55
$35
Concession
$132
$108
$71
$47
$35
Senior
$136
$112
$75
$51
$35
30yrs & Under
$132
$30
$30
$30
$30
Child (14yrs & Under)
$24
$24
$24
$24
$24
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There are no additional transaction or service charge fees on Subscriptions. Delivery fees apply for post only.

Subscription ticket delivery options:

  • Printed tickets via Australia Post – Standard mail $5.00 / Registered Post $8.00
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Tickets

Pricing | $39-$175 (On sale 13 October 2027)

Price type
Premium
A-Reserve
B-Reserve
C-Reserve
D-Reserve
Adult
$175
$145
$99
$69
$39
Concession
$165
$135
$89
$59
$39
Senior
$170
$140
$94
$64
$39
30yrs & Under
$30
$30
$30
Child (14yrs & Under)
$30
$30
$30
$30
$30
Group (6-9)
$165
$135
$89
$59
$39
Family Adult (2 Adlt / 2 Ch)
$165
$145
$89
$59
$39
Family Child (2 Adlt / 2 Ch)
$30
$30
$30
$30
$30
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Ticketmaster Fees & Charges: A Ticketmaster handling fee from $7.80 per transaction applies. A delivery fee may apply depending on the mode of delivery selected.

Group (10+) and School

Group (10+) pricing | $39-$148

Price Type
Premium
A-Reserve
B-Reserve
C-Reserve
D-Reserve
Groups (10+)
$148
$131
$84
$58
$39
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How to book for Groups (10+)

  • Purchase for large groups by via email or phone our team on (03) 9001 6400 (Option 1).
  • Group (10+) booking can be paid by invoice or credit card.
  • Groups (6-9) can be made via Ticketmaster via the ticketing links above.

School Group pricing | $25

Price type
Premium
A-Reserve
B-Reserve
C-Reserve
D-Reserve
Student
$25
$25
$25
Teacher - 1 free per 10 students
$0
$0
$0
Teacher - Additional
$25
$25
$25
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How to make a School booking

  • Purchase for a school group by email or phone our Education team on (03) 9012 6659.
  • School Groups receive 1 complimentary teacher tickets for every 10 Students booked. Additional teachers can book at Student rate.
  • All performances are accompanied by education resources.

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Ticket bookings: contact the nominated ticket seller or original point of purchase.

  • Palais Theatre (03) 8537 7677 (Option 1: be directed to a Ticketmaster)
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Palais Theatre

Lower Esplanade, St Kilda VIC 3182

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