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The Magic Pudding: The Opera
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Calvin Bowman, Anna Goldsworthy

The Magic Pudding: The Opera

15–30 May 2026 The Round, Darebin Arts Centre, Bunjil Place

The Magic Pudding is back and tastier than ever!

“An absolute joy.”
— ★★★★, Herald Sun

Victorian Opera is bringing its adored adaptation of Norman Lindsay’s classic The Magic Pudding to the stage for an unmissable return season.

Filled with a measure of musical magic, deliciously playful costumes and a hearty helping of theatrical magic, this dinky-di delight brings Lindsay’s larrikinism to life.

This Australian classic has enchanted generations with its much-loved characters Albert the Pudding, Bunyip Bluegum, Bill Barnacle, Sam Sawnoff as well as those mischievous Puddin’ thieves.

Director Elizabeth Hill-Cooper lovingly realises this production with Victorian Opera’s Head of Music Phoebe Briggs conducting a chamber orchestra.

Perfect for pudding-lovers of all ages!

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Creatives & Cast

CREDITS

Composer
Calvin Bowman

Librettist
Anna Goldsworthy after Norman Lindsay’s original work

Based on the book by Norman Lindsay

CREATIVE TEAM

Conductor
Phoebe Briggs

Original Director
Cameron Menzies

Remount Director
Elizabeth Hill-Cooper

Set & Costume Designer
Chloe Greaves

Original Lighting Designer
Peter Darby

Lighting Designer
Robert Brown

Orchestra
Victorian Opera Chamber Orchestra

Ticket Information

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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.
  • Family Group starts at 4 tickets (with at least 1 Adult ticket).
  • We strongly advise that tickets should only be purchased via authorised ticket sellers. Tickets purchased through unauthorised sellers cannot be guaranteed entrance.
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Pricing | $33

Price type
One Reserve
Adult
$33
Concession
$27
Senior
$29
30yrs & Under
$24
Child (14yrs & Under)
$22
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  • Printed tickets via Australia Post – Standard mail $5.00 / Registered Post $8.00
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Tickets

Available from Monday 27 October, 10:00am.

Pricing | $42

Price type
One reserve
Adult
$42
Concession
$34
Senior
$37
30yrs & Under
$30
Child (14yrs & Under)
$28
Group (6+)
$35
Family Offer (Group 4+)
$28
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Fees & Charges:

  • The Round – $4.00 per transaction (not per ticket) for online or phone orders. Delivery fees may apply.
  • Darebin Arts Centre – $4.00 per transaction (not per ticket) for online or phone orders. Delivery fees may apply.
  • Bunjil Place – $3.50 per transaction (not per ticket) for online or phone orders. Delivery fees may apply.

School bookings | Access All Areas

School bookings for The Magic Pudding: The Opera are currently available as part of Season 2026 Access All Areas: Livestream Program . This program provides Primary School students an exciting backstage pass to the opera.

Presented across four 25-minute workshops online, each workshop showcases a different aspect of staging an opera: the voice, design, technical production and the orchestra. Access All Areas concludes with watching The Magic Pudding: The Opera in-theatre, streamed live or on demand. This program is supported by Education Resources and associated activities.

For enquires please contact our Education Team by email or phone (03) 9012 6659 (Monday to Friday, 10:00am – 4:30pm).

Need Assistance?

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

  • The Round (03) 9262 6555
  • Darebin Arts Centre (03) 8470 8280
  • Bunjil Place (03)  9709 9700
  • If you are unable to contact the ticket seller, phone us on (03) 9001 6400 (Option 1) or email us

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If you or a member of your household is unwell or displaying symptoms of a contagious illness before a performance, please stay home and rest.

To exchange or refund your tickets due to illness, contact us prior to your performance via email or phone (03) 9001 6400 (Option 1).

Behind The Scenes

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The Round

379-399 Whitehorse Rd, Nunawading 3131

Darebin Arts Centre

401 Bell St, Preston 3072

Bunjil Place

2 Patrick Northeast Drive, Narre Warren, Victoria, 3805

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