1) Swap seats for sand between your toes

Splash out for a low beach deck chair in A-reserve or spread out on the sand in B and C-reserve. This is a low-key, relaxed theatre event. Wear what you like and enjoy opera your own way.

2) Grand opera on the Gold Coast

Aida is the grandest opera of all. Be enthralled by the rich royal love triangle, the dramatic triumphal march (you’ll know it) and a plethora of captivating, Egyptian costumes. 

3) Passionate music and powerful stories that will move and shake you

This opera is by Verdi, one of the greatest composers of all time. That means you can expect magnificent music and a dramatic plot.

4) Everything’s better with bubbles

Take the stress out of dinner and a show. Arrive any time from five to enjoy an al fresco dinner with family or friends as the sun sets. Order drinks, gourmet snacks or a full meal from one of the specialty food and beverage outlets on site.

5) A spectacular set 

As if the view from the beach wasn’t special enough, two giant Pharaohs tower nearly 8m above the stage. (You’d never know it, but they’re carved out of polystyrene!).

6) Finish with a bang

For a send-off you'll never forget, there are more than 150 shots of fireworks let out into the night sky. 

7) The perfect weekend escape

Plan a weekend away on the Gold Coast for Opera on the Beach to enjoy the balmy nights and sunny days of September without the school holiday crowds. Aida on the Beach features some of Opera Australia’s finest performers, along with members of the Opera Australia Chorus, a Community Chorus, a magnificent orchestra and dancers.

Tickets to Opera on the Beach start at just $35. Book now here.

Written by Jennifer Williams.

Photo by Darcy Grant.