And... I went with my dearest and oldest friend, (her lovely Ma has a subscription),
and...
we saw Carmen!
Here we are having a quick champagne beforehand. That is me on the right and Veronica on the left.
The entire experience was amazing. Highlights included; listening to the orchestra. A lovely reminder that music doesn't just come out of a little rectangle. Hearing Habanera sung so exquisitely, although as a child of the 1970s this image popped into my head during the performance! And in the tavern scene in Act 2, the cast performed a dance similar to the Pasodoble (my only knowledge of which comes from Strictly Ballroom though so I could be wrong) with tambourines that was a visual and orchestral feast for the senses.
Thank you Veronica for a truly wonderful experience.
Wow - how glamarous! And I love your handbag - is it vintage?
ReplyDeleteWait, you're blond? You are so very Lauren Jackson. But prettier. :)
ReplyDeleteHow gorgeous! That looks like a perfect night out. I love the pic of the champers in front of the Opera House, truly glamorous.
ReplyDeleteAh, Sweetie, what a gorgeous outing for you. But more importantly, how good do you look?! Seriously. You look divine. I'm so excited to see your sweet face. You should 'come out' more often! J x
ReplyDeleteopera at the sydney opera house...amazing. you look gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteI don't even know if Carmen is a musical or an opera - I know you follow me because I am so smart, right?! Looks like a great time :) So great to see your smiling face XOL
ReplyDeleteI loved the orchestra too when I saw La Traviata. It's a magical experience. You look gorgeous and your dress is lovely. Rachaelxx
ReplyDeleteThanks everyone for your lovely comments, we really did have a marvelous time!
ReplyDeleteJulia - I bought the handbag at a Salvo's store years ago, so maybe sort of vintage....
Loosy - must be the sunlight on my hair as I am quite dark!
Laura - it is an opera and you would recognise lots of the songs, especially Habanera!
Emma x
You look beautiful all dressed up for a lovely night. Sounds like fun thing to do with a great friend. xo
ReplyDeletelove that you got that gorgeous bag from the salvo's store!!! what a wonderful night...and you both look so relaxed and stunning!
ReplyDeleteWhat a treat Emma, a night on the town with a friend, and to the opera! I've only seen opera twice - The Marriage of Figaro and The Tempest. I found myself utterly riveted both times by the music. You both look gorgeous, and a glass of bubbles on a summer evening in front of the Opera House, how delightful.
ReplyDeleteDo you take the boys to the babies proms? I took Doots when we were in Sydney - utterly fantastic!