Opera in the Pa 2025 is at the Sir Howard Morrison Centre on 2nd March!

Join us in welcoming some of the country's best operatic talent, all accompanied by the exceptional concert pianist, Ludwig Treviranus.

This year's performance promises to be a mesmerizing blend of talent and passion, curated and directed by Claire Caldwell, so prepare to be transported into a world of operatic splendor as she is known for her work with the finest operatic talent in New Zealand. Don't miss the return of the Opera in the Pa Youth Choir, led by the talented Ruakiri Fairhall who will also MC the concert, a former Opera in the Pa performer. Get ready for an unforgettable evening of operatic brilliance and vocal harmony!

ARTISTS

• International bass singer Eddie Muliaumaseali'I

• Renowned English mezzo soprano Sarah Sweeting

• Arrowtown’s Austin Haynes, countertenor

• Musical director Claire Caldwell

• Samoan-German pianist and composer, Ludwig Treviranus

• Rotorua and Kawerau's own Nikau Grace Chater

• Nathan Hauraki, a tenor from Tāmaki Makaurau.