Sydney Opera House 'Faust' Performance Ticket

A Deal with the Devil: Faust

Weary of life and the vain pursuit of knowledge, the aged scholar Faust calls on the devil in despair. Méphistophélès appears and offers him every pleasure and his youth in exchange for his soul after death. The young Faust falls at first sight for Marguerite, the beautiful and innocent woman Méphistophélès shows him.

Marguerite at first rejects him but eventually falls in love, yet their happiness does not last. Faust abandons her, and her life spirals into tragedy. When Faust finally returns and urges her to flee with him, Marguerite pushes him away and prays to God for salvation. Will Faust pay the price for his choice?

A Spectacular Staging in 1870s Paris

Sir David McVicar's grand production is set amid the decadence and debauchery of 1870s Paris. Charles Edwards' sets recreate iconic Paris landmarks, including the colourful Cabaret de l'Enfer, an opera box from the Palais Garnier and the organ loft of Notre-Dame, with lavish costumes by Brigitte Reiffenstuel. Conducted by Nikolas Nägele, featuring Stefan Pop (Faust), Siobhan Stagg (Marguerite) and Rafał Siwek (Méphistophélès).

Seating Information

House Seats (Mint Green):
A tier above Premium, offering the best views and acoustics.

Premium Seats (Pink):
The ideal vantage point for the performers' expressions (Level 1) or the overall stage composition (Level 2).

A Reserve (Orange):
Views comparable to Premium, balancing the immediacy of Level 1 with a stable overview from Level 2.

B Reserve (Light Green):
Mainly in the central blocks, offering a central view and superb sound at a reasonable price.

C Reserve (Navy Blue):
Great value for a panoramic view of the stage and the grand opera sound.

D Reserve (Yellow):
Further from the stage, but ideal for enjoying the overall atmosphere of the Opera House at an economical price.

E Reserve (Green):
The most affordable tier, best for experiencing the Opera House's excellent acoustics rather than visual detail.