Cendrillon (Cinderella)

Presented by the Conservatorium Opera and Orchestral Performance & VCA Design and Production.

Composed by: Jules Massenet
Libretto by: Henri Cain
Conducted by: Paul Fitzsimon
Directed by: Johanna Allen

Experience the enchanting tale of Cinderella through the captivating and whimsical music of nineteenth-century France. In this version of the tale, Pandolfe, a humble country gentleman, has wed the commanding Madame de la Haltière, a countess with a sharp temper. Together with her two daughters, Madame de la Haltière mistreats Pandolfe’s daughter from his first marriage, Lucette—who is known as Cendrillon. Despite her misfortune, Lucette is granted a magical chance by her fairy godmother to attend a royal ball, where she catches the eye of the prince. At the stroke of midnight, she must flee, leaving behind a single glass slipper. The prince embarks on a search for the slipper’s owner, and when it fits Lucette perfectly, a joyful celebration ensues as the prince and his newfound love look forward to a blissful life together.

This performance is performed in French, and includes English surtitles.

Orchestral reduction by Tony Burke © Pocket Publications

Image Credit: Costume designs by Maya Anderson

Ticket Prices
General Admission: $15
Concession: $10

Run time
This performance will run for approximately 2 hours with one interval. Any latecomers will be admitted at the discretion of Front of House.

Venue
This performance takes place in Union Theatre, Level 2 of the Arts & Cultural Building of Parkville Campus.

ACCESSIBILITY

Union Theatre on Level 2 of the Arts & Cultural Building is wheelchair accessible via the Ground and 1st Floor lift. To read more about access services available at Union Theatre, please visit: https://students.unimelb.edu.au/student-life/campuses-and-facilities/arts-and-cultural-building

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Please stay home if you feel unwell, even with mild symptoms. Face masks are welcome in all settings for community and personal safety.  

• In order to account for drop-off in attendance, we overbook a select number of free events at the Faculty. If you have not arrived by the start of the performance, your ticket may be released to any waiting patrons at the door. Please arrive at the venue at least 15 minutes before the performance to secure your seat.  

• Admission to any of our concerts and events is strictly at the discretion of Front of House. We have zero tolerance for any disrespectful behaviour.