I was sitting in His Majesty’s Theatre with a friend who had never been to see the opera before. I whispered to her “If it’s good, you’ll know. You’ll feel it to your core."

Opera performed live is a uniquely thrilling experience. It’s hugely powerful and will give you goosebumps! The combination of soloists, the chorus, the costumes, the staging, all the emotion and the visuals are a feast for the eyes. It influenced my love of all things arts and theatre today.

Good opera can make you see, feel and hear the world differently. And it is for everyone.

I’d love you to have this wonderful experience. I’m giving away a trip to Sydney to see Puccini's spectacular Madama Butterfly – performed by Opera Australia and set against the backdrop of the Sydney Harbour. We’ll cover your flights, accommodation, and tickets.

This will be a truly memorable experience for a lucky winner.

Your ABC Radio Perth Drive presenter,

Jo Trilling

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