AS the festive season swings into full gear, “From Figaro to Phantom” at City of Coffs Harbour’s Jetty Memorial Theatre offers a musical escape that feels both celebratory and indulgent.
Presented by Pot-Pourri, four of Australia’s finest voices, it’s a sweeping journey through Broadway and opera, from the playful intricacies of Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro, through the grandeur of Les Misérables, to the haunting melodies of The Phantom of the Opera.
Interspersed with contemporary favourites like “You Raise Me Up” and “Hallelujah”, From Figaro to Phantom is a show designed to delight everyone, from opera aficionados to those just looking for a sparkling night out.
Sopranos Tania de Jong AM and Rebecca Bode, tenor Jon Bode and baritone Jonathan Morton, accompanied by pianist Joyce Chahine, bring a polished ease to every note.
There is a precision to their harmonies, but also a warmth that makes the performance feel immediate and human.
Moments of drama give way to playful asides, soaring arias settle into intimate passages.
The programme manages to respect the original works while reinterpreting them in ways that feel alive and contemporary.
From Figaro to Phantom hits the stage on Saturday 6 December at 7:30 pm and Sunday 7 December at 1:00 pm.
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