Julia Ogas, our NGSE viola player has quickly settled into Melbourne and her very busy music schedule. She is performing with the Melbourne Opera during its forthcoming Puccini anniversary series and also the Melbourne Youth Orchestra. Thanks to Alan Seale and Elias Lebbos for organising this marvellous opportunity for all concerned.
 
Julia is pictured with Liz Williams during ‘homestay rehearsal’. [photo attached]
 
Melbourne Opera has very kindly offered RCM members the opportunity to book Puccini performance tickets- La Boheme and Suor Angelica & Puccini Gala- at reduced prices. Performances are at the Athenaeum Theatre. Julia will be performing on viola and also at a Club meeting before she departs.
 
Dates and booking details for the Puccini performances are below:
 
La Boheme:                                
Sunday 15 September – 3.00 pm
Wednesday 18 September – 7.30 pm
Saturday 21 September – 3.00 pm
Tuesday 24 September – 7.30 pm
 
Suor Angelica & Puccini Gala:   
Sunday 22 September – 3.00 pm
Wednesday 25 September – 7.30 pm