We are delighted to reveal that renowned artist Diego Torre will featured performer at the 2026 Italian Opera Foundation Australia Annual Gala Dinner. Known globally as a leading interpreter of the Italian dramatic repertoire, Diego Torre will bring his extraordinary power and passion to the stage at Le Montage on Friday, 8 May 2026. Guests […]

The Italian Opera Foundation Australia is delighted to celebrate the return of Handa Opera at Millthorpe in 2026 – an expanded four-day festival featuring world-class artists, including two exceptional performers associated with the Italian Opera Foundation: Andrew Williams, our 2025 Stars of Tomorrow First Prize Winner, and Natalie Aroyan, one of our distinguished past scholarship […]

The Italian Opera Foundation Australia is thrilled to announce the winners of our 2025 Stars of Tomorrow concert, held on Sunday 29 June at City Recital Hall. First Prize ($15,000)Andrew Williams, Baritone Second Prize ($7,500)Thomas Strong, Tenor People’s Choice ($1,000)Esther Song, Soprano Each finalist delivered a powerful and moving performance and we congratulate Andrew, Thomas […]

The Italian Opera Foundation Australia was proud to present Stars of Tomorrow on Sunday 29 June 2025 at City Recital Hall – an extraordinary evening that showcased eight of the country’s most exciting emerging opera singers. Each finalist delivered breathtaking performances of beloved arias from Puccini, Verdi, Handel and more, offering audiences a glimpse into […]