Neil Armfield’s ‘Julius Caesar’ Opens to Rave Reviews

Handel’s Julius Caesar presented by Pinchgut Opera opened last week at the City Recital Hall in Sydney. Directed by Neil Armfield, he brings a fresh perspective to this masterpiece with a superb cast and creative team.

“This five-star opera is a dizzying triumph…Neil Armfield’s production of Handel’s Julius Caesar, first performed 300 years ago, is a vintage Pinchgut Opera creation for its cheeky boldness, superb musicality, freshness and delight.” ★★★★★ Sydney Morning Herald

“Armfield’s direction is full of inventive moments that not only sustain the da capo passages of each aria but create a narrative of continuously creative diversion.” ★★★★★ Sydney Morning Herald

“A standing ovation, accompanied by thunderous stamping feet, cries of "bravo", and increasing rounds of applause after each aria, signalled the triumphant success of Pinchgut Opera’s premiere of George Frideric Handel’s Julius Caesar.” Australian Stage

Running until 27 November 2024 at the City Recital Hall in Sydney.