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Mischa Maisky in Recital with Lily Maisky

Legendary cellist Mischa Maisky and his daughter, acclaimed pianist Lily Maisky, share the stage for one night only in Melbourne and Sydney.

  • VIC · NSW
  • Nov 2026
  • 2 hours incl. interval
Mischa Maisky in Recital with Lily Maisky

About

The program moves from songs by Schubert, Schumann, Brahms and Mendelssohn, reimagined for the singing voice of the cello, to Rachmaninoff in Mischa’s own arrangements and Shostakovich’s powerful Sonata for Cello and Piano.

Mischa is the only cellist in the world to have studied with both Mstislav Rostropovich and Gregor Piatigorsky. Rostropovich praised his playing for combining “poetry and exquisite delicacy with great temperament and brilliant technique.” Born in Latvia and educated in Russia, he has performed in London, Paris, Berlin, Vienna, New York and Tokyo, with conductors including Leonard Bernstein, Zubin Mehta, Daniel Barenboim and Gustavo Dudamel, and alongside artists such as Martha Argerich, Itzhak Perlman and Janine Jansen.

An exclusive Deutsche Grammophon artist for more than 30 years, he has made over 35 recordings, and his Bach Cello Suite No. 1 has passed 45 million views on YouTube. In 2018 he released the very personal album Adagietto with Lily. His recordings have won the Record Academy Prize in Tokyo, the Grand Prix du Disque and the Diapason d’Or, as well as several Grammy nominations.

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Venue

Arts Centre Melbourne

Arts Centre Melbourne

100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC, 3004

Arts Centre Melbourne brings together several performance spaces beside the Yarra River, including Hamer Hall and the Theatres Building. Beneath the Spire, the Theatres Building houses the 2,000-seat Ian Potter State Theatre, the 884-seat Playhouse and the intimate Fairfax Studio, presenting theatre, ballet, opera, music and more.

Getting there

Tram: Routes 1, 3, 5, 6, 16, 64, 67 and 72 stop outside at Arts Precinct, Stop 14.

Train: Flinders Street Station is the closest station; Town Hall Station connects to it by an underground walkway. From Swanston Street, cross Princes Bridge towards the venue.

Car: Arts Centre Melbourne’s undercover car park is open 24 hours. Precinct works can affect surrounding traffic, so allow extra travel time.

Accessibility

All levels of the Theatres Building and Hamer Hall are wheelchair accessible by lift, with wheelchair spaces subject to availability and accessible toilets across both buildings. Major venues have assistive hearing systems, and Companion Cards are accepted for ticketed events. Accessible seats can be booked online or by calling 1300 182 183; contact the venue in advance if transferring from a wheelchair.

Access arrangements can change, so please confirm with the venue before you go.

Good to know

How long is Mischa Maisky in Recital?
About 2 hours, including a 20-minute interval.
What will Mischa and Lily Maisky play?
Songs by Schubert, Schumann, Brahms and Mendelssohn arranged for cello and piano, Rachmaninoff in Mischa Maisky’s own arrangements, and Shostakovich’s Sonata for Cello and Piano.
When and where are the performances?
Melbourne: Friday 6 November 2026 at 7:30pm, Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne. Sydney: Sunday 8 November 2026 at 7:30pm, Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House.
Where is Mischa Maisky in Recital with Lily Maisky on?
Mischa Maisky in Recital with Lily Maisky is on at Arts Centre Melbourne and Sydney Opera House.
When is Mischa Maisky in Recital with Lily Maisky on?
Mischa Maisky in Recital with Lily Maisky is on in Melbourne on Fri 6 Nov 2026 and Sydney on Sun 8 Nov 2026. Dates and session times can change, so check the ticket seller when you book.
How much are tickets to Mischa Maisky in Recital with Lily Maisky?
Tickets for Mischa Maisky in Recital with Lily Maisky start from $59*. Lasttix offers start from $38.35*. *Prices are subject to booking fees and ticket conditions.
How long is Mischa Maisky in Recital with Lily Maisky?
The running time of Mischa Maisky in Recital with Lily Maisky is 2 hours incl. interval.
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