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Iolanthe

Delight in Gilbert and Sullivan’s farcical story of fairies and their foes!

VIC
Jan – Feb 2027
2 hours & 30 mins

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Tickets from $39*

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January 2027Sat 30February 2027Mon 1 · Tue 2 · Wed 3
Palais Theatre

Performance times:

Saturday 30 January, 7:30pm
Monday 1 February, 7:30pm
Tuesday 2 February, 7:30pm
Wednesday 3 February, 2:00pm
Wednesday 3 February, 7:30pm

Adult (full-price):
Premium - $175
A-reserve - $145
B-reserve - $99
C-reserve - $69
D-reserve - $39

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About

A sprinkling of fairy dust will brighten summer in St Kilda as Victorian Opera returns to the Palais Theatre with Gilbert and Sullivan’s enchanting comic operetta, Iolanthe.

Being a fairy has its perks, but fairy law is unforgiving. Twenty-five years ago, Iolanthe was banished from fairyland for marrying a mere mortal. When she is summoned to return, fairy magic collides with the British House of Lords... cue romance, rivalry and ridiculous misunderstandings.

Bringing her signature sparkle to the stage, Australia’s favourite leading lady Rhonda Burchmore stars as the Queen of the Fairies. Stephen Anderson, one of musical theatre’s most versatile performers, takes on the role of the Queen of the Fairies’ chief adversary: the pompous Lord Chancellor, a towering pillar of the English judiciary.

Following the sold-out success of The Pirates of Penzance (2026), Artistic Director Stuart Maunder and conductor James Pratt reunite for another irreverent Gilbert and Sullivan classic.

Delight in this farcical story of fairies and their foes!

Venue

Palais Theatre

Lower Esplanade, St Kilda, VIC, 3182

Get directions What's on at Palais Theatre Where to sit

Palais Theatre is a restored live-performance venue on St Kilda’s Lower Esplanade, next to Luna Park. Known as a home for live music, its auditorium also welcomes comedy, family entertainment and orchestral performances, placing audiences close to the foreshore and the heart of St Kilda.

Getting there

Tram: Routes 16, 96 and weekend route 3a stop at Luna Park/The Esplanade, Stop 138, about a one-minute walk away.

Bus: Routes 246, 600, 922 and 923 stop within a short walk of the theatre.

Car: St Kilda Triangle Car Park on Marine Parade is the venue’s closest listed option, about a one-minute walk away. Most local parking is paid.

Accessibility

The Lower Esplanade entrance and route to the front of the Ground Level auditorium are step-free. Accessible seating is provided in Stalls Rows AA and WW and Lounge Row D; a lift reaches Level 1, with accessible toilets on both levels. Book accessible tickets online through Ticketmaster or call 1300 446 925. Companion Cards are accepted, and assistance animals are welcome.

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

Good to know

Where is Iolanthe on?

Iolanthe is on at Palais Theatre in Melbourne.

When is Iolanthe on?

Iolanthe is on in Melbourne on Sat 30 Jan, Mon 1 Feb, Tue 2 Feb and Wed 3 Feb 2027. Dates and session times can change, so check the ticket seller when you book.

How much are tickets to Iolanthe?

Tickets for Iolanthe start from $39*. *Prices are subject to booking fees and ticket conditions.

How long is Iolanthe?

The running time of Iolanthe is 2 hours & 30 mins.

Where can I buy tickets to Iolanthe?

Choose your tickets on this page, then you'll book directly with the official ticket seller (Ticketmaster). TIX promotes the show; your booking, tickets and any changes are handled by the ticket seller.

Ticket conditions

*Additional fees including Booking, Credit Card & Handling charges may be levied at purchase. Ticket prices are subject to availability. Specific price categories may sell out and ticket prices are subject to change at any time.

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