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​Wellington Opera proudly presents Manon, one of the most popular and enduring works in French opera, starring internationally acclaimed Kiwi opera couple Amina Edris and Pene Pati, alongside Phillip Rhodes.

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Amina Edris enchants audiences worldwide with her radiant soprano voice and captivating stage presence, while Pene Pati is beloved by many for his role in the chart-topping trio Sol3 Mio, and has since become one of the most sought-after tenors on the global stage. We welcome Phillip Rhodes back to the company following his previous critically acclaimed performances.

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Wellington Opera brings these wonderful Kiwi artists home to perform this sumptuous masterpiece at the St James Theatre, Wellington with French conductor Romain Dumas and Aotearoa’s renowned opera director Sara Brodie.

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For one week only 1-7 August 2026.​

“Amina Edris literally brought the Opera Bastille to their knees thanks to her unparalleled portrayal of the title role”  - Paris, 15 June 2025​​​

Manon – Amina Edris

 Le Chevalier des Grieux – Pene Pati

Lescaut – Phillip Rhodes

Conductor – Romain Dumas

Director – Sara Brodie

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Presenting the best of Aotearoa New Zealand artists in opera, at home

Pictured: Teddy Tahu Rhodes Scarpia in Tosca, 2024

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