We caught up with the whirlwind behind Popera: Sex, Death & Politics to dive into a world where opera meets glitter, pop sass, and a hefty dose of feminist fire. With high notes, high drama, this cabaret gameshow turns tradition on its head.
About Popera: Sex Death and Politics
What is this Production about?
Popera: Sex, Death & Politics is an interactive cabaret gameshow that blends original pop and opera parody, all while tackling agesim and sexism in the performing arts — in silver sparkly boots and a red jumpsuit! It’s basically opera with Kath and Kim energy.
What character are you playing, and what can you share with us about them?
I play the gameshow host, a trained operatic soprano who hosts a gameshow that mixes pop and opera. But on the day of the show, her boyfriend/assistant Trevor doesn’t show up to work, and since the show must go on, she’s determined not to think about him…
What sort of person is going to love this show?
Anyone who loves pop, opera, divas — or honestly, anyone who loves a laugh! Popera has many…
What will the audience be thinking about in the car as they drive home after this show?
They’ll probably be singing “sex, death & politics! Popera! Popera!”… if you know, you know 😉
Call someone out by name: who must come see this production?
Opera singers! Opera students! Opera lovers! They’ll get every reference — or if they don’t, they’ll learn something new about the operas they love.
Who has the best costume?
Definitely me — knee-high silver, diamanted, stiletto boots, a tight red jumpsuit, a black tails jacket, a magnificent red robe, and a jaunty red circus hat?! Who could resist?
Is there anything else you’d like to add?
We’re doing an Auslan-interpreted and audio-described show (please bring your own device and headphones) on Sunday, April 13th!
Where can patrons purchase tickets to this production?
To book tickets to Popera: Sex Death and Politics, please visit https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/browse-shows/popera-sex-death-politics/.
Show Sessions run Sat 12 Apr & Sun 13 Apr: 4 pm and Sat 19 Apr & Sun 20 Apr: 4 pm at The Motley Bauhaus – Theatrette, 118 Elgin Street, Carlton.
Thank you for sharing your journey into the world of Popera with us! We can’t wait to see you dazzle in those knee-high silver boots and red jumpsuit. Best of luck with the show – it’s sure to be a night of laughter, glamour, and unforgettable tunes!
Other production interviews can be viewed here in our About The Production Series.
