Cendrillon
Cinderella

The Melbourne Conservatorium of Music's Masters of Opera presents Massenet's 1895 rendition of the classic fairytale. Experience the enchanting tale of Cinderella through the captivating and whimsical music of nineteenth-century France. In this version of the tale, Pandolfe, a humble country gentleman, has wed the commanding Madame de la Haltière, a countess with a sharp temper. Together with her two daughters, Madame de la Haltière mistreats Pandolfe’s daughter from his first marriage, Lucette—who is known as Cendrillon. Despite her misfortune, Lucette is granted a magical chance by her fairy godmother to attend a royal ball, where she catches the eye of the prince. At the stroke of midnight, she must flee, leaving behind a single glass slipper. The prince embarks on a search for the slipper’s owner, and when it fits Lucette perfectly, a joyful celebration ensues as the prince and his newfound love look forward to a blissful life together. 

Mia Koutsoumidis will be playing the role of Madame de la Haltiere.

Dates and Times: 6th & 8th November 2025, 7:30pm      
Union Theatre, Parkville, Melbourne
Language: French with English surtitles