Operatunity Launches 25th Anniversary Celebrations with Rodgers & Hammerstein and Friends

Touring 14 January - 17 February 2026

A Magical Morning of Broadway’s Golden Age...

This enchanting concert invites audiences to step into the timeless world of Rodgers & Hammerstein, the legendary duo behind some of Broadway’s most iconic and beloved musicals. Featuring unforgettable melodies, soaring harmonies, and stirring storytelling, the show will showcase classic songs from The Sound of Music, Oklahoma!, South Pacific, Carousel, The King and I, and more.

Leading the stellar cast is Operatunity favourite and renowned baritone Russell Dixon, whose rich voice and charismatic stage presence have delighted audiences for decades. He is joined by a dazzling lineup of artists, bringing to life hits such as Shall We Dance, Climb Every Mountain, Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’, Oklahoma!, If I Loved You, On The Street Where You Live and many more.

Alongside the works of Rodgers & Hammerstein, the concert also features songs by their contemporaries — other musical theatre greats whose melodies helped shape Broadway’s golden era.

“This concert is a heartfelt tribute to the music that has stood the test of time,” says Westend star Russell Dixon. “There’s something truly magical about these songs — they speak to love, hope, and human connection in a way that still moves audiences today.”

Rodgers & Hammerstein and Friends is the first in a series of special concerts throughout 2026, marking 25 years of Operatunity concerts across New Zealand. With nearly 1 million tickets sold and hundreds of New Zealand artists employed, Operatunity has become one of the country’s most treasured live performance companies.