Jacopo AMIGONI<br/> <em>Portrait group: The singer Farinelli and friends</em> (c. 1750-1752) <!-- (recto) --><br /> oil on canvas<br /> 172.8 x 245.1 cm<br /> National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne<br /> Felton Bequest, 1950<br /> 2226-4<br /> <!--3701-->

Melbourne Opera: Farinelli and Friends

Sat 20 Sep, 1.30 & 2.30pm

Jacopo AMIGONI<br/> <em>Portrait group: The singer Farinelli and friends</em> (c. 1750-1752) <!-- (recto) --><br /> oil on canvas<br /> 172.8 x 245.1 cm<br /> National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne<br /> Felton Bequest, 1950<br /> 2226-4<br /> <!--3701-->

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2025 NGV Annual Appeal

This year, the NGV is seeking your support to help us secure Ernst Ludwig Kirchner’s Officer and waitress (Offizier und Kellnerin), 1915 for the Gallery’s Collection.

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Discover a story of fame, friendship, and forbidden love through the 18th-century portrait of celebrated Italian singer Farinelli hosted by Melbourne Opera Head of Music, Raymond Lawrence. Then watch the drama soar as Melbourne Opera brings his most iconic works to life, featuring countertenor Austin Haynes with a string ensemble performing live in the heart of the Gallery.

This program is part of NGV Italia, supported by the Italian Australian Foundation.

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