Opera Eucalyptus is a lush adaptation of Murray Bail’s novel – with a modern twist
- Written by Moya Costello, Adjunct Lecturer, Southern Cross University
Opera AustraliaMy first curiosities about the new opera Eucalyptus, an adaptation of Murray Bail’s multi-award-winning 1998 novel, were regarding how Ellen and the many stories told to her by her ultimately successful suitor would be portrayed.
Would Ellen be a victim of the plans of men, or would she forge her own path, as she does in the...





