2K views · 81 reactions | ON THIS DAY: Dame Joan Sutherland bids farewell to the stage. A historic gala performance of Les Huguenots, starring one of the world's greatest singers, was filmed live at the Sydney Opera House 30 years ago today. It is now available to stream in full: https://bit.ly/30bR8gP | Opera Australia | Facebook

Joan Sutherland and Luciano Pavarotti perform 'Brindisi' from Verdi's 'La Traviata'. The two opera greats are conducted by Richard Bonynge at the Sydney Opera House in 1983. | ABC Classic

1.8K views · 71 reactions | Dame Joan Sutherland was dubbed La Stupenda by audiences of Venice's La Fenice theater in 1960 after her performance. Her friend and frequent collabroator, Luciano Pavarotti, called Sutherland the "Voice of the Century." Take a listen to Sutherland performing "Casta Diva" from Norma. | Opera Carolina | Facebook