La Bohème: risks superficiality without buffers of historical distanceGale Edwards’ La Bohème delivers exquisite, emotive music; powerful vocal performances; and vibrant set and costume design. La Bohème is one of the world’s most popular and frequently staged operas. La Bohème: bold, striking and colourful setThe opera, originally set in Paris around 1830, is here relocated to 1930s Berlin. La Bohème: troubling male-female dynamics if seen through modern lensYet through a modern lens, the male-female dynamics feel disturbing. La Bohème will be performed at the Sydney Opera House until 20 September 2025.