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Who is Fleuranne Brockway?
I\u2019m an opera singer from Attadale, Perth \u2013 more specifically, a mezzo-soprano (so I sing that little bit lower). I went to Santa Maria College and studied at the University of Western Australia before heading overseas to keep learning and performing. I\u2019m now based in Germany.<\/p>\n
Opera has taken me to some incredible places, but I still feel very connected to home. Outside of music, I\u2019m a croquet tragic \u2013 I\u2019ve actually represented both Western Australia and Australia in the sport \u2013 a keen baker (especially when I should be doing something else), a movie lover, and someone who\u2019ll happily travel for good food or a beautiful view.<\/p>\n
At the heart of it, I love connecting \u2013 through music, through stories, and through the kind of moments that remind us we\u2019re all a little more alike than we think.<\/p>\n
What would you do differently from what you do now?
I\u2019d focus more on balance \u2013 travelling, spending time with friends, and making space for life outside of work. Living overseas for music can feel all-consuming, but I\u2019ve learned that looking after the whole person behind the voice is part of singing well. We are our instruments, and we need care too.<\/p>\n
Who inspires you and why?
My mentors, Gregory Yurisich and Megan Sutton, have been a huge source of inspiration. They\u2019ve lived this life and offered so much wisdom, honesty, and support along the way. I also really admire fellow Australian singers like Nicole Car \u2013 watching someone balance a thriving international career with family and a grounded personal life reminds me that it\u2019s possible to have both artistry and wholeness.<\/p>\n
And I\u2019m constantly inspired by singers who support each other \u2013 those who lift others up, share knowledge generously, and celebrate each other\u2019s wins. This career can be tough, but seeing that kind of solidarity reminds me that we rise together, not alone.<\/p>\n
What would you do to make a difference in the world?
Use my voice \u2013 literally and figuratively \u2013 to connect people through story and emotion. I think there\u2019s something powerful about making others feel seen and understood. And maybe also bake them something delicious while I\u2019m at it.<\/p>\n
Favourite holiday destination and why?
I love Italy. Some of my favourite memories are from staying in Rapallo, in Liguria, and taking the bus to Portofino every day \u2013 it honestly felt like stepping into a James Bond film. That mix of sea, sunshine, and a bit of glamour is hard to beat.<\/p>\n
Since I live in Germany now, Australia is always my first choice when it comes to travel \u2013 but that feels more like coming home than going on a holiday. It\u2019s where my heart resets.<\/p>\n
When friends come to town, what attraction would you take them to, and why?
I\u2019ve had good practice answering this one \u2013 I get a lot of questions about Perth! Our beaches are honestly some of the best in the world, so I\u2019d take them straight to Cottesloe with some fish and chips. There\u2019s nothing like watching the sun set over the Indian Ocean with sand between your toes and salt on your chips.<\/p>\n
What are you currently reading?
The Source by Dr. Tara Swart \u2013 I\u2019m really interested in mindset work and how we can rewire the way we think. It\u2019s been a great companion on the road.<\/p>\n
What are you currently listening to?
It\u2019s a bit of a mix! I\u2019m into Kyoryu by The Last Dinosaurs, Chappell Roan, and also revisiting A Little Night Music by Sondheim. He was a genius \u2013 the way he writes for the voice and the mind is just unmatched. It\u2019s music that makes you feel and think at the same time.<\/p>\n
Happiness is?
Happiness is a practice. It\u2019s being surrounded by loved ones, doing things that give you purpose, and learning to truly love and care for yourself. It\u2019s in the small moments \u2013 connection, kindness, and showing up for yourself and others, even when it\u2019s hard.<\/p>\n
What does the future hold for you?
I\u2019m about to sing Suzuki in Madama Butterfly \u2013 a role I was lucky enough to perform at the Bregenz Festival for over 7,000 people each night on the lake. I\u2019ve always loved Puccini\u2019s music \u2013 even if he didn\u2019t exactly write much for mezzos! It\u2019s not just beautiful, it\u2019s devastatingly human. His storytelling builds you up, then breaks your heart in the most unforgettable way.<\/p>\n
This time, I\u2019ll be performing it with West Australian Opera \u2013 the company where I started my career. And it will be the first time in seven years that my family will hear me perform live again. That means everything to me. So much of this journey has happened far from home, and to finally share it with the people who\u2019ve supported me from a distance\u2026 it feels like a dream come true.<\/p>\n