Events in Sydney

November

A double bill by Frederick Ashton

With two distinct worlds in the arts joining forces, Red Bull Symphonic will deliver a one-of-a-kind music experience, with Genesis Owusu.

May

Sydney Philharmonia Choirs and Orchestra takes you back to an era when Broadway's theatres exploded with the all-time favourite musicals that shaped our times – inside and outside the House.

June

Experience the awesome power of Hans Zimmer's film scores performed live in concert by the Sydney Symphony Orchestra and conductor Nicholas Buc.

Four-time GRAMMY Award winners and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees, THE DOOBIE BROTHERS add Sydney's State Theatre to their 50th anniversary tour. Renowned for delivering mind-blowing, roots based, harmony-laden, guitar-driven rock and roll for over five decades,

June

The reigning dickhead of Australian comedy is back baby, with a brand-new show for 2023

June

Experience the ACO at its joyous and energising best with the Paris, Haffner and Linz symphonies.

May

Fresh from celebrating 10 years and over 3000 shows headlining on the Las Vegas strip, the Australian Bee Gees Show will be heading Down Under for the Australian leg of their 25th anniversary tour!

November

Pianist Polina Leschenko joins the ACO for a program full of brilliant music-making, deep emotions and profound connections.

September

A new production of this contemporary classic and a riveting insight into one of the most impactful days in Australia's history.

We're turning 50 and everyone's invited

Join us for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hear the LSO and Sir Simon Rattle perform in Sydney.

June

Described by producer Rebecca Blake as “a stellar cast of emerging young stars and exciting theatrical talents”, the performers will feature alongside some of Australia's most renowned rock musicians in the biggest tour of the acclaimed production to date.

May

A new program from two of Australia's leading choreographers

May

Cult films, synthesisers and an age of innovation, featuring the iconic film scores of Wendy Carlos and more.

July

After years of being indoors, Australia's First Lady of Comedy Julia Morris is back in circulation and off the leash in her brand new stand-up spectacular 75 Years in the Business!

For 50 years the Sydney Symphony has been resident at Sydney Opera House. Join us for a celebration of the music which has moved and inspired Sydneysiders for half a century.

An intimate and compelling production that brings the story behind the 'misogyny speech' to life.

December

A dynamic new vision of a timeless classic

For the first time in 17 years, legendary singer-songwriter and rock icon Elvis Costello returns to the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall for two electrifying, career-spanning performances.

July

Join Australian Rock Collective (ARC) as they embark on a national tour to celebrate the 50th anniversary of arguably the most successful concept album of all time, Pink Floyd's The Dark Side of the Moon.

May

One of the world's leading chamber orchestras performs music from JS Bach and Tchaikovsky through to Jimmy Barnes and William Barton.

May

The Magical Music of Harry Potter is a unique and enchanting evening where original actors, star soloists, a choir and an orchestra bring the boy wizard's world to life!

November

The GLORIA Tour

August

Celebrating the extraordinary life of award winning, cultural icon and rock 'n roll superstar, Elvis Presley.

Based on the iconic 1973 film

A Balanchine masterpiece!

August

Give yourself over to this spirited journey featuring the sublime and visceral music of Dvo?ák and Bartók.

May

Legendary Irish troubadour Damien Rice returns to Australia for his highly-anticipated Sydney Opera House debut, a night of classic songs, wry banter and emotional power.

Worlds intertwine and Vivaldi's masterpiece is heard anew in this stunning adventure through Venice and the Mediterranean.

September

Musical tributes from across the centuries featuring Bach and Boccherini through to Tchaikovsky and Giovanni Sollima.

July

Four intoxicating parts. One superstar soprano. Homegrown superstar Jessica Pratt returns to Australia to perform in Offenbach's last and greatest work.

October

This award-winning New York Times bestseller and book club favourite will be brought to vivid life in a new adaptation.

A brand-new Australian production will kick off global celebrations in honour of iconic Rock ‘N' Roll musical The Rocky Horror Show as it marks its 50th Anniversary in 2023. Premiering at Theatre Royal Sydney in February 2023 starring Australian superstar Jason Donovan and Myf Warhurst as the Narrator.

The musical reveals a comeback story of a woman who dared to defy the bounds of her age, gender and race to become the global Queen of Rock n' Roll. Tina - The Tina Turner Musical is a celebration of resilience and an inspiration of triumph over adversity.

June

He's hideous. He's hated. He's untouchable. But in this shimmering world of secrets and seduction, can he keep the one he loves most safe?

June

This is a story of love so strong it defies enemy lines. This is a story of a kingdom in triumph and a nation in chains. This is a story of betrayal.

August

THRILLING, SOARING AND SPECTACULAR!

July

Presented for the first time in Australia, superstar conductor Anthony Parnther and tama master Massamba Diop lead the Sydney Symphony Orchestra in this live-with-orchestra showing of the 2018 Marvel hit, Black Panther.

Following the extraordinary success of his previous tours, Sir Rod's 2023 dates promise show-stopping classics and new hits in his unmissable, captivating style.

December

In the epic finale to the Harry Potter Film Concert Series the battle between good and evil forces of the wizarding world escalates into an all-out war.

July

Relive the passion, the flare, and the unique sensitivity of George Michael in this incredible tribute concert.

May

Tommy's message is pure love for the guitar and his delight in sharing it with the world, one audience at a time.

Find your happy place at the 2023 Sydney Royal Easter Show! Join in the excitement and celebration of Australian agricultural excellence as the Sydney Royal Easter Show returns to Sydney Olympic Park this April.