__Sydneysiders are spoilt for choice at the theatre this autumn. Take a look through this guide and find a show that’s right for you.__

These are most of the shows at mainstream theatres across Sydney. Shows are ordered by date. 

### Cabaret De Paris at State Theatre 

This [Parisian-themed revue](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/cabaret-de-paris) celebrates old-fashioned showgirl glamour combined with the skill of adagio dancers, aerial pole artistry, comedy circus performers, quick change acts, illusionists, and of course the famous French cancan dancers, pictured above.

__Tickets from $60 to $229  
Friday 22 and Saturday 23 April__ 

![Heroes of the Fourth Turning](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/2nM6mLceurtm4EwYAj7vaO/a1c463e4aabc334e19376726775f0830/Heroes_of_the_Fourth_Turning-hero.jpg)

### Heroes of the Fourth Turning at Seymour Centre 

This [bold play](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/heroes-of-the-fourth-turning) shines a light on conservative Catholicism and its disciples in the Trump era. It’s written by Pulitzer Prize finalist Will Arbery who was a consultant and producer on HBO’s hit series Succession.  

__Tickets from $35 to $49   
Showing now until Saturday 23 April__

![The Australian Ballet: Anna Karenina](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/sI7W55eQjUT4aamYsf7p7/e72d413a6a6886790160c9cd0143d713/ANNA_KARENINA_photo_Jeff_Busby.jpg)

### The Australian Ballet: Anna Karenina at Sydney Opera House 

Leo Tolstoy’s immortal novel comes to life in this [epic ballet of cinematic proportions](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/the-australian-ballet-anna-karenina). Heartbreak, tragedy, love, lust and betrayal are at the centre of Anna Karenina’s undoing. 

__Tickets from $300 to $400  
Showing now until Saturday 23 April__

![White Pearl](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/31jzO0YStJn1JLGleN7Ghd/188decec39babc37f26ec35903b3d418/White_Pearl.jpg)

### White Pearl at Sydney Theatre Company 

With razor-sharp dialogue, nail-biting tension, and caustic wit, [this rollercoaster of a production](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/white-pearl) takes a nuanced swipe at cancel culture and toxic corporations, exploring intra-Asian politics, 21st century racism and the dark side of going viral. 

__Tickets from $30 to $74  
Until Saturday 23 April__

![Handa Opera: The Phantom of the Opera](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/Hj1uqoqehf0AiXVJYvzxC/e3917756f10301078a72f796ba9eca51/b5d0e850-3522-11ec-8fc1-b32820a7befa--Handa_Opera_on_Sydney_Harbour__The_Phantom_of_the_Opera-hero.jpg)

### Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour: The Phantom of the Opera 

This is [The Phantom of the Opera](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/handa-opera-on-sydney-harbour-the-phantom-of-the-opera) as you’ve never seen it before. Under the stars, on a floating stage with the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge and city skyline glittering in the background. With fireworks every night and themed pop-up bars and restaurants, this will be an unforgettable evening. 

__Tickets from $99  
Showing now until Sunday 24 April__

![Brigadoon presented by Neglected Musicals](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/5zfZGVEIKgmimLqcX1iLIW/17b82ee07ed17b52966aff1f0e0e8dc3/Brigadoon_presented_by_Neglected_Musicals-hero.jpg)

### Brigadoon at Hayes Theatre Co 

Neglected Musicals is back with a wonderful [Lerner and Loewe classic](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/brigadoon-by-neglected-musicals). Neglected Musicals is a not-for-profit theatre program that presents musicals that have never, or rarely, been seen in Australia. All participants are volunteers and act with scripts in hand and piano accompaniment after only a day’s rehearsal. 

__Tickets $60  
Wednesday 27 April to Sunday 1 May__

![The Picture of Dorian Gray](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/UYP6iC7fvllW5gxwmOBe5/28172c4e94b07559d4ea4dbaa7f13d51/The_Picture_of_Dorian_Gray-hero.jpg)

### The Picture of Dorian Gray at Roslyn Packer Theatre 

This [one-person show by Sydney Theatre Company](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/the-picture-of-dorian-gray) is described as a monumental work of Australian theatre and an odyssey of theatrical storytelling, featuring an awe-inspiring performance from Eryn Jean Norvill. 

__Tickets from $60 to $130  
Showing now until Saturday 7 May__ 

![Blithe Spirit](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/457DUUg8HoNwvlPiCwoG6g/71795371755c2cd84368598c26d4da43/Blithe_Spirit-hero.jpg)

### Blithe Spirit at Sydney Opera House 

International drag sensation Courtney Act joins a spectacular cast of Australian comedy legends to bring this [wicked and witty classic](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/blithe-spirit) back to life. 

__Tickets from $54 to $110  
Showing now until Saturday 14 May__ 

![An American in Paris](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/4SDsgMqq8SBU2idH5HMXet/0a4a3741fdb4f85f3c5beec6ef294632/An_American_in_Paris-hero.jpg)

### An American in Paris at Theatre Royal 

Hailed as a tour de force for its stunning choreography, the [4-time Tony Award-winning Broadway musical](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/an-american-in-paris) tells the entrancing story of a young American soldier and a beautiful French girl, set against the iconic backdrop of the most romantic city in the world. 

__Tickets from $70 to $230  
Friday 29 April until Sunday 12 June__

![Still Unqualified](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/6MmN93ll1EooNVHdHopHaI/a6c79766fb79a08214ee1c67afe74cdd/Still_Unqualified-hero.jpg)

### Still Unqualified at Ensemble Theatre 

A sequel to 2018’s hilarious hit comedy sees straight-talking Joanne and perennially optimistic Felicity [back on stage](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/still-unqualified). The 2 women live together, work from their home office and tackle jobs that require a far greater degree of expertise – which neither of them have. 

__Tickets from $38 to $80  
Friday 29 April until Saturday 4 June__

![Shen Yun Sydney 2022](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/6RE3iFdkoNNGEz5cnGQNh1/20dac3f92bf01b0476171c7692835cda/Shen_Yun_Sydney_2022-hero.jpg)

### Shen Yun at Sydney Lyric Theatre 

Shen Yun invites you to travel back to the [magical world of ancient China](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/shen-yun-sydney-2022). Experience a lost culture through the incredible art of classical Chinese dance, and see legends come to life.  

__Tickets from $115 to $240  
Wednesday 6 April to Sunday 17 April__

# Book ahead for winter 

![Moulin Rouge The Musical](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/2fCLDyEFL8GZZJrMxTWTV7/afda1659b2507cb69e1b6b08360fb07b/Moulin_Rouge__The_Musical-hero.jpg)

### Moulin Rouge the Musical at Capitol Theatre 

Winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film will [come to life on stage this winte](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/moulin-rouge-the-musical)r. The new musical mash-up extravaganza features over 70 songs including many of the iconic hits from the movie, as well as additions from Adele, Katy Perry, Sia, Beyonce, Rihanna and more.  

__From $169 to $259  
Saturday 28 May to Sunday 25 September__ 

![Becoming Eliza](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/5ojUxiUQtdYRnE6Y8RTgSM/76f57407dadf3239dd2d55869bbf635d/Becoming_Eliza-hero.jpg)

### Becoming Eliza at Sydney Opera House 

Australian-grown international star and soprano Anna O’Byrne will reveal the story of working with Dame Julie Andrews and perform Andrews’ iconic songs in the world premiere of [*Becoming Eliza*](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/becoming-eliza).  

__Tickets from $44 to $75   
Thursday 9 June to Sunday 12 June__ 

![Jagged Little Pill](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/1FxAZ9br5Zg4hYK6hDDibe/82ed3bec2a88642033d32caabe85a623/Jagged_Little_Pill-hero.jpg)

### Jagged Little Pill  

Inspired by Alanis Morissette’s Grammy Award-winning masterpiece, this [electrifying new musical](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/jagged-little-pill) brings to the stage the 'joyful and redemptive story of the Healys'.  

__From $95 to $195  
Saturday 9 July to Sunday 21 August__ 

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