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Discover theatre, dance, film and performances in Sydney. The best events, attractions and things to do from the City of Sydney’s official event guide.
13th Queer Screen Film Fest
Celebrate queer cinema at the 13th Queer Screen Film Fest, 2–8 Sept!
Unlock The Rocks Art & Culture Month
An unmissable month of art, comedy, poetry, music and more.
David Williamson’s ‘Top Silk’
A funny, fast-paced cross-examination of moral dilemmas, family dynamics, and the true cost of success.
Free Improv Comedy Class
Curious about improvisation? Discover more in this fun, free 45-minute workshop before the Improv Comedy Cagefight
Free Salsa Classes in Surry Hills
Discover the fun and energy of salsa with our Thursday night classes in Surry Hills
Heels classes for beginners at Tropical Soul Dance Studio
Learn this empowering style focused on confidence, posture, strong lines and fluid movement in heels.
Improv class for beginners
Reconnect with your creativity, boost confidence and make your life more spontaneous
Rat Klub Comedy Show | Monday Night | Moshpit Bar | King St.
It's your Monday night stand-up, sketch comedy delight! Live, curated, professional, fresh, independent & weird.
Return of the Godz
The biggest party to hit Mount Olympus since 500 BC is back, and the gods are ready to raise hell!
Salsa classes for beginners at Tropical Soul Dance Studio
Learn the most popular latin dance in the world! Meet new people, make new friends and learn how to dance Salsa
Come & Try Morris Dancing!
Pride Morris is Sydney's LGBT folk dancing club! Come learn some easy dances and bring some whimsy to your life!
Bachata classes for beginners at Tropical Soul Dance Studio
Bachata is a popular Latin dance focusing on smooth footwork, body movement, and strong partner connection worldwide.
Dancing group for Chinese speakers
Stay active, connect and celebrate culture through dance!
How to succeed in business without really trying
You can achieve anything if you just set everyone's mind to it.
Sketch Writing Course for Beginners
Get creative with developing and critiquing sketches, pulling them apart and writing your own!
The Bugalugs Bum Thief
Laugh, sing and be thoroughly entertained as students embark on an investigative journey to catch the thief!
Top Silk
A Funny, Fast-paced cross-examination of moral dilemmas, family dynamics, and the true cost of success
Ballet class: Dance with Me 1.5-3 yrs (Pyrmont)
Explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities
Ballet class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Pyrmont)
Promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
Ballet classes: Ages 5-8 years (The Rocks)
Your child will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique in a fun, relaxed atmosphere where learning best takes place
Forget Me, Please
A world premiere of Sophie Davis' play about love, memory and how trauma reshapes human connection.
Jazz class 3-8 years (Pyrmont)
A great way for your dancer to develop their movement skills and have fun dancing
Junior Jazz Class: 5-8 years (The Rocks)
A great way for your dancer to develop their movement skills and have fun dancing
Disney's The Lion King
The world’s #1 musical is now playing at the Capitol Theatre, Sydney.
Hayden Orpheum Comedy Club
Household names, comedy cult favourites, and the best new talent
Joyful Noise – Christ. Choirs. Chaos
The true backstory of the struggles George Frideric Handel had to get the Messiah onto the London stage!
Current
Four choreographers. One intimate evening. Up close with the dancers in the Neilson Studio.
Salsa Wednesdays at Hay St
Turn your midweek into a dance floor – lesson, DJ and live Latin music.
BonkerZ Comedy Clubs Weekly "Catch A Rising Comic" Show
BonkerZ is back with a whole new show. Catch A Rising Comic features some of the cities hottest up and comers & newbies.
Ghosts, Grog & The Rocks: Haunted Pubs & Cellar Tour
Explore all things ghostly as we visit Sydney's most haunted pubs.
La Ronde at The Grand Electric Sydney
An international cirque-cabaret from the creators of Blanc de Blanc
Line Dancing at Woollahra Life!
Join Woollahra Life!’s Line Dancing classes and enjoy a fun, social, and active way to stay fit!
Movement and dance class
Learn different styles of dance including line, square and Chinese folk in this class for older adults.
My Fair Lady
Much loved musical celebrates 70 years since its glorious Broadway debut
The Pink Pony Parlour
Saddle up for a night of unapologetic glitz, glamour and gasp-worthy cabaret. This isn't your average pony ride
Captain Corelli's Mandolin
The unlikely romance between a local woman and an Italian officer during World War II
Drawing with a Drag Queen workshop
Brush off the week with a fun drawing workshop hosted by The Fabulous Wonder Mama
Fiddler on the Roof
Coming to Sydney after a sold out season in London and winning three Olivier Awards
Piss Be With You
A comedic, queer parody of a service of worship, full of spiritual spoof, and pole dance debauchery.
Reclaim: A Contemporary Ceremony
Stephen Page AO's ‘Reclaim’ celebrates the resistance and resilience of NSW’s First Nations peoples.
Sydney Harbour Retro Boat Party
Get dressed in your best 80's or 90's outfit and join Sydney's hottest retro party cruise!
The Gentleman Magician’s Magical Soirée
See a world class magic show intertwined with intriguing stories about early Sydney town.
Typo (Clockwork Circus) at Sydney Fringe
Come on a journey with our writer, with their thoughts and ideas coming to life on stage in this all-ages circus show
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs (Glebe)
Explore movement and music together in creative and fun activities
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Glebe)
Promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
All-Star Circus
If you only see one show this fringe, make sure this is the one!
Pinchgut Opera presents Coffee and a Dead Canary
Distilled and delightful, tiny opera at its best.
Ballet classes: Ages 5-7 years (Pyrmont)
Your child will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique in a fun, relaxed atmosphere where learning best takes place
Ballet classes: Ages 5-8 years (Glebe)
Your child will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique in a fun, relaxed atmosphere where learning best takes place
12th Joy House Film Festival
Short films of joy & diversity. And awards for best film, best cultural impact award, female changemaker award.
An Autist in the Making
Diagnosed clinically as Autistic in 1997. Diagnosed as a "very funny boy indeed" by audiences since 2006.
Frozen: sing-a-long monthly film screening
Let it go at Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace
Free stand-up comedy class by the Sydney Comedy School
Join this free stand up comedy class to have fun, meet new people and improve your comedy and public speaking skills!
Alan Bennett’s Talking Heads
It’s 1992. An actress and a housewife meet in a library. What secrets will you overhear?
Chameleon Cabaret
Come on a wild ride deep into the twisted rabbit-hole of the human psyche
Free Beginner Tango Class
No obligation free introductory class to tango No partner or dance experience required
Marshall Lorenzo – Decadunce
The winner of the Sydney Touring Award is back with a brand new hilarious sketch comedy show!
Psycho or Psychic
Discover connection like never before - Fun, heartfelt and captivating.
Spectrum @ Sydney Fringe Festival
Award-winning solo theatre exploring the neurodivergent mind through colour, movement and spoken word.
Oliver Pol - Featherbrained
New Zealand comedian and silly goose Oliver Pol is embarking on a deep dive into the avian brain. Not sure why.
Algorithm of Us
The Algorithm of Us is a satirical romantic comedy set under the fluorescent lights of corporate Australia.
Marrickville Comedy Club | We Three
Expect an unfiltered night of big laughs, good vibes, and rowdy energy.
Open Day: Placeholder Residency 2027
A chance to ask about our 2027 residency and consider how to activate or respond to the site through your work
Strike a Chord
A bold contemporary flamenco work where guitar and dance ignite in an electrifying performance.
Get (your fish) Living or Die Trying (to save your fish)
When you give a fish a name you want it to live forever
Stand-Up Comedy Show | Monthly at Buddy's in Newtown
Stand up comedy at the Inner West’s coolest bar
The Magic and Majesty of the Princess Kaguya
Explore Princess Kaguya through a Ghibli film screening and expert talk on Japan’s oldest tale
‘The Elevator’ by Eloise Snape
Playwright Eloise Snape delivers a whirlwind of laughs and truth bombs in this no-fluff office satire.
(W)hole Again
Sometimes the best place to find yourself…is up your a**. It’s time to finally feel w(hole) again.
Dixon and Daughters by Deborah Bruce
Fierce and unflinchingly honest, this play is a tribute to the strength of women and the painful path of healing
Queer Cinema: Gayby Baby (2015)
Queer Cinema is a movie night dedicated to celebrating queer stories of love, loss, joy and history.
The Elevator
A no-fluff office satire filled with a whirlwind of laughs and truth bombs
The Red Room
Inspired by the opulence of a bygone era, experience an evening of glamour & tease in this cabaret burlesque revue
Wonder Mama's Pop/Art Interactive Cabaret
Wonder Mama returns to Sydney Fringe Festival with a new cabaret where music, stories, and live audience art collide
The Streets are Paved With Murder: improvised murder mystery
An improvised murder-mystery where you can help catch the killers
A Night at the Library
Bell Shakespeare’s ‘A Night at the Library’, written by Joanna Erskine, takes audiences on an epic quest.
Sydney Town Hall organ recitals
Be enchanted by the magic of Sydney Town Hall's grand organ, at a free ticketed concert in the heart of the city.
Black Widow: Sex, Bugs & a High Death Toll
Part woman, part spider, all cannibalistic blood lust. Arachnophobes encouraged.
Distillation performance by Luke Casserly
This multisensory performance will transport you to the Irish bog landscape through scent.
Table Top Shakespeare
Shakespeare re-told with relish (marmalade, dish soap and other bits and bobs)
Claire Robin - Nun Slut
An absurd and very silly journey through religion and the body
Asphalt words and ocean dreams
A cosy open mic for poets and writers in a brewery
Best of the Best West Coast Swing Beginner Crash Course
Discover the rhythm of West Coast Swing this September!
Singlet Comedians: Andy Procopis & John Glover
Comedians Andy Procopis and John Glover perform back-to-back sets of new material, in new singlets
The Scott Sisters: Pioneers of Science and Art
An immersive new multimedia work created by Skye McIntosh, Artistic Director of the Australian Haydn Ensemble
We need to talk - Couples comedy show
Two comedians test audience couples onstage in an interactive show with great prizes. A cruise ship hit
Best of the Best West Coast Swing Showcase
Witness the magic of West Coast Swing competitions and performances!
Comedian vs ChatGPT
Can artificial intelligence learn to be funny, or is comedy one thing humans still do best?
Erth's Shark Dive: Live on Stage
An unforgettable journey below the surface for the whole family, that will change the way you see sharks.
Fever Dream
There are rumours about a music venue somewhere between memory and myth. This September, the door opens.
Shipwreck Odyssey
The whole family is invited to dive beneath the waves for a fantastical marine adventure from Box of Birds
The Monkey King Opera
The Monkey King Opera | The Concourse Chatswood | 26th & 27th September 2026
Unbound Street Performance Festival at The Rocks
Art breaks free at Unbound, with immersive performances, roaming entertainment, and surprises around every corner
Wild Things International Kids Festival
Sydney Opera House presents a new kids festival that invites young ones and grown-ups to explore, create and play.
Grand Tour | Balmain Sinfonia
A richly curated program that journeys through musical landscapes both familiar and new
Matinee Bingay Movie Musicals
Be Our Guest for a very special afternoon of bingo celebrating our favourite animated movie musical numbers!
Acting classes, corporate training and vocal training
Build skill, confidence and presence with The Actors Co.
House of Ick – Sketch Comedy ITS
NZ comedy duo Ginge & Minge bring their multi-award winning sketch comedy show all about ick to Improv Theatre Sydney
Ensemble Theatre: Spring School Holiday Drama Workshops
Spark your child's imagination!
Dom's Broadway Basement: Musical theatre piano bar
Sing-a-long to the musical hits of your choice accompanied by an award-winning pianist
OPENING NIGHT | Kookaburra's Comedy Club | Sydney CBD
It’s OPENING NIGHT for our brand-new stand up comedy show - at the CBD's most stylish hideaway!
Carly Electric: Back In My Box
Whilst her comedy debut was selling out, Carly’s notifications kept pinging! So she’s back with new, unhinged stories.
The Room – Monthly Screening Event
“The Citizen Kane of Bad Movies” – Entertainment Weekly
NARUTO: The Symphonic Experience
NARUTO: The Symphonic Experience makes its Australian premiere at the Darling Harbour Theatre in Sydney!
Oceania DanceSport championship & Gala Ball
Watch world-class Latin and Ballroom dancers at the ICC on Saturday 3rd October
Sunday Sounds
Experience a harmonious blend of nature and melody in the Chinese Garden of Friendship
Typo (Clockwork Circus) at Fringe Kids
Come on a journey with our writer, with their thoughts and ideas coming to life on stage in this all-ages circus show..
Mooncake -One Moon. Many Stories. A New Play for Children 5+
A magical puppetry play for children 5+ & families. Joyful, funny & quietly moving.
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
Celebrate 25 years of The Fellowship of the Ring with Howard Shore’s score performed live to the film.
Deep. Funny. Piano. Gay.
From great heights, an australian cabaret-popstar comes crashing down to earth.
SIX the Musical
Remixing five hundred years of history into an 80-minute electrifying pop-concert fit for royalty.
Trial by Jury and The Savoyards (Double Bill)
Double Bill: Gilbert & Sullivan’s hilarious courtroom operetta alongside The Savoyards, where thespian life imitates art!
Play School Live Concert 2026: Humpty's Big Celebration!
2026 marks a remarkable milestone: Play School, Australia’s most beloved children’s television program, turns 60.
The 60 Four: Hits of the 60s and 70s
THE 60 FOUR are turning back the clock with a brand new show that feels straight out of Las Vegas.
Monty Python's Spamalot
Drew Anthony Creative brings one of Broadway's classic musicals to Sydney in a hilarious all-new reimagined production
Oh My God: A Comedy of Biblical Proportions!
Popular Playhouse returns to Flight Path Theatre with another hilarious Bible spoof!
Break the 5th Wall
The relentless cycle of training, cyphers and battles in a breaker’s search for identity.
Sydney Cabaret Playlist
Musical theatre, pop, cabaret and live music with some of Australia's best theatre stars.
Cirque du Soleil – Kooza
The internationally acclaimed Cirque du Soleil production ‘Kooza’ is coming to Sydney in 2026 with tickets on sale now.
Adult Ballet Classes for Beginners
Discover the elegance, strength, and joy of ballet in this 8-week Adult Ballet course
David Hockney: Bigger & Closer (not smaller & further away)
Step into the vibrant world of David Hockney, one of the most celebrated artists of our time.
Next Fall by Geoffrey Nauffts
A deeply moving & funny story of love, faith and family that asks what it costs to believe and what it might cost not to
Bavaria by Loose Canon Arts
A camp cabaret retelling of Bluebeard filled with opera, comedy, spoken word and revenge.
Crazing by Karli Evans
An acclaimed one-woman play exploring women's voices, courage and hidden histories.
Disco Never Dies by Dancekool
Celebrate disco culture with dance, live music, waacking and audience participation.
The Good Soldier Švejk
A witty and thought-provoking stage adaptation of Jaroslav Hašek’s celebrated comic novel
Development Showing: Adieu Uncut Pubic Cubic!
A new experimental dance work in development exploring the silliness and seriousness of having hair with Q&A discussion.
Fuccbois: Live In Concert
A hilarious comedy-pop extravaganza packed with boyband nostalgia, original bangers and red flags.
Ignite Talks Sydney 2026
After a sell out 2025 show, Ignite Talks returns to the OAF on 27 October 2026 for an unforgettable night of talks.
‘Snowflake’ by Mike Bartlett
A laugh-out-loud, lump-in-your-throat festive showdown about generational differences.
Cabaret, Cocktails & Karaoke in October
Through music, comedy, and karaoke, this is Halloween reimagined—equal parts theatrical, joyful and unforgettable.
Victor Valdes: Viva Mexico | Day of the Dead Spectacular
Day of the Dead Spectacular
The Husband Stitch
A gothic horror – an intimate unravelling of womanhood, control, and the violence disguised as love.
Twisted Violet
A man wakes in the woods with no memory. A genre-smashing horror meets Arthurian fairytale.
Stories That Must Be Heard: Circus Concerto by Chloé Charody
An electrifying concert fusing classical music and circus
The Australian Ballet: Copland Dance Episodes
Experience a stunning explosion of colour, fun and music, in Justin Peck’s Copland dance episodes.
Past and Future Seymour
A conversation about Seymour's history, evolution, and what's next
The ultimate Sydney stand-up comedy school experience
Professional training for local and international stages. 5 week course. 50 years exp, Trained 1600+ comics
World Renowned Magician Joshua Jay: LOOK CLOSER
World renowned magician Joshua Jay brings his acclaimed live show LOOK CLOSER to Sydney for one night only.
Fool's First Step: A one-day beginner clown workshop
For those new to clown, curious about play, or beginning their performance path.
Macbeth
Shakespeare’s most haunting thriller follows the story of Macbeth, a Scottish general, famed for his exploits.
The Memory of Water
Three sisters. One funeral. Grief, laughter, and the strange tides of memory.
Cocktail of Murder - Murder Mystery Dinner
An Agatha Christie inspired theatre experience
Pinchgut Opera presents Semele by Handel
Seduction, ambition and divine consequence
Cabaret, Cocktails & Karaoke in November
The final show of the year, Sing that one last song. The perfect way to celebrate the end of the year!
Paradise Hotel
Fall into the unsettling world of Richard Foreman’s cult masterpiece of slapstick anarchy and existential bite.
Screenwriting fundamentals with Chris Phillips
Chris Phillips will show you how make your story shine through developing fundamental screenwriting skills.
2026 Sydney comedy revue
Don't miss some of Australia’s most beloved comedians at the 2026 Sydney Comedy Revue at the iconic State Theatre
Play Club
Play Club will be serving up two low-fi but high energy readings of piping hot new Australian works.
Shen Yun 2027
A beautiful, heavenly experience. 5,000 years of culture in one night. This is what you have been waiting for.