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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.

Hip hop class in Redfern (12 to 18 years)

Hip hop class in Redfern (12 to 18 years)

Get an introduction to this fun style of street dance in a free 10-week after-school program.
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Suddenly Last Summer by Tennessee Williams

Suddenly Last Summer by Tennessee Williams

Explore the poetic world of redemption and love, shadowed by the dark secrets a family can hold
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Ballet classes for children aged 2 & up

Ballet classes for children aged 2 & up

Delightful ballet class for children aged 2 years through to graded RAD syllabus
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Music & movement class with Ian

Music & movement class with Ian

Move the body, still the mind and build strength, flexibility & balance
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Children's International Film Festival

Children's International Film Festival

The Children's International Film Festival (CHIFF), showcasing a program filled with family friendly films
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Comedy class + comedy show deal

Comedy class + comedy show deal

Take a 1-hour comedy class and then watch the pros at the Improv Comedy Cagefight
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Consent

Consent

The Australian premiere by the award-winning Outhouse Theatre Co. from 1st to 24th June
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Contact Improv Dance Class

Contact Improv Dance Class

Learning to move and connect with others in a fun, deep and amazing way!
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Do Not Go Gentle

Do Not Go Gentle

"Rage, rage against the dying of the light."
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STROBE Music Film Festival

STROBE Music Film Festival

Australian Premieres of New Music Documentaries + Prince and other retrospectives
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Tea ceremony experience

Tea ceremony experience

Reconnect with the present and learn how to drink tea mindfully
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Ballet classes: Ages 5-7 years

Ballet classes: Ages 5-7 years

Your child will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique in a fun, relaxed atmosphere where learning best takes place
6 Jun 2023
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5 - 3 yrs

Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5 - 3 yrs

During this class you and your dancer will explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities
6 Jun 2023
Ballet class: little ballet 3-5 years

Ballet class: little ballet 3-5 years

Little Ballet Class promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
6 Jun 2023
Comedy and improvisation class

Comedy and improvisation class

This class is perfect for beginners! Explore your inner comedian, have fun and meet new people!
6 Jun 2023
Darkfield at Powerhouse

Darkfield at Powerhouse

Immersive audio experiences in complete darkness
6 Jun 2023
Junior Jazz class: 5-8 years

Junior Jazz class: 5-8 years

Junior Jazz classes are a great way for your dancer to develop their movement skills and have fun dancing
6 Jun 2023
Manifesto: Revelations of an Artist

Manifesto: Revelations of an Artist

What does creativity look like? Where do our ideas come from? Experience an exciting new interactive installation work
6 Jun 2023
Opera in the Pub at The Harold

Opera in the Pub at The Harold

Opera... in a pub? You heard right! After much anticipation, Opera Bites’ winning formula is back.
6 Jun 2023
Porpoise Pool by JoJo Zhou – Belvoir 25A

Porpoise Pool by JoJo Zhou – Belvoir 25A

A tangled exploration of motherhood, childhood, and the way technology raises us
6 Jun 2023
The Running Joke Comedy Club

The Running Joke Comedy Club

Sydney's #1 Comedy Club on TripAdvisor with resident host Daniel Muggleton
6 Jun 2023
Voyage of Love – a cabaret show aboard Sydney Showboat

Voyage of Love – a cabaret show aboard Sydney Showboat

Experience the celebration of music, dance and love paired with splendid waterfront dining
6 Jun 2023
TINA – The Tina Turner Musical

TINA – The Tina Turner Musical

This smash hit musical phenomenon is a celebration of an unstoppable woman who became the Queen of Rock n’ Roll.
7 Jun 2023
Driftwood the Musical

Driftwood the Musical

A magical story of art and creativity, survival and perseverance, family, freedom and love
7 Jun 2023
HomeBody

HomeBody

A five part movement series endeavouring to carve out a journey into agency, through mindful movement.
7 Jun 2023
Latino Dance Fitness

Latino Dance Fitness

Get ready to move to the rhythm of Latin American dances with the Latino Fitness course
7 Jun 2023
Rabbits on a Red Planet

Rabbits on a Red Planet

A new Australian frolicking science fiction musical
7 Jun 2023
Movement and dance

Movement and dance

Learn different styles of dance including line, square Chinese folk in this class for older adults.
8 Jun 2023
Darling Bollywood: fun Bollywood dance course

Darling Bollywood: fun Bollywood dance course

Get fit dancing to the grooviest music while having oodles of fun! Try something different
8 Jun 2023
Jellyfish by Ben Weatherill

Jellyfish by Ben Weatherill

A humorous and heartfelt look at the realities of living with a disability
8 Jun 2023
Mystery of the Blue Bloodhound

Mystery of the Blue Bloodhound

Can you win the race for the Blue Bloodhound before your rival cat burglars claim the prize
8 Jun 2023
Talk: Growing Up Outside Korea

Talk: Growing Up Outside Korea

Join us for an insightful discussion on the diaspora experience of second-generation Koreans from Canada and Australia
8 Jun 2023
The Poison of Polygamy

The Poison of Polygamy

Love, betrayal and cross-continental adventure
8 Jun 2023
TheatreSports™ Impro For Beginners Course

TheatreSports™ Impro For Beginners Course

All the TheatreSports™ basics + some invaluable life skills... laugh while you learn!
8 Jun 2023
Clyde's by Lynn Nottage

Clyde's by Lynn Nottage

On a long stretch of highway, Clyde’s truck stop diner sizzles with the aroma of possibility and redemption.
9 Jun 2023
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 years

Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 years

During this class you and your dancer will explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities
9 Jun 2023
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs

Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs

During this class you and your little dancer will explore movement and music together in creative and fun activities
9 Jun 2023
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years

Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years

Little Ballet Class promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
9 Jun 2023
Dinner Show: Talk and Tease Comedy Burlesque

Dinner Show: Talk and Tease Comedy Burlesque

Old world class with a pinch of crass. This variety show is silly, sexy and full of surprises.
9 Jun 2023
The Lucky Country

The Lucky Country

A new Aussie musical for all Aussies
9 Jun 2023
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years

Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years

Little Ballet Class promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
10 Jun 2023
Ballet classes: Ages 5-7 years

Ballet classes: Ages 5-7 years

Your child will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique in a fun, relaxed atmosphere where learning best takes place
10 Jun 2023
Scenes from the Climate Era

Scenes from the Climate Era

A collective of more than 50 scenes by acclaimed climate playwright David Finnigan.
10 Jun 2023
Rigoletto

Rigoletto

He’s hideous. He’s hated. He’s untouchable. In this world of secrets and seduction, can he keep the one he loves safe?
13 Jun 2023
Bangarra Dance Theatre presents Yuldea

Bangarra Dance Theatre presents Yuldea

Frances Rings’ first work as Artistic Director is a ceremonial affirmation of history and heritage.
14 Jun 2023
Powerhouse Late x Vivid Ideas: Paradise Fair

Powerhouse Late x Vivid Ideas: Paradise Fair

Artist Yuki Kihara invites you to try a range of new experiences as you visit her exhibition Paradise Camp
15 Jun 2023
Send for Nellie

Send for Nellie

Curated by playwright Alana Valentine, join us for an evening celebrating entertainer extraordinaire Nellie Small
15 Jun 2023
Tales of Colour

Tales of Colour

Critics are calling it "Looking for Alibrandi meets Fat Pizza"
15 Jun 2023
Benefactors

Benefactors

Captivating production ‘Benefactors’ takes to the ensemble stage.
16 Jun 2023
Benefactors by Michael Frayn

Benefactors by Michael Frayn

What it is to be human in a statistically driven world?
16 Jun 2023
Who's That Girl? Eurythmics & Annie Lennox Tribute Show

Who's That Girl? Eurythmics & Annie Lennox Tribute Show

Legendary duo Annie Lennox & Dave Stewart pioneered an era of techno/pop/rock of the 80's
16 Jun 2023
Bad Girls Club: Go Wild

Bad Girls Club: Go Wild

Delve into a world of pure unadulterated bad with Sydney’s boldest, burlesque coming to a new venue - The Chippo!
17 Jun 2023
Precious Guru: Journey into the Heart of the Second Buddha

Precious Guru: Journey into the Heart of the Second Buddha

A feature length documentary on the life of Padmasambhava – the 8th century Indian yogi who brought Buddhism to Tibet.
17 Jun 2023
Meet Korean Director Kim Jee-Woon of Cobwebb at SFF

Meet Korean Director Kim Jee-Woon of Cobwebb at SFF

Join us for a special event to welcome the esteemed Korean filmmaker at this year's Sydney Film Festival
18 Jun 2023
Aida

Aida

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.
19 Jun 2023
Refugee Week film screening

Refugee Week film screening

Come and watch powerful films focusing on the plight of refugees and people seeking asylum in finding freedom.
20 Jun 2023
Alphabetical Sydney: All Aboard!

Alphabetical Sydney: All Aboard!

This immersive musical will take audiences of all ages on a journey around the world’s most famous harbour city
20 Jun 2023
The VHS Fleapit

The VHS Fleapit

The unholy quest to unearth long buried cinema sins of a dead media format
20 Jun 2023
Lounging with Doris

Lounging with Doris

An intimate cabaret and film interactive experience
21 Jun 2023
State of Origin at Coogee Bay Hotel

State of Origin at Coogee Bay Hotel

The biggest rivalry in NRL history is back! Catch every moment at Coogee Bay Hotel!
21 Jun 2023
City of Angels

City of Angels

Stellar cast announced for Sydney premiere of City of Angels
23 Jun 2023
Romeo and Juliet

Romeo and Juliet

The greatest love story ever told.
23 Jun 2023
ITS The News

ITS The News

Comedians, journalists and improvisers break down current events in the dumbest spin on the news
24 Jun 2023
The 7 Comedians Show at Maroubra Comedy Club

The 7 Comedians Show at Maroubra Comedy Club

There's something for everyone in these comedy shows, which have been sellling out since 2017
24 Jun 2023
Celluloid Dreams: 35mm screenings

Celluloid Dreams: 35mm screenings

The reel celluloid film experience is back in 2023 at Dendy Newtown with 35mm screenings on the big screen!
27 Jun 2023
Bondi Festival

Bondi Festival

More than 30 different arts events and performances will run over the course of the 17-day festival.
30 Jun 2023
The Dancing Queen: dining experience

The Dancing Queen: dining experience

Grab your dancing queens, and honey honey’s because a Mamma Mia-inspired Restaurant is returning to Sydney
30 Jun 2023
SMASH! 2023 Sydney Manga and Anime Show

SMASH! 2023 Sydney Manga and Anime Show

Join us on the 1st & 2nd July, 2023 at the ICC Sydney as we celebrate the comeback of Sydney’s biggest anime convention!
1 Jul 2023
Are You Havin' a Laugh?! Comedy Night ft. Madeleine Stewart

Are You Havin' a Laugh?! Comedy Night ft. Madeleine Stewart

Join Scary Strangers on the first Wednesday of the month as we present a smorgasbord of Sydney's finest comedians
5 Jul 2023
Spill It

Spill It

Your anonymous confessions become comedy in hilarious new show
6 Jul 2023
Harry Potter: A Yule Ball Celebration

Harry Potter: A Yule Ball Celebration

Step into a unique celebratory gathering that only the Wizarding World can inspire at Paddington Town Hall
7 Jul 2023
Little Red Riding Hood at Callan Park

Little Red Riding Hood at Callan Park

Be careful that you don’t stray too far from the path in this interactive tale of Little Red Riding Hood
10 Jul 2023
The Tales of Hoffmann

The Tales of Hoffmann

Four intoxicating parts. One superstar soprano. .
11 Jul 2023
Off the Record by Chris Aronsten

Off the Record by Chris Aronsten

A new Australian play that examines personal empowerment, systematic corruption and the mechanics of accountability
13 Jul 2023
Little Red Riding Hood – Winter 2023

Little Red Riding Hood – Winter 2023

This roving performance tells the classic tale we all know and love with the chance for the audience to be in the story.
14 Jul 2023
The Tap Pack

The Tap Pack

The Tap Pack returns to the Sydney Opera House this July for a strictly limited season
20 Jul 2023
Sweeney Todd – The Demon Barber of Fleet Street

Sweeney Todd – The Demon Barber of Fleet Street

Attend the deliciously dark tale of Sweeney Todd. A gruesome story of a man who is living life by the razor’s edge.
22 Jul 2023
Sydney Eisteddfod dance gala

Sydney Eisteddfod dance gala

Celebrating our 90th anniversary in 2023, Sydney Eisteddfod will hold over 350 events featuring 25,000 entrants.
23 Jul 2023
Mr Bailey's Minder by Debra Oswald

Mr Bailey's Minder by Debra Oswald

A poignant and funny portrait of what it takes to forgive and to let go
28 Jul 2023
Cirque du Soleil’s CRYSTAL – A Breakthrough Ice Experience

Cirque du Soleil’s CRYSTAL – A Breakthrough Ice Experience

Cirque du Soleil’s CRYSTAL makes a triumphant return with the first ever acrobatic performance on ice
3 Aug 2023
Dinner with Kate Leigh the Gangster Queen

Dinner with Kate Leigh the Gangster Queen

Site specific immersive cabaret and dinner with the razor gang Queen of Surry Hills in her final residence.
12 Aug 2023
A Very Expensive Poison by Lucy Prebble

A Very Expensive Poison by Lucy Prebble

From the writer of 'Succession' comes this thrilling deep-dive into the terrifying world of the new Cold War.
17 Aug 2023
Horror Movie Characters Themed Dance Social

Horror Movie Characters Themed Dance Social

A great evening of ballroom and latin dancing, with a horror movie twist!
25 Aug 2023
Wicked the musical

Wicked the musical

Flying into Sydney in 2023. The untold true story of the Witches of Oz.
25 Aug 2023
Ballet International Gala IV​

Ballet International Gala IV​

BIG IV is returning to ICC Sydney and is set to bring the Biggest names in ballet
26 Aug 2023
Burlesque

Burlesque

A night in Paris: old-school glamour and the decadence of French cuisine
30 Aug 2023
Carmina Burana | Sydney Philharmonia Choirs

Carmina Burana | Sydney Philharmonia Choirs

Hear Carl Orff’s thrilling choral masterpiece, and the concert premieres of two new Australian choral works.
9 Sep 2023
Women's Adventure Film Tour 23/24

Women's Adventure Film Tour 23/24

The Women’s Adventure Film Tour is a celebration of the inspiring women around us who are doing extraordinary things!
21 Sep 2023
Loot by Joe Orton

Loot by Joe Orton

This queer classic from the swinging Sixties is a blistering black comedy that eviscerates the hypocrisies of society
12 Oct 2023
The memory of water by Shelagh Stephenson

The memory of water by Shelagh Stephenson

A beautiful bittersweet comedy, bound by sisterly love, anger, tears and of course laughter.
20 Oct 2023
Twelfth Night

Twelfth Night

Hidden identities and unrequited love
24 Oct 2023
Disney Themed Dance Social

Disney Themed Dance Social

A great evening of ballroom and latin dancing, with a Disney twist!
27 Oct 2023
Oil

Oil

A time-bending epic that drills deep
4 Nov 2023
The Australian Ballet: Hallberg in Conversation 2023

The Australian Ballet: Hallberg in Conversation 2023

Intimate chats with top creatives, hosted by The Australian Ballet's Artistic Director David Hallberg
11 Nov 2023
The Ballad of Maria Marten by Beth Flintoff

The Ballad of Maria Marten by Beth Flintoff

A thrilling feminist reappraisal of the notorious 19th century true crime known as the 'Red Barn Murder'
16 Nov 2023
Midnight Murder at Hamlington Hall

Midnight Murder at Hamlington Hall

A very funny take on bad timing, incompetence and sweet optimism to end the 2023 season.
1 Dec 2023
Carols at the House

Carols at the House

Sydney Philharmonia Choirs' Carols at the House is back in 2023 with actor John Bell and soprano Julie Lea Goodwin
15 Dec 2023
Christmas Themed Dance Social

Christmas Themed Dance Social

A great evening of ballroom and latin dancing, with a Christmas twist!
15 Dec 2023
The Australian Ballet: Behind the Scenes

The Australian Ballet: Behind the Scenes

Watch morning class and The Australian Ballet's top dancers rehearsing a pas de deux.
15 Dec 2023