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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.
Australian Life Exhibition 2022
Love, Destruction, and Cheek - Take a stroll through the finalists of the $10,000 Australian Life photographic prize
Ballet classes for children aged 2 & up
Delightful ballet class for children aged 2 years through to graded RAD syllabus
The Great Australian Play
A psychedelic romp through the myths of our glorious nation’s past, present and imagined future.
'Frozen' ballet workshops
Your kids have fun and get creative inspired by the magical tale
7 Comedians for $30 - Sydney Fringe Comedy
The perfect way to enjoy stand-up comedy at this year's Sydney Fringe Festival!
All That Fosse: Live at the Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace
A musical cabaret to celebrate the late, great Bob Fosse's most iconic work
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 years (Glebe)
During this class you and your dancer will explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Glebe)
Little Ballet Class promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
Bangarra Dance Theatre: Waru – journey of the small turtle
Bangarra Dance Theatre presents their first ever dedicated work for children Waru – journey of the small turtle.
Boublil & Schönberg’s Do You Hear The People Sing?
An extraordinary and rare celebration of one of the world’s finest musical theatre collaborations
Chansons: Songs & Stories - Piaf, Brel & Me
A musical cabaret travels to France - French Songs that travelled the world - Autobiograpic stories that touch lifes.
Deadhouse: Tales of Sydney Morgue – The Deadly Run
Step inside the crypt of St James’ Church for this immersive true-crime experience inspired by Simmonds & Newcombe
Deadhouse: Tales of Sydney Morgue – The Razor Gang Wars
Step inside the crypt of St James’ Church for an all-new immersive true-crime theatrical experience
Is There Anybody Out There?
Through the passions and perils of romance, uncover the real cost of falling in love in our modern world
Learn Salsa dancing with Tropical Soul
The most popular latin dance style! Haven't dance before? not a problem! Let us teach you
Miss Jacqui's Ballerinas for ages 18 months to 5 yrs
Our newest location for city based ballerinas
Moulin Rouge! The Musical
Enter a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur, and glory!
Photograph 51 by Anna Ziegler
In a world dominated by men, a dedicated woman sacrifices her life in a relentless pursuit of science.
School Holi-YAYs at Bondi Pavilion
Spring into school holiday fun at the new Pav!
Secret Comedy Club
Which 5 of Sydney's funniest comedians have we invited? Come and find out!
Six the Musical
Back by popular demand in Sydney, the six wives of Henry VIII are reclaiming their thrones at Theatre Royal Sydney!
Stir-fried Science
Science sketch comedy - philosophy, science, politics - featuring scientists singing, acting, dancing and more!
The Adventures of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie - Theatre Fun
Beloved characters come to life in Centennial Park in an outdoor production of this funny and enchanting performance
The Other End of the Afternoon
World premiere of the award-winning young adult dramedy, presented in association with the Sydney Fringe Festival
The Weird Sisters @ Sydney Fringe Festival
An improvised comedy focussing on all the "double, double toil and trouble" of sisterly relationships
Zooom
An immersive in-theatre experience with lights, projections and lasers – fun for all ages!
Frozen Ballet Holiday Classes for Kids
Frozen themed ballet classes for ages 2 to 3 years and 3 to 6 years
Boom! International festival of percussion
Celebrates all percussion in all its many styles from around the world
Disney Sing-Alongs - Frozen, Frozen II & Moana
Bring your kids to Dendy Cinemas to Sing with Elsa, Anna, Moana, Maui and the gang in this sing-along experience!
Looking for Alibrandi
The much-loved Sydney story that defined a generation is now taken from the page to the Belvoir stage in its home city.
My House Your House/Mi Casa Tu Casa: Box Of Birds.
Sydney Fringe Festival presents
Purcell’s Dido and Aeneas
A staged performance of Purcell's opera 'Dido and Aeneas', alongside a new prologue by Australian composer Ben Fan.
Weekly burlesque and dinner show
Wildfire brings you a sexy burlesque dinner show weekly with a different flavour: Gatsby, Circus, Moulin Rouge and more
When Shakespeare Met Shakespeare
A theatre show that pits four Shakespeare conspiracies against one another to answer the Shakespeare Authorship Question
Frisky business
Looking to add a little excitement, glamour, and cheekiness to your night? Then ‘Frisky Business’ is the show for you.
Kino! contemporary movie nights at Estonian House
Exploring post-Soviet identity through an Estonian lens
Music & movement class with Ian
Move the body, still the mind and build strength, flexibility & balance
Learn to dance Bachata!
Make new friends and learn how to dance in a friendly environment
The Running Joke Comedy Club at Potts Point Hotel
Sydney's #1 Comedy Club on TripAdvisor with resident host Daniel Muggleton has killer line-ups this Spring.
An evening with The Pacific Belles
Australia’s hottest retro style singing trio
Are You Havin' A Laugh?!
An epic mix of stand up and improv performances on the 1st Wednesday every month
Billy Joel live at Yankee Stadium
It's time for all the uptown girls to make way for the downtown man!
Brazilian samba classes in Sydney - beginners welcome
Experience the tropical vibes of Brazill in a dance studio
Teddy Bear School Holiday Workshop - Bondi Junction
Come along and spend the morning with Pretty Little Ballerinas
Anatomy of a Suicide
Anatomy of a Suicide, returns to Sydney from 6th to 29th October at Seymour Centre.
BonkerZ Catch a Rising Comic Thursdays
It’s the new generation of comics and they are wild
Improvisation + Comedy Class
Two hour class - perfect for beginners - be more charismatic in daily conversations
Let The Right One In
A supernatural thriller that will have you on the edge of your seat
Theatre workshop: Writing your story
Learn how to write theatre using from your unique perspective
The Blind Eye Trilogy - Sydney
A Sydney premiere, this showcase performance has just been announced off the back of sell out shows in Perth.
Meet your AniMates
Social networking and fundraising night for animators, animation students and aficionados
The Mousetrap
This thrilling West End production is the genre-defining murder mystery from the best-selling novelist of all time
Teen Acting Classes: New York Style Acting Studio in Sydney
A 9 week term focused on encouraging teens across Australia to build their acting skills on stage and on screen.
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5 - 3 yrs (Ultimo)
During this class you and your dancer will explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Ultimo)
Little Ballet Class promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
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
Dare the Magician presents the magic show "Isolation"
The Magic Show with a message!
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
Past the Shallows
Australian Theatre for Young People and Archipelago Productions present Past The Shallows
BonkerZ presents The fast $100 comedy competition semi-final
6 very funny comics, compete for a spot in the Grand Finals
Thursdays at the Happy Endings Comedy Club
Start your weekend early: new selection of comedians each week
Darling Dance Sessions
Watch dance battles, groove along to live DJs and learn a move or two - all for FREE!
Avenue Q The Musical
Laugh out loud at the adventures of Princeton, a recent college graduate who moves into a shabby New York apartment
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs (The Rocks)
During this class you and your little dancer will explore movement and music together in creative and fun activities
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (The Rocks)
Little Ballet Class promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
Ballet classes for 3-5yrs
Join our joyful, playful Little Tutus ballet class for 3-5yrs in Term 4, 2022
Decision to Leave - Preview screening
From the man who put Korean Film on the world map!
Fright Night Preview - Barbarian
There is much more to be afraid of in the house than the other house guest.
The Caretaker by Harold Pinter
Pinter cranks up the tension and piles on the laughs in this compelling absurdist theatrical event.
Australian Poetry Slam - Sydney Final
The hunt is on for the next Australian Poetry Slam champion!
Opera at The Embassy: Die Fledermaus
Immerse yourself in operatic splendour with lavishly costumed popular opera in an elegant heritage setting.
Teatro Flamenco with Diana Reyes Flamenco Dance Co
Flamenco dance and music performance with live music
Runway supermodel Australia x IMTA model & talent search
A nationwide search for Australia's next top model and talent
SHEIN Runway Supermodel Australia
Come and watch this spectacular event full of entertainment, style and fashion
Liveworks Festival of Experimental Art 2022
Provocative, ambitious and unpredictable new work from Australian, Asia Pacific and First Nations artists
TIDELINE by Wajdi Mouawad
Australian premiere of a new play by award-winning Lebanese-Canadian playwright Wajdi Mouawad
Opening: Alpeyt Mwerrangker - Good Blossoms
Cooee Art welcomes you to the opening of Alpeyt Mwerrangker
Australian Poetry Slam - National Final
Who will be the next Australian Poetry Slam champion?
Cinderella the Musical
Be transported as you rediscover some of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s most beloved songs
AniMate Film Festival: Long-shorts films collection
Best world films screening and a networking night
Bad Girls Club - Trick or Treat
These bad girls are back and the theme is spooky, sinful fun!
RBG: Of Many, One
The wins and dissents of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, trailblazer in the American legislature and fierce advocate for gender equality and reproductive right
Celluloid Dreams: 35mm presentations
Join us for a special new program celebrating the "reel" 35mm celluloid film experience!
BonkerZ: Comedy Court's 15th anniversary show
Join comics from our past and present and celebrate our 15th anniversary show
Come From Away
Come From Away arrives at Theatre Royal Sydney from 5 November 2022!
Opera wine & dine: Masquerade Ball - Die Fledermaus
Immerse yourself in operatic splendour
Jasmin Sheppard
Get underneath the skin of dance in this performance-lecture series
AniMate Film Festival: World shorts films collection
See the best films from across the globe and meet film-makers and fans
The Australian Ballet: Hallberg in Conversation
Intimate chats with top creatives
Sydney Town Hall organ recitals
Be enchanted by the magic of Sydney Town Hall's grand organ, at a free lunchtime concert in the heart of the city
Lucy Durack’s ROM-COMCERT
Celebrating the greatest rom-com soundtracks alongside Rob Mills and Bert LaBonté
Queer as Flux
The Sydney Opera House presents Queer as Flux as part of the latest instalment of its bi-annual season of UnWrapped
The Rapture
Bear witness to a decadent evening of heightened humanity and displays of divinity in the form of circus and burlesque.
Threading the Light
World Premiere - concert opera for string orchestra, singers & percussion, electronic surround sound & images
AniMate Film Festival: World student films collection 1
Best films screening and an opportunity to mingle
Faulty Towers the dining experience
Basil, Sybil and Manuel invite you to dinner
Madagascar The Musical
This brand new musical from DreamWorks will leave audiences with no choice but to ‘move it, move it’
20 comics in 60 mins: Christmas Comedy Slam
It's a whole new batch of fast and funny comedians
Velvet Rewired
Welcome to Boogie Wonderland, a fusion of flawless glamour, glitz and jaw-dropping circus skills
PolArt Sydney2022
Celebrate Polish culture and heritage through various artforms
AniMate Film Festival: World Student 2 + World Documentary
Check out a variety of films and get together with film makers and aficionados
Slava's Snowshow
Experience a dream-like world created by renowned performance artist Slava Polunin
Ballet International Gala III
Australia's BIGGEST ballet gala makes its Sydney debut at ICC Sydney on 27 and 28 of January 2023.
AniMate Film Festival: Australian and Children Films
Best films screening and a networking night
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
In the Australian Premiere production of Tim Rice & Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
AniMate Film Festival: World and Australian Music Videos
Dance in your seat and vote for the winners
Fantabulosa
Boy George's FANTABULOSA is debuting at the ICC Sydney in March 2023!