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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.
The Odd Couple
Comedy masters Shane Jacobson and Todd McKenney are the definitive Odd Couple
"Blood Wedding" at Flight Path Theatre
Lorca's timeless tragedy, "Blood Wedding", directed by Diana Paola Alvarado. July 17 to August 3 at Flight Path Theatre.
‘Voyage of Love’ Cabaret Show On The Sydney Showboat
A talented all-Australian cast aboard a Sydney Harbour dinner cruise
A Marvellous Party
An experience of glittering excitement of live entertainment and hospitality awaits you
Bernie Dieter's Club Kabarett
Get ready to be seduced all over again as the incomparable Bernie Dieter brings her legendary show back to Sydney!
Chicago The Musical
The original and the best, Chicago is back. It would be a crime to miss it!
Cut Chilli by Chenturan Aran
A world premiere of a scorching new comedy from Chenturan Aran – a feast of cultural identity, displacement and ancestry
CYL Lion & Dragon Dancing
Interested in learning more about Lion & Dragon dancing?
Fiction Writers Workshop with Hayley Scrivenor
In this course, internationally best-selling author Hayley Scrivenor will guide you through voice and point of view.
Hamlet
Australian Brett Dean’s visceral operatic interpretation of Shakespeare’s Hamlet makes its Sydney Opera House debut
Hamlet at Sydney Opera House
Shakespeare’s portrait of a prince in crisis in an acclaimed contemporary opera by Australian composer Brett Dean.
Le Aerial at Sydney Opera House
Experience a show full of sizzling aerial curiosity
Learn Salsa dancing at Tropical Soul Dance Studio
The most popular latin dance style! Haven't dance before? not a problem! Let us teach you
Little Women
This beloved classic is set to captivate audiences with its poignant story and enchanting melodies.
Marvelous – A Risqué Parody
A new stage production transforming familiar Marvel Cinematic Universe film scenes into comedic spectacles.
MCA Collection: Jonathan Jones, naa (to see or look)
A light installation that evokes the stars above Gadigal Country, Sydney.
Meisner technique classes
For all skill levels, learn the best foundation for acting
Morgan Jay - Love Down Under tour
Morgan Jay, musician and comedian is coming down under
Screen acting classes
Get a head start in the competitive world of screen acting
Sunset Strip by Suzie Miller
From the award-winning writer of 'Prima Facie', comes this exquisitely wrought examination of family relationships..
The Gentleman Magician’s Magical Soirée
See a world class magic show intertwined with intriguing stories about early Sydney town.
The Past is a Wild Party
Trash and high art; censorship, gaps and silences; girl on girl sex
The River That Ran Uphill
Sydney Premiere of true story direct from Cyclone Pam survivor, Edgell Junior, exploring the importance of community.
Tosca at Sydney Opera House
A thriller with sensational music, opera’s best villain, and an unforgettable ending.
Learn to dance Bachata at Tropical Soul Dance Studio
Make new friends and learn how to dance in a friendly environment
Bastille after-party French, chic and fun
Join us for a fabulous French themed event
Burlyflexx Neo-Burlesque Course@ One Playground Marrickville
Welcome to the dazzling world of Burlesque with 'Burlyflexx', led by the mesmerising Lou P Scarlett!
Limbo – The Return
A circus cabaret of otherworldly proportions, between heaven and hell…
Hip hop class in Redfern (8 to 14 years)
Get an introduction to this fun style of street dance in a free 9-week after-school program
Comedy class + comedy show: combo deal!
Take a 1-hour comedy class and then watch the pros at the Improv Comedy Cagefight - Sydney's best-rated comedy show
Tea ceremony experience
Reconnect with the present and learn how to drink tea mindfully
Teen Acting Classes: New York Style Acting online via Zoom
A unique opportunity for teenagers to learn the craft of acting for stage and screen.
The Running Joke Comedy Club
Sydney's #1 comedy club on TripAdvisor with resident host Daniel Muggleton
The Woman In Black
Starring incredible duo John Waters and Daniel MacPherson, don’t miss this thrilling theatrical exploration of terror
TheatreSports Scared Scriptless
A night of brilliant improvisation, guts and glory
Turbo Trivia
Join us for Pride Turbo Trivia at Stonewall Hotel every Tuesday Night. Hosted by Multi DIVA award winner Charisma belle.
Laneway cinema @ The Rocks
Heritage surrounds, hot slices of pizza, classic films, starry skies, wine, bean bags and a FREE movie screening
Screen acting classes
Get a head start in the competitive world of screen acting. Suitable for both newcomers and experienced actors.
Movement and dance class
Learn different styles of dance including line, square and Chinese folk in this class for older adults.
Sonnets & Semillon
Don’t miss this illustrious night of collaboration between actor and winemaker.
Australian Life Exhibition 2024
Picture perfect glimpses of Australian Life - take a stroll through the finalists of the $10,000 photographic prize
Comedy Court's $1000 comedy competition
Stand up comedy competition with live audience digital voting
Lean to Swing dance followed by social dancing
Lindy Hop is a form of swing that is easy to learn. Start with a quick lesson and then join in the fun.
Nak*d & Dangerous - Burlesque Show
Welcome to Nak*d and Dangerous, where seduction meets rebellion and every dollar fuels the fire
Soul dance with Taline
Join us for a freeform dance experience that will inspire you to shed your inhibitions, let go and express your soul.
Teen Acting Classes: New York Style Acting Studio
Learn the craft of acting for stage & screen in a very specific step-by-step formula
Atsuko Okatsuka - Full Grown Tour
Atsuko Okatsuka is coming to Sydney for her debut tour!
Darlo Drama trial beginners acting class
Join this trial acting class for a fun night of confidence building and creativity
Opera in the Pub at The Harold – "Drinking Songs"
Opera... in a pub? You heard right! Opera Bites brings favourite opera hits to a great local pub.
Free stand-up comedy class
Join our beginners class covering the basics of joke-writing, learn from Sydney's best comedy teachers
Felipe Esparza - Beyond Borders
Catch the hilarious Mexican-American stand-up comedian, Felipe Esparza
Old Hollywood - A classic cabaret
Discover the charm of Old Hollywood, where vintage cabaret revives the golden age of cinema, Broadway and television.
Bell Shakespeare National Teacher Conference
Two days of stimulating and provocative conversations about the teaching of Shakespeare in Australia.
Mogwai – If The Stars Had A Sound: Sydney Premiere
With brute sonic force, the new Mogwai documentary bursts onto the big screen at Sydney Opera House
Murder on the Nile
Agatha Christie’s classic and suspenseful murder mystery on a voyage down the River Nile
Tinyprov: The Two-Person Improv Comedy Showcase
Three improvised comedy sets. Two performers at a time. One big twist.
Gianmarco Soresi Live
New York based comedian, Gianmarco Soresi is coming to Sydney!
House of Anime
A feast of stellar Japanese anime films are taking over Dendy for one day only with back-to-back sessions!
Lecture series: The art of cinema
Lecture series with CJ Johnson unpacking art of cinema and disciplines of directing, screenwriting and acting
PAW Patrol live! "Race to the rescue"
The PAW Patrol are on a roll, returning live on stage
Hangmen by Martin McDonagh
An Australian premiere, from the writer of 'Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri' and 'The Banshees of Inisherin'
Alien: Romulus – Chestburster Preview Screening
Feel the terror in your chest and get an early seat on the escape pod for the highly-anticipated new Alien film!
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE - An Adaptation in Words and Music is
A new theatrical adaptation of Jane Austen’s most famous work – Pride and Prejudice.
Retellings at Phoenix Central Park
Retellings: Rainbow Chan x Sin Wai Kin bring their collaborative storytelling performance to Phoenix Central Park
Experience boundary-pushing contemporary dance
INDance, Sydney Dance Company’s annual curated program of independent contemporary dance, returns for its third year.
2024 Armenian Film Festival Australia
Celebrating Australian-Armenian connections and cinematic legends
Cirque Du Tease - Cabaret show
Get ready for a night of sultry and seductive burlesque performances at Cardea's Cirque Du Tease show
The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time
Simon Stephens’ award-winning adaptation of Mark Haddon’s novel
Demystifying Casting and Audition Processes with Daisy Hicks
Join this masterclass to review auditions, get casting insights, and improve your performance.
Found Objects by Shaun Parker & Co
An epic free outdoor performance in the Pav Courtyard featuring contemporary and street dance.
IDEA’24 Watercooler #1
FORM Dance Projects' IDEA Festival watercooler networking event.
The Big Bike Film Night 2024
Let the good times roll Sydney – The Big Bike Film Night is riding into town
Gaslight
This liberating adaptation of Patrick Hamilton's 1938 play is a gripping, reimagined thriller of daring and doubt.
Willing Participant - starring Rob Carlton
A 1 hour solo story telling show. You'll laugh and cry and laugh again, and leave in love with the world
Dheepan an evening of cinema for charity
Following its 2015 Sydney Film Festival debut, join us for a one-night-only screening of this Palme d'Or-winning film.
Nighttime Nostalgia: History of a Showgirl
Explore the glamorous history of showgirls with burlesque legends Porcelain Alice & Natalya Alessi
Festival of Dangerous Ideas 2024
This winter the Festival of Dangerous Ideas resets the current affairs agenda.
Vicki Van Hout – Indigenous Contemporary Dance Making
IDEA Festival – Workshop hosted by Vicki Van Hout
Sunset Boulevard at Sydney Opera House
Musical superstar Sarah Brightman leads a lavish new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical masterpiece.
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience @ Castlereagh Hotel
Become part of the action as Basil, Sybil and Manuel serve up mayhem on a plate!
The Impresario & Le Nozze di Figaro
Pacific Opera Studio's young artists present Mozart's timeless tales
The Lies We Tell
A triple bill of comedies to nurture and nourish, directed by John Grinston
Opera Wine & Dine: Opera-tif: Salut! to France
Discover a stunning hidden Sydney gem and immerse yourself in operatic splendour
The Honest Liar magic show
Contrary to popular belief, Hobart does have magicians. The Honest Liar will bring a little taste of Hobart magic scene.
Martin Del Amo – Talking Dance
IDEA Festival - Workshop hosted by Martin Del Amo
Raghav Handa – Creating Worlds/Contemporary Movement
IDEA Festival – Workshop hosted by Raghav Handa
Carousel - a concert
Rodgers and Hammerstein’s CAROUSEL, one of the most beloved musicals of all time.
Douglas Lim – Made in Malaysia
The king of Malaysian comedy is coming to Australia!
How to lose a guy in 56-minutes
Join stand-up comedians Elsa Daddo and Mandy Scotney as they explore the ups and downs of love and life in the big city!
In A Nutshell: The Poetry of Violence
Whether you are new to Shakespeare, or an aficionado, you will be entertained, enriched, and inspired by this production
Sydney Eisteddfod Dance of Champions I Final
Join us for a day of inspiration, experiencing the creativity of the performers and the magic of Sydney Eisteddfod
Finding Your Fool: Weekend Comedy Class
Dive into the world of laughter and creativity via the clown!
After Hours: The cheeky side of circus
"A little less clothes... A whole lot of WOW!"
Burn the Floor with Guest Star Human Nature's Phil Burton
Burn the Floor 'Dare to Dream' one show only
Jeremy Moses: 157 Hours of Bad Slam Poetry
Comedic tales of disability, young grief and the lockdown-fuelled poetic obsession that partially swept Australia
Chinese Opera Gala
“Opportunities for Australian audiences to experience the rich tradition of Chinese opera are rare." – The Age
Play In A Day: Cymbeline
Play In A Day is Bell Shakespeare’s lively script reading series celebrating rarely read classics.
Sydney Town Hall organ recitals
Be enchanted by the magic of Sydney Town Hall's grand organ, at a free concert in the heart of the city
Mystique magic & illusion spectacular
Michael Boyd’s spectacular magic and illusion show
Wife by Samuel Adamson
The Australian premiere of a laugh-out-loud decade-hopping investigation into marriage, queerness and gender
Berlin by Joanna Murray Smith
Storm the Barricade Productions presents the Sydney premiere of Berlin by Joanna Murray-Smith.
La Clique
Join the celebration of the century as La Clique marks its 20th spectacular anniversary this October.
Flat Earthers: The Musical
An irreverent and ingenious West Side Story-meets-QAnon queer pop spectacular.
FOMA Runway Showcase 2024
FOMA Runway Showcase will feature a diverse program of First Nations, international and local designers
Romesh Ranganathan - Hustle
See Romesh Ranganathan with his brand new show, Hustle!
Kristen Key - Lesbian Army
Kristin Key, an internationally headlining, queer, musical comedian is performing in Sydney
SIX the Musical
Following sensational sell-out seasons across Australia, the pop musical phenomenon SIX the Musical returns
Refugee Diaries
Witness the resilience of young refugees who have the strength to not only survive but thrive
No Such Thing as a Fish presents 'Thundernerds'
With over half-a-billion downloads, catch podcast No Such Thing As a Fish Live!
Shakespeare in Love, adapted from the Oscar-winning film
The Sydney premiere of this scintillating stage adaptation of the film favourite, full of passion, love and laughter.
Eric Idle - Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life Live
Eric Idle, star of stage and screen is bringing his show to Sydney!
Bill Bailey - Thoughtifier
The brilliant Bill Bailey is back with his new show, 'Thoughtifier'!
Japan's oldest traditional performing arts [NOH] is coming
Welcome to the Japan's oldest traditional performing arts [NOH]
Brad Williams Live
Brad Williams, one of the funniest comedians in the US right now is coming to perform in Sydney!
Trevor Noah - Off The Record Tour
One of the most successful comedians in the world, Trevor Noah is coming back to Sydney!
A Play in Two Days
Multi award-winning playwright Hilary Bell will take you through the fundamentals of playwriting.
John Bishop: Back At It
John Bishop is bringing his all new comedy show Back At It to Australia in 2024.
Shakespeare on Film: Julius Caesar
Revisit some classic adaptations of Shakespeare’s stories on film, curated by artistic director Peter Evans.
Dan and Phil – Terrible Influence Tour
Youtube superstars Dan and Phil are coming to Australia!
Experience the Way of Samurai in Sydney
Witness the mesmerizing show of 5 professional Samurai dancers and singers from Japan, showcasing the art of Samurai.
Craig Conant – The Woopsie Daisy Tour
Catch US Comedian Craig Conant on his Australia Tour!
Sarah Millican – Late Bloomer
The incredible and hilarious Sarah Millican is coming back to Australia!
The Book of Mormon
The Tony®, Olivier®, and Grammy® award-winning production The Book of Mormon returns to Sydney