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Sunset Boulevard at Sydney Opera House

When

Wednesdays to Saturdays, 7:30pm to 10:10pm Sundays, 1:30pm to 4:10pm Wednesday 28 August 2024 to Friday 1 November 2024

Cost

Starting from: $69

Musical theatre and international recording superstar Sarah Brightman leads a lavish new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s masterpiece musical.

Sunset Boulevard weaves a magnificent tale of faded glory and unfulfilled ambition. Having been discarded by Hollywood with the advent of “talkies", legendary silent movie star Norma Desmond is tortured by her longing for a return to the big screen. When she meets struggling Hollywood screenwriter Joe Gillis in a dramatic chance encounter, their subsequent passionate and volatile relationship leads to an unforeseen and tragic conclusion.

Please note: the role of Norma Desmond will be played by Sarah Brightman on Wednesday–Sunday evenings and Saturday matinees. This role will be played by Silvie Paladino on Tuesday evening and Wednesday matinee performances. The appearance of any artist cannot be guaranteed as it is always subject to illness and leave arrangements.

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