Arts

Exhibition at White Rabbit Gallery

An artwork inspired by Kamilaroi/Gamilaraay artist Dennis Golding’s experiences and childhood memories of growing up in ‘The Block’

Finnish conductor Osmo Vänskä, joins the SSO to celebrate the music of Jean Sibelius and the beauty of their homeland

Explore movement, feeling and creativity

Photographs from the Sydney Municipal Council: 1901

Little Sydney Lives is the City of Sydney’s children’s photography competition

Historic photographs, artworks and moving footage illustrate the history and evolution of Sydney’s Customs House

Since ‘the signing’ of the Treaty of Waitangi in February 1840, New Zealand Aotearoa has witnessed 2276 full moons.

Experience community life by the ocean through the works of First Nations artists

Drummoyne Art Society's popular art event starts soon

The 24th Biennale of Sydney, ‘Ten Thousand Suns’, presents a major international contemporary art event.

Celebrating 50 years of Australian textile arts & surface design association

Experience the bush magic at this Petersham art exhibition at Wattle & Bee plant shop.

A masterclass about materiality in printmaking

Burst onto the silver screen with Varun Dhawan at Madame Tussauds Sydney

Step into the former workplace and home of Australian artist Brett Whiteley (1939–92).

The first ever retrospective of 19th century Australia's best unknown artist, Charles Rodius (1802–1860)

Growers and Showers delves into the diverse materiality of Dale Frank’s expanded painting practice.

A New Absurdist Monologue by Shay Debney

Make your own flower crown and be a queen on your special day

Delicious signature whisky cocktails surrounded by colourful textile art, sculptural furniture, and never-before-exhibited pieces.

Shine with the biggest stars in Madame Tussauds Sydney's new-look party zone.

Designed and made by Sean O’Connell, the kettles are both beautiful and functional.

The most popular latin dance style! Haven't dance before? not a problem! Let us teach you

Light from Nature presents glass artwork by South Korean artist Kim Dong Wan and First Nations designer Lucy Simpson.

The largest exhibition of Bourgeois’s work ever seen in Australia, only at the Art Gallery of New South Wales

‘A cut-and-paste, punked-up look at my Country’ is how Peter Waples-Crowe describes his five-minute video installation

Personal experiences revealed within paintings created over the past year

Recent paintings, drawings and collages

Plaster Painting with kids in Rozelle

Creativity and good company, and delicious pizza, come together for an unforgettable evening

Four Australian artists – abstract art painting show

A "genre-showcase" event to highlight the outer tastes and sounds of RAVE CAVE.

Video and textile art by artist Sue Jo Wright

Decorate your own cheese board and coasters with resin art

An art exhibition by Russell Prescott, depicting Sydney Harbour's legacy of industrial buildings and equipment.

Learn the fundamentals of using a sewing machine whilst making a cushion cover

3 collaborations, 3 works, 3 spaces, 6 bodies on stage, creating magic in space and time together.

The functional beauty of ceramic tableware

Showcasing the diversity of textiles from the Edo to early Showa period

The Art of Making presents finely crafted and intelligently designed works in wood.

A seductive tale of betrayal and obsession

The Mummy Room and Pharaonic Obsessions exhibitions

Discover the story of Tea in Australia

Stories from the Pacific

Fun, food, plants and handmade products

Messy fun without the clean up!

Celebrating 50 years of Australian Textile Arts & Surface Design (ATASDA).

Learn to paint with your fingers

A neon-lit night of mischief, magic, laughter and cocktails!

Mozart’s Requiem is music of pure gold – shining genius, radiant beauty, profound humanity.

Advance your sewing skills by following a pattern to make your own shorts or pants

Fast, fun, award-winning, singalong Shakespeare in your local pub.

‘My Mother’ celebrates our mothers through the artworks of 27 artists. A diversity of media and approaches are employed.

Knit, crochet, paint or draw with like-minded people

Learn how to play the ukulele in this fun class for Mandarin and Cantonese speakers

Experience the charm of China's ceramic culture

Discover the art of painting with acrylics: techniques, masters, and personal style

Presented in partnership with Coreana Cosmetics Museum, Korean Cultural Centre Australia unveils special exhibition.

Award-winning artist Matteo Bernasconi shares his extensive knowledge of painting

Explore and ignite your intellectual, physical, social, and spiritual interests in a supportive environment

If you love art and a chat, then pop down to the Juanita Nielsen Community Centre

A free trivia quiz night all about food and drinks

An introduction to laser cutting and printmaking using the City of Sydney's photographic archives

Strum your troubles away in this fun class for all ages and levels of experience

Sydney’s favourite cultural night out

Tell your story through art and meet new people

The best Jewish comedians in Australia at The Comedy Store

Paint, sip and relax with friends

Paint and decorate a cute terracotta pot for your plants

a new site-specific one-person-play by Queer Fa’afafine performance artist and playwright Tommy Misa

Make the most of your trip to Australian Design Centre with a free exhibition tour.

Artist Jordan Gogos joins Glenfiddich Brand Ambassador to discuss four years of partnerships – over a whisky of course.

Stand-up comedy at the iconic Friend in Hand Hotel in Glebe.

Get a head start in the competitive world of screen acting

The Early Music Collective Sydney proudly presents a night of extraordinary musical enchantment.

Unlock the ancient art of Chinese Calligraphy in our immersive 2-hour workshop designed for beginners!

Stand up comedy competition with live audience digital voting

The Fabulous Wonder Mama shares some of her best tips and tricks

Visit Australia’s most loved design market as The Finders Keepers returns to Carriageworks in 2024!

Glenfiddich Trailblazer Party ft DJ Charlie Villas

Northern Ireland, 1977. The Glynne family gather to mourn the life of Daphne, where anything that can go wrong, will.

A double bill of classical and contemporary works

A disability-led family day with participatory artworks and performances.

See new works including paintings, drawings and explorative works in metal point and pigment

Learn how to create your own stunning artworks at Reverse Garbage

Be first in to see our NEW Nauti Creative Spaces

A program of contemporary classics arranged for string quartet

A market for secondhand fabric, yarn and other craft/sewing related items.

Engaging, fun and social, drawing

Discover ceramics in this directed 8-week courses for beginner students

Opera in a pub? You heard right! Opera Bites brings best-loved opera hits to the relaxed atmosphere of your local pub

No skills required, just enthusiasm and a love for creativity

Introduction to acrylic painting

Discover ceramics in this 5-week course for beginner students

A solo exhibition presented by Minka Gillian.

Create your own one-off jewellery pieces in this 5-week introductory course

Studio access for experienced printmakers

Four leading Australians in design will talk about how their work is shaping our future.

Silence pulls the Treaty conversation out from under the rug and slams it back on the table.

Experienced students can further develop their own projects with support from an expert ceramicist in this 6-week course

Exploring how artists use play and satire to highlight global issues.

Learn the mindful Japanese art of golden ceramic mending to give new life to a damaged piece

4-week studio access for experienced printmakers

A cult hit experimental performance

Learn the skills to create vibrant watercolour paintings

Three improvised comedy sets. Two performers at a time. One big twist.

Explore the beautifully fluid medium of watercolour

Join us Mother's Day weekend for a fun-filled day of shopping, live music, entertainment and gourmet treats.

A fun beginner class to learn introductory drawing skills

Experienced students can further develop their own projects with support from an expert ceramicist in this 6 week course

A local makers market of ceramics, baked goods and more!

Panel discussion

Studio access for experienced printmakers

Join us for a monthly mending extravaganza!

Inspired by author Libby Hathorn, this theatre experience brings to life extraordinary objects using music and puppetry!

Learn the basics of working with clay in this 5-week course

Discover the fundamentals of printmaking in this 5-week introductory course

Arts on Tour’s Green Touring Online Series

Do you like to knit, crotchet, embroider, paint or sew and share craft knowledge?

Join in person or online for our upcoming Access Ideas and Insights panel, Accessible Curation.

For one night only, an all-star cast bring the Matthew Shepard story to life. Special 25th anniversary staged reading.

Want to take home a free artwork?

A ceramic sculpture workshop for creating fungi an coral inspired forms.

Join us to celebrate 60 years supporting and promoting Australia’s best and brightest designer makers, since 1964.

Showcasing the entries to the 2023 EQUS Quantum Art Competition

Art. Music. Performance.

Thomas Crane takes fans through the iconic hits of Queen

Comedian Daniel Muggleton brings his award-winning show to The Opera House this December!

First time performing in Australia!

William Yang in conversation with Ellie Buttrose for the 24th Biennale of Sydney.

A perfect introduction to the play for young audiences

Chat with cherished writers and real life friends at Sydney Writers' Festival 2024

Deja view – these ceramics invite a nostalgic indulgence of details in home exteriors, interiors and décor. 

Listening through Auslan and improvised jazz

An unforgettable journey into the world of magic amidst the dazzling backdrop of Vivid Sydney!

Learn the basics of working with clay in this 4-week course

Divanhana is a Bosnian sevdah band that performs traditional music, influenced by jazz, pop, and classical music.

Make your own etched jewellery, in this 4-week introductory jewellery course for beginners

Yamila dances between electronic and analog music, tradition and experimentation.

Artist Thom Muir celebrates Australian figures and coastal landscapes

A celebration of women in the performing arts industry.

Come along to Sydney's favourite calligraphy sessions, hosted at our cute cafe and studio venue in Tempe

A disability-led Family Day with participatory artworks and performances.

bringing new life to manikay, the ancestral songs of Arnhem Land, Waakya is a bold cross-cultural music collaboration

Over 45 years Midnight Oil helped shape modern Australia. This is their trailblazing story for the first time on film.

Contemporary program presented by Jane Sheldon, Anna Fraser, Satsuki Odamura and Laura Vaughan

Shakespeare's epic of the imagination, King Lear, creates a portrait of a family and a country torn apart.

Sydney's largest antiques and collectables fair

A welcoming, non-competitive performance opportunity for primary and high-school age musicians.

Trash and high art; censorship, gaps and silences; girl on girl sex

Be enchanted by the magic of Sydney Town Hall's grand organ, at a free concert in the heart of the city

Join us for Sydney’s biggest anime convention!

Counting and Cracking

A free weekly class for beginners, led by an experienced Mandarin speaking tutor

Don’t miss this illustrious night of collaboration between actor and winemaker.

Immerse yourself in Sydney's tattoo culture at Town Hall : Top artists, live shows, and endless inspiration!

‘Multi-art essay’ combines musical performance with movement, stories, cooking, images, sound and more.

Dive into the world of laughter and creativity via the clown!

Play In A Day is Bell Shakespeare’s lively script reading series celebrating rarely read classics.

FOMA Runway Showcase will feature a diverse program of First Nations, international and local designers