Arts

"Relationship" exhibition explores human connections through diverse artworks.

The Tony®, Grammy®, Olivier & Pulitzer prize winning musical.

Australia’s first retrospective of the celebrated surrealist

A tribute to the unique creative talent of Sydney artist Peter Kingston.

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

Discover exceptional photography at the world-renowned Head On Photo Festival 9 Nov-1 Dec, Bondi Beach & Paddington.

Discover exceptional photography at the world-renowned Head On Photo Festival 9 Nov-1 Dec, Paddington & Bondi Beach.

Join us for a lovely little local celebration offering sustainably made decorations and outfits for the festive season.

Join us for weekly art instruction at Gallery NTK

An ever-changing display of remarkable items from the State Library’s collection.

A major new commission in the Tank by one of Australia’s most acclaimed contemporary artists

Hosted by Lili Alaska and James Grandison, ARTHOUSE is a night of live music, poetry, visual arts and dance.

Four-workshop series with Xueyi Bai

Spend two hours learning and crafting your very on candle in a Japanese ceramic.

Taoci y Ceramica - Asian & Spanish Fusion

Consuelo Cavaniglia develops a contemporary art project to engage with the Chau Chak Wing Museum’s collections.

From headscarves to stadium seats. Celebrating Iranian Women's resilience in the pursuit of gender equality.

See the extraordinary story of the Dunera told through moving artworks and objects

An exhibition of cloudscapes by Julia Norton and fundraiser for Giant Steps School

Do you have a draft manuscript of adult fiction or memoir? Are you looking for feedback and tips to improve your work?

Toucas' unique ballpoint pen works on paper turn daily life into the acting like shells for memories and untold stories

Nationally renowned ceramicist, Geoff Crispin showcases the end of his 55-year woodfiring journey

Loti Smorgon Sculpture Terrace Commission

An exhibition of one of Britain’s most influential and critically acclaimed artists.

Jacquie Meng (b.1998, Hangzhou) works with painting, sound, and installation.

A free exhibition examining representations of the body in art and popular culture over time.

This exhibition offers new ways of understanding Australia's oldest collections, pushing the boundaries of ceramics.

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

Micro:Macro explores the role of models in understanding and exploring our world.

Discover Sydney's Hidden Art Secret!

Author Eugen Bacon will provide feedback on your short fiction, enabling you to hone your skills over three months.

A haunting Sydney story, told with magic and music.

A photographic exploration of pink's complex nature, evoking sensuality, calm, and the exotic.

The MCA’s annual exhibition of work by early-career artists living and working in Australia.

Ceramic exhibition re/JOY captures the diversity of migration stories and how people build different lives in Australia

Learning Curve René Magritte: The treachery of images

Get creative in this resin art and sip class in Sydney!

A survey of landcapes by a leading Australian painter

Design and make your own sterling silver earrings from sheet metal

Enjoy an immersive installation by artist Bradley Eastman, aka Beastman

This exhibition introduces Dupain’s modernist approach to photography in a series of candid shots.

Abstract art exhibition

The final piece of his collection... is her. A seat-gripping thriller showing right in the heart of Redfern.

The Mummy Room and Pharaonic Obsessions exhibitions

Joanna Murray-Smith's hilarious play is back to prove the female of the species is deadlier, and funnier, than the male.

Tony and Olivier Award Winning The Inheritance makes its Epic Seven-Hour Sydney Premiere at the Seymour Centre

5 Australian artists from Chinese diasporic communities embrace their histories to celebrate the process of becoming.

NAISDA’s highly anticipated end-of-year performance debuts at Carriageworks from 21-23 November.

Explore the deep history of Snow Peak from Niigata, Japan, a company dating back more than 65 years.

René Magritte

Explore Three Divers by Laura Turner, a meditative video installation diving into the ritual of freediving.

A collaborative project expressing themes of control and absence.

This dazzling exhibition showcases rare European works, contemporary Indigenous art and Australian modernism.

Solo exhibition of acclaimed artist Vipoo Srivilasa at N.Smith Gallery.

Multi award-winning playwright Hilary Bell will take you through the fundamentals of playwriting.

Learn the principles of character creation and the many dialogue techniques and tips that make dialogue memorable.

Celebrate the next generation of musical thinkers with premieres developed through Ensemble Offspring's Hatched programs

A night of art in a beautiful vintage furnished art galley introducing up and coming artist from Sydney

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

Sydney-based women artists present new work based around art world terms, genres and techniques,

Come and practice life drawing in an informal setting with fellow art lovers, at Peach Black Gallery

Sydney Exclusive: ARIA award-winning artist Lior returns with new music and fan favourites

Live and interactive online acting classes at The Actors Pulse – the leading Meisner school in the southern hemisphere

It's your turn to choose the music!

Paint and decorate a cute terracotta pot for your plants

An exhibition of First Nations art from the heart of Australia

Learn classical and contemporary sculpture techniques in a fully equipped studio

Come discover the magic of sculpture with a term workshop class at TBSSS

32 Aboriginal artists will showcase traditional and contemporary ceramics, jewellery, weaving, carving, and more.

Step into a world of stunning imagery as our exhibitors unleash their photography exploration.

The popular Sydney Made market is back again at Sydney Town Hall this November 2024 just in time for Christmas!

A twist to the usual paint & sip class – create your own textured petal painting

Access your authentic voice on the page

Transforming an iconic heritage building through experimental choreography and visual art.

Be the first to see the Golden Lion nominee and winner of the Special Jury Prize 'Green Border'

Push your ideas, expand your practice into printmaking, loosen up and have fun

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

Learn techniques in watercolour, pen and pencil to capture the sights and experiences of your adventures

Explore movement, feeling and creativity

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

Join artist and teacher Monika Scarrabelotti for four evenings of life modelling in clay

transforming writing into dance by exploring themes in global mythology and personal narrative

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

Arts and craft program for young people after-school.

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

This brief course will help students undertake the basic techniques of carving

Series of four pencil drawing workshops with artist Jude Rae.

Eleven original film and video artworks by artists with disability or who are d/Deaf.

Sydney’s favourite cultural night out

Develop vocal technique, care and preservation of the voice both in speech and in song singer Carmella Baynie

Simon Harsent in conversation with radio host Robbie Buck

Tell your story through art and meet new people

Get a head start in the competitive world of screen acting

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

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

Helen Garner talks grace, grit and the power of AFL

A touring film programme showcasing Hong Kong filmmakers whose works transformed film aesthetics

Exploring the intricate, and beautiful, relationships between art, culture and science

Learn the skills to create vibrant watercolour paintings

Come watch the paint fly as our 12 finalists go head-to-head on canvas

Join us on a tour to two locations in inner Sydney to see the Head On Photo Festival 2024

John and the Vagabond Crew perform songs from a lifetime of poetic and compelling contributions to Australian culture

Annual exhibition from Australia's leading Indigenous community art centre

This workshop examines the importance of the opening sentence, opening paragraphs and opening chapters.

Experience the surreal humour and cyber futurism of Cao Fei’s art

Discover fascinating craft, artworks and unique gifts

Join Lizzy Marshall and delve into the surreal world of René Magritte.

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

Goods, art, and craft from local LGBTIQA+ makers

See the amazing artwork that young people have created and celebrate their talent

Join us for live music and art making at the Library

Two hours of sketching happiness in front of inspirational live models

Audio described tour of ‘More than Meets the Eye’ – a fascinating display of items documenting our civic history

Vivid textile characters come to life at Brilliant Creatures by Amanda Baby Pie in the Ochredfern Gallery

Access Ideas and Insights: Creative Partnerships and Pathways

Desert Journeys – an exhibition of paintings and monoprints by Rena Czaplinska-Archer

If you’re building a career as a freelance writer or journalist, learn the essential skills and valuable techniques.

This online course will empower you to elevate your sentences from ordinary to sublime.

Australia’s largest showcase of graduate art and design, launching a new generation of creative practitioners.

Join a guided curator tour of The Country Cries for Truth, an exhibition celebrating the work of Dr Bronwyn Bancroft.

Solo Exhibition of artist Neva Hosking, at N.Smith Gallery.

A new play from the writer of Hubris and Humiliation

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

Showcasing the work of the 2024 Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA) graduate students

“The Citizen Kane of Bad Movies” – Entertainment Weekly

Grab your friends and kick off the end-of-year celebrations with a night of art, food and entertainment.

Join us for drinks to celebrate the opening of Jonathan Gemmell's solo exhibition.

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

Experience immersive sound and video art as wooden chairs resonate with unique audio in Max Lyandvert’s *Lament 1+2*.

Learn how to create your own stunning artworks at Reverse Garbage

A showing of works in oils, inks and aerosols of the Sydney coastline and its native wildlife.

Artist-2-Artist workshop by Brand X.

Jackson Aces is a master in the art of illusion. His magically entertaining show will intrigue, inspire & surprise you.

Come and knit blankets for Wrap with Love or a teddy bear for a meaningful cause.

Household names, comedy cult favourites, and the best new talent, Cremorne’s own Hayden Orpheum Comedy Club has it all!

Part workshop, part behind the scenes, part meditation journey.

Collage workshop in the heart of Newtown. Step by step guidance to create your own artworks to take home

In this 3-hour jewellery taster class, you will create your own individually designed, beautiful sterling silver ring.

Join us for a monthly mending extravaganza!

Sydney's largest antiques and collectables fair

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

The artists in XSWL warn us that it’s all fun and games…until someone loses an eye.

Be uplifted by this massed choir performance of Handel's immortal oratorio.

Savour the spirits of Christmas in this midsummer night's masterclass…

Unique terrarium art workshop in Crows Nest

Immersive sculptural installation for kids, created by internationally celebrated Thai artist Mit Jai Inn

A brand new comedy disco musical

A political Greek tragedy for the 21st century

A wonderland of art and play for kids

Trapeze talent sky high

Time and space explored in a Thirsty Mile artist takeover

A gathering space for talks, workshops and performances

Weaving together our hopes for the future

The R&B sensation makes her Australian debut

You will learn to use traditional hand-tools and techniques for carving directly onto the famous White Statuario Marble

A tale of fame, fortune and danger

One journey, two perspectives, many stories.

Helping students prepare for and polish their understanding of HSC Music 2 & Music Extension

For the first time in 2025, musicians will have the option to audition for the Summer Symphony Orchestra!

Sublime, explosive dance from Stephanie Lake

Create your own manga-style comic book in this introductory workshop

As We Speak- Zakir Hussain, Bela Fleck, Edgar Meyer Feat. Rakesh Chaurasia

An exhibition that explores the five elements from a cross-cultural perspective.

Learn how to make your own manga style comics in this introductory workshop

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

Studio access for experienced printmakers

Art exhibition of rice paper paintings by members of the Australian Chinese Painting Society

Discover ceramics in this 8-week courses for beginner students

Hear from representatives from the arts, politics, academia and media, as we explore power and politics in Shakespeare

Learn botanical art from Anna Voytsekhovich, scientist, illustrator and botanical artist.

Discover ceramics in this 5-week course for beginner students

Create your own one-off jewellery pieces in this Wednesday evening course

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

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

Studio access for experienced printmakers

Discover ceramics in this directed 5-week course for beginner students

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

Dive into watercolours with this compact 5 week course

Dive into Weill & Brecht's Seven Deadly Sins and Mahagonny-Songspiel: powerful works blending opera, theatre and satire

5,000 years of culture in one night. A beautiful, heavenly experience. This is what you have been waiting for.

A Council curated exhibition of student artworks selected from the 2024 NSW HSC

Bell Shakespeare presents one of the most famous war plays of all time.

Learn the basics of working with clay in this 6-week course

Make you own handcrafted textured jewellery in our 2.5-hour Sunday afternoon beginner workshop

Make you own handcrafted textured bangle or cuff in our Sunday afternoon beginner workshop

Create your own unique domed silver jewellery piece in this fun 2.5-hour introductory jewellery workshop

Bell Shakespeare’s lively script reading series celebrating rarely read classics

Bell Shakespeare's exclusive subscriber event with Professor Liam E. Semler

Let the Memory Live Again!

Bell Shakespeare presents one of Shakespeare's most exhilarating works.

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

Don’t miss Bell Shakespeare's illustrious night of collaboration between actor and winemaker

Bell Shakespeare presents Shakespeare's greatest love story portrayed with elegance and clarity.