Sydney

The Marriage of Figaro

Sydney Opera House, 6 August-27 August

One of the most playful operas ever written, The Marriage of Figaro is a classic comedy brimming with sex, lies and endless surprises. Mozart’s famous melodies will have you humming along and singing the famous arias long after the curtain falls.

Carmen

Sydney Opera House, 7 August-19 September

When Carmen meets Don José, sparks fly. This adrenaline-pumping ride through love and jealousy has famous music, including the Toreador song, and a thrilling plot.

Rusalka

Sydney Opera House, 9 August-11 August

A water nymph longs to live and love as a human and will sacrifice everything to get there. Australian soprano Nicole Car stars as Rusalka.

Great Opera Hits

Sydney Opera House, 10 August-28 March

Stroll down to the Sydney Opera House and join the stars of Opera Australia for a concert of the greatest hits of opera.

La Bohème

Sydney Opera House, 23 August-20 September

Glitzy sets, big emotions and stirring music fill the stage in this romantic classic. This much-loved production is set in the bohemian streets of 1930s Berlin. Expose your soul to the feelings that only music can express.

RENT

Sydney Opera House, 27 September-1 November

The musical that rocked Broadway is back! Step into the vibrant streets of New York City’s East Village, where dreams are born, friendships are tested, and the power of love prevails against all odds.

Mozart Requiem

City Recital Hall, 4 October

A night of musical grandeur with the Opera Australia Orchestra and Chorus in full force, as they perform a series of orchestral works and Mozart’s Requiem in D Minor.

The Opera Gala Concert

Sydney Opera House, 31 December

Dress up to the nines, kick up your heels and prepare for an unforgettable evening of opera’s most beautiful music, at the Opera Gala Concert. Make this your most glamorous New Year ever.

Madama Butterfly on New Year's Eve

Sydney Opera House, 31 December

An unforgettable, visually stunning production of one of opera’s most iconic works kicks off the New Year’s celebrations.

Madama Butterfly

Sydney Opera House, 3 January-25 March

A woman with a dream meets a man with a desire, but their marriage ripples into sweeping tragedy. A must-see opera in an award-winning production.

Turandot

Sydney Opera House, 15 January-27 March

Turandot fiercely protects her heart. This new production of Puccini’s grand opera features monumental sets, immersive visuals, mesmerising dance and opera’s electrifying aria ‘Nessun dorma’.

Hansel & Gretel

Sydney Opera House, 27 January-28 February

Hansel and Gretel’s fairytale escape from the wicked witch of the woods, in a whimsical production with larger-than-life sets. Humperdinck’s magical score is enchanting.

Opera Up Late with Reuben Kaye

Sydney Opera House, 21 February

A wild ride through the world of opera hosted by Reuben Kaye. With re-imagined opera hits, musical theatre classics and a few pop numbers along the way, this is a night you’ll never forget.

A Winter's Journey

City Recital Hall, 22 February-23 February

Schubert’s exquisite song cycle meets the glowing artwork of Australian painter Fred Williams, in an evocative presentation featuring tenor Allan Clayton and pianist Kate Golla.

Eugene Onegin

Sydney Opera House, 17 March-28 March

A profound tale of unrequited love and unintended consequences, Tchaikovsky’s Romantic opera features sumptuous sets and costumes, a lush score and lashings of emotion.

The Phantom of the Opera on Sydney Harbour

Mrs Macquaries Point, 27 March-26 April

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s iconic musical in an unforgettable spectacular: performed on the enormous overwater stage on Sydney Harbour with fireworks every night.

Anastasia

Sydney Lyric Theatre, from April 2026

The romantic and adventure-filled musical inspired by the beloved films, is coming to Australia for the first time! This dazzling production transports you from the twilight years of the Imperial rule to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out on an epic adventure to find home, love, and family.

The Merry Widow

Sydney Opera House, 8 July-18 August

An opulent party of glitz, glamour and Parisian charm, featuring familiar waltzes, tuneful melodies and lively choreography. The Merry Widow is flirty, funny and fabulous. Murphy’s dazzling production is a joyful escape to art deco era high society.

Rigoletto

Sydney Opera House, 21 July-21 August

Elijah Moshinsky’s much-loved production of Rigoletto returns to the stage of Sydney Opera House, complete with its glamorous La Dolce Vita-inspired sets and costumes, and scene-stealing car. The revolving dollhouse style set gives a cinematic detail to each scene.

The Drover's Wife

Sydney Opera House, 7 August-15 August

A new opera based on Leah Purcell’s groundbreaking adaptation of Henry Lawson’s classic short story. Emotional melodies, lush orchestration and operatic grandeur meet contemporary Aboriginal storytelling.

La Stupenda

Sydney Opera House, 20 August-22 August

A dazzling program performed in tribute to Joan Sutherland. Hear the full orchestra, chorus and homegrown sensation Jessica Pratt singing highlights from La Stupenda’s career.

My Fair Lady

Sydney Opera House, 12 September-18 October

Celebrating 70 dazzling years since its debut, Lerner and Loewe’s sparkling gem of theatrical history returns to the Sydney Opera House under the guidance of Julie Andrews.