What’s On

Great Opera Hits

Sydney Opera House, 8 September-21 October

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

Sunset Boulevard

Sydney Opera House, 8 September-1 November

Musical superstar Sarah Brightman stars in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s extraordinary musical about a Hollywood icon.

Gilgamesh

Carriageworks, 26 September-5 October

The world’s oldest poem meets opera’s most cutting-edge artists in this spectacular new work, directed by Kip Williams (Sydney Theatre Company’s The Picture of Dorian Gray).

Eucalyptus

Palais Theatre, 16 October-19 October

A new opera based on Murray Bail’s acclaimed novel, Eucalyptus is an Australian fairytale, unusual love story and poetic ode to trees.

The Magic Flute

Geelong Arts Centre, 9 November-16 November

Embark on an enchanting adventure and meet a host of wondrous characters in Mozart’s The Magic Flute.

Chorus!

Geelong Arts Centre, 13 November-15 November

Hear the lyrical beauty and power of 48 choristers coming together to explore vast musical terrains through the emotional language of song. Showcasing famous choral pieces by the legends of opera, including Verdi, Puccini, Wagner and Tchaikovsky.

The Opera Gala Concert

Sydney Opera House, 31 December

Leave the crowds behind as you enter the Sydney Opera House, then settle back for an evening of opera’s most beautiful music, at the Opera Gala Concert. Make this your most glamorous New Year ever.

Cinderella on New Year's Eve

Sydney Opera House, 31 December

Feel all the magic of the fairy tale with enchanting music, playful choreography and extravagant costumes in this whimsical production of the classic opera. Don’t miss the ball – and don’t miss a magical countdown to midnight you’ll remember forever!

Great Opera Hits

Sydney Opera House, 1 January-29 March

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

Cinderella (Cendrillon)

Sydney Opera House, 2 January-28 March

Feel all the magic of the fairy tale with enchanting music, playful choreography and extravagant costumes in this whimsical production of the classic opera.

La Traviata

Sydney Opera House, 23 January-27 March

Glamour, riches and a tragic secret: La Traviata is the story of a courtesan falling in love. Classic opera with stunning costumes, outstanding music and a fresh perspective.

Hadestown

Theatre Royal Sydney, from February 2025

The acclaimed musical phenomenon Hadestown by singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and director Rachel Chavkin will premiere at Theatre Royal Sydney in February 2025.

Guys & Dolls on Sydney Harbour

Mrs Macquaries Point, 21 March-20 April

A slice of Broadway explodes across Sydney Harbour, with a spectacular brand-new production of the classic musical. Kick up your heels, raise a glass of something bubbly, then settle in for an unforgettable, feel-good night of song and dance

Hadestown

Her Majesty's Theatre, Melbourne, From May 2025

The acclaimed musical phenomenon Hadestown by singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and director Rachel Chavkin has its Melbourne premiere at Her Majesty’s Theatre.