Sydney

Great Opera Hits

Sydney Opera House, 19 January-30 October

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, 20 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.

The Barber of Seville

Sydney Opera House, 21 January-28 February

A rollicking, laugh-out-loud comedy about everyone’s favourite friendly neighbourhood barber: Fi-ga-ro! Figaro! Figaro!

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.

Opera Up Late with Reuben Kaye

Sydney Opera House, 30 January

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.

Hadestown

Theatre Royal Sydney, 10 February-19 April

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

Candide

Sydney Opera House, 20 February-14 March

Take a wild and witty journey through a world gone mad in a brilliant satire by famed West Side Story composer Leonard Bernstein. Eddie Perfect and Lyndon Watts star in this smash-hit, distinctively Australian staging.

Dido & Aeneas

Sydney Opera House, 13 March-29 March

Exhilarating acrobatics meet stunning voices in this thrilling new production of a timeless love story, featuring Circa acrobats, slick costumes and poignant music.

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

Strictly Baz Luhrmann

Sydney Opera House, 23 June-24 June

An all-star celebration of the music of Strictly Ballroom, Romeo + Juliet and Moulin Rouge! with hits including ‘Time After Time’, ‘Love is in the Air’, ‘Young Hearts Run Free’, and ‘Come What May. 

Carmen

Sydney Opera House, 10 July-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, 19 July-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.

The Marriage of Figaro

Sydney Opera House, 31 July-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.

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.