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Isabelle JamesIsabelle James

There’s nothing like a fresh pair of eyes to show you a new way of seeing a city. And that’s exactly what Isabelle brought with her when she moved to Sydney from London in 2023. Looking at the city through the lens of both a traveller and a local, Isabelle, a writer on arts and culture for more than three years, knows the best way to spend time in Sydney. Covering everything from hidden ocean pools and vintage markets to gallery openings and the best new bars, Isabelle writes from firsthand experience. Her curated local guides are up to date and thoroughly researched.

10 Vivid Sydney light installations made for your Instagram feed

May 21, 2026May 7, 2026 by Isabelle James
Pendulum Vivid Sydney

If you’re looking to up your gram game, use this guide to help plan your evening out at Vivid Sydney 2026. Your camera roll will thank us later…

Categories Vivid Sydney Tags vivid, Vivid Light Installations, Vivid Sydney, Vivid Sydney 2026

What to expect from Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour in 2027 after Phantom’s record-breaking run

May 6, 2026 by Isabelle James
Jake Lyle as The Phantom and Amy Manford as Christine Daaé in Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour's 2026 production of The Phantom of the Opera. Credit Daniel Boud

After a record season for Phantom of the Opera, what’s next for Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour?

Categories Entertainment, Theatre & Opera Tags handa opera, opera australia, Phantom of the Opera

We’re about to enter a new season of musicals: here’s what you should book

May 5, 2026May 2, 2026 by Isabelle James
Anastasia Musical Sydney

A new era of musicals is about to hit Sydney’s biggest and best theatres. Here are the shows we think you should book.

Categories Entertainment, Theatre & Opera Tags musicals, Sydney, Theatre

Meet the director behind Sydney Film Festival 2026’s most talked-about feature

April 30, 2026 by Isabelle James
Mia Kidis French Girls TV

We chat with the director and writer behind one of this year’s most talked about features at the Sydney Film Festival.

Categories Entertainment Tags French Girls, SFF, Sydney Film Festival, Sydney Film Festival 2026

38 things to do in Sydney in May 2026

May 4, 2026April 29, 2026 by Isabelle James
Bronte Beach in Sydney

Fill your May calendar with our stacked list of things to do in Sydney, from blockbuster festivals, comedy shows, gigs, theatre, art exhibitions and even celestial events!

Categories Things to do Tags May, things to do in sydney, things to do in Sydney in May

I saw an exclusive preview of The Lion King in Sydney – here’s why you should book your tickets

April 23, 2026April 22, 2026 by Isabelle James
Aphiwe Nyezi plays Simba in The Lion King

That unmistakable opening Zulu chant, Nants’ Ingonyama, can only mean one thing: The Lion King has returned to Sydney, ready to captivate audiences. Read about our exclusive first look here.

Categories Entertainment, Theatre & Opera Tags The Lion King, The Lion King Sydney

Eat, drink, be merry! The best bars and restaurants to go to during the Sydney Comedy Festival

May 1, 2026April 22, 2026 by Isabelle James
Mountain Culture Brewery Redfern

We’ve rounded up the best places to drink and dine around each of the 13 Sydney Comedy Festival hubs.

Categories Things to do, Food & Drink Tags Sydney Comedy Festival, Where to eat at the Sydney Comedy Festival

Our guide to Surry Hills: best restaurants, bars and things to do

April 30, 2026April 20, 2026 by Isabelle James
The Clock Surry Hills

One of Sydney’s most vibrant neighbourhoods, Surry Hills is packed with some of the city’s buzziest bars, standout restaurants, top-tier coffee, and an ever-evolving lineup of things to see and do.

Categories Precincts Tags Guide to Surry Hills, Surry Hills

Would you pay $60 to skip the Anzac Day queues? These Paddo pubs are selling fast passes

April 17, 2026 by Isabelle James
The Royal Paddington Anzac Day

This popular Paddington pub is offering fast passes to skip the ANZAC Day queues. The catch? It’ll set you back up to $60.

Categories Things to do Tags Anzac Day, Anzac Day queues

The Cutaway, Barangaroo’s new 24/7 cultural hub, has officially reached completion

April 17, 2026 by Isabelle James
The Cutaway Barangaroo

Barangaroo is having a moment. With the new metro station boosting access and its long-awaited cultural space, The Cutaway, now complete, the precinct is ready to step into the spotlight.

Categories News Tags Barangaroo, bars, Concerts, restaurants
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