Theatre & Opera
Sydney offers world-class theatre and opera productions which are anchored by the iconic Sydney Opera House.
The best theatre shows coming to Sydney in 2026 and 2027
A strong lineup of productions will light up Sydney's stages over the coming months and well into 2027. Here's what's on.
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The best Halloween events in Sydney for a frightfully good time
Things to do
From haunted island tours and horror movie marathons to spooky cocktail crawls and family-friendly trick-or-treat trails, Sydney is going all out for Halloween this year.
Guide to the Blue Mountains: bushwalks, bites and best things to do
Precincts
No trip to Sydney is complete without exploring one of New South Wales’ most spectacular natural wonders: the stunning Blue Mountains.
Where to watch the Melbourne Cup in Sydney
Things to do
Australia's biggest and most prestigious horse racing event returns next Tuesday, and although NSW isn't granted a public holiday like Victoria, Sydney is still gearing up for a day of major celebrations.
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Anastasia the Musical Sydney 2026: everything you need to know
Featuring beloved songs, a world-class creative team, and sweeping storytelling, Anastasia is a must-see theatrical event set to be one of Sydney’s biggest stage highlights of 2026.
Review: A haunting refrain, a sensual cast: Eugene Onegin, Sydney Opera House
Opera loves a romance gone wrong. And Eugene Onegin, on at the Sydney Opera House, is one of the genre's most melancholy works.
Best Theatre Shows in Sydney Right Now (May 2026)
Drama, drama, drama! With 2026 already in full swing, Sydney’s top five theatre companies are busy promoting their winning line-up of performances.
Moulin Rouge! The Musical will turn Sydney red in 2027
Bohemians of Sydney, this one's for you. Global Creature has announced that the worldwide smash Moulin Rouge! The Musical will open at the Sydney Lyric in March 2027, featuring a…
The Lion King Musical roars back to Sydney with full cast revealed
If you’re a theatre fan, there’s no doubt you’ve heard the news that six-time Tony-winning musical The Lion King is coming to Sydney this April. The blockbuster musical is set…
Michael Paynter to channel the legendary John Farnham in world-premiere musical
Australian singer-songwriter Michael Paynter has been cast as music legend John Farnham in Whispering Jack: The John Farnham Musical.
Review: Hansel and Gretel is a deliciously dark welcome to opera
Read our review of Opera Australia's deliciously dark production of Hansel and Gretel.
Review: Wake up call – how the Irish love to celebrate life after death
What do you get when you cross Riverdance, the phenomenon which brought Irish dance to the global stage, with Cirque du Soleil?The answer: Wake, a heady mix of dance, camp…
