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Don’t bag the Biennale! I just went for the first time and I loved it
Mixed reviews and harsh criticism have begun to plague the festival and Rose Kelly gives us her take on the 2026 Biennale.
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Review: The Prom, a musical based on a real life story, arrives at the Teatro
There is something quietly extraordinary unfolding in Leichhardt, in Sydney’s Inner West. Tucked within the Italian Forum, the Teatro, a 300-seat theatre, is setting out to become one of Sydney’s most compelling new arts hubs. The story behind Teatro is almost theatrical in itself. Co-founders Nathan M. Wright and Andrew Bevis, both deeply embedded in ...
We’re about to enter a new season of musicals: here’s what you should book
A new era of musicals is about to hit Sydney's biggest and best theatres. Here are the shows we think you should book.
Review: I saw Phantom of the Opera 40 years ago. This production is better than the original
Handa Opera on the Harbour's Phantom of the Opera has sold more tickets than any other production.
And on opening night, we found out why.
It's stunning, spectacular and wildly entertaining.
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The Sydney Dance Company releases an empowering 2026 calendar
Next year is lining up to be a bold new year of ever evolving collaborations and choreography for The Sydney Dance Company. The official lineup of performances has been released…
The Ocean Photographer of the Year exhibition is officially open— don’t miss these stunning shots
From November 6, the museum will host the world premiere of the Ocean Photographer of the Year 2025 exhibition, showcasing the finalists of the world’s leading competition for marine photography.
My Sydney Festival – Kris Nelson, the new director, on his first Sydney event
Sydney Festival’s new director has revealed his top ten picks for 2026. Canadian Kris Nelson, introducing his first festival this morning and talked about the importance of the 50th anniversary…
Bookings are open for Rick Stein at Coogee Beach
Simply titled Rick Stein at Coogee Beach, this freshly announced addition to the Eastern Suburbs dining scene is set to hit the mark, launching in December.
Opera Australia adds an extra week for Phantom of the Opera
Handa Opera on Sydney harbour has just announced an extra week of performances for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera. Due to record breaking bookings for the spectacular Phantom…
So Sydney: Premier and Lord Mayor battle over whether you can drink standing up outside a bar!
Sydney: It’s an argument that would have the city’s millions of foreign visitors – and many from Interstate – scratching their heads. Should you be allowed to drink standing up…
Twilight at Taronga 2026 will feature The Preatures, Bliss N Eso and more
Heavy on Aussie nostalgia with shows from The Preatures, Cloud Control and Sons of the East, the super popular series will also have Bjorn Again, Xavier Rudd and - possibly…
Sydney Opera House confirms all-star cast for New Year’s Eve Opera Gala
Is it already that time of year? Nothing signals the approaching holiday season than watching our cultural institutions prepare for the New Year. Sydney Opera House has started looking to…
