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Arts & culture in Sydney

The hottest arts, theatre and culture in Sydney right now, ranked 0-100 by how big each is.

23 events on this board.

Top pick61
Culture

My Fair Lady (Australia)

Theatre

Sydney Opera House- Joan Sutherland Theatrein 3hSun 20 Sept, 15:00
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  1. Culturein 2 days

    Dracula

    State Theatre, Sydney

    Approximate Running Times: Foyer Doors - 1 hour prior Auditorium Doors - 30 minutes prior Duration: 2 hours (includes 20 minute interval) The price of each ticket includes a $1 Restoration Levy. BALLET GALA FEATURING PRINCIPAL ARTISTS FROM THE WORLD'S LEADING BALLET COMPANIES. .

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  2. Culturein 6 days

    Tinkerbell and the Dream Fairies Sydney

    Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

    Gates open: 1 hour prior Duration: 1 hr 15 mins Performances take place on grass. Chairs not provided, bring a picnic blanket or low rise chair. Join the magical fairies as they go on an exciting musical adventure! In an enchanting world of song & dance, the adventurous Tinkerbell meets up with the fairies from A Midsummer Night's Dream. Together, the cheeky Mustardseed, fluttery Moth, daring Cobweb & sweet Peaseblossom go on a magical quest with Tinkerbell.The audience is invited to dress up and join in the fun! Come as a fairy, an elf, a Jedi, a pirate or even a superhero! Everyone is welcome to join this sparkling adventure with a special visit to 'Bubble Land' to help Tinkerbell & her new fairy friends find her lost wings.. "A sweet & fun show for the little ones" - The Herald Sun "Fairytastic! I took my three children to this event and it was the most magical time of our whole school holiday.The fairies were so believable and the songs made all the grown-ups so happy" .

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  3. Culturein 1 week

    Bill Bailey: Vaudevillean

    State Theatre, Sydney

    Approximate Running Times: Foyer Doors - 7:00 PM Auditorium Doors - 7:30 PM Act 1 - 8:00 PM Finish - 9:00 PM The price of each ticket includes a $1 Restoration Levy. .

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  4. Culturein 5 weeks

    aja monet (USA) + Monstress

    Oxford Art Factory

    An exhibition worth the trip.

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  5. Culturein 2 weeks

    CHEEK LIVE: State of the Nation with Hannah Ferguson

    State Theatre, Sydney

    Approximate Running Times: Foyer Doors - 6:30 pm Act 1 - 7:30 pm Interval - TBA Act 2 - TBA Finish - TBC The price of each ticket includes a $1.50 Restoration Levy. .

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  6. Culturein 2 weeks

    Aaron Chen - Technology

    State Theatre, Sydney

    Approximate Running Times: Doors - 6:30pm Start - 7:30pm The price of each ticket includes a $1 Restoration Levy.

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  7. Culturein 3 weeks

    Mystique - A Journey Beyond Reality

    State Theatre, Sydney

    Prepare to believe! Internationally acclaimed illusionist and Australia's Got Talent finalist Michael Boyd brings MYSTIQUE - A Journey Beyond Reality to the State Theatre Sydney for one spectacular performance only. Featuring breathtaking illusions, stunning dancers, dazzling costumes and the death-defying Scorpion illusion direct from Las Vegas, MYSTIQUE is a fast-paced family spectacular that will leave audiences questioning reality. Packed with audience participation, incredible magic and world-class production values, this is an unforgettable theatrical experience for all ages. Mystique is a magic show with variety, class, humour, and high-gloss production values that the whole family will enjoy" Bobbi-Lea Dionysius - Aussie Theatre Approximate Running Times: Foyer Doors - 5:30 pm Auditorium Doors - 6:00 pm Start - 6:30 pm Finish - TBC The price of each ticket includes a $1.50 Restoration Levy. .

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  8. Culturein 3 weeks

    CHRIS CONNOR - VIVA ELVIS

    State Theatre, Sydney

    Approximate Running Times: Foyer Doors - 6:00 PM Auditorium Doors - 6:30 PM Act 1 - 7:00 PM Interval - 8:10 PM Act 2 - 8:30 PM Finish - 9:30 PM The price of each ticket includes a $1 Restoration Levy. .

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  9. Culturein 4 weeks

    Morgan Jay: The Goofy Guy Tour

    State Theatre, Sydney

    Approximate Running Times: Foyer Doors - 8:30pm Auditorium Doors - 9:00pm 1st Set - 9:30pm 2nd Set - 10:00pm Finish - 11:00pm The price of each ticket includes a $1 Restoration Levy. MORGAN JAY is a musician and comedian based in Los Angeles, Morgan has made appearances on MTV's Wild'n'Out, NBC, and Comedy Central and was a 2023 Just For Laughs New Face. First generation American - he takes his musical influences from his Brazilian and Italian background and 90's upbringing. .

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  10. Culturein 8 weeks

    Carl Barron: Just Wondering Why

    State Theatre, Sydney

    Approximate Running Times: Foyer Doors - 1 hour prior Auditorium Doors - 30 mins prior Duration - 1hr 25 mins (no interval) The price of each ticket includes a $1 Restoration Levy. Warnings and Recommendations Recommended 18 Years+ This performance contains adult themes. All in attendance must have a ticket to gain access to the performance. Lockout applies - check with the ticketing outlet for more information, bars close 5 min before advertised start time. **Please note that no babes in arms will be permitted.

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  11. Culturein 17 weeks

    Matt Mathews: Not What I Ordered World Tour

    State Theatre, Sydney

    Approximate Running Times: Foyer Doors - 1 hour prior The price of each ticket includes a $1 Restoration Levy.

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  12. Culturein 7 weeks

    Greg Davies: Full Fat Legend

    State Theatre, Sydney

    Approximate Running Times: Foyer Doors - 7:00pm Auditorium Doors - 7:30pm Act 1 - 8:00pm Finish - 9:00pm The price of each ticket includes a $1 Restoration Levy. .

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Culture in Sydney: the rundown

23 spots are on the Place to Be radar in Sydney right now. The hottest is My Fair Lady (Australia) at Sydney Opera House- Joan Sutherland Theatre (rising, 61/100), followed by Tinkerbell and the Dream Fairies Sydney and Dracula. The board leans culture, with 1 spot is on this weekend. Every spot is ranked 0 to 100 by how big the crowd is, and Place to Be does not sell tickets, so the order is honest.

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Frequently asked

What's on for culture in Sydney right now?

Right now Sydney has 23 on the radar under culture, led by My Fair Lady (Australia) at Sydney Opera House- Joan Sutherland Theatre, Tinkerbell and the Dream Fairies Sydney at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, Dracula at State Theatre, Sydney. The list is ranked by how big each spot is and updates hourly.

What is the biggest event in Sydney?

My Fair Lady (Australia) at Sydney Opera House- Joan Sutherland Theatre on Sun 20 Sept. It scores 61 out of 100 on the radar, the rising tier.

Is there anything on in Sydney this weekend?

Yes. 1 spot is on this weekend in Sydney, led by My Fair Lady (Australia) at Sydney Opera House- Joan Sutherland Theatre.

How does Place to Be rank events?

Each spot is scored 0 to 100, led by how big the crowd is, then venue quality, ticket demand, category and whether more than one source lists it. Place to Be does not sell tickets, so the ranking is honest and never pay to play.

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Refreshed through the day from live sources. 23 spots on the Sydney radar right now.