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The best of Sydney theatre, film, art and music reviews and news
Theatre
Theatre & musicals
From glitzy musicals to high drama and indie gems, it's a great year for theatre in Sydney.
Music
Live music venues
Contrary to contemporary yarns, there are still pubs and bars that host live music in Sydney.
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Things to do in Sydney
What's on now in Sydney
Theatre
Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)
Austen’s classic gets a fresh, funny retelling with recognisable songs and a brilliant five-strong ensemble that will make you fall in love all over again
Theatre
Fiddler on the Roof
A visually ambitious 'Fiddler on the Roof' reaches soaring heights while grappling with the pitfalls of a classic musical
Music
Jazz Sessions in The Rocks
Catch free jazz performances under the stars every Thursday this autumn and winter
Theatre
Velvet Inferno
Velvet Inferno is the very sparkly new evolution of the hit Australian production Velvet – with Marcia Hines starring as The Diva
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Museums
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Powerhouse Castle Hill
A visit to this major cultural institution offers your creative fix in the form of year-round exhibitions, tours and workshops.
Things to do
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Australia's most famous painting and sculpture prize exhibition at the Art Gallery of NSW is back
A permanent fixture in Sydney’s artistic calendar, and one of the rare times everyone suddenly becomes an art critic, the Archibald, Wynne and Sulman...
Latest theatre and dance reviews
Theatre
Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)
Austen’s classic gets a fresh, funny retelling with recognisable songs and a brilliant five-strong ensemble that will make you fall in love all over again
Theatre
Fiddler on the Roof
A visually ambitious 'Fiddler on the Roof' reaches soaring heights while grappling with the pitfalls of a classic musical
Music in Sydney
Music
On The Steps
The Sydney Opera House open-air summer music series is back for 2026 – with James Blake, Spacey Jane, Wolf Alice, DMAs and more
Music
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5 epic shows on at Sydney's Afterpay Arena in spring 2026
With a new name, fresh upgrades and a blockbuster line-up, there’s never been a better time to check out this beloved venue
Music
The best bars and pubs in Sydney for live music
Catch live gigs – from indie rock to jazz, hip hop and punk – at these Sydney bars and pubs
Nightlife
The best nightclubs in Sydney to get on the dance floor
Sydney's top clubs – all the best night-time destinations to lose yourself on the dancefloor
Music
The best jazz bars and clubs in Sydney
These basement bars and neighbourhood pub serve up smooth tunes alongside a cold pint
Music
Jazz Sessions in The Rocks
Catch free jazz performances under the stars every Thursday this autumn and winter
Music
Pleasure Club
With nostalgic cocktails and rollicking live performances every night, you can escape reality at Newtown’s purple-hued basement bar (well, until 4am at least)
Theatre
Sydney Opera House
Sydney's iconic performing arts venue is one of the most photographed (and controversial) buildings in the world
Music
Olivia Dean Sydney show: Tickets, times, presale and everything you need to know
The groovy UK star has announced a one-off Sydney show this spring – her only one in Aus – with Sydney Harbour as the backdrop
Nightlife
This former church in Sydney's CBD is transforming into a nightclub and performance space
Unholy Playhouse will open this July – with Sydney's fave party people (including Freda's and Heaps Gay) hosting takeovers
Latest film reviews
Film
The Dog Stars
Ridley Scott finds new beginnings at the end of the world in a hopeful if bumpy post-collapse epic
Film
Goodbye Cruel World
‘Anatomy of a Fall’s child star Milo Machado-Graner lights up Félix de Givry’s haunting debut
Your guide to art in Sydney
Art
The best art galleries in Sydney
Sydney is busting at the seams with great galleries of all shapes and sizes.
Art
Where to see Aboriginal art
Whether you're visiting from overseas or a curious local looking to get beyond the basics, here's where to start.