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Theatre & musicals

From glitzy musicals to high drama and indie gems, it's a great year for theatre in Sydney.

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Live music venues

Contrary to contemporary yarns, there are still pubs and bars that host live music in Sydney.

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Art exhibitions

Explore the best of our city's amazing art galleries and museums.

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Jazz clubs

Hepcats' jazz needs will be met at one of these venues around Sydney.

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La Ronde

Circus, cabaret and live music return to The Grand Electric in the second Sydney season of this thrilling theatre experience by the creators of ‘Blanc de Blanc'

Until 10 May 2026

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The Lion King

Royalty takes theatrical form – long live the (Lion) King!

Until 30 Aug 2026

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The River

A raw, riveting reflection on love, relationships and illusion, starring Miranda Otto, unfolds on the STC stage

Until 16 May 2026

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Gutenberg! The Musical!

Gutenberg! The Musical! is a reminder of how restorative it is to laugh, be surprised, and feel briefly, gloriously lighter

Until 17 May 2026

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Anastasia

Richly staged and thoughtfully performed, Anastasia offers far more than a simple trip down memory lane

Until 18 July 2026

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Theatre

The River

A raw, riveting reflection on love, relationships and illusion, starring Miranda Otto, unfolds on the STC stage

Until 16 May 2026

Theatre

Anastasia

Richly staged and thoughtfully performed, Anastasia offers far more than a simple trip down memory lane

Until 18 July 2026

Theatre

Gutenberg! The Musical!

Gutenberg! The Musical! is a reminder of how restorative it is to laugh, be surprised, and feel briefly, gloriously lighter

Until 17 May 2026

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Music in Sydney

Nightlife

Sydney's legendary Retro nightclub has reopened in a heritage-listed CBD pub

Retro 2.0 serves up old-school nostalgic fun with a high-energy dancefloor, lolly-loaded cocktails, a photo booth and a 'Retro Hotline'

6 must-see concerts from the Sydney Symphony Orchestra’s 2026 season

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6 must-see concerts from the Sydney Symphony Orchestra’s 2026 season

The Sydney Symphony Orchestra is filling the sails of the Sydney Opera House with another blockbuster season of thrilling performances

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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

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Jazz Sessions in The Rocks

Catch free jazz performances under the stars every Thursday this autumn and winter

Until 24 Sept 2026

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The best bars and pubs in Sydney for live music

Catch live gigs – from blues bands to indie rock, jazz, hip hop and punk – at these Sydney bars and pubs

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Art After Dark

Sydney Biennale's Art After Dark program is bringing live music to the huge industrial venue most Friday nights until June 12

Until 12 June 2026

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The 9 best jazz bars and clubs in Sydney

These are the very best places to enjoy live jazz in Sydney

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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)