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SUMMARY:Gatsby at the Green Light - Cabaret
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited to the Party of the Summer \nThe most glamorous event of the season is back – and everyone’s clamouring for an invitation. Following its sold-out run in 2023\, GATSBY returns to light up the summer once again\, transforming the Sydney Opera House into the hottest club in town. \nStep beyond the velvet rope and into The Green Light – an electrifying world where the glitz of the Roaring Twenties meets the pulse of the 2020s. Inspired by F. Scott Fitzgerald’s timeless novel The Great Gatsby\, this dazzling reimagining fuses cabaret\, live music\, and variety performance into one unforgettable night of decadence and desire. \nOwned by the mysterious and magnetic Gatsby himself\, The Green Light invites guests to sip on cocktails with a twist while being swept up in a whirlwind of soaring vocals\, spellbinding choreography\, breathtaking aerial acts\, and costumes dripping in sparkle. \nFrom the creators of the acclaimed L’Hotel\, GATSBY is an immersive theatrical experience where every guest becomes part of the story. Dress to impress\, raise a glass\, and lose yourself in a night where champagne flows freely\, secrets shimmer in the air\, and the past never truly lets go. \nSydney Opera House and Caper & Crow present GATSBY — the party of the summer. \n–> Book Tickets Here
URL:https://fun-filled-finds.com/event/gatsby-at-the-green-light-cabaret/
LOCATION:Sydney Opera House\, Sydney
CATEGORIES:Cabaret,Circus,Sydney Opera House
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SUMMARY:Now You See Me Live
DESCRIPTION:Now You See Me Live\nThe stage illusion spectacular\nBased on Lionsgate’s hit film franchise\, Now You See Me Live storms into the Sydney Opera House this summer with a thrilling fusion of high-tech illusions\, daring solo stunts and mind-blowing visual spectacle. \nMaking its Australian debut\, four world-class illusionists — Adam Trent (USA)\, Enzo Weyne (FR)\, Andrew Basso (ITL) and Gabriella Lester (RSA) — unite as The Horsemen\, bringing the films’ magic to life with astonishing\, never-before-seen feats. \nFrom the creators of Broadway’s smash The Illusionists\, Now You See Me Live delivers a breathtaking\, blockbuster-style experience the whole family must see to believe. \n19 December 2025 – 3 January 2026 \n–> More Info / Buy tickets here
URL:https://fun-filled-finds.com/event/now-you-see-me-live/
LOCATION:Sydney Opera House\, Sydney
CATEGORIES:Magic,Sydney Opera House
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SUMMARY:Madama Butterfly - Opera
DESCRIPTION:When Love is Lost\, What Remains? \nPuccini’s Madama Butterfly tells the heartrending story of Cio-Cio-San\, a woman who dreams of a life filled with hope\, and Pinkerton\, a man who sees only a fleeting butterfly – something to capture\, possess\, and discard. His selfish pursuit sets in motion a tragedy of sweeping emotional depth. \nThe opera’s score is nothing short of transcendent: from the soaring heights of Cio-Cio-San’s iconic “Un bel di” to the delicate serenity of the “Humming Chorus\,” Puccini’s music captures longing\, heartbreak\, and fleeting moments of beauty. \nMoffatt Oxenbould’s award-winning production is a visual masterpiece. Tiny candles shimmer across floating flowers in a real onstage moat\, while sliding paper panels reveal and conceal the hidden truths of the characters. Sumptuous\, vibrant costumes\, inspired by traditional Japanese dress\, create a serene yet emotionally charged backdrop for the unfolding drama. \nExtraordinary singers breathe life into every note of Puccini’s passionate score\, guided by the expert hands of conductors Andrea Battistoni and Erina Yashima. \nThis Madama Butterfly is more than an opera – it’s an unforgettable\, must-see experience\, a performance that will linger in the heart long after the final curtain. \nPresented by Opera Australia. \n–> More Info / Book Tickets Here or Here
URL:https://fun-filled-finds.com/event/madama-butterfly-opera/
LOCATION:Sydney Opera House\, Sydney
CATEGORIES:Opera,Opera Australia,Sydney Opera House
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260113
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SUMMARY:Pirates Love Underpants
DESCRIPTION:Pirates Love Underpants\n  \nAhoy! Pirates Really Do Love Underpants\nGet ready to hoist the sails and laugh out loud – Pirates Love Underpants is coming to Sydney Opera House this summer! Based on the bestselling book by Claire Freedman and Ben Cort\, this swashbuckling\, underpants-obsessed adventure is perfect for the whole family. \nJoin a band of quirky pirates as they hunt for the legendary Pants of Gold to stash in the Captain’s Treasure Chest. Along the way\, dodge hungry crocs under Long-John Bridge\, bob across the waves of Big Knickers Bay\, spot sharks in fancy underpants\, and trek the treacherous Three Pants Ridge. \nPacked with lively music\, dazzling puppetry\, and glittering golden pants\, this rollicking adventure promises laughs\, thrills\, and a whole lot of cheeky fun. Are you ready to set sail? \nBased on the book Pirates Love Underpants by Claire Freedman and Ben Cort.Illustrations © Ben Cort 2013. Text © Claire Freedman 2013. Published by arrangement with Simon & Schuster UK Ltd. \nPresented by Sydney Opera House in association with NLP and Curve Productions. \n\nSuitable for ages 2+ \n–> More Info / Book Tickets Here
URL:https://fun-filled-finds.com/event/pirates-love-underpants/
LOCATION:Sydney Opera House\, Sydney
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Kids Family,Puppetry,Sydney Opera House
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SUMMARY:TOO~B
DESCRIPTION:TOO~B\nA free\, colourful\, touchable\, wearable play space created by artist HOSSEI \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStep into a soft\, stretchy universe where you can become anything you imagine… or choose not to be anything at all. In this wonder-filled world\, a child’s creativity takes the lead. \nTOO~B is a free summer play space designed by HOSSEI\, a multidisciplinary Australian artist of Persian\, Turkish and Russian heritage whose work spans costume\, video and installation. Children aged 0–12 and their families are invited into an immersive\, self-guided playground where curiosity runs wild and imagination shapes a vibrant\, ever-shifting adventure. \nLead Artist: HOSSEISound Design: HOSSEI\, Niki Johnson and Victoria PhamCostume Design: HOSSEI and Tanja MijanPlay Consultant: Sue GilesPhotography: Jacquie Manning \nPresented by Sydney Opera House \n\n\n\n\n\nFREE Admission\, but tickets must be booked\nRecommended for ages 0-12 and parents/carers (16+). Children must be supervised by a parent or carer during the session. PLEASE NOTE: Thursday and Friday 10am workshops recommended for ages 0-2 only.\nMaximum two (2) Adult tickets and four (4) Child tickets per person. Maximum of six (6) tickets total per transaction. Tickets registered in excess of the ticket limit may be cancelled without notice.\n\n\n—> More info / Book here
URL:https://fun-filled-finds.com/event/toob/
LOCATION:Sydney Opera House\, Sydney
CATEGORIES:Free,Interactive,Kids Family,Sydney Opera House
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SUMMARY:Garrigarrang Badu - Sydney Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Garrigarrang Badu – Sydney Festival 2026\nJannawi means “with me\, with you” in the Dharug language — a gesture of welcome\, connection\, and solidarity. For more than ten years\, the all-female Jannawi Dance Clan have combined traditional and contemporary dance to ensure Dharug songlines continue to flourish. \nTheir most ambitious creation yet\, Garrigarrang Badu\, is conceived and choreographed by artistic director Peta Strachan in collaboration with the Jannawi dancers. Women from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Nations across Australia unite in this large-scale tribute to Dharug Country\, the land where they live\, create\, and dance. \nGarrigarrang (“salt water”) and Badu (“fresh water”) explores the story of Dharug nation\, stretching from the mountains to the sea\, and honours the crucial role women have played for thousands of years in nurturing and preserving Dharug culture. It is a moving reflection on the deep connections between land\, body\, and spirit\, highlighting women’s creativity\, resilience\, and strength. \nThis work is a living continuation of culture\, safeguarding the future of Dharug language\, stories\, and dance. Following a celebrated development showing at Sydney Festival 2023\, Garrigarrang Badu returns in 2026 in full form at the Sydney Opera House. \nPost Show Talk\nAfter the 1pm performance on Saturday 10 January\, audiences are invited to join a 60-minute Dharug Knowledge Holders Panel\, facilitated by Cathie Craigie. Knowledge holders will share insights into the cultural storytelling at the heart of Garrigarrang Badu\, discussing the making of the work\, language revitalisation\, truth-telling\, river systems\, and Dharug lore. This is a rare chance to listen\, learn\, and connect with the voices behind the performance. \n  \n— Part of Sydney Festival 2026 \n—> More Info / Book Tickets Here
URL:https://fun-filled-finds.com/event/garrigarrang-badu-sydney-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Sydney Opera House\, Sydney
CATEGORIES:Dance,Sydney Festival 2026,Sydney Opera House
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SUMMARY:Duck Pond
DESCRIPTION:Duck Pond by Circa\nCirca returns to the Concert Hall from 9–12 January 2026 with Duck Pond\, a bold circus reimagining of Swan Lake and The Ugly Duckling. Blending breathtaking acrobatics\, humour and elegant artistry\, the show offers an entertaining story about finding your true self. \nLed by acclaimed director Yaron Lifschitz\, the internationally renowned Australian company continues to redefine modern circus. Fresh from a sold-out London season\, Duck Pond comes to Sydney as part of an extensive regional Australian tour\, co-commissioned by leading arts centres across the country and abroad. \nPresented by Sydney Opera House and Circa \n9-12 January 2026 \n–> More Info / Buy Tickets here
URL:https://fun-filled-finds.com/event/duck-pond/
LOCATION:Sydney Opera House\, Sydney
CATEGORIES:Circus,Comedy,Sydney Opera House
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SUMMARY:Rothar - Sydney Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Rothar\n  \nTheatre becomes pure play in this inventive\, pedal-powered adventure from Ireland. \nAt the tiny bicycle shop on the edge of town\, whole worlds are waiting to unfold. \nMiquel and Moisés show up for another day in the repair shop\, but it quickly transforms into a playground for their imaginations. As the two boys conjure stories\, spark delight\, and turn everyday objects into passports to far-off places\, they set off on journeys that exist only in dreams. \nWith Branar’s beautiful design\, lively physical storytelling\, and the boundless magic of play\, this production invites us to see just how far creativity can carry us. \nTake a fantastical ride through the imagination with Rothar. \nRothar is created in association with Drama at the University of Galway and the Baboró International Arts Festival for Children\, as part of Creative Europe’s Mapping Project. \nSupported by Sydney Festival and Culture Ireland. \nSydney Opera House presents a Branar production. \nSuitable for ages 4+ \n—> More Info / Buy tickets here or here
URL:https://fun-filled-finds.com/event/rothar/
LOCATION:Sydney Opera House\, Sydney
CATEGORIES:Kids Family,Sydney Festival 2026,Sydney Opera House
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SUMMARY:Turandot Opera
DESCRIPTION:Turandot Opera by Puccini\nWhat is born at night and dies by dawn? What burns without light\, and what ice glows with fire? \nPrincess Turandot never invited suitors to her court – yet they came. She warned them all with riddles sharp enough to kill\, daring anyone to pierce her icy heart. But what happens when someone finally solves the puzzle and reaches the woman behind the legend? \nInternational director and choreographer Ann Yee reimagines Turandot in a breathtaking new production for Australia’s national Opera Conference. With towering sets\, immersive visuals\, and stunning choreography\, this spectacular staging weaves together the courage of Turandot\, the pain of her ancestors\, and the selfless love of another woman into a powerful story of resilience and transformation. \nPuccini’s sweeping score carries audiences through the opera’s vast emotional landscapes—from the thunderous choruses to the spine-tingling heights of “Nessun dorma.” \nTwo of Australia’s leading dramatic sopranos\, Rebecca Nash (fresh from the Metropolitan Opera\, New York) and Anna-Louise Cole (star of The Ring Cycle)\, share the title role. They are joined by acclaimed tenor Young Woo Kim alongside Diego Torre and Rosario La Spina\, under the batons of Henrik Nánási\, Nicholas Milton\, Andrea Battistoni\, and Tahu Matheson. \nA feast for the senses\, Turandot fuses myth\, music\, and movement into an unforgettable theatrical experience — a spectacular highlight of the season that will leave audiences spellbound. \n  \n—> More Info / Book Tickets Here or Here
URL:https://fun-filled-finds.com/event/turandot-opera/
LOCATION:Sydney Opera House\, Sydney
CATEGORIES:Opera,Opera Australia,Sydney Festival 2026,Sydney Opera House
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SUMMARY:Hansel and Gretel
DESCRIPTION:Hansel and Gretel\n  \nA Magical Opera Adventure\n“Nibble\, nibble\, little mouse\, who’s that nibbling at my house?” \nLost and hungry in the shadowy forest\, Hansel and Gretel search desperately for a place to call home. Their fortunes change when they discover a dazzling house made of candy – and meet a peculiar woman who is far from as sweet as she appears. Can the clever siblings outsmart the wicked witch and find their way home? \nAcclaimed director Elijah Moshinsky brings this timeless Grimms’ fairy tale to life with warmth\, humour\, and just the right touch of darkness. Audiences will be enchanted by surreal storybook settings\, larger-than-life costumes\, and familiar characters brought vividly to the stage. \nAn all-star Australian cast features Margaret Plummer and Stacey Alleaume as the resourceful Hansel and Gretel\, with Jane Ede delightfully sinister as the witch. Tahu Matheson conducts Humperdinck’s magical score\, rich with German folk melodies and lush orchestration. Performed in English\, this production is a perfect introduction to opera for newcomers and a nostalgic delight for seasoned fans. \nPresented by Opera Australia. \nSuitable for all ages but note the length: 125 minutes\, including 1 interval \n—> More Info / Book Tickets Here or Here
URL:https://fun-filled-finds.com/event/hansel-and-gretel/
LOCATION:Sydney Opera House\, Sydney
CATEGORIES:Kids Family,Opera,Opera Australia,Sydney Opera House
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