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Urzila Carlson

13 December 2025

On the Forecourt

Comedy

One of Australia and New Zealand’s biggest comedy stars Urzila Carlson, is following her sold out ICC Sydney Theatre show on the highly successful ‘You Don’t Say’ Tour, with an encore show for On The Steps at the Sydney Opera House Forecourt on Saturday December 13.

Don’t miss your last chance to see Urzila in Sydney this year!

Iconic locations don’t get more impressive than the Sydney Opera House, and after a massive year touring Australia with multiple sold-out shows, Urzila is returning to Sydney for one night of comedy ‘On The Steps’ – the first comedian to have performed in this most famous of venues during the past ten years.

Urzila said, “Growing up in South Africa I knew very little about the outside world except for the basics, Eiffel Tower, Statue of Liberty and the Opera House in Sydney! The fact that I get to perform at one of those is one of the most iconic unreal feelings.”

Presented by Live Nation & Jubilee Street

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Security

The safety and security of our visitors, patrons and staff is our highest priority. The Opera House works closely with the NSW Police and other relevant authorities to ensure a safe and secure environment. As a condition of entry into the venue, bag inspections and electronic screening will be carried out at security checkpoints upon entry to the site. We strongly encourage patrons to leave bags at home and to avoid bringing any large items to the Opera House. 

Conditions of entry

All patrons and visitors attending Forecourt events at the Opera House must present their bags and personal belongings for visual inspection or x-ray screening as a condition of entry. Ticketholders may be electronically screened by Opera House security staff.

The following items are considered prohibited and will be confiscated if found:

  • Alcohol
  • Illegal substances including controlled, dangerous or illicit drugs
  • Incendiary devices (flares, fireworks and smoke bombs)
  • Glass items
  • Knives and any sharp items
  • Lasers
  • Any items that may cause a public nuisance
  • Any items that can be used as a weapon
  • Any items which look like a weapon, this includes replicas and toys
  • Unauthorised advertising material or flyers
  • Drones or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)
  • Musical instruments which can cause a public nuisance such as vuvuzelas, drums or any amplified music
  • Large umbrellas (bigger than 125cm in diameter)
  • No prams or strollers are permitted in the event footprint
  • Sunshades and tent structures, which are not permitted on site
  • Cushions and portable seating of any kind
  • Any other item that in the opinion of Opera House security could cause harm or public nuisance

Ticketholders and visitors have the option to leave with their prohibited items should they not wish to forfeit them in accordance with the above conditions of entry. All confiscated and prohibited items will be disposed of, and will not be held. Possession of unlawful items will be reported immediately to NSW Police.

Security staff will monitor patrons for RSA and refuse entry to any intoxicated persons in accordance with the Liquor Act 2007.

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