Sydney Eisteddfod Ballet Gala

21 July 2024

In the Concert Hall

Dance

Experience an enchanting evening of Classical Ballet with Sydney Eisteddfod.

Sydney Eisteddfod Ballet Gala

Experience elegance and grace at the Sydney Eisteddfod Ballet Gala, held at the iconic Sydney Opera House. Witness the extraordinary talent of 16 young dancers from across Australia as they compete for prestigious scholarships, showcasing their dedication and skill on stage. Be enchanted by captivating performances, including guest performances by international ballerina Jessica Fyfe. Adding to the allure, the Gala features the debut of a new work by Daniel Rojas, accompanied by the enchanting artistry of the Australian Youth Ballet dancers. Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the beauty of ballet, where talent meets passion on one of the world's most renowned stages. Don't miss this exquisite display of artistry and talent.

Presented by Sydney Eisteddfod

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Venue information

Our foyers will be open 90 minutes pre-show for Concert Hall and Joan Sutherland Theatre performances, and two hours pre-show for Western Foyer venue performances. Refreshments will be available for purchase from our theatre bars.

All Sydney Opera House foyers are pram accessible, with lifts to the main and western foyers. The public lift to all foyers is accessible from the corridor near the escalators on the Lower Concourse and also in the Western Foyer via the corridor on the Ground Level (at the top of the escalators). Pram parking will be available outside the theatres in the Western Foyer.

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