Emma Memma
Christmas has come early for families with Emma Memma (Emma Watkins) announcing an exclusive live performance at the iconic Sydney Opera House Forecourt on December 8, as part of the Live Nation ‘On The Steps’ concert series.
On the Forecourt | Kids & Families | Seat Map
COVID-19 safety information
The health and wellbeing of everyone attending the Opera House is our top priority. We’re committed to making your experience safe, comfortable and enjoyable, with a number of measures in place including regular cleaning of high-touch areas, air conditioning systems that maximise ventilation, and hand sanitiser stations positioned in all paths of travel. We encourage you to wear a mask in indoor settings or when physical distancing can’t be maintained, and please stay home if you feel unwell. If you need to discuss your ticketing or booking options, contact our Box Office team on 02 9250 7777.
On-sale information
General public on sale Monday 7 November, 11am
Two performances on Thursday 8 December
Thursday 8 December 2022 3pm, gates open 1.30pm
Thursday 8 December 2022 6:15pm, gates open 4:45pm
All tickets $25.50 | $8.50 Booking Fee applies per transaction
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The only authorised agency for this event is Sydney Opera House. For more information about Authorised Agencies, see the FAQ below. Prices correct at the time of publication and subject to change without notice. Exact prices will be displayed with seat selection. Children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied at all times.
Children aged under 12 months are free on the knee without a ticket. If they require their own seat, a ticket must be purchased.
For any special access requirements phone the Contact Centre on 02 9250 7777 or email bookings@sydneyoperahouse.com.
The run time for this performance is 30 minutes
Show #1
Gates Open: 1.30pm
Emma Memma: 3pm
Show #2
Gates Open: 4.45pm
Emma Memma: 6.15pm
In English | Wheelchair accessible | AUSLAN Interpretation is available
Auslan interpretation service is provided for audiences who are deaf and use Australian Sign Language (Auslan). Experienced Auslan interpreters stand to the side of the stage and translate what the speakers are saying into Auslan. A block of seats is reserved for users of this service to ensure a good view of the interpreter and the stage. If you wish to be seated in this area for this performance, please phone the Contact Centre on 02 9250 7777 or email bookings@sydneyoperahouse.com to book your seats.
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Beloved children's entertainer, Emma Memma announces Emmazing December 8 show at the Sydney Opera House Forecourt
Christmas has come early for families with Emma Memma (Emma Watkins) announcing an exclusive live performance at the iconic Sydney Opera House Forecourt on December 8, as part of the Live Nation ‘On The Steps’ concert series.
Empowering the next generation through movement, creativity, inclusiveness and friendship, Emma Memma with her love of dance, sign language and music, brings visual communication to the forefront of the children’s media space and fans will get to immerse themselves in this sparkling experience on December 8 at one of the world’s most celebrated locations.
Over the last two months, Emma Memma and her best friend, Elvin Melvin have been delighting lucky competition winners across Australia & New Zealand at intimate meet & greet events and they can’t wait to come back to Sydney to celebrate their final show for 2022 sharing joyous singing, dancing and signing moments surrounded by lovely families on the steps of the Sydney Opera House.
Families are encouraged to dress in Emma Memma and Elvin Melvin’s favourite colours: orange, pink and green!
Presented by Live Nation
Venue Information
Performances are being sold to 100% capacity in line with the NSW Public Health Order. This includes all shows in the Concert Hall, Joan Sutherland Theatre, Studio, Playhouse, Drama Theatre, Utzon Room and Forecourt. Please note that you will be seated directly alongside other ticketholders.
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. Please remember to maintain physical distancing whilst consuming drinks in our foyers.
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 consistent with COVID-safe rules.
Transport options
- The Sydney Opera House Car Park, operated by Wilson Parking, is open and available to use. Wilson Parking offer discounted parking if you book ahead. Please see their website for details.
- Please check the Transport NSW website for the latest advice and information on travel and COVID-19 safety measures. You can catch public transport (bus, train, ferry) to Circular Quay and enjoy a six min walk to the Opera House.
What safety measures have you implemented?
Nothing is more important to us than the health and safety of everyone on site, and we are closely following NSW Health guidelines and advice. The Sydney Opera House is registered as a COVID Safe business with the NSW Government. For detailed information about our COVID-19 safety measures and what’s required of you when visiting, please see our plan your visit page.
What am I required to do as an audience member?
Face masks are strongly recommended for all patrons while inside our theatres and foyers, including during the performance. Please bring your own mask.
As you move around the Opera House, practise physical distancing (1.5 metres whenever possible) and follow the guidance provided by our staff and signage.
Within venues, always take your allocated seat.
For detailed information about our COVID-19 safety measures and what’s required of you, please see our plan your visit page.
Do I need to be vaccinated to visit the Sydney Opera House?
The Sydney Opera House no longer requires patrons to show that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Am I required to wear a mask?
Face masks are strongly recommended for all patrons while inside our theatres and foyers, including during the performance. Please bring your own mask.
How are you managing contact tracing?
Contact information is required when making a booking with us and upon arrival at the Opera House, as set out in our General Terms and Conditions for Tickets and Attendance at Events and our Customer Privacy Statement.
As the ticket purchaser, you are responsible for recording the contact details of your guests. Contact information will only be used for the purposes of contact tracing, if required, and will be deleted at least 28 days after your event.
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