An Evening with Armistead Maupin
Due to ongoing restrictions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Opera House is currently closed to the public.
As a result, the talk with Armistead Maupin will no longer proceed as scheduled.
Ticketholders will be contacted directly with further information. Thank you for your patience and understanding at this time. Further information is available here.
Returning to Australian shores for the first time in over a decade, Fane presents an evening with the bestselling, much-loved author and LGBT activist, Armistead Maupin.
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Pre-sale and on-sale information
Pre-sale timings:
· Insider Member Priority – 10am Tues 3rd March
· What’s On e-newsletter pre-sale – 9am Wed 4th March
General public on sale 9am Tues 10th March
Two performances on Friday 24th July and Saturday 25th July, 2020.
Friday 24th July 2020 8:30pm
Saturday 25th July 2020 7pm
Standard tickets from $89 | $8.50 Booking Fee applies per transaction
| Ticket | Description & price |
|---|---|
| Standard | |
| A Reserve | $109 |
| B Reserve | $89 |
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 0-23 months at the time of a performance may be seated on a parent’s lap free of charge. All children occupying a seat or aged 2 year/s of age or older must hold a valid ticket.
The authorised agency for this event is Sydney Opera House. For more information about Authorised Agencies, see the FAQ below.
This show runs for approximately 1 hour 50 minutes
Event duration is a guide only and may be subject to change.
Suitable for all ages
Children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied at all times. Children aged 0-23 months at the time of a performance may be seated on a parent’s lap free of charge. All children occupying a seat or aged 2 year/s of age or older must hold a valid ticket.
“Heartwarming. Funny. Sad. Vital.”
Austin American-Statesman
“Maupin's world … built on thoughtfulness, respect and a razor-sharp wit.”
Eastern Daily Press
An Evening with Armistead Maupin
Returning to Australian shores for the first time in over a decade, Fane presents an evening with the bestselling, much-loved author and LGBT activist, Armistead Maupin.
Maupin has been blazing a trail through US popular culture since the 1970s, when his iconic and ground-breaking series Tales of the City was first published as a column in the San Francisco Chronicle. The novel series has entertained millions worldwide ever since.
‘From the beginning, I resolved to create a tapestry large enough to encompass all of humanity.’ – Armistead Maupin
Recently Tales of the City has been adapted by Netflix into a critically acclaimed new series, starring Laura Linney, Olympia Dukakis and Ellen Page.
Don’t miss the chance to join America’s ultimate storyteller, as he recounts his favourite tales spanning the last 50 years, offering his own engaging observations on society and the world we inhabit.
The event will be followed by a book signing.
Armistead will be joined by a special guest interviewer each date.
Presented by FANE.
Make the most of your experience...
Ticket Only
Add a drinks voucher or drinks with a cheese platter to your purchase and redeem it at any of the foyer bars inside the Opera House – perfect for a pre-show or interval refreshment.
Join us for a meal at Opera Bar before or after your guided Sydney Opera House Tour. We’ve picked our favourites - beer battered fish & chips, rump steak or a seasonal vegetarian meal option*. No reservations needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the authorised ticket sellers for this event?
The authorised agency for this event is Sydney Opera House.
Only tickets purchased by authorised agencies should be considered reliable.
The Sydney Opera House is the only authorised ticket seller for Events at the Sydney Opera House, unless we specify on our website that there are other authorised ticket sellers for a specific event.
If you purchase tickets from Ticketmaster Resale, Viagogo, Ticketbis, eBay, Gumtree, Tickets Australia or any other unauthorised seller you risk that these tickets are fake, void or have previously been cancelled.
RESALE RESTRICTION APPLIES. For more details, please refer to our General Terms and Conditions for Tickets and Attendance at Events.
What time do I need to arrive before the event?
It’s a great idea to arrive early, relax and soak up the atmosphere.
If you are collecting your tickets from the Box Office, we recommend doing this at least 30 minutes before the event starts. If you have already received your tickets, aim to arrive at least 15 minutes before the event. This should allow enough time for the mandatory visual inspections and/or cloaking of bags and personal belongings by Opera House security staff before entering the venue and finding your seats.
We recommend leaving all large bags at home, any bags larger than an A4 piece of paper is required to be checked into the Cloak Room.
If you are late, we will seat you as soon as possible, but please be aware that some events have lock out periods. In these cases, latecomers will be admitted at a suitable break in the performance. On occasions this may not be until the interval, or at all where there is no interval. Details of our right to refuse admission can be found in our General Terms and Conditions for Tickets and Events.
Can I take photos during the event?
We can’t confirm that you can take photos at this event. Please check with staff when you arrive.
What are the transport options to the Opera House?
You can catch public transport (bus, train, ferry) to Circular Quay and enjoy a 6 min walk to the Opera House. If you’re getting dropped off in a car head to the roundabout at the bottom Macquarie Street where staff will direct you to a safe place to pull over.
Driving? Park in Wilson’s Car Park, you’re just minutes to your seat. Need a bit more info? Click here
What can I bring with me?
All ticketholders must present their bags and personal belongings for visual inspection or x-ray screening by Sydney Opera House security staff before entering the venue as a safety precaution and condition of entry. Valid photo ID must be presented to purchase a drink from the theatre bar.
To avoid delays, please leave anything larger than an A4 sheet of paper at home.
Larger items – including handbags bigger than A4-size, backpacks, umbrellas, suitcases and prams – are not permitted inside the venues and must be cloaked.
Find out more about venue security at Sydney Opera House.
What should I wear?
So long as you’re wearing shoes and a shirt, whatever you like. We’re pretty informal here at the Opera House.
Where can I eat nearby?
Satisfy your hunger at one of the many restaurants and bars here at the Opera House. Our restaurants offer everything from casual snacks to award-winning fine dining. Find what you’re after, see our Restaurants
Can I take food & drink inside the venue?
We can’t confirm that you can take food and drink into this event. Please check with our staff when you arrive.
Will my experience be impacted by the Opera House’s Renewal works?
- In February 2020, the Opera House will begin major Concert Hall renewal works to transform the world-famous venue for 21st century performances. You can find out more here.
- While the Concert Hall is closed, the rest of Opera House will remain open and vibrant, with unmissable performances and experiences across all other venues and the wider precinct.
- We are working hard to minimise disruption associated with these important works.
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