UnWrapped
An ongoing series of short, smart and surprising events from independent creators. Each one is handpicked to give you the chance to witness captivating visions and true artistry, stripped back to its most breathtaking core.
UnWrapped: Dances for Now (Premiere)
Explore the contemporary dance works of five Sydney choreographers. Each artist dances their own choreography, responding to a soundtrack that has inspired them to reflect on this moment, its challenges and transformative possibilities.
UnWrapped: New Works for Film (Premiere)
Watch the premiere film release of the original digital works created by independent local artists as a part of the Sydney Opera House's Digital Mentorship Program. Featuring works from Anya McKee (Dance Makers Collective), Victoria Hunt and Roslyn Helper.
How to be Anti-Racist in the Arts
What does it mean to be an ally to people of colour? Why is it important to remove blackface from our streaming services? And what can the creative sector do to advance racial equity? Diversity Arts Australia and the British Council are proud to host this timely conversation in partnership with Sydney Opera House to launch the Creative Equity Toolkit.
Margaret Leng Tan toys with the limits of theatre
Experimental piano pioneer Margaret Leng Tan has made her theatre debut – at the age of 74
The confronting power of ‘soft sci-fi’
The creators of Stranger Things-esque 'The Irresistible' let go of reality to undermine oppression.
Ghenoa Gela's powerful, political dance
The Torres Strait Mainlander breaks the stereotypes of dance.
September 2019
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Artist and Sector Development
The Sydney Opera House's Artist & Sector Development program aims to support local Australian artists, small companies and producers through presentation platforms and unique professional development opportunities. The program also offers opportunities and capacity building through mentorship and training.