Generations and Dynasties Naomi Wenitong and Joel Wenitong
14 August 2025
In the Utzon Room
Contemporary Music
Experience an evening of music, culture, and storytelling with Naomi Wenitong and Joel “Weno” Wenitong. This brother-sister duo have had a profound impact on hip-hop music in Australia. They continue to make change in their communities by empowering First Nations youth.
Moderated by Shannon Williams (aka Brothablack)
| Date | Time |
| Thursday 14 August | 7pm |
| Tickets | Price |
|---|---|
| Standard | |
| Unreserved Seating | $25 |
| Groups 4+ Groups of 4 or more save on this performance. Please call +61 9250 7700 for more information. | |
| Unreserved Seating | $20 |
| Package Tickets | Price |
|---|---|
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| Unreserved Seating | $20 |
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Recommended for all ages.
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Australian hip-hop royalty inspiring the next generation
Naomi, a gifted vocalist and songwriter, rose to fame as one half of pop-R&B duo Shakaya. The duo had hits including "Stop Calling Me", and toured with music heavyweights like Destiny's Child and Usher. Joel is a skilled rapper and producer who was a founding member of hip-hop act Local Knowledge. Naomi, Joel and Jacob Turier, later formed the group The Last Kinection. Their music merges hip hop with storytelling, addressing social issues, cultural identity, and community.
Naomi and Joel use their art to uplift and empower First Nations voices. Their impact in the community goes beyond just music. Naomi is the founder of the Naytive Mentorship a program that empowers young people interested in entering the music industry. Joel started his career as a high school teacher and is now a General Practitioner (GP Doctor). He is particularly passionate about the health and wellbeing of First Nations youth.
Join us for this special event and hear Naomi and Joel speak about their cultural identity, community and the important role music still plays in their lives.
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Please contact Box Office on +61 2 9250 7777 as soon as possible to advise if you can no longer attend.
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.
The venue doors will be open 45 minutes pre-show for Concert Hall and Joan Sutherland Theatre performances, and 30 minutes pre-show for Western Foyer venue performances.
Please bring a credit or debit card for any on site purchases to enable contactless payment. You’re welcome to bring your own water bottle but no other food and drinks are permitted inside our venues.
The health, safety and wellbeing of everyone at the Sydney Opera House is our top priority. In line with this commitment, the Opera House became a smoke-free site in January 2022. Read our Smoke-free Environment Policy.
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