There’s a Sea in my Bedroom
28 September – 4 October 2024
This event takes place off site at The Neilson, Pier 2/3
Kids & Families
Based on the beloved 1984 children’s book written by award-winning author Margaret Wild and illustrated by Jane Tanner, There’s a Sea in My Bedroom captures the magic of a child’s fantasy world.
Please note: this event is not held at the Sydney Opera House.
| Date | Time |
| Saturday 28 September 2024 | 10am, 11:30am & 2pm |
| Sunday 29 September 2024 | 10am, 11:30am |
| Tuesday 1 October 2024 | 10am, 11:30am |
| Wednesday 2 October 2024 | 10am, 11:30am |
| Thursday 3 October 2024 | 10am, 11:30am |
| Friday 4 October 2024 | 10am, 11:30am & 2pm |
| Ticket | Price |
| Unreserved Seating | $39 |
Standard + Babes in Arms Unreserved Seating ticket including a baby under 24 months. Babies under 24 months are free provided they don't take up a seat. | $39 |
$8.95 booking fee applies per transaction
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 - 24 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 years of age or older must hold a valid ticket.
Authorised ticket agencies for this event are Sydney Opera House and Australian Chamber Orchestra. For more information about Authorised Agencies, see the frequently asked questions below.
What’s On e-newsletter pre-sale
9am, Wednesday 15 May 2024
General Public tickets on-sale
9am, Friday 17 May 2024
In English
Wheelchair accessible:
There are a number of wheelchair and companion seating locations in our theatres. To book accessible seating contact Box Office:
Telephone
+61 2 9250 7777
(Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm AEST)
Email bookings@sydneyoperahouse.com
Find out more about accessibility at Sydney Opera House.
Run time
40 mins (including a post-show ‘meet the musicians’ session)
Event duration is a guide only and may be subject to change.
Age
2 - 8 years.
Children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied at all times.
The Opera House is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children that visit or engage with us. Read our Child Safety Policy.
Audience MemberDelightful and entrancing. The music was glorious. It was so immersive.
Useful information:
There’s a Sea in my Bedroom
This immersive and theatrical performance, adapted and directed by Tim McGarry, weaves together captivating storytelling with an original score from Australian composer Paul Stanhope, performed live by an ACO string quintet. This enchanting production, perfect for young audiences, touches on themes of joy, sadness and fear, while promising laughter.
The ACO is proud to present our very first ACO Families production, premiered in 2019, returning to Pier 2/3 by popular demand this September / October school holidays.
Presented by Australian Chamber Orchestra
Plan your visit
Venue information
Please note: this event is not held at the Sydney Opera House.
The Neilson, Pier 2/3 is located at 13a Hickson Road, Dawes Point NSW 2000 (just opposite the crushed car artwork).
The Neilson is situated on Level 1, and the entrance is located midway down Pier 2/3. Follow the signage for performance spaces.
Getting to Pier 2/3
Pier 2/3 is a brisk 15 - 20 minute walk from Circular Quay and Wynyard transport hubs. Hickson Road is serviced by the 324 and 325 bus service or the 311 to Millers Point. Pedestrian and cycle paths service Walsh Bay Arts Precinct from Barangaroo to Circular Quay. Metered parking is available on Hickson Road and paid off-street parking can be found at 26 Hickson Road (Interpark) and at the corner of Towns Place and Hickson Road (Wilsons).
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