A collection of portraits, two dancers in a dramatic misty setting, a group of performers wearing colourful outfits, a person with eccentric makeup, a woman glancing into the sky.

Sydney Festival at the Opera House

Extraordinary artists. Fresh perspectives. Unforgettable summer experiences.

In 2027, Sydney Festival brings an expansive program of bold artistic expression that spark new perspectives and unexpected connections. Spanning theatre, dance, visual art and the experimental in-betweens, artists from Australia and around the world invite you to gather, listen, question and play. Join us for a summer of surprising encounters and unforgettable experiences.

Explore the program

Kite Choir

7 – 10 Jan 2027

  • Experiences
  • Kids & Families
  • Free
A woman holding a baby looks into a cloudy sky. Colourful ribbons blow in the wind at the top of the photograph.

Make a Kite & Record a Wish

7 – 10 Jan 2027

  • Workshops
  • Kids & Families
  • Free

Contre-nature

7 & 8 Jan 2027

  • Dance
Three performers seen mid-movement with a woman and man interlinking their arms together.

We wear our wheels with pride...

14 & 15 Jan 2027

  • Dance
An ensemble of traditional dancers wearing colourful outfits.

He’s So Unusual

15 – 24 Jan 2027

  • Cabaret
  • Musical Theatre
A character on stage holds the microphone to his chin, seen with exuberant make up applied to his face and a vintage lamp in the background.

Nothing Like A Game

16 & 23 Jan 2027

  • Cabaret
  • Comedy
Headshot of Gillian Cosgriff smiling with her hand positioned on her cheek wearing an emerald green shirt, with a mustard yellow background.

THE LINE

21 – 24 Jan 2027

  • Theatre
  • First Nations
A collage of images depicting close up shots of men, women, food and guns.