The Dictionary of Lost Words Adapted by Verity Laughton from the novel by Pip Williams
Directed by Jessica Arthur
World Premiere

*Must provide valid ID

$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.

The authorised agencies for this event are Sydney Opera House and Sydney Theatre Company. For more information about Authorised Agencies, see the frequently asked questions below.

In English

Wheelchair accessible

There are a number of wheelchair and companion seating locations available.

To book accessible seating contact Box Office via email or telephone on:
+61 2 9250 7777 (Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm AEST)

Audio loop available

Auslan Interpreted and Audio Described Performances available

Captioned performances 

Tuesday 5 December, 6:30pm
Saturday 9 December, 1:30pm

Captions are text descriptions that display the session's dialogue, identify speakers, and describe other relevant sounds that are otherwise inaccessible to people who are deaf or have hearing loss. Captions will be displayed on a screen or available via your personal device (phone). To be seated in the area with best view of the screens book online using the caption price type, call the Sydney Theatre Company on 02 9250 1777 or email boxoffice@sydneytheatre.com.au. Alternatively, to access the captions on your personal device (phone), scan the QR Code on the sign displayed at the entry to the venue.

Auslan Interpreted performance 
Thursday 7 December, 7:30pm

Experienced Auslan theatre interpreters stand to the side of the stage and translate what the actors are saying or singing into Auslan. A block of seats is reserved for users of this service to ensure a good view of the interpreter and the stage. Book by calling Sydney Theatre Company on 02 9250 1777 or email boxoffice@sydneytheatre.com.au

Audio Described performance
Saturday 25 November, 1:30pm

An audio description service to enhance the experience of customers who are blind or have low vision is offered for selected performances at the Sydney Opera House. This is a live commentary of the visual elements of a performance, by trained audio describers. Audio description is relayed via a free headset and receiver linked to the FM radio system. For select Audio described performances tactile tours will be available. Tactile tours allow patrons who are blind or have low vision to have a hands-on experience. Patrons are given access to costumes, props and stage set in order to capture the atmosphere of the work. Tactile tours occur before the performance. To book the service and confirm if your chosen performance has a tactile tour available, call Sydney Theatre Company on 02 9250 1777 or email boxoffice@sydneytheatre.com.au

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Content Warnings

Please be aware this production contains strong language, adult themes, theatrical smoke and haze, theatrical blood.
 

Run time

This show runs for approximately 3 hours, including an interval.

Event duration is a guide only and may be subject to change.

Age

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 Opera House is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children that visit or engage with us. Read our Child Safety Policy.