Joan Sutherland Theatre Northern Foyer

The Joan Sutherland Theatre Foyer is one of the Sydney Opera House's most versatile venues, set across three fully accessible levels; Granite, Lounge, and Bar. Suitable for standing or seated events. Please note, the Joan Sutherland Theatre Foyer is predominantly a performing arts venue. With limited availability, please contact functions@sydneyoperahouse.com for available dates.

Make a functions and events enquiry. 

Venue information

Seating

Up to 500 guests at a cocktail event, or 200 seated across three levels; Granite, Lounge and Bar.

Venue capacities

Menus

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Catering by Trippas White Group

Functions and events

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Information kits

Upcoming events

Kids Music Playtime

29 Aug – 5 Dec 2025

Our introduction to live music - perfect for your toddler and you! Step into a world of musical wonder and excitement with our monthly Kids Music Playtime, where imagination meets the magic of music, creating a perfect harmony that will delight young hearts and minds. Kids Music Playtime is a beautiful introduction to live music and instruments for our littlest audience members. Experience a playground of different musical styles; from classical favourites, folksy blues and new songs for everyone to sing, every note will spark joy and wonder.

  • Kids & Families
  • Classical Music
  • Contemporary Music
A toddler in a blue sweater and floral skirt dances on a red carpeted floor with people and musicians playing string instruments in the background.

Plan your visit

Address

Sydney Opera House
Bennelong Point
Sydney NSW 2000
Australia

Getting to the venue

The Opera House is a 7-10 minute walk from Circular Quay, and is easily accessible by car, train, ferry, lightrail, bus, bike and on foot.