Accessible performances
How to book:
Online
Your link to book online can be found below the selected event
Telephone
+61 (2) 9250 7777
Access events
Meeting Mozart
10am, 21 December 2023
Watch with delight as world-renowned pianist, Simon Tedeschi, assumes the persona of the musical wunderkind himself, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, in this interactive introduction to the world of classical music.
Telephone
+61 2 9250 7777
Email
bookings@sydneyoperahouse.com
Masterclass
6.30pm, 15 January 2024
Dublin-based company Brokentalkers and Adrienne Tuscott stormed the Edinburgh Fringe and Melbourne’s RISING Festival with Masterclass. Now it’s Sydney’s turn. Self-proclaimed geniuses of the male persuasion might want to duck and cover.
Telephone
+61 (2) 9250 7777
Things Hidden Since the Foundation of the World
1pm, 21 January 2024
Take a dive down the rabbit hole of Wikipedia and murder mystery podcasts in this thrilling multimedia theatre piece.
Telephone
+61 (2) 9250 7777
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
1pm, 23 March 2024
Shakespeare’s classic comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, is reawakened in this breathless production brimming with magic, mirth and mayhem.
Bell Shakespeare Company
Telephone
1300 305 730
The Dictionary of Lost Words
7.30pm, 7 December 2023
Pip Williams’ award-winning New York Times bestseller and book club favourite comes to the stage in a world premiere production.
Sydney Theatre Company
Telephone
+61 2 9250 1777
Christmas Actually
5pm, 9 December 2023
An all-star cast of Australian theatre darlings deliver the festive event of the year: Christmas Actually – the music of Love Actually live on stage.
Telephone
+61 (2) 9250 7777
Icehouse
7pm, 12 December 2023
Aussie rockers Icehouse are joined by dance luminaries Sneaky Sound System and soul and blues songstress, Karen Lee Andrews for a night to remember.
Telephone
+61 (2) 9250 7777
Human Nature
7pm, 13 December 2023
Australian icons Human Nature have become synonymous with an Aussie Christmas, and this year they're back with a revamped rock-around the Christmas Tree! They’ll have you singing, dancing and jingle belling your way into the festive season.
Telephone
+61 (2) 9250 7777
Circus 1903
11am, 29 December 2023
Roll up! Roll up! Step back in time to the Golden Age of circus this Christmas. The acclaimed Circus 1903 makes its triumphant return to our stage, with magic and marvels bigger and better than ever before.
Telephone
+61 (2) 9250 7777
Masterclass
6.30pm, 15 January 2024
Dublin-based company Brokentalkers and Adrienne Tuscott stormed the Edinburgh Fringe and Melbourne’s RISING Festival with Masterclass. Now it’s Sydney’s turn. Self-proclaimed geniuses of the male persuasion might want to duck and cover.
Telephone
+61 (2) 9250 7777
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
1pm, 23 March 2024
Shakespeare’s classic comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, is reawakened in this breathless production brimming with magic, mirth and mayhem.
Bell Shakespeare Company
Telephone
1300 305 730
Email
boxoffice@bellshakespeare.com.au
The Dictionary of Lost Words
6.30pm, 5 December 2023
1.30pm, 9 December 2023
Pip Williams’ award-winning New York Times bestseller and book club favourite comes to the stage in a world premiere production.
Sydney Theatre Company
Telephone
+61 2 9250 1777
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
1pm, 23 March 2024
Shakespeare’s classic comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, is reawakened in this breathless production brimming with magic, mirth and mayhem.
Bell Shakespeare Company
Telephone
1300 305 730
Email
boxoffice@bellshakespeare.com.au
Opera House Mobility Access Tour
11.30am & 2.45pm, daily
We believe everyone should be able to enjoy the Sydney Opera House, which is why we offer tours tailored to those who need a little extra assistance. The Sydney Opera House Mobility Access Tour is designed for patrons with limited mobility, and we offer Australian Sign Language (Auslan) Interpreters and Audio Description on request.
Telephone
+61 (2) 9250 7777
Dog Man: The Musical
10am, 6 January 2024
Part dog, part man, ALL HERO! Dav Pilkey’s beloved characters come to life in an epic new musical adventure based on the bestselling Dog Man books.
Telephone
+61 (2) 9250 7777
Accessible digital performances
We want everyone to have the opportunity to experience the magic of shows at the Sydney Opera House. Enjoy the selection of Auslan Interpreted, Audio Described and Captioned programs.
Explanation of services
Audio Described
Audio description is a live commentary for people who are blind or have low vision of the visual elements of a performance which is relayed to the patron via a free headset and receiver linked to the FM radio system.
A pre-show Tactile Tours may be available allowing hands on access to costumes, props and stage set in order to capture the atmosphere of the work. Tactile Tours usually occur before the Audio Described performance.
Auslan Interpreted
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.
Captioned
Captions are text descriptions that display a films dialogue, identify speakers, and describe other relevant sounds that are otherwise inaccessible to people who are deaf or hearing impaired. Open Captions (OC) are displayed on a screen and Closed Captions (CC) are available to watch via an app on your personal device (phone or i-pad)
Relaxed
Relaxed performances are open to everyone including people who are autistic, people with disabilities that create sensory sensitivities and anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed environment. There is an open-door policy allowing for movement in and out of the venue and staff will be able to direct patrons who require a quiet, low sensory space to a suitable location in the foyer area. A social story is provided in advance for reference about the journey to the venue and the elements of the show itself.
Resident Company contacts
Bangarra Dance Theatre
Telephone
+61 (2) 8250 7777
Email
bookings@sydneyoperahouse.com
Bell Shakespeare Company
Telephone
1300 305 730
Email
boxoffice@bellshakespeare.com.au
Opera Australia
Telephone
+61 (2) 9318 8200
Email
ticket@opera.org.au
Sydney Theatre Company
Telephone
+61 (2) 9250 1777
Thank you
Please join us in thanking our donors to the Opera House’s Accessible Performances program, including the Sydney Opera House Ladies’ Committee.