Studio
Unique among Sydney Opera House’s venues, the Studio is our most flexible venue – changing to meet the needs of its many diverse productions.
Venue information
Seating
The Studio’s flexible seating layout allows for standing crowds up to 600, cabaret-style or tiered seating up to 320. Please note the Studio seating map is indicative only and varies depending on the event.
Commercial hirers
Information for staging a performance
Location and access
The Studio is located in the north-western corner of Sydney Opera House, best accessed through the Western Foyers.
Upcoming events
Song Spirals
4 & 6 Sep 2025
Song Spirals is an immersive journey into the language, culture and Country of celebrated creator Rosealee Pearson. Ancient Yolŋu rhythm and songs are brought to life through stunning movement in this powerful dance work performed in Sydney for the first time. With dance, music and mesmerising projections, this performance weaves together age-old tradition and bold contemporary artistry to transport you to the heart of Yolŋu Country.
Crying the Land to Life: A Journey into Yolngu Women’s Song Spirals
5 Sep 2025
Join co-authors Merrkiyawuy Ganambarr-Stubbs and Djawandil Maymuru in conversation with Rosealee Pearson and Elizabeth Weiss for a powerful discussion on Song Spirals, the award-winning work by the Gay’wu Group of Women that received the 2020 Prime Minister's Award for Non-Fiction. Discover how this influential book has shaped Rosealee’s artistic practice and experience a rare glimpse into the deep connections between land, language, and identity.
Genesis Owusu
18 – 20 Sep 2025
Genesis Owusu, the multiple ARIA-award-winning Ghanaian-Australian artist, brings his singular mix of hip-hop, R&B, punk, funk and rock to the Sydney Opera House in an intimate show, supported by Shady Nasty.
