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The best of Sydney theatre, film, art and music reviews and news
Theatre
Theatre & musicals
From glitzy musicals to high drama and indie gems, it's a great year for theatre in Sydney.
Music
Live music venues
Contrary to contemporary yarns, there are still pubs and bars that host live music in Sydney.
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Things to do in Sydney
What's on now in Sydney
Music
Nocturne at Pier Pavilion
This magical (free) winter concert series is coming back to Sydney Harbour this winter
Theatre
Mackenzie
A flamboyantly fresh adaptation of one of Shakespeare’s most renowned works, 'Mackenzie' is filled with laughter, farce and flair
Theatre
Anastasia
Richly staged and thoughtfully performed, Anastasia offers far more than a simple trip down memory lane
Theatre
The Jungle and the Sea
From the creators of Counting and Cracking, this powerful play on Sri Lanka's civil war returns to Belvoir St Theatre in July
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Museums
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Powerhouse Castle Hill
A visit to this major cultural institution offers your creative fix in the form of year-round exhibitions, tours and workshops.
Things to do
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Australia's most famous painting and sculpture prize exhibition at the Art Gallery of NSW is back
A permanent fixture in Sydney’s artistic calendar, and one of the rare times everyone suddenly becomes an art critic, the Archibald, Wynne and Sulman...
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Music in Sydney
Music
Nocturne at Pier Pavilion
This magical (free) winter concert series is coming back to Sydney Harbour this winter
Nightlife
This former church in Sydney's CBD is transforming into a nightclub and performance space
Unholy Playhouse will open this July – with Sydney's fave party people (including Freda's and Heaps Gay) hosting takeovers
Music
The best bars and pubs in Sydney for live music
Catch live gigs – from indie rock to jazz, hip hop and punk – at these Sydney bars and pubs
Music
The best jazz bars and clubs in Sydney
These basement bars and neighbourhood pub serve up smooth tunes alongside a cold pint
Nightlife
The best nightclubs in Sydney to get on the dance floor
Sydney's top clubs – all the best night-time destinations to lose yourself on the dancefloor
Music
Jazz Sessions in The Rocks
Catch free jazz performances under the stars every Thursday this autumn and winter
Theatre
Sydney Opera House
Sydney's iconic performing arts venue is one of the most photographed (and controversial) buildings in the world
Music
Pleasure Club
With nostalgic cocktails and rollicking live performances every night, you can escape reality at Newtown’s purple-hued basement bar (well, until 4am at least)
Nightlife
This Sydney nightclub has ranked among the 10 most in-demand in the world
Home The Venue is among the top 10 most searched nightclubs in the world – the highest-searched club in the whole of Australia
Nightlife
The best nightlife in Burwood
These are the best spots for after-dark fun in Sydney's coolest neighbourhood
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Your guide to art in Sydney
Art
The best art galleries in Sydney
Sydney is busting at the seams with great galleries of all shapes and sizes.
Art
Where to see Aboriginal art
Whether you're visiting from overseas or a curious local looking to get beyond the basics, here's where to start.