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 Sport and entertainment |
Olympic Park Homebush Bay Sydney, NSW 2140 Australia +61 (0)2 8765 4321 http://www.acerarena.com.au/ |
This AUD142 million stadium is the first of its kind to be built in Australia--a large, multi-purpose venue for staging indoor sport and entertainment extravaganzas. The sophisticated, Philip Cox designed building, boasts column-free viewing with a full roof for protection, five levels of comfortably designed seating and four centrally located high-resolution video screens. The Arena is home of the Sydney Kings and Flames Basketball teams and also puts on Supercross motorbike races. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Footy, opera, music |
Moore Park Rd Paddington Sydney, NSW 2021 Australia +61 (0)2 9360 6601 http://www.aussiestadium.com.au |
This striking, Philip Cox designed, multi-purpose venue has a white wave-like roof, seats 42,000 people, and is located just down the road from Taylor Square. As well as hosting football games and concerts, it has an impressive fitness centre, with circuit training, heated pool, sauna, spa, squash and tennis courts, with racket hire available from the shop. There are a variety of membership options, which also allow you access to the Sydney Cricket Ground next door. Tours are available, check website for more information. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Cabaret, comedy, music and food |
231 Oxford Street, Paddington Sydney, NSW 2010 Australia +61 2 9326 0044 http://www.labar.com/ |
La Bar Restaurant has a reputation for staging diverse entertainment, along with dinner. Tuesday evening is comedy, with well-known local talent on show. Other evenings may be song, a classical music ensemble or jazz. The 70-seat restaurant serves tapas dishes such as "patas bravas" (potatoes in tomato sauce) for AUD6.50, and main courses with a Mediterranean touch including pasta, seafood and steaks from AUD13.50. The restaurant is "Bring Your Own" alcohol, but the other floors have fully licensed bars. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Woodstock comes to Sydney |
Showground Road, Homebush Bay (Sydney RAS Showgrounds) Sydney, NSW 2140 Australia +61 (0)2 9931 1111 http://www.bigdayout.com |
Australia's answer to Woodstock features more than 50 bands giving it up for thousands of sweating, pulsating, polyester-clad fans each year. Performance areas include the Boiler Room and the Lily Pad (the place to go for a bit a of crowd surf) as well as smaller stages. Last year included performances by The White Stripes, Garbage, Crystal Method and numerous local artists. Tickets sell out months in advance so get in early or forget it. This is alternative music at its best. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Diverse performances |
Queen Elizabeth Drive Bondi Beach Sydney, NSW 2026 Australia +61 (0)2 8362 3400 http://www.waverley.nsw.gov.au/ |
The Bondi Pavilion, the Pav, is home to such diverse activities as bongo drum lessons and weddings, fringe festivals, kite flying and movies. Not to mention showers and change rooms! It has a strong community and cultural base, and a popular, small theater that hosts a range of events. It has 230 seats, cheap tickets, and a bar on the first floor, with a terrace hanging over the beach. The theater is available for private hire. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Open-Air Christmas Concert |
Mrs Macquaries Road The Domain, Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 3 9429 0611 http://www.carolsinthedomain.com |
An integral part of Sydney's Christmas celebrations is the Carols by Candlelight concert in the Domain. Groups of all ages gather under the stars to sing along with the magnificent choirs, orchestras and guest artists. The event attracts thousands, so come early to get a good seat. Bring you own blanket and picnic; there are also a wide variety of food stalls selling ice creams, meat pies and hot chips. Admission is free; candle-bags with songbooks are available for purchase. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A new addition to Sydney's music venues |
Angel Place Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 2 8256 2222 http://www.cityrecitalhall.com |
"Sydney has waited for many years for an intimate chamber music hall. Located just off Pitt Street in the city, this venue (often referred to as "Angel Place") used to be the headquarters of the Liberal Party. It features a rectangular auditorium, with blond wooden flooring, two levels of encircling balcony seating and a high ceiling. As well as musical events, such as those that are part of the yearly Sydney Festival, the space is also suitable for lectures and meetings and is available for private hire." Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Open Air Jazz Event |
66 Harrington St Darling Harbour Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 2 9240 8868 http://www.darlingharbour.com.au |
The biggest event on Sydney's Jazz calendar is the Manly International Jazz Festival, but Darling Harbour's three-day event is by no means small. It is standing room only on the forecourt each Queen's Birthday long weekend, when thousands of jazz fans get into the groove. With performances from household names like James Morrison and Vince Jones, this is a mostly-mainstream jazz festival, in a stunning open-air location on the shores of Sydney Harbour. Most events are free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Suburban deco palace |
130 Enmore Road Newtown Sydney, NSW 2042 Australia +61 2 9550 3666 http://www.enmoretheatre.com.au/ |
Located only a stroll from Newtown, the family-run Enmore Theatre was built in 1908. Recently renovated, with a re-designed foyer and first floor bar and cafe, the auditorium offers 1,600 new, comfortable seats in both dress circle and stalls. A melting pot of cultural fare, performances vary from flamenco dancing and foreign spectaculars to cabaret, rock bands and mainstream musicals. They also have special shows for children. Prices vary according to performance. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 An intimate and friendly venue |
Glen Street Frenchs Forest Sydney, NSW 2086 Australia +61 (0)2 9975 1455 http://www.glenstreet.com.au |
Established in 1985, this very popular suburban theatre offers a diverse range of entertainment in an intimate surrounding. Various travelling theatre companies including the Sydney Theatre Company and Melbourne Theatre Company perform productions here as well as amateur groups. Productions for children take place during the school holidays. The theatre has its own restaurant, Sorlies, which serves up tasty meals ideal for pre-theatre supper and also hosts cabaret show. Ask about special dinner/ticket deals. Restaurant reservations: +61 (0)2 9452 5153. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Big bands and all that jazz |
The Corso & East Esplanade Sydney, NSW 1655 Australia +61 2 9976 1430 http://www.manly.nsw.gov.au/ma... |
Australia's biggest jazz festival continues to lure local legends and jazz greats from around the world. More than 70 performances are scheduled each year and the best part is that every single show is free. All styles of jazz are represented including be-bop, California cool, traditional, electronic and acid. Blues, gospel, swing and big band are also featured. Many of the local cafés and bars get in on the act and feature jazz in the evenings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Variety of live acts and exhibitions |
City Road Chippendale Sydney, NSW 2008 Australia +61 (0)2 9351 7944 |
Within this complex there are three theatres, a bar and a restaurant. The Everest Theatre is for musical events and can seat up to 605. The York Theatre is an amphitheatre with semi-circular seating for up to 788, and the smaller Downstairs Theatre has a variety of seating arrangements for up to 200. As well as theatre events, the Seymour Centre holds regular art exhibitions in its gallery space and is the home of the University of Sydney's music department. It also has two rehearsal studios available for hire. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dance The Night Away |
Land Rd & Anzac Parade (Hordern Pavilion inside Fox Sudios) Sydney, NSW 1363 Australia http://www.mardigras.org.au/ |
Held at the end of Winter every year, this dance party of untold proportions is the place to get down, get dirty and dance the night away. Music ranges from hip-hop to trip hop to twisted-up techno, with a bit of Retro thrown in for older, groovier types. Organised by the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Committee, thousands of gay and straight party-goers beg, borrow and all but steal tickets--to say they are in demand is an understatement. Outrageous fashion creations attract appreciative admirers. And do not forget the fake tan and a bit of glitter. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sydney's only purpose-built theatre |
80 Pyrmont Street Pyrmont Sydney, NSW 2009 Australia +61 (0)2 9657 8585 http://www.starcity.com.au |
The Lyric Theatre seats 2,000 in comfort, with excellent sight-lines and lots of space, so you do not have to stand on other patrons getting to your seats. And as another bonus, you can get in and out of the Lyric Theatre without having to run the gauntlet of mad-keen punters in the Casino. Eclectic programme, including big budget stage productions and musicals, as well as entertainment like the Australian Army Band Christmas Concert! Check out the bar, which is a little like stepping into Star Trek! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Large cabaret-style venue |
80 Pyrmont Street Pyrmont Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 (0)2 9777 9000 http://www.starcity.com.au |
Sydney has been begging for a large cabaret style venue for years, and the Showroom is the perfect answer! This 900-seat cabaret style theatre has five levels of tables, with a fully licensed bar, so you can relax with drinks and nibbles and enjoy the show. The venue boasts state-of-the-art facilities, and it has hosted a big line-up of talent, both home-grown and international, in a variety of musicals, comedy, cabaret and dance performances. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A new, contemporary space for all sorts of entertainment |
Royal Exchange The Sydney Opera House Sydney, NSW 1225 Australia +61 2 9250 7777 / +61 2 9250 7111 http://www.sydneyoperahouse.com/ |
Spacious new foyers flow past the Playhouse, and the Drama Theatre. The Studio is dedicated to the contemporary, innovative and anything new! Programmes include music - from techno to jazz - cabaret, dance, comedy shows, musical theatre, plays ... you name it. The hours of the events vary with the performances being held. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Get into the vibe |
Macquarie Street The University of Sydney Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 2 9351 2222 http://www.music.usyd.edu.au/ |
Musicians of various ages, cultures and genres share a common stage at this awe-inspiring venue, to present adoring audiences with their best. A peek indoors will take your breath away—well-lit ceilings, high balconies, a flamboyant main stage and a resounding sound system are just a few of the conservatorium's features. Located within The University of Sydney, its main goal is to equip students for a career in professional music. Regular performances include chamber-music sessions on Sunday afternoons, daily cocktail-hour concerts and lunch-break concerts for students. Come and watch the magic of this universal language unfold! Call for details regarding events, tickets and timings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mecca for cricket and Aussie Rules |
Driver Avenue Moore Park Sydney, NSW 2021 Australia +61 (0)2 9360 6601 http://www.scgt.nsw.gov.au |
The Moore Park precinct has been the center of Sydney's sporting activities since the 1800s. It is home to cricket, Australian Rules Football (AFL) and various concert performances. Renovated in the 1980s, it seats 42,000 and shares facilities with the Sydney Football Stadium. It is the home ground for The Swans, Sydney's popular AFL team, who play during the winter. And it is also the venue for the traditional summer One Day cricket, Test Matches and the Pura Milk Cup. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Music and sport |
Harbour Street Haymarket Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 (0)2 9320 4200 http://www.sydentcent.com.au |
Next door to Darling Harbour and Chinatown, this large indoor entertainment venue, renovated in 1998, can be configured to seat 600 in intimate mode or 11,000 in rock mode. The monolithic 'Ent Cent' is nothing if not flexible ... it has hosted diverse music acts from Barry Manilow to Metallica, as well as tennis, circuses, ice shows, ballet, motorcross bike racing, trade shows, big-name public speakers and a variety of spectacular extravaganzas! Facilities include restaurants, bars and takeaway food outlets. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Home of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra |
Bennelong Point Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 2 9250 1777 http://www.sydneyoperahouse.com/ |
The Concert Hall has the largest auditorium in the Opera House, seating 2,700 in the round. It is the venue for a wide variety of performances: opera, dance and choral concerts, symphony, chamber, popular and jazz music, and dance and folk entertainment. It has a modern interior, using Australian timbers, with clear sightlines. Eighteen adjustable, doughnut-shaped, acrylic rings hang from the ceiling, which reflect the sound back to the orchestra for acoustic purposes. The Concert Hall Grand Organ was Australian designed and built, and is the large mechanical tracker action organ in Australia with 10,000 pipes and six keyboards. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Some of Sydney's finest theatrical productions take place here |
Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 2 9250 1777 http://www.sydneytheatre.com.au/ |
The Sydney Opera House is home to ballet, opera, film, theatre and music. The 544 seat Drama Theatre has an extensive programme throughout the year. Features include The Sydney Theatre Company and Bell Shakespeare Company. Shows are mostly contemporary and may feature music or dance. This venue is also available for private hire. Tickets: Preview Shows: All seats AUD38. Mon-Thu: Adults AUD54; concessions AUD40. Sat: Adults AUD54. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Flagship of the Opera House |
Bennelong Point Circular Quay Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 (0)2 9250 1777 http://www.sydneyoperahouse.com/ |
Seating 1,547, this is home of the renowned Opera Australia and Australian Ballet. With an outstanding repertoire of both new and old, both companies stage several productions, running on consecutive night, around four times per year. The theater has a wooden ceiling, which enhances the acoustics. It has a proscenium stage and a screen above it onto which English subtitles can be projected for performances sung in their original language. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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