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The Sydney Opera House hosts over 2,000 performances each year across multiple main spaces.
You can see these venues by booking a show or taking a daytime guided tour. Bag restrictions apply inside all theatres. You must check bags larger than A4 size, and space is extremely limited.
Seats about 2,7002 hours
This is the largest venue in the building, seating about 2,700 people. It features a cathedral-like design for major musical events. Foyer doors usually open 90 minutes before a show begins. Arrive early to buy a drink and look out over Sydney Harbour.
2-3 hours
The second-largest theatre serves as the primary home for Opera Australia and The Australian Ballet. Pre-order your interval drinks at the bar before the performance starts. This lets you skip the lines later.
1.5-2 hours
These smaller, intimate theatres sit in the Western Foyers. They host plays, modern dance, and spoken word events. The doors open 15 minutes before showtime. You can wait and relax in the Western Foyers before heading inside.
