What’s On in Sydney This Week 4 to 11 september : A Sydney Times Guide
Posted Thursday,04 september,2025
Welcome to your comprehensive guide to the best of Sydney’s arts, culture, concerts, and markets this week. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, there’s a vibrant array of events to explore.
Arts & Culture
Exhibitions
Yolŋu power the art of Yirrkala-Art gallery of NSW
Yolŋu power the art of Yirrkala-Art gallery of NSW
- Wildlife Photographer of the Year: This stunning exhibition showcases nature photography that highlights beauty, diversity, and urgent conservation needs.
- Venue: Australian National Maritime Museum, 2 Murray Street, Pyrmont, NSW 2009
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Yolŋu power the art of Yirrkala-Art gallery of NSW
Immerse yourself in the powerful art, culture, and history of the Yolŋu people from Yirrkala in Arnhem Land.
- Venue: Art Gallery of New South Wales, Art Gallery Road, The Domain, Sydney, NSW 2000
- Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition: An immersive experience that recreates 34 of Michelangelo’s ceiling frescoes from the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel in true-to-size scale.
- Venue: Fever Pavilion, Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park, NSW 2127
Theatre & Performance
- La Bohème: Experience Puccini’s timeless opera at one of the world’s most iconic venues.
- Venue: Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point, Sydney, NSW 2000
- The Book of Mormon: The hilarious and award-winning musical comedy continues its run.
- Venue: Capitol Theatre, 13 Campbell Street, Haymarket, NSW 2000
- Cats: The classic musical returns with a star-studded cast, dazzling sets, and timeless music.
- Venue: Theatre Royal Sydney, 108 King Street, Sydney, NSW 2000
- Orlando: A new adaptation of Virginia Woolf’s classic queer novel.
- Venue: Belvoir St Theatre, 25 Belvoir Street, Surry Hills, NSW 2010
Concerts & Live Music
- Simone Young conducts Richard Strauss: The highly anticipated return of conductor Simone Young to the Sydney Symphony Orchestra.
- Venue: Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point, Sydney, NSW 2000
- Dirty Dancing in Concert: Watch the classic film on a full-sized cinema screen with a live band and singers performing the iconic songs.
- Venue: ICC Sydney Theatre, 14 Darling Drive, Darling Harbour, NSW 2000
- Borderline: Catch this live performance for a dose of indie music.
- Venue: The Vanguard, 42 King Street, Newtown, NSW 2042
- Etu – Sunflower Tour: A tour bringing West African circus, music, and dance to Sydney.
- Venue: Factory Theatre, 105 Victoria Road, Marrickville, NSW 2204
Markets
- The Rocks Markets: A vibrant market with art, music, food, and culture.
- Venue: George Street, The Rocks, NSW 2000
- Carriageworks Farmers’ Market: A foodie’s paradise with a wide variety of fresh local produce.
- Venue: Carriageworks, 245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh, NSW 2015
- Paddy’s Markets Haymarket: Sydney’s iconic market offering souvenirs, fashion, and gadgets at budget-friendly prices.
- Venue: Market City, 9-13 Hay Street, Haymarket, NSW 2000
- Paddington Markets: A creative community market supporting artisans and small businesses.
- Venue: Paddington Uniting Church, 395 Oxford Street, Paddington, NSW 2021
- Rozelle Collectors Markets: An outdoor market perfect for finding antiques, vintage fashion, and unique collectables.
- Venue: Rozelle Public School, 663 Darling Street, Rozelle, NSW 2039
