Accessible performances
How to book:
Online
Your link to book online can be found below the selected event.
Telephone
+61 (2) 9250 7777
Access events
Frame Shift: Short Films from Accessible Arts
7:00pm, 26 November 2024
Discover a bold collection of works from filmmakers with disability. These groundbreaking, thought-provoking works redefine genres and push the boundaries of experimental film techniques.
Telephone
+61 2 9250 7777
Elf: The Musical
7:00pm, 26 December 2024, Tactile Tour 6:00PM
Experience the Australian premiere of Elf: The Musical, a heartwarming adaptation of the beloved film. This hilarious show follows Buddy the Elf in his quest to find his true identity and the spirit of Christmas.
Telephone
+61 2 9250 7777
Multiple Bad Things
7:00pm, 9 January 2025
In the workplace at the end of the world, they’re only saying what you’re already thinking.
Telephone
+61 2 9250 7777
Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour: Guys & Dolls
7:30pm, 2 April 2025
Join Opera Australia for Sydney’s best night out, with fireworks every night, take your seats under the stars.
Opera Australia
Telephone
+61 2 9318 8200
Frame Shift: Short Films from Accessible Arts
7:00pm, 26 November 2024
Discover a bold collection of works from filmmakers with disability. These groundbreaking, thought-provoking works redefine genres and push the boundaries of experimental film techniques.
Telephone
+61 2 9250 7777
Grug and the Rainbow
12:30pm, 15 December 2024
In a magical adaptation of Ted Prior’s beloved picture books, Grug and the Rainbow sees our grassy little friend embark on an epic adventure to bask in the colours of the illusive rainbow.
Telephone
+61 2 9250 7777
Elf: The Musical
7:00pm, 27 December 2024, Tactile Tour 6:00PM
Experience the Australian premiere of Elf: The Musical, a heartwarming adaptation of the beloved film. This hilarious show follows Buddy the Elf in his quest to find his true identity and the spirit of Christmas.
Telephone
+61 2 9250 7777
Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour: Guys & Dolls
7:30pm, 1 April 2025
Join Opera Australia for Sydney’s best night out, with fireworks every night, take your seats under the stars.
Opera Australia
Telephone
+61 2 9318 8200
Take a guided backstage tour of the Sydney Opera House
Auslan
Join our tour guide Declan as he reveals the stories of this iconic building through history, incredible architecture and anecdotes.
Brainstorm with Richard Scolyer
4:00pm, 17 November 2024
Join us to hear co-Australian of the Year Richard Scolyer take us on his remarkable journey from world-leading melanoma doctor, helping save thousands of lives, to brain cancer patient fighting for his own in world-first treatment he co-developed.
Telephone
+61 2 9250 1777
Frame Shift: Short Films from Accessible Arts
7:00pm, 26 November 2024
Discover a bold collection of works from filmmakers with disability. These groundbreaking, thought-provoking works redefine genres and push the boundaries of experimental film techniques.
Telephone
+61 2 9250 7777
Sunday
6:30pm, 3 December & 1:30pm, 7 December 2024
After a sellout, rave-reviewed season in Melbourne, this lush, romantic, and transporting portrait of an Australian art icon – the irrepressible Sunday Reed – is having its Sydney premiere.
Sydney Theatre Company
Telephone
+61 2 9250 1777
Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour: Guys & Dolls
7:30pm, 8 April 2025
Join Opera Australia for Sydney’s best night out, with fireworks every night, take your seats under the stars.
Opera Australia
Telephone
+61 2 9318 8200
New Year’s Eve Accessible Viewing Area
Tuesday, 31 December 2024
Reserved for people who are d/Deaf and disabled with their family and friends. The Sydney Opera House is a popular vantage point for Sydney’s New Year’s Eve Fireworks. As large crowds are expected, a dedicated accessible viewing area is available for registered guests.
The New Year's Eve accessible viewing area is at capacity for 2024. Registrations are now closed.
Opera House Mobility Access Tour
11.30am & 2.45pm, daily
We believe everyone should be able to enjoy the Sydney Opera House, which is why we offer tours tailored to those who need a little extra assistance. The Sydney Opera House Mobility Access Tour is designed for patrons with limited mobility, and we offer Australian Sign Language (Auslan) Interpreters and Audio Description on request.
Telephone
+61 (2) 9250 7777
Colour In Worlds
10:00AM, 7 & 14 January 2025
Colour In Worlds is an immersive installation for families by International Artist Mit Jai Inn. Add your own designs with paint. What worlds will you colour in or create?
Telephone
+61 (2) 9250 7777
Multiple Bad Things
7:30pm, 11 January 2025
In the workplace at the end of the world, they’re only saying what you’re already thinking.
Telephone
+61 (2) 9250 7777
Stream
Accessible digital performances
We want everyone to have the opportunity to experience the magic of shows at the Sydney Opera House. Enjoy the selection of Auslan Interpreted, Audio Described and Captioned programs.
Explanation of services
Audio Described
Audio description is a live commentary for people who are blind or have low vision of the visual elements of a performance which is relayed to the patron via a free headset and receiver linked to the FM radio system.
A pre-show Tactile Tours may be available allowing hands on access to costumes, props and stage set in order to capture the atmosphere of the work. Tactile Tours usually occur before the Audio Described performance.
Auslan Interpreted
Experienced Auslan theatre interpreters stand to the side of the stage and translate what the actors are saying or singing into Auslan. A block of seats is reserved for users of this service to ensure a good view of the interpreter and the stage.
Captioned
Captions are text descriptions that display a films dialogue, identify speakers, and describe other relevant sounds that are otherwise inaccessible to people who are deaf or hearing impaired. Open Captions (OC) are displayed on a screen and Closed Captions (CC) are available to watch via an app on your personal device (phone or i-pad)
Relaxed
Relaxed performances are open to everyone including people who are autistic, people with disabilities that create sensory sensitivities and anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed environment. There is an open-door policy allowing for movement in and out of the venue and staff will be able to direct patrons who require a quiet, low sensory space to a suitable location in the foyer area. A social story is provided in advance for reference about the journey to the venue and the elements of the show itself.
Resident Company contacts
Bangarra Dance Theatre
Telephone
+61 (2) 8250 7777
Email
bookings@sydneyoperahouse.com
Bell Shakespeare Company
Telephone
1300 305 730
Email
boxoffice@bellshakespeare.com.au
Opera Australia
Telephone
+61 (2) 9318 8200
Email
ticket@opera.org.au
Sydney Theatre Company
Telephone
+61 (2) 9250 1777
Thank you
Please join us in thanking our donors to the Opera House’s Accessible Performances program, including the Sydney Opera House Ladies’ Committee.