Contemporary Music
Upcoming gigs, performances and concerts
Emma Donovan
Bringing her celebrated fusion of classic soul, roots and Indigenous songcraft to the Joan Sutherland Theatre, ARIA-nominated icon Emma Donovan makes her headlining debut at the Sydney Opera House.
Camp Cope
After eight years crafting fearless, empowering anthems that shook up Australian music, beloved Melbourne trio Camp Cope are signing off with a final farewell show at the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall.
Bark of Millions
Featuring 54 new original songs inspired by queer idols throughout world history. A world-premiere hybrid work from renowned artist Taylor Mac, and performed by a global ensemble of queer artists. Join the celebration of queer history on the Concert Hall stage for this epic performance.
Sparks
Returning to Australia for the first time in more than 20 years, legendary pop pioneers Sparks bring their 50-year career to the Concert Hall.
Russell Morris - The Real Thing
This November 65 musicians and singers honour the remarkable career of this Australian music icon with a once-in-a-lifetime performance.
Lee Fields with special guests Surprise Chef
Sizzling soul-man and R&B legend Lee Fields returns to Australia with the Expressions for his Sydney Opera House debut, supported by Melbourne funk fiends Surprise Chef.
Yiruma Live in Oceania
I hope that my music doesn’t separate from your lives. Instead, I want it to be with you always, as if it’s the background music to your lives.
The War on Drugs
Get ready! The War On Drugs are returning to Sydney.
Caroline Polachek
Due to overwhelming demand, one of the most exciting artists in the new generation of pop disruptors, Caroline Polachek announces a final Sydney performance.
Dermot Kennedy
After a sold out run of dates last year, Secret Sounds is excited to announce Irish singer and songwriter Dermot Kennedy returns to Australia this year.
Guy Sebastian
Guy Sebastian returns to the Sydney Opera House Forecourt on Sunday 10th December 2023 for his only live show of the year celebrating with his loyal fans 20 years since he was crowned Australia’s very first Australian Idol.
Icehouse
Aussie rockers Icehouse are joined by dance luminaries Sneaky Sound System and soul and blues songstress, Karen Lee Andrews for a night to remember.
Human Nature
Australian icons Human Nature have become synonymous with an Aussie Christmas, and this year they're back with a revamped rock-around the Christmas Tree!
All You Need Is Love
This is a show that treats the Beatles songs with the love and respect they deserve - four brilliant singers accompanied by The Day Tripper Band and Strawberry Fields rock orchestra.
Simple Minds
Simple Minds returns to Sydney for two amazing shows.
Paul Weller
Iconic British legend Paul Weller returns to the Sydney Opera House for the first time in six years, playing decades of hits plus new solo work across three Australian exclusive shows.
Yussef Dayes
A shapeshifting beat master of virtuoso power, British jazz percussionist and composer Yussef Dayes makes his triumphant return to the Sydney Opera House, making his dazzling drumming debut at the Concert Hall.
An Evening with Daniel O’Donnell
A life affirming show of music, song and laughter. Known for the close relationship with fans, Daniel presents a wonderful show of Irish standards and popular classics.
Graham Nash
Sixty years of songs and stories.
Wilco
Making their long-awaited return to Australia after 11 years, Chicago’s multiple-Grammy-award-winning alt-rock legends Wilco will celebrate 30 years of music with an exclusive Concert Hall performance.
Elvis Costello & The Imposters
Multi-award winning singer-songwriter and rock ’n’ roll hall of famer Elvis Costello returns to the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall – with his legendary band The Imposters – for the first time in 17 years.
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