Russell Morris The Real Thing
22 November 2023
In the Concert Hall
Contemporary MusicThis November 65 musicians and singers honour the remarkable career of this Australian music icon with a once-in-a-lifetime performance.
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Date |
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Wednesday 22 November |
8pm |
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Standard |
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Premium |
$189 |
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A Reserve |
$159 |
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B Reserve |
$119 |
$8.95 booking fee applies per transaction
Prices correct at the time of publication and subject to change without notice. Exact prices will be displayed with seat selection.
Children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied at all times
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Insider e-newsletter pre-sale
9am, Tuesday 19 September
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9am, Wednesday 20 September
General Public tickets on-sale
10am, Friday 22 September 2023
In English
Wheelchair accessible
Audio loop available
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Run time
The run time for this event has yet to be confirmed.
Event duration is a guide only and may be subject to change.
Age
Recommended for all ages.
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Celebrating an Australian Legend
This November 65 musicians and singers honour the remarkable career of this Australian music icon with a once-in-a-lifetime performance. Experience the grand fusion of the Southern Cross Symphony and a ten-piece band as Russell Morris takes the stage, delivering his greatest hits – including "The Real Thing,” "Sweet Sweet Love," "Hush," and "Wings of an Eagle" – with the unparalleled power that emerges from the union of a band and symphony orchestra.
Expertly arranged by Oscar Award nominee David Hirshfelder, this exceptional concert traverses Russell's entire career
In addition to the awe-inspiring music, audiences will be treated to never-before-heard stories, offering a rare and intimate glimpse into the life of the man behind the hits.
RUSSELL MORRIS: The Real Thing promises an unforgettable night of musical excellence. Don't miss this unique, once-in-a-lifetime event
Presented by Spiritworks
Watch the trailer for Russell Morris - The Real Thing
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Venue information
Our foyers will be open 90 minutes pre-show for Concert Hall and Joan Sutherland Theatre performances, and two hours pre-show for Western Foyer venue performances. Refreshments will be available for purchase from our theatre bars. Please remember to maintain physical distancing whilst consuming drinks in our foyers.
All Sydney Opera House foyers are pram accessible, with lifts to the main and western foyers. The public lift to all foyers is accessible from the corridor near the escalators on the Lower Concourse and also in the Western Foyer via the corridor on the Ground Level (at the top of the escalators). Pram parking will be available outside the theatres in the Western Foyer consistent with COVID-safe rules.
Getting here
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Covid-safe information
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