Singin’ in the Rain

12 & 13 April 2024

In the Concert Hall

Sydney Symphony Orchestra

Cinema

Experience one of the greatest movies of all time, Singin' in the Rain, live in concert with the Sydney Symphony.

What a glorious feeling!

Relive the glamour of late 1920s Hollywood through performances by the legendary Gene Kelly, Donald O’Connor and Debbie Reynolds who star as three performers grappling with Hollywood’s switch from silent movies to the ‘talkies’.

Co-directed and choregraphed by Gene Kelly, Singin’ in the Rain is a timeless comedy filled with extraordinary dance sequences, stunning design, and immortal songs including ‘Make ’Em Laugh’, ‘Good Morning’ and the title song ‘Singin’ in the Rain’.

Experience this glorious Technicolor feast as the Sydney Symphony Orchestra performs the iconic score live to film at the Sydney Opera House.

Grab your umbrella and join us for an unforgettable night of movie magic.

Presented by Sydney Symphony Orchestra
© 1952 Warner Bros. Entertainment, Inc.

Programme

ARTHUR FREED & NACIO HERB BROWN,
BETTY COMDEN & ADOLPH GREEN,
ROGER EDENS

Artist information

Nicholas Buc conductor

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