Gadhu Dining
4 – 14 June 2025
Joan Sutherland Theatre Northern Foyer
Experiences
Come with us to Gadhu Dining at Sydney Opera House, an exclusive pre-theatre dining experience in partnership with Bangarra Dance Theatre. Gadhu (Saltwater in Dharawal language) Dining invites you to immerse yourself in a 2 or 3-course menu created by Aboriginal chef and entrepreneur Dwayne Bannon Harrison, a proud Yuin man.
To book, add the experience to your cart when booking your Illume tickets.
Available 90 minutes prior to performance start time for all evening performances of Bangarra Dance Theatre's Illume
We recommend you arrive 1.5 hours prior to the show start time (and no later than 1 hour prior to the show) to ensure you receive the full experience. Please check your show schedule on the night. We are unable to service your table should you arrive less than 30 minutes prior to the show start.
| Ticket | Price |
| 3 Course Menu | $99 |
| 2 Course Menu | $85 |
$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.
The only authorised ticket agency for this event are Sydney Opera House and Bangarra Dance Theatre. For more information about Authorised Agencies, see the frequently asked questions below.
Entrée
A platter of:
• Clyde River Oysters with fingerlime salsa
• Grilled Davison Plum Chilli King Prawn
• Reverse seared Kangaroo Slice with Burnt Butter Quandong Sauce
Main
• Smoked Gadigal Snapper, chat potato with Warrigal green pesto
• Roasted broccolini, saltbush dukkah
Dessert (Optional)
• Wattle seed Brûlée with an Almond Strawberry Gum Biscuit
Gluten-Free & Vegan Menu Options
Starter
• Panisse with spiced chickpeas and romesco; mixed seeds, cultured cashew, artichoke, Alto olive, lemon gel
• Shitake & water chestnut wonton, ponzu gel
Main
• Pepperberry spiced eggplant or Native Rosemary grilled mushroom with Kataifi
(bush tomato) and date chutney, chickpea, labneh
• Roasted broccolini, saltbush dukkah
Dessert (Optional)
• Native Ginger and coconut sago pudding, caramelised pineapple
Wheelchair access is available however this must be pre-booked and availability is limited so booking early is recommended.
Find out more about accessibility at Sydney Opera House.
Dwayne Bannon HarrisonHeal the land, heal the people.
Useful information:
Gadhu Dining showcases Indigenous knowledge and ingredients
Set in the Joan Sutherland Theatre Northern Foyer with unparalleled views of Sydney Harbour, Gadhu Dining enriches your Bangarra experience at Sydney Opera House by honouring the sea, land, its people, and their stories, all while promoting sustainability and deeper cultural connection.
Chef Dwayne Bannon Harrison’s exclusive menu thoughtfully showcases Indigenous knowledge and ingredients, featuring ethically sourced First Nations products and suppliers. Choose between a 2 or 3-course menu, both including a glass of sparkling wine.
We’re thrilled to invite you to savour this unique culinary journey, designed to enhance the Bangarra experience, where every bite is a step towards a more sustainable and connected world.
Download the menu (PDF)
Dharawal language advice has been provided by the Gujaga Foundation on behalf of Dharawal people belonging to the La Perouse Aboriginal Community.
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About Dwayne Bannon Harrison
Trippas White Group Indigenous Ambassador
Dwayne Bannon-Harrison is a proud Yuin man from the Shoalhaven region of New South Wales, representing the spirit and cultural richness of his ancestors. As an ambassador, he brings his passion for Indigenous food and spiritual journeys to life through his work. Dwayne is the founder of Ngaran Ngaran Culture Awareness and runs Mirritya Mundya (meaning “hungry blackfish”), a catering enterprise that highlights the oldest food culture in the world, deeply rooted in the traditions of Aboriginal Australia.
Through his curated menus, Dwayne uses native ingredients and cultural storytelling to take guests on a sensory journey that connects food with the spirit. His dishes often feature indigenous plants such as eucalypt, tea tree, and bush flavours, reflecting his philosophy of “heal the land, heal the people.” Every meal becomes a journey through the cultural protocols and traditions he learned from his grandfather.
This approach makes Dwayne’s suggested menus an enriching experience, blending Indigenous knowledge with modern dining to honor the land, its people, and their stories.
Plan your visit
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.
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.
Getting here
The Sydney Opera House Car Park, operated by Wilson Parking, is open and available to use. Wilson Parking offer discounted parking if you book ahead. Please see the Wilson Parking website for details.
Please check the Transport NSW website for the latest advice and information on travel. You can catch public transport (bus, train, ferry) to Circular Quay and enjoy a six minute walk to the Opera House.
The maximum capacity is 52pax.
Recommend arrival time 90 minutes prior to the performance start time (and no later than 60 mins prior to the show).
Any special dietary requirements need to be advised minimum 2 days prior to the booking.
Additional food or drink requested on the night can be paid for by cash or card.
Bookings can be taken three hours prior to dinner commencing
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