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.

Heal the land, heal the people.

Dwayne Bannon Harrison

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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