
Playhouse
A space for storytelling, this room in the Sydney Opera House often plays host to productions for younger audiences, dance and experimental theatrical experiences.
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Location and access
The Playhouse is located in the north-western corner of Sydney Opera House, best accessed through the Western Foyers.

Upcoming events
Anne Being Frank
13 – 21 Sep 2025
Had she known what was to come, would Anne Frank still have written the famous line: ‘In spite of everything, I still believe that people are really good at heart’? This multi-award-winning play is a complete reimagining of the iconic Anne Frank story.

Who Is She?
25 – 27 Sep 2025
Gem and Revz are back with a high-octane musical comedy packed with laughs, skits, and unfiltered takes on millennial motherhood, relationships, and what it means to be a woman in 2025. After two sold out national tours, the girls from the runaway hit podcast, We Don’t Have Time For This return to the stage with their brand new musical comedy show.

Gender and Power
28 Sep 2025
M Gessen, one of the most insightful thinkers of their generation, examines the roots of gender panic and why it has taken hold even among those who should be allies.
