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Sydney is known for being a hub of cultural happenings and May is one month not to be missed if you are into theatre, dance and music. There are some fantastic shows and experiences coming up that with truly satisfy the work/life balance quota.
Our top tips for things to see in May are plenty but will, no doubt, all be ahhhhh-maaazing.
Sydney Dance Company
Explore the depth of human impulse with the world premiere of Rafael Bonachela’s ab [intra], meaning ‘from within’ in Latin. This iconic Sydney dance institution never puts on a show not worth witnessing so make sure you buy tickets.
When: 14-26 May
Where:Â Roslyn Packer Theatre, Walsh Bay
Sydney Theatre Company
The Australian premiere of The Children has been described as “a brilliant drama with electric undercurrents”. Not to ruin the plot but it deals with some big issues.
When: Until 19 May
Where:Â Roslyn Packer Theatre, Walsh Bay
Sydney Opera House
Don’t miss the return of Scottish indie royalty, Belle & Sebastian, to Australian soils. This world-renowned ensemble was formed 22 years ago and is still going strong!
When: 5 May
Where: Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House
Book of Mormon
Hit musical, The Book of Mormon, has finally come to Sydney! It’s one for the ages, so make sure you snap up some highly sought after tickets.
When: Until 2 September
Where: Sydney Lyric Theatre, Pyrmont
Australian Ballet
The Merry Widow channels the dance dens of decadence in Paris, the Ballrooms, and bring a light-hearted take on the narrative of tangled affairs, narrow misses and jealous lovers.
When: 28 April – 19 May
Where: Sydney Opera House
Vivid Sydney
The fabulous finale to the month is Vivid from 25 May – 16 June. A Sydney staple jam-packed with beauty and entertainment, this light festival brings more than just public art installations. The fantastic musical acts, for one, are not to be missed. The likes of Iron & Wine, Cat Power, Dreams, Mazzy Star and Ice Cube will be gracing our shores. Find out more about the music here.
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