Art & Performance
Art & Performance
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Museum of Contemporary Arts
Once the administration offices of the Maritime Services Board, this waterside building reopened its doors as a museum in 1991. The current boxy black and white façade was added in 2011 to expand the space as well as to create a rooftop cafe.
140 George St, The Rocks NSW 2000
Image source: Biennale of Sydney
Art Gallery of New South Wales
Established in 1871, the Art Gallery of New South Wales is the leading museum of art in New South Wales and Sydney. It holds significant collections of Australian, European and Asian art, and presents nearly 40 exhibitions annually.
Art Gallery Road, The Domain NSW 2000
https://www.artgallery.nsw.gov.au/
Image source: Art Gallery NSW
White Rabbit Gallery
The White Rabbit Collection is one of the world’s largest and most significant collections of contemporary Chinese art. Founded by Kerr and Judith Neilson, it focuses on works produced after 2000. Located in the trendy neighbourhood of Chippendale, the gallery has a tea house on ground floor.
30 Balfour St, Chippendale NSW 2008
http://www.whiterabbitcollection.org/
Image source: broadsheet.com.au
Ken Done Gallery
Ken Done’s first solo exhibition was held in Sydney in 1980. Since then, he has held over 50 one-man shows, including major exhibitions in Australia, Europe, Japan and the USA. His work is now widely recognised as holding a unique position in Australia’s cultural heritage.
1 Hickson Road, The Rocks, NSW 2000
Image source: Ken Done Gallery
Brett Whiteley Studio
Brett Whiteley’s workplace and home in the inner-city suburb of Surry Hills is now a gallery. Visit the Brett Whiteley Studio for an intimate insight into the art and life of one of Australia’s most celebrated artists.
2 Raper Street, Surry Hills, Sydney.
Image source: Art Gallery NSW
Sydney Theatre Company
Sydney Theatre Company has been a major force in Australian drama since its establishment in 1978. The Company presents an annual season of diverse productions at its own venues at The Wharf and nearby Roslyn Packer Theatre at Walsh Bay.
https://www.sydneytheatre.com.au/
Image source: Sydney Theatre Company
Carriageworks
Carriageworks is the largest and most significant contemporary multi-arts centre in Sydney. Converted from old rail yards, the space hosts various exhibition, performances and it is also the home to one of Sydney’s best farmers markets on Saturdays.
245 Wilson St, Eveleigh NSW 2015
Image source: Carriageworks
City Recital Hall
City Recital Hall produces, presents and hosts a rich and diverse program of concerts and events, embracing all genres and art forms from chamber orchestras to opera, contemporary ensembles to bands, talks and debates, to festival events.
2-12 Angel Place, Sydney NSW 2000
https://www.cityrecitalhall.com/
Image source: City Recital Hall
Opera House
This iconic building along Sydney harbour is the city’s premiere venue for classical and contemporary music, opera, theatre and dance. Visit the Opera House for a performance or simply a tour of this beautiful site designed by Danish architect Jorn Utzon. Restaurants and bars at this venue offer magnificent views of Sydney Harbour and the Harbour Bridge.
http://www.sydneyoperahouse.com/
Image source: Opera House
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