Sydney Summer Diary 12/12

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We’ve planned a supercharged season full of ideas, inspiration and events. Enjoy the magic that is Sydney in summer with our Sydney Don’t Miss Diary Dates and Summer’s Greatest Hits. Get inspired this season to visit the city and its villages!

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NOvEmbER 2012Now Playing LeGALLy BLonde THe muSiCALAn all-star cast performs this fabulous romantic comedylegallyblonde.com.au

Current – Mar 10 THe WiLd oneS - Sydney STAdium Memorabilia and photo exhibition from the iconic Stadium between 1908-1970hht.net.au/whats_on

Nov 2 – Dec 21THe roCKS viLLAGe BiZArreFriday night adventures with live theatre, markets, dancing, bars and performances therocks.com

Nov 8 – 11 PArrAmASALA: AuSTrALiAn FeSTivAL oF SouTH ASiAn ArTS South Asian culinary and cultural fare parramasala.com

Nov 9 – Dec 2 GLeBe muSiC FeSTivAL Jazz, rock and world beatsglebemusicfestival.com

Nov 17 – Dec 25 SAnTA AT QvB Santa swaps his north pole abode for Qvbqvb.com.au

Nov 17 – Feb 24 Sydney inTernATionAL ArT SerieS: FrAnCiS BACon Rare works by Francis bacon at AgNSWartgallery.nsw.gov.au

Nov 29 mArTin PLACe CHriSTmAS ConCerT & Tree LiGHTinG CeLeBrATionThe official start to Christmassydneychristmas.com.au

Nov 29 CHriSTmAS on THe Green A celebration with live entertainment and fireworks in Hyde Parksydneychristmas.com.au

DECEmbER 2012 Dec 8 – 9 FinderS KeePerS mArKeTS Homespun art, accessories and retro thefinderskeepers.com/markets.php

Dec 13 CHriSTmAS SHoPPinG niGHT An evening of exclusive offers and insider know-how in the cityqvb.com.au

Dec 15 – Jan 28 KidS diSCovery TourS Discover a house of fun, magic and history sydneyoperahouse.com

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Dec 18 CHriSTmAS AT Sydney ToWn HALLCarols and traditional Christmas readingssydneychristmas.com.au

Dec 20 – Apr 1 Sydney inTernATionAL ArT SerieS: AniSH KAPoorA blockbuster show courtesy of sculptor Anish Kapoor at MCA mca.com.au/exhibition/anish-kapoor

Dec 22 CAroLS in THe domAin Sydney classic carols nightcarolsinthedomain.com.au

Dec 31 2012 Sydney neW yeAr’S eve Sydney serves as a canvas for Kylie Minogue’s New Year’s Eve fantasies sydneynewyearseve.com

JANUARY 2013Jan – Feb ST GeorGe oPen Air CinemANew releases with killer harbour viewsstgeorgeopenair.com.au

Jan 5 – 27 Sydney FeSTivAL An exciting program of art, dance, music, film and theatre showssydneyfestival.org.au

Jan 5 – March 23 LA BoHeme Opera Australia’s lyrical version of Puccini’s masterpiece recreates the high romance of 1930s Parisopera-australia.org.au

Jan 11 – 20 FLiCKerFeST The country’s best short films against an idyllic bondi backdropflickerfest.com.au

FEbRUARY 2013 Feb 1 – Mar 23 TWiLiGHT AT TAronGA Open-air concert series with tunes from the likes of The beatles & Fleetwood Mac twilightattaronga.com.au

Feb 2 LAneWAy FeSTivAL This music festival plays host to an artful lineup of indie talentsydney.lanewayfestival.com.au

Feb 8 – 24 Sydney CHineSe neW yeAr FeSTivALFireworks, dragons, a twilight parade and the premiere of Lunar Feast Food Festival sydneychinesenewyear.com

Feb 10 THe CoLor run 2013A local ode to the Hindu festival, Holithecolorrun.com/australia

mARCH 2013From Mar 10 THe AddAmS FAmiLy THe muSiCAL Catch the Australian premiere at the Capitol Theatre addamsfamilythemusical.com.au

Mar 29 – May 5 ouTPoST FeSTivAL CoCKAToo iSLAnd Left-field street art alongside the gritty charms of Cockatoo Island cockatooisland.gov.au

Mar 30 – Jun 2 ArCHiBALd PriZe 2013 exHiBiTion Australia’s most prestigious art accolade with works from creative visionariesartgallery.nsw.gov.au


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1. mArTin PLACe CHriSTmAS ConCerT & Tree LiGHTinG CeLeBrATion Christmas rituals don’t come much more entrancing than this annual tree lighting ceremony, held in Martin Place. It promises family-friendly fun with a concert hosted by The x Factor’s Luke Jacobz, live entertainment and fireworks. sydneychristmas.com.au

2. CHriSTmAS on THe Green Leafy Hyde Park serves as the backdrop to this open-air tribute to Christmas cheer hosted by Jimmy giggle, which features fireworks, live music and a pre-yuletide cameo from Santa. Don’t forget your picnic basket. sydneychristmas.com.au

3. CHriSTmAS SHoPPinG niGHT A collective effort by The Strand Arcade, Chifley Plaza, The galeries and Queen victoria building, this hotly anticipated event offers respite from Christmas shopping fatigue with exclusive offers, activities and inside advice from the city’s retail stars.qvb.com.au

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4. CAroLS in THe domAin Featuring a heavenly lineup of singing talent in a magical location, Sydney’s favourite carols night is equal parts celebration and spectacle. With all proceeds donated to the Salvation Army, it’s also one of the city’s most powerful expressions of yuletide goodwill.carolsinthedomain.com.au

5. viLLAGe CHriSTmAS ConCerTSFree festive fun in your own neighbourhood with four intimate Christmas concerts at some of Sydney’s favourite local parks in Alexandria, Rosebery, Surry Hills and Rushcutters bay. Expect carols, kids’ entertainment, Santa and more!sydneychristmas.com.au

6. SinGinG in THe STreeTS be transported to a Christmas wonderland as choirs sing while you shop in Pitt Street Mall and around the Queen victoria building. Don’t miss the Quartet in Hyde Park and Pitt Street Mall (12-2pm and 7-9pm) on Nov 22 and the Sydney gay and Lesbian Choir in Taylor Square on Dec 20.sydneychristmas.com.au

7. Sydney ToWn HALL ProJeCTionS Sydney Town Hall is transformed with magical Christmas projections onto its facade each night. sydneychristmas.com.au

WHeRe The Domain, Royal Botanic Gardens

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WHeRe Various locations

WHeN 6.30pm – 8.30pm 1 – 9 Dec 2012

WHeRe City Centre

WHeN every Thu 7pm – 9pm22 Nov – 20 Dec 2012

WHeRe Sydney Town Hall

WHeN 8.30pm – 1am 29 Nov – 25 Dec


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If your gift-giving personality leans toward the left-field, don’t miss the Christmas edition of this cult design market.

Come for quirky illustrations, technicolour knitwear and retro accessories from over 65 local designers.

thefinderskeepers.com/sydney_markets.phpCarriageworks, 245 Wilson Street eveleigh, 8 – 9 Dec 2012

WorKSHoPPed CHriSTmAS mArKeTSThis artfully edited market reads like a who’s-who of Surry Hills design talent. It combines inventive jewellery and handmade

ceramics with homewares to make Todd Selby green.workshopped.com.au

Hill Street Design Precinct, Surry Hills, 15 Dec 2012

LAST minuTe CHriSTmAS SHoPPinG Head to Pitt Street Mall to find the perfect gift for children

and grown ups! Pop into The Strand Arcade, Westfield, Mid City (and through to Dymocks Arcade) while you enjoy the

roving Christmas themed entertainment. 20 – 24 Dec 2012

WHeRe City Centre

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Opposite page left to right: Finders Keepers Market, Sydney Christmas celebrations. This page top left to right: Finders Keepers Market, Christmas at Sydney Town Hall

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1. neW yeAr’S eve, Sydney HArBourKylie Minogue is bringing her trademark sparkle to Sydney New Year’s Eve festivities, in her role as Creative Ambassador. Wherever you celebrate, don’t miss Sydney’s world-renowned fireworks displays at 9pm and midnight. sydneynewyearseve.com

2. GLAmFeST AT Sydney oPerA HouSe Sydney Opera House plays host to a fantasy Sydney soiree, complete with performances by big City orchestra, food by Matt Moran and dizzying views of the fireworks.sydneyoperahouse.com/whatson/glam_fest_nye_2012.aspx

3. iSLAnd PArTySydney Harbour National Park offers prime viewing of the fireworks from Clark, Shark and goat Island. Tickets for all sites go on sale 9.30am on Monday 3 December. nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/nye-sydney-harbour

4. neW yeAr’S eve WiTH oPerA AuSTrALiAPuCCINI’S LA BOHeMe Passion, tears, fireworks and celebration in a gala performance of La bohème featuring Nicole Car and gianluca Terranova. OPeRA GALAbe at the heart of the drama and secure one of the best vantage points in the city to experience soaring arias and a sky-rocketing fireworks display this New Year’s Eve.opera-australia.org.au

WHeRe Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House

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01Sydney CHineSe neW yeAr FeSTivALDragons, firecrackers and cymbals mark the start of Chinese New Year – an electric celebration of good fortune and prosperity. This February, Sydney ushers in the Year of the Snake with live entertainment, music and food to tempt the most adventurous palates. sydneychinesenewyear.comWHeN 8 – 24 Feb 2013

02 GLeBe muSiC FeSTivAL This festival lures locals and music lovers with a sonic smorgasbord that crosses genres and regions. This year, glebe plays host to a Nepalese rock concert,

guitar acts such as the Katona duo and jazz ensemble Qantam Theory.glebemusicfestival.comWHeN 9 Nov – 2 Dec 2012

03HomeBAKe FeSTivAL This iconic Sydney festival promises aquintessential summer experience –great music in The Domain’s sun-soakedsurrounds. Rock n’ roll goddess blondie,homegrown chanteuse Kimbra and cult comedian Tim Minchin headline.homebake.com.auWHeN 8 Dec 2012

TopfivESummErfESTivALSFrom arts extravaganzas that break new creative ground to music festivals, Sydney in summer is a festival-lover’s playground. Here are our top picks:

Top page left and right: Sydney Chinese New Year Festival, Mardi Gras Parade 2012


SYdnEYfESTivALhighLighTSIn summer, Sydney Festival turns our city into a playground ruled by art, culture and creative expression. Here are our five shortcuts to a sublime festival experience.

Summer SoundS in THe domAinThe Domain plays host to the velvety sounds of Nina Simone and Carole King, re-imagined by singing stars Angélique Kidjo, Lizz Wright and Dianne Reeves.11 Jan 2013

SemeLe WALK Handel’s classic opera Semele gets the punk rock treatment, thanks to inventive costumes by vivienne Westwood.11 – 15 Jan 2013

dAvid Byrne And ST. vinCenT This much-anticipated collaboration between St vincent and former Talking Heads frontman David byrne is a lesson in sonic bliss. 17 – 18 Jan 2013

2001: A SPACe odySSey The Sydney Philharmonia Choir and Sydney Symphony offer an exquisite interpretation of Kubrick’s cult classic24 – 25 Jan 2013

FeSTivAL GArden in Hyde PArK Hyde Park transforms into a garden of pleasures, made for indulging your post-show highs.5 – 27 Jan 2013

04Sydney FeSTivALThis consumate summer festival blends bold artistic vision with a programme that’s high on compelling performances and big ideas. In 2013, David byrne and St. vincent take us on a sublime sonic journey, the Sydney Symphony re-imagines Stanley Kubrick’s sci-fi classic 2001: A Space Odyssey and berlin rock royalty take Carriageworks by storm. Unmissable cultural fare.sydneyfestival.org.au WHeN 5 – 27 Jan 2013

05mArdi GrAS 2013This technicolour ode to queer and alternative culture attracts more than 20,000 international visitors a year, thanks to its flamboyant parade and high-voltage party vibe. It’s a cultural spectacle you won’t soon forget. mardigras.org.au/mardi-gras-2013 WHeN 12 Feb – 4 Mar 2013

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Travel Metro Light Rail links Central Station and the Inner West quickly and easily with great destinations including Chinatown, Darling Harbour, The Star and the iconic Sydney Fish Market. Tickets are available from the friendly conductors on-board light rail. Day services run every 10-15 minutes. For more info go to metrolightrail.com.au. For wider Sydney travel MyMulti tickets provide unlimited travel on trains, buses, ferry and light rail. Pre-purchase tickets before you board light rail. For timetable info go to 131500.com. Taxis are available when the yellow light is on and change over time is at 3pm when flagging one down is a little trickier.

shopping Times Most shops, department stores and shopping centres are open from 10am–6pm Monday to Sunday. Many shops also stay open late on Thursday nights (until 9pm).

In case of emergency Dial 000 for 24-hour emergency services (fire, police and ambulance) from any telephone. Police assistance line: 131 444

Tax Refund for Travellers gST (goods and services tax) is charged in Australia – tourists can claim back the 10 per cent tax at the airport on purchases over $300 made in one store. Ask for the Tourist Refund Scheme at Sydney airport.

Tipping If you are happy with the service in cafés and restaurants, you can add a voluntary extra 10 per cent of the bill as a tip. Tipping is not compulsory in Australia.

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