Sydney Opera House

Opened in 1973, the Sydney Opera House is a masterpiece of late modern architecture. In its short lifetime, Sydney Opera House has earned a reputation as a world-class performing arts centre and become a symbol of both Sydney and the Australian nation. Sydney Opera House was inscribed in the World Heritage List in June 2007. The Sydney Opera House comprises the following venues: Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House - The largest interior venue. Opera Theatre Of The Sydney Opera House (now known as the Joan Sutherland Theatre) - A proscenium arch lyric theatre with an orchestra pit. Drama Theatre - A medium sized proscenium arch theatre with a computerised flying system and twin revolves. Playhouse - an intimate performance venue with a seating capacity of 398. The Studio, Sydney Opera House (formerly known as the Broadwalk Studio) - An intimate, flexible venue with a seating capacity range from 220 to 350. Utzon Room - A multi-purpose venue with quality acoustics (the first interior designed by architect Jørn Utzon). Forecourt - A spectacular open-air venue with Harbour views and Monumental Steps providing natural amphitheatre seating. Sydney Opera House Recording Studios - A world-class recording and production facility. Information taken from www.sydneyoperahouse.com.