Every year the Sydney Symphony Orchestra takes over Parramatta Park for a dazzling night of free classical music that marks a rare treat and a beloved fixture on the arts calendar. With the Sydney Festival 2024 programme now available, it’s confirmed the return of a number of beloved festival favourites including Sydney Symphony Under the Stars. The outdoor event sees some of the best classical musicians take to the stage for an evening of everything from symphonic classics to contemporary tunes.
Sydney Symphony Under the Stars
The outdoor music performance has to be one of our very favourite alfresco events. As always, the event is completely free and unticketed (perfect for a post-Christmas day out on the cheap). Grab your mates, a bottle or two of bubbly leftover from New Year’s, and a picnic basket and make your way to the park on January 20, 2024.
Subtitled ‘Pictures in the Sky‘, this year’s concert is a little bit out-of-this-world, with John Williams’ score from ET and James Horner’s Main Title from Apollo 13 both featuring in the programme. Guest conductor Benjamin Northey returns to oversee proceedings this year, and you’ll also hear live music from sitar maestra Anoushka Shankar, as well as a didgeridoo performance from William Barton, in concert with Aunty Delmae Barton and Véronique Serret. As always, the talented Sydney Symphony Orchestra remain the backbone of the live show.
Find all the details at the Sydney Festival website and set a reminder so you don’t miss the spectacular evening!